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▬the goody bags
Every mom
will receive a goody bag. Moms with
VIP tickets will receive a
special gift bag that includes all items in
a regular gift bag plus additional items
designated in
orange and marked by
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  The
Miss Gigi-Mae
tether is innovative and very well-thought
out to the last detail. This cute ladybug
from P.A.W. Prints of Illinois has two
velcro strips that makes it easy to attach
to almost anything - stroller, highchair,
exersaucer, shopping cart, a convertible car
seat, diaper bag and more. The ladybug has
four retractable plastic tether clips and
two retractable velcro straps that hold
larger items without loops, like stuffed
animals. The
"Learns to read" book has the same loveable
ladybug character.
 Mama
Mio's
Wonder-Full
Balm is intense moisture for
parched places! We reach for ours daily in
this dry season to sooth away all those dry,
itchy, rough patches; rid rough heels and
elbows; hydrate the smackers, eliminate mild
eczema, and even curb cradle cap! But you
will find your own favorite millions of uses
for this rich indulgence. It is nothing less
than Wonder-Full.
 We
love products that blend practical function
with modern style, while ensuring that all
materials and processes used in their
production are safe and protect the health
of children and the environment. Made of
pure medical grade silicone,
Prince Lionheart’s silicone bottles
and nipples provide a safe, hypoallergenic
way to feed baby. The
natural silicone material that has no open
pores to harbor bacteria, thereby ensuring
baby is getting nutrition as pure as nature
intended, without the leaching of harmful
chemicals. The bottles are unbreakable,
microwave, freezer and dishwasher safe. Best
of all, where most bottles with venting
holes allow air into bottles as babies
drink, Prince Lionheart‘s silicone bottle
collapses as air is released giving baby a
bubble-free bottle feeding, reducing the
likelihood of colic reflux and spit-up.
  Have
you done the awkward dance in a grocery
store parking lot? You know, one foot on the
shopping cart, kids, bags being loaded into
the car...uneven pavement, slopes, and
wind... Now there's an easy way to keep the
cart from running away with your most
precious cargo. Introducing CartStopper
by
My Lil Monkeys, a simple and effective
device that reduces the risk of child injury
and vehicle damage related to “run-away”
shopping carts. It holds securely to any
clean, flat vehicle surface and immobilizes
your shopping cart. Its compact design
stores easily in a purse, diaper bag, or a
car's trunk.
 
Every new mom learns quickly that we do not
have the luxury of a shower every day. Thank
you
TIGI for making a product that
will make us feel like part of the world
again, even on those days. Introducing the
new Rockaholic line. The
Born To Rock Leave-in Detangler &
Defrizzer helps moms easily
de-stress and detangle. Top it off with
TIGI's Fun Times Flexible Hairspray.
This strawberry lemonade scented spray
provides hold while fighting humidity and
protecting the hair from styling tools.
 VIP
moms also will receive the fabulous TIGI
Bronze After-party crème eye shadow
and limited edition
Lip Palette.
eebee's
adventures
DVDs
are
designed to engage both parent and baby with
rich play experiences that provide powerful
lessons that memorizing letters, numbers,
colors and shapes simply can and do not.
Watching and, importantly, “doing” eebee's
adventures will allow you and your baby to
see and learn first-hand what happens when
you explore a crinkly, crunchy, smooth and
bumpy paper mountain or roll, bounce, bop,
bang, slide and toss your way around a world
of balls and ramps. The DVD adventures vary
from "Exploring Real Stuff," to "All in a
Day's Play" and "Figuring Things Out." The
series is fantastic, with a vibrant,
loveable character, and is complemented by a
line of hands-on toys.
  Ask
any mom her opinion of the Little Tikes
brand and she’ll probably list “durable” and
“fun” in her response. We love this
well-made brand for its bright colors,
attractive design, and the creative,
imaginative play it inspires. The popular
Cozy Coupe® is celebrating
its 30th anniversary in 2009 and to honor
it, we are featuring a 4-piece
Tableware Set from the
Zak Designs Little Tikes
collection. Zak Designs has captured the fun
and durability of this classic brand with
divided, tip-resistant plates and bowls,
spill-proof toddler-sized drinkware,
flatware shaped like keys, and snack
containers. The products are BPA-FREE, PVC &
Phthalate Free. Way to go, Zak Designs,
you’ve made both toddler and mom happy!
 Boon's
ModWare is the perfect
utensil set for the "growing up" toddlers.
The ergonomic design has no sharp edges and
the handles are designed with a soft,
comfortable grip. This good-looking set is
perfect for little hands and mouths. ModWear
is complemented by the Boon Saucer.
Saucer's unique edgeless
plate design helps prevent little hands from
lifting it off the table. The divided
sections keep foods separated and a
slip-resistant base grips the tabletop to
keep the plate in place.
 
An indispensable mommy accessory, the Mommy
Hook is the perfect stroller
hanger. Built to last, lightweight and
versatile, The Mommy Hook® fits virtually
all stroller handles and is made from
durable, heavy-duty aluminum—it won’t break
like cheap plastic hangers. Its rubber guide
keeps it from slipping or sliding. It also
clips onto shopping carts. Just snap it on
and you’re ready to roll! The Mommy Hook®
easily holds diaper bags, shopping bags,
camera bags, groceries, purses, clothes,
toys, sports gear, and much more.
