Items tagged “Infants (6-24 months)”

The idea of going back to school isn’t as far fetched as we would like to think. It’s only the beginning of August, and back to school supplies and clothes have already hit the shelves. Excitement, sadness and feeling overwhelmed are just some of the emotions that come rushing back when the idea of starting school comes to mind. But don’t be fooled, these feelings affect you as parents, as well as the kids.

Bubble - Kids Trade Show - New York, New York (8/2/09 - 8/4/09)

The August Bubble Show opened on Sunday at beautiful Cedar Lake in Chelsea. The folks at Bubble did a phenomenal job in choosing a contemporary venue to showcase cutting-edge exhibitors. Upon scanning the show program, the first thing that stood out to me was the number of new companies exhibiting. It is exciting and encouraging to see so many new companies entering the industry during these tough economic times. Traffic was brisk on Sunday and many orders were being written. Enjoy the photos and check back for a full show report!

If you’ve ever been in a clutch to easily and cleanly change a baby in a public restroom you know it can be a mess in more ways than one! Time to get your clutches on the LillyBit Uptown Diaper Clutch! Lyssa Surface takes us behind her brand to reveal how a self-proclaimed “start-up” company goes from “I-wish-I had” to “have to have it!” She discovered a need. Found a solution. Then went to work on making her business dream a practical reality. Here’s some inspiration for all the entrepreneurs working toward bringing “the next best thing” to the children’s market. Sometimes, it just takes a mom!

With August fast approaching us, you start to think, “Where did July go?” Or more so, “Where did summer go?” We tend to be so wrapped up in work, family, our children’s events and finding time for ourselves in the mix of it all that time flies by us. But there is still plenty of time left in August to get in fun, cheap activities you haven’t done yet this summer while still enjoying the sun and warm weather.

Looking for a unique and fun children’s product? Hit the Jacpopz! Introduced by two career moms, Jackpopz offers one-of-a-kind products for plush-toy collectors. Little ones love carrying their favorite animals and characters around and keeping them close at night. Jackpopz keeps plush toys close and eliminates fears of lost loveys! With Jackpopz kids can show off their favorite stuffed animals at home and out and about.

This August pediped™ will usher in 27 new styles with the debut of its Fall/Winter 09 collection. Included with among these new styles will be the introduction of the first ever Originals “The Couture Collection” and a partnership with No Slippy Hair Clippy™ that led to the creation of coordinated hair clips for signature pediped™ style shoes.

Contact: pediped footwear / (702) 567-0311

Good Gracious!

Here are the celebrities who took the time to send personal thank-you notes this July for their BopStarBaby Celebrity Baskets:

  • Christopher Gorham (Ugly Betty), who received a BabyMakes3 basket in January ′09.
  • A secret celebrity (whose pregnancy has yet to be announced), who received a Baby2Be basket in June ′09.

Seen on the Scene

Contact: MaryLenore Arsenault / (647) 382-7827

Monica Willis, an Australian mum of two, now has two kids AND two kids’ stores growing in Brooklyn! With a background in fashion and props for TV and commercial advertising, she was inspired to open a children’s shop when she realized her comunity needed one. The Giggle Guide™ Retail Reality series asks Claire the hows, whens, whats and what-ifs that have made her Corduroy Kid stores a great place in the neighborhood.

Start believing that you can build in-store traffic and increase sales! Just sprinkle a little Fairy Dust in your store … and watch the girls come, have fun and buy! Want your sales to shine? Add glitter! Girls can make their own glittery creations and shine like little stars! The Giggle Guide shows you it’s like magic with FunStations from Fairy Dust Ltd. We believe this idea is a dream for retailers!

Overall sentiment country-wide is that trade shows from Atlanta to Chicago to Dallas are trending down in both foot traffic and written sales. But can’t we all use some good news? Here it is: Buyers, reps and manufacturers are still attending trade shows, planning for the future and working together to make it through a tough retail environment.

If it wasn’t enough that Larry Birkhead is raising a beautiful vibrant little girl all on his own… now he proves to be a very gracious and thoughtful man as well. Even in the midst of his hectic schedule, he took the time to write, Mary Lenore of BopStar-PR, a thank you letter for the No Slippy Hair Clippies that were sent to him for Dannielyn.

Mary,

Are we there yet? As part of our Kid’s Travel Series the Giggle Guide™ has found some of the newest and most inventive products out there to keep kids busy, and quiet, on those long car rides and extended layovers. When children are in the van, go creative (like “Van Gogh”!). These brands offer little artists great MPG (masterpieces per gallon) when on-the-road: Alex Toys, Klutz, Alfonsi Venetis Kids and Lap Desk.

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