The Biz: The Grapevine

Cars can be dangerous for kids, even when they’re securely parked. On average, 38 children die each year from heatstroke due to being left in a car. In recent years, some child safety organizations have published tips to help parents and caregivers avoid leaving children in the car. While these tips are extremely helpful and needed, it’s always wise to have as much protection as possible. Baby Alert makes electronic devices that help protect kids. Their line of products is designed to act as a warning system that alerts the adult about a child left in a car.

Summer is all about bright and bold, so step into the season in style with Little Miss Galia. With a focus on cool clothes for girls ages 2-12, the goal of the brand is to interpret adult fashion for little bodies. To give little fashionistas sassy and trendy gear, start sophisticated with silk! The Silk Open Back Blouse looks like something out of Project Runway with its floral print and sweet bows on the back to keep the open back look modest enough for the mini set.

Founded in 2012, William + Leora capitalized on a profitable growth market, the tweens. Owners Elizabeth Hoye and Kat Swick set out to create a modest but fashion forward line that is appropriate and hip. Swick and Hoye spent a good year researching how to make a fashion line, and what is needed to be successful before launching any sort of prototype, ensuring their business model was sound. Every season they have been hitting the wholesale markets reaching out to potential buyers and retailers. Their planning and perseverance have paid off for the brand.

There’s a huge industry geared toward parents who want to start teaching their children reading and math skills even before they can walk, and many of these products and programs really do yield results, helping kids go into preschool well ahead of their peers. Art is often part of these learning programs. Wee Gallery offers a wide selection of toys, mobiles, wall graphics, books and more, all featuring artwork designed to stimulate and enhance the minds of babies and young children.