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Ahh, the joys of teething. After just a few months of life, that sweet, cooing baby starts to fuss with teething pain. Teething babies will chew on anything within reach, including their mother’s favorite jewelry, to help relieve the pain. Most jewelry isn’t designed to stand up to this constant gnawing and can easily become damaged or pose safety risks to little ones. Knowing this, many mothers sadly put away their jewelry. Well, The Giggle Guide® thinks moms should keep their bling and provide baby with some comfort! We have found some of the most stylish and responsible lines of teething jewelry that moms can proudly wear both at home and out on the town. There are some great pieces for dads too!

Believe it or not, it’s already Back to School time! From preschoolers to high-schoolers, back to school products are in high demand. The Giggle Guide® searched high and low to find products that are stylish and affordable. Check out our supply list!

Children's Club - New York, New York (8/2/09 - 8/4/09)

Children’s Club, representing the hottest trends in children’s fashion for Spring/Summer 2010, opened on Sunday at Pier 94 in New York City. As I made my way around the spacious show floor, I was thrilled to see that several exciting new companies have recently joined the Children’s Industry. I was also happily surprised to see quite a few established and loved icons returning to exhibit at Children’s Club after many years of absence. Here is a peek at some of the exhibitors participating in the show. A full show report will soon follow!

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!

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

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.

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.

With the trade show season starting, The Giggle Guide™ will be busy publishing many Trade Show Reports. Co-founder/Editor Leesa Valentino and/or I will be attending the following shows: ENK Children’s in August and October, Bubble NY, KidShow Las Vegas, MAGICKids, ABC Kids Expo, Kids on 6 LA Market Week, Dallas Market, and Vegas Kids at World Market Center in Las Vegas.

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!

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