Items tagged “Newborns (0-6 months)”

The Grapevine

Balloon Toons is a New Series of Silly Stories

By Rachel Ballard

Blue Apple Books is known for providing fantastic, original children’s publications. The creative minds behind this independent publisher are breaking new ground yet again with the recent release of a comedic line of books known as Balloon Toons. Holding true to form, the Balloon Toons series brings the philosophy of Blue Apple Books front and center: encourage a child’s development, strengthen bonds between parents and children, and do it all through a unique collaboration in books. The close knit team of writers, artists and illustrators take pride in their own unique style — and want children of all ages to benefit from it as well.

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News Updates

No Slippy Hair Clippy Helps Domestic Violence Victims Rebuild Their Lives

Posted by No Slippy Hair Clippy, Inc. - 1/11/11

Did you know that Oscar-winning actress Halle Berry has made it her personal cause to help families recover from domestic violence? For years, Ms. Berry has been working with The Jenesse Center, a Los Angeles-based shelter which takes in women and children escaping from domestic violence situations.

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Contact: No Slippy Hair Clippy, Inc. / (925) 846-8570
Features

AmericasMart® Gift Markets Ring in What’s New!

By Lauren Rollheiser

AmericasMart® Atlanta presents thousands of gift lines on display at The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® January 12-19, 2011. Show organizers search the country for exciting product lines to debut from a variety of categories, with a focus on offering retailers innovative products that will keep their stores ahead of the trends. This season, products range from well-known characters with a twist, such as the limited edition Hello Kitty collection, to classic gifts with new appeal like hand-painted wooden yo-yos, and hand-made slippers that look like they should be on display in an art gallery!

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Launches

Consumers Choose “Bobux” Made From Eco-leather

Posted by The Treehouse Showroom - 1/9/11

Bobux are the original soft soled leather baby shoes with the ankle elastic system that ensures they are easy to slip on and they stay On!

Bobux are made from Eco-leather, a soft natural leather, tanned in an environmentally friendly method that is safe for your baby.

Bobux designs face baby! After all they are the ones wearing them, shouldn’t they have the best view of the cool designs.

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Contact: The Treehouse Showroom / (213) 688-8377
Launches

Lots of magic with our LOL Line.

Posted by Seasons UV Swim & Active Wear - Newborn to adults - 1/7/11

Our 50++UPF LOL line, Laugh out Loud and Lots of Love, with UV activated images, have kids thinking its magic and parents get visual reminders to reapply sunscreen on exposed areas.

Whether it is a sun vacation or summertime back yard fun our UV swimwear dries quickly to become all day sun protection active wear. Great for biking, boating, cottage, camp and or swimming. Imediate stock available and our new 2011 summer line available in May.

New this summer Mom & Dad 50++UPF Solar Guards and Hoodies.

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Contact: Joanne Speight / (416) 224-8083
Blogs

CPSC's Publicly Available Consumer Product Safety Information Database

By Jeremy Richardson

CPSC is in the process of notifying manufactures of the Database and encouraging them to “register” a company representative who will receive information about complaints pertaining to their company’s products. I strongly encourage each of you to nominate and register such an individual so that you will have an opportunity to timely respond to any published complaint.

For your information, a press release from the CPSC announcing the Database is available on their website (www.cpsc.gov)

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The Green Scene

Baby Showers May See More “Green” than Pink or Blue!

By Sarah Duncan

As our planet continues to populate and urbanize, our commitment to recycling and eco-friendly manufacturing has strengthened. Following this trend, many parents vow to choose organic products. When friends and family are shopping for that perfect shower gift for an eco-minded new mommy, whether it is “green” is more imperative than if it is pink or blue. Thankfully, there are more organic baby products available to consumers than ever before! The Giggle Guide® presents an array of fashionable, functional and affordable organic baby products from Becoming Baby, Happy Heinys, Wee BE Organic from Babe Ease, and baby chai by Lucky Jade.

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Features

Must-Have Gifts Reign at Baby Showers

By Rachel Ballard

Beyond the baby basics, the most desired shower gifts are functional products that showcase singular quality in design and style. “Cuteness” is also an essential element shoppers look for, hoping to induce plenty of jubilant “oohs!” and “ahhs!” during the gift opening occasion. When customers are in search of “the perfect gift,” steer them to baby shower must-haves from Itzy Ritzy, Wry Baby, Urban Smalls and Dara & Co. These innovative companies offer fresh, fun, exceptional products that are guaranteed to bring a downpour of fun-loving giggles and heart-warming memories to the party.

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Launches

New for Fall/Winter 2011! See Kai Run® Introduces Kai™ – A Line of Bigger-Sized Shoes

Posted by See Kai Run - 1/5/11

See Kai Run, popular manufacturer of the perfect first shoe is poised to debut its new big kid line, Kai, at this season’s upcoming trade shows. Kai continues on where See Kai Run leaves off with sizes to fit post-toddler to school-aged kids 2 to 6 years old.

“We want kids to grow up with See Kai Run,” says founder Cause Haun. “Since 2004, our customers have told us over and over again that they want the same See Kai Run styling they love in larger sizes. We’re so thrilled that the wait is finally over and the new larger sizes have arrived!”

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Contact: See Kai Run
The Grapevine

A Spring Stroll In Bear Feet

By The Giggle Guide

The footwear collection by Bear Feet Shoes is a superb, all-natural alternative to mainstream children’s shoes. In 1985, the company set out to create kids shoes that were soft, non-constricting, and stylish. Over 20 years later, Bear Feet Shoes is still motivated by its “bare is better” philosophy that helps kids not only look cuter, but walk better as well. The Giggle Guide® presents a footlocker full of affordable-priced new styles from Bear Feet Shoes for Spring 2011.

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News Updates

Playpens to Play-dates: Rock Me! Revolutionizes Baby Fashion

Posted by ROCK ME! - 1/5/11

Everyone is busy these days. With that said, parents want their babies to be comfortable when playing at home, at a play-date, or even running errands… but parents also want their babies to be fashionable. Rock Me!, an American made infant and toddler fashion line debuting this spring, has combined those two requests and has even added the benefit of quick and easy changing.

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Contact: Anna Muzzy / (757) 636-7694
News Updates

Roundhouse Design Announces New Lower Pricing for Oh Plah! Teething Bracelet

Posted by Oh Plah! Teething Bracelet - Roundhouse Design Collaborative - 1/4/11
Now fashion and function are even more affordable!

Roundhouse Design Collaborative is excited to announce new, lower pricing for its award-winning Oh Plah! Teething Bracelet. Previously retailing for 19.99, the wearable teether and multi-sensory toy is now retailing for 14.99. Please contact Caryn Paradis at Roundhouse (860.581.4594 x101) for wholesale pricing information.

Contact: Caryn Paradis / (860) 581-4594
Media Inquiry: Taina Dube / (860) 581-4594

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