Items tagged “Pre-birth/Maternity”

The Grapevine

Some New Moms Like It Haute

By Kelly Lee

New moms often face a unique challenge: how to breastfeed without creating a Janet-Jackson-at-the-Super Bowl wardrobe malfunction! Breastfeeding undergarments abound, but postnatal tops and dresses are in short supply. Veteran mom and former news producer Jamie Rubin experienced the “slump after the bump.” Not one to shy away from a challenge, she pulled out all stops to find the best in couture that would allow her to appear cool and classy while breastfeeding. She crafted her own clothes that were both utilitarian and stylish: Milkstars.

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News Updates

K.I.D.S. Announces Hurricane Irene Relief Efforts

Posted by Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. (K.I.D.S) - 8/30/11
Supports Local Communities Affected all Along East Coast

New York, N.Y., August 29, 2011 - Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. (K.I.D.S.) announced that it is working with communities all along the East Coast - with particular priority on New Jersey and Vermont - to help in local recovery. Over the next few days and weeks K.I.D.S. will assess the types of product needed to reestablish a normal and functioning life in communities hardest hit by Hurricane Irene and will distribute directly to community-based agencies clothes, shoes, home goods, personal care items and other product necessary for recovery.

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Contact: Chris Blake / (212) 279-5493
Media Inquiry: Melissa Jaffin/Liza Geduldig / (212) 994-4660
Show Reports

Playtime New York Raises the Roof with Great Space and Big Increase in Visitors

By Mari Gold
Playtime New York - New York, New York (7/30/11 - 8/1/11)

Playtime New York, the international trade show dedicated to all things relating to children, junior and maternity, held a very successful third show from July 30 to August 1, 2011. Buyers and other visitors were very positive and gave big thumbs up to the creative, imaginative space and merchandise. Attendees included many vendors from previous shows as well as some outstanding new collections. Among the standouts were Wovenplay,Tala Bee Kids, and Mini & Maximus.

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Blogs

Greenbuds is Born (and Giveaway)

By greenbuds

Well…..in case you’re wondering how my mompreneurhood all began, here ya go.

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News Updates

Maternity Square Showcase Returns to ABC Kids Expo in 2011

Posted by All Baby & Child, Inc. (ABC Kids Expo) - 8/5/11

ABC Kids Expo® has announced that its Maternity Square® Showcase will be back in 2011. The showcase, which debuted in 2010, was such a success that ABC is expanding the showcase and continuing to offer the runway to allow exhibitors to feature and demonstrate their products from the “big stage.” A professional model and talent company has been retained to produce and emcee the runway shows.

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Contact: All Baby & Child, Inc. (ABC Kids Expo) / (210) 691-4848
News Updates

Playtime Loves Japan Pop-Up Shop Comes to New York July 30th - August 1st

Posted by Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. (K.I.D.S) - 7/22/11
Designer Sample Sale to Benefit K.I.D.S. Japan Earthquake Relief

Playtime New York, the international trade show dedicated to the universes of children, junior and maternity, is again hosting a Pop Up Shop during the show, July 30 – August 1, 2011, at SoHo’s 82 Mercer. This season, entitled “Playtime Loves Japan,” 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit Kids in Distressed Situations (K.I.D.S.) Japan Earthquake Relief.

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Contact: Chris Blake / (212) 279-5493
News Updates

Phillips Nizer Welcomes David Schmeltzer as a Special Consultant for Consumer Products Safety Compliance Matters

Posted by Phillips Nizer LLP - 7/20/11
Mr. Schmeltzer Served as Director of Compliance for the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

New York law firm, Phillips Nizer, welcomed David “Dave” Schmeltzer as a Special Consultant for consumer products safety compliance matters in late spring 2011. Dave has a wealth of experience and will be working closely with Jeremy Richardson, a partner at Phillips Nizer in the firm’s Fashion Practice, who devotes a significant amount of his legal practice on children’s apparel, accessories and furniture.

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Contact: Jeremy D. Richardson / (212) 841-0541
Features

Document Their Lives

By Stephanie Hanlon

Having a baby may seem like an unforgettable experience, but with the millions of childhood milestones, there may be a moment or two overlooked. If a mom doesn’t start a mommyblog, what’s she to do with the oodles of things she wants to tell junior when he or she grows up? Parents everywhere are looking for unique and special ways to record precious memories and save important documents. Offer your clients something different by allowing them several unique ways to show love for their children, with innovative products from Frittabello, Perfect Memory Creations, Penny Laine Papers, and Little Ones Showcase.

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Features

Made With Pride in the USA

By Mari Gold

As you gear up for a rollicking red-white-and-blue Fourth of July, proudly offer goods made in the United States! When you sell American products, you help keep our economy growing. You do your part to create jobs, as selling U.S.-made wares directly supports American workers and their families. Americans buying American-made products is more than just flag-waving patriotism –– it helps control the nation’s destiny at this important time in our history. Feel good about merchandising quality products made in the U.S.A. like these from Pop & Lolli, Zipfy, belly bump couture, and Channel Craft.

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Launches

Author of Award-winning Baby Journal Launches Unique Baby Journaling Workshops

Posted by Frittabello, LLC - 6/28/11

“Put Your Love on Paper” is a fun and interactive workshop that helps parents start and finish their baby journal.

Norwalk, CT -Local author and mompreneur, Jennifer Covello, is providing the solution to help parents start and finish their baby journals. Utilizing her award-winning baby journal, My Life, and her 7 Easy Tips for Journaling, along with fun exercises, she debunks the two myths commonly heard from busy parents about why they don’t have a completed journal for their children: “I don’t have time” and “I don’t know what to write.”

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Contact: Jennifer Covello / (203) 524-0784
Launches

Fall 2011 Product Line

Posted by Cachcach - 6/24/11

CachCach features Holiday Dresses in their Fall 2011 Product line. They feature different styles that adhere to each of their target markets: layette, infant, toddler, and girls. Sizes range from layette to 10 girls.

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Contact: Customer Service / (323) 263-5953
News Updates

California Gift Show - L.A. Mart Showrooms and Beckman’s West, July 19-25, 2011

Posted by LA Mart - 6/20/11

L.A. Mart:
1933 South Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Tuesday, July 19 - Monday, July 25
Gift + Home Showrooms: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday, July 22 - Monday, July 25
Design Studio + Beckman’sTM Handcrafted Show L.A.: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday, July 22 - SHOP LATE NIGHT!
Gift + Home Showrooms: 9 a.m. - 8p.m.; Design Studio + Beckman’sTM West: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Los Angeles Convention Center: South & Kentia Halls
1201 South Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015
Friday, July 22 -Sunday, July 24
Temporaries: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Monday, July 25
Temporaries: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Contact: LA Mart / (213) 763-5817

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