The Biz: Feature Articles

Carolina Baby Company, a manufacturer’s representative of children’s gear and gifts, is proud to announce their recent partnership with several new brands including: LifeFactory: innovative, non-toxic products like glass baby bottles and adult beverage bottles; Baby JaR: fun, funky, and hip line of bibs, burp cloths, blankets, and hooded towels; and the Oh Plah bracelet that a baby or child can safely play with as a toy or teether.

Peppy, preppy kids love to rally around the school spirit of family faves by sporting collegiate colors and apparel. Even the smallest baby boosters get in on the action, with vibrant school pride-wear that includes shoes, t-shirts, dresses and one-piece bodysuits. The Giggle Guide^® gives three cheers to Vive la Fete, Creative Knitwear and Squeak Me Shoes for scoring huge fashion points with their classy collegiate wear for kids!

Kids In Distressed Situations (K.I.D.S.), the internationally renowned children’s charity, will kick off its 25th Anniversary year with the 4th Annual Women in Industry Luncheon honoring three women of achievement for their support of children in need. Being honored are: Elyse Kroll, Chairman & CEO of the fashion trade show company ENK International; Liz Lange, Founder of Liz Lange Maternity, Completely Me by Liz Lange and Shopafrolic.com; and Christina Miller, Senior Vice President of Turner Sports & Cartoon Network Enterprises.

Summer is almost here, and after a seemingly endless school year, kids are antsy for some fun in the sun! Families will soon be out enjoying beaches, pools, and tons of fun, sun-shine-anigans. Summer shopping isn’t limited to just swimsuits and towels though. Today’s parents are concerned about safeguarding their children from harmful UV exposure, and they’re stocking up on plenty of sun-protection. With these hot products from Splash Funwear, Seasons UV Swim & Active Wear, Baby Banz, TruKid, and Kiss My Face, parents can feel at ease while the kids safely enjoy those beautiful rays.