NYC Baby and Kids Fair: 7 W Adds More Gifts to Market

The NYC Baby and Kids Fair at 7 W New York runs Jan 30th - Feb 1st. The 11th floor will be filled with everything under the sun for children, including gifts, apparel, bedding, furnishings, room decor, health care, bath aids and toys. The 7 W New York Gift & Home Textiles Market and New York International Gift Fair are also taking place, so NYC is the place to be for buyers who want to cash in on the gift market. Here’s a preview of a few of the exciting exhibitors that will be at the 7 W NYC Baby and Kids Fair, including Stonz Wear, mimijumi, First Toddle and JudiZuzu.

Special Note: The Giggle Guide^® will be covering the NYC gift shows, and will also be an exhibitor at the NYC Baby and Kids Fair, where retailers can stop by for a chance to win fabulous gift baskets every day. On February 1, from 1 to 2 p.m., Leesa Valentino, Editorial Manager of The Giggle Guide^® will present “Social Media Marketing to Moms.”

Stonz Wear Keeps Kids Cozy, Head to Toe

Living on the weather-beaten western coast of Canada, Lisa Will could not find warm, lightweight footwear for her young son that would also stay on. She resorted to wrapping scarves around his legs to keep him toasty. Then, as luck would have it, Lisa met another creative mom who had designed handmade booties for her young child that resembled fleece-lined chalk bags. Lisa knew that unique booties like these would fill a need in the children’s market . It was like peanut butter first meeting chocolate, and their business, ** Stonz Wear Inc.** was born!

Stonz Wear booties are ultra comfy and keep children warm and dry with fleece-lined inners and a coated nylon exterior. The booties feature stylish appliqués, soft soles, and toggles at both the calf and ankle so that they stay snug and secure. After five years in business, the company also offers Linerz, Hatz and Mittenz to keep infants through toddlers warm and cozy, from head to toe.

Lisa’s favorite saying is ““There is no such thing as bad weather; only inappropriate clothing.” See what’s most appropriate from Stonz Wear at the 7 W show, Booth E15 or visit www.stonzwear.com

mimijumi Bottles are the Next Best Thing

The creators at mimijumi understand why breastfeeding is ideal for babies, but they’re also practical thinkers. They know that breastfed babies sometimes nurse on a bottle, and that’s why they invented the “Very Hungry.” The Very Hungry 8-ounce bottle is designed to closely mimic the breastfeeding experience, as the color, form and texture of the nipple resembles the appearance and feel of a mother’s breast. The bottle is made from BPA-free plastic and the nipple is made with medical grade silicon to ensure safety and comfort. The one-piece nipple includes an integrated ventilation system to aid in digestion and reduce colic, further helping to calm babies.

Very Hungry facilitates an easy transition from breast to bottle and back again. Testimonials report that even the fussiest breastfed babies have no trouble accepting this bottle, which makes life easier for parents, babies and caregivers.

The Very Hungry bottle may just be the best alternative to the real thing. Learn more about mimijumi at the 7 W Show, Booth E8, or visit www.mimijumi.com

First Toddle^® Takes a Big Step Forward in Baby Gyms

The First Toddle 5-in-1 Infant/Toddler Play, Entertainment and Development System provides infants and beginning toddlers a safer environment in which to learn to stand and walk. Designed to grow and change with a baby’s interests, First Toddle offers tremendous developmental enhancement and encouragement for infants and toddlers.

Tons of interactive opportunities help prevent boredom, while fostering proper brain and muscle development. Five levels of play and exploration include a sports center to introduce a variety of games. First Toddle’s support structure makes it especially useful for kids with special needs.

See all the fun of First Toddle at the 7 W Show, Booth C13, or visit www.firsttoddle.com

JudiZuzu Puts Fun Inside and Out of the Box

Judy Frey, a professional designer with over 40 years of experience, creates original, hand-painted and crafted JudiZuZu toy boxes that feature her captivating artwork and innovative designs. These beautiful toy boxes have multi-furniture uses, are designed with special storage compartments, and are decorated in a collection of limited-edition, mini-mural illustrations.

All paint used in these charming designs is 100% VOC free and is applied to wood that is completely free of toxic chemicals and formaldehyde, making the boxes friendly to the environment and healthy for children. Each box includes safety hinges and a small gap around the perimeter to ensure that tiny fingers don’t get pinched. A unique inner platform offers two levels of storage that make access easy for children.

Fish Tank, Funny Bunnies, Furry Friends, Bearsky and Ducky Day are a few of the delightful designs available. Boxes can also be special ordered for customized design and color preferences. See JudiZuzu at the 7 W Show, Booth E 11, or check out www.judizuzu.com