The Biz: The Grapevine

When enterprising mothers have a meeting of the minds, their creative ideas can become a reality. Barefoot Books is an outstanding example of this. Barefoot Books makes it a priority to provide media for children that instills a love for the earth, teaches deep respect for diversity, and feeds thriving imaginations. By embracing writers, artists, story weavers, and musicians who create fun-filled, global journeys for children, this independent book company offers families many sensational opportunities to explore the world through rich colors, charming illustrations, and original story lines.

Allergy Apparel makes it their business to look out for children with allergies. The company offers hypersensitive youth a selection of hip shirts and hoodies that sport sassy skulls and crossbones, together with reminders that one kid’s food is another kid’s poison! By promoting allergy awareness in schools, hospitals and daycares through advocacy and informative books and guides, Allergy Apparel has become more than just a line of clothing — it’s a constant reminder to help parents and caregivers avoid potentially life-threatening situations.

State-of-the-art rocking chairs and gliders from Southeastern Kids, Monte Design Group and Best Home Furnishings are designed to soothe both parent and child with gentle, relaxing, repetitive motion. These modern rockers exude craftsmanship and feature stylish upholstery options to pamper their occupants. With a wide variety of designs and colors available for living rooms, dens and nurseries, these chairs are perfect for nursing moms, dads, and grandparents looking to relax and bond with their young ones.

It’s a fact of life… something that can’t be avoided… and something rarely discussed unless it’s diaper time. Everybody’s poop smells! The clever people at Poo-pouri are in business because of everyone’s dirty “business.” They have achieved the sweet smell of success by eliminating those not so sweet odors with an arsenal of aromatic essential oil combinations designed specifically to capture the stench and odor before it permeates the air.