  Do
you run for the wipes or sterilizer at the
end of a playdate at your house? It's
inevitable that at least one kid had a runny
nose... Introducing the brand new
Dapple®
Toy Cleaner Spray, perfect
for cleaning what little hands touch – from
toys to high chairs, swings and more. Made
from natural ingredients such as baking soda
to keep your home and environment a healthy
clean, the Dapple Toy Cleaner Spray is in
line with latest medical research - it is
not antibacterial. It works like a thorough
wash with soap and water – so baby can build
up a
strong immune system while enjoying clean
surroundings. Just spray, wipe and play.™
Little bodies savor a daily loving touch!
MD Moms'
Baby Silk Daily Skin Protection
is a quick-absorbing, lightweight
moisturizer designed to soothe baby's dry
skin, cracking or irritation. Made with
marine silk, Vitamins E and B5, shea butter,
avocado, oat and grape seed oil, this balm's
delicate scent makes massage time a soothing
experience for baby and parent. Moms at the
event will receive a trial packet, and
VIP bags will
also contain a
travel-sized
product from MD Moms.
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▬the
raffle
Every mom will take home a "best &
hottest" product (get
the details on how moms will choose):
* colors & patterns may vary and products
are subject to change |
  Introducing
Trends for Kids ("TFK")...
Extremely popular in Europe,
this German company's high
quality, innovative, sporty and
versatile strollers just arrived
in the U.S. and already are an
instant hit.
We adore the Twinner
Twist Duo, a sporty
multipurpose double stroller for
the growing family. What makes
the Twinner Twist Duo unique is
its ability to accommodate twins
or two children of different
ages including newborns,
toddlers and growing children.
Its modern design boasts a light
weight, quick folding and
compact aluminum frame and
inflatable single-spoke wheels.
 Blending
functionality and a visually
pleasing design, the Twinner
Twist Duo provides parents with
numerous features that put it a
step ahead of the competition,
including a narrow frame that
fits more easily through tight
spaces and and two
swiveling front wheels that
allow for excellent
maneuverability and can be
easily removed for compact
storage and easy transport.
Particularly convenient and
practical is the Twinner Twist
Duo’s ability to accommodate
children of different sizes. For
example, a bassinet or car seat
may be placed in one half of the
stroller for a newborn while the
other half has the full sized
seat for a toddler. Or, one seat
may be reclined for a sleeping
child while the other remains
upright.
The TFK Joggster III
is a multipurpose sport stroller
for those who also enjoy a bit
of luxury. Its modern design
boasts a light weight, quick
folding and compact aluminum
frame and inflatable
single-spoke wheels. To
accommodate the adventuresome
and sport minded parents, the
Joggster III features a
suspension system with rear
shock absorbers which, together
with the inflatable all terrain
tires, provide your child with
an ultra smooth ride. A carry
cot or car seat may be added for
infants.
While the fixed front wheel on
the Joggster III is ideal for
sport related uses, it can be
interchanged with an optional
swivel wheel that is on the
Joggster Twist. The
Joggster Twist
is a stroller intended for those
who enjoy moderate activities
such as walking and the
convenience and versatility of a
multi-purpose stroller. The
swiveling front wheel which is
ideal for everyday uses allows
for excellent
maneuverability and can be
easily removed for compact
storage and easy transport.
The fourth stroller in the TFK
family is the Buggster S,
a small compact stroller that
offers the comforts of a larger
sports stroller. Perfect for
travel, shopping or everyday
use, the Buggster S provides
convenience while also providing
the versatility of a
multi-purpose stroller. Its
modern design boasts a quick
folding and compact aluminum
frame that is both ultra
lightweight and strong. Like all
the other TFK strollers, a carry
cot or car seat may be added to
the Buggster S to accommodate
infants.
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  We
flipped over
Fisher-Price's
Zen Collection™,
featuring beautiful wood accents
and earthy colors to complement
your home décor. The
Gliding Bassinet
is a balance between beauty and
function … The beauty and
function of this baby bassinet
work in harmony to soothe
baby. Plush bedding in premium
textured fabrics and a beautiful
sheer canopy create a soothing
environment where baby can enjoy
the gliding motion at a speed
that’s just right. Music, nature
sounds or simulated sounds of
the womb complement baby’s
soothing experience.
The Zen
Collection™ Infant Seat
is a balance between calm and
stimulation... Ten different
songs, two different recline
positions, three different
vibration speeds and a mobile
with a free-hanging toy are some
of the ways that the Zen Infant
Seat help you soothe or
stimulate your baby in a way
that’s just right for him. Carry
handles make it easy to take
baby from room to room. The
infant seat’s additional
features include a three-point
restraint and a plush head
support for smaller babies.
 Of
course we still love
Fisher-Price's well-known bright
and fun patterns that are a
delight to children, and the new
Rainforest™
pattern brought big smiles to
our faces. The Open-Top
Cradle Swing lets baby
take a relaxing swing
(side-to-side or front-to-back)
as she watches plush rainforest
friends in the mobile above play
“peek-a-boo” among the leaves.
While baby reclines in cradle
comfort, one of 12 different
songs play, along with soothing
nature sounds. And when baby’s
trip to the rainforest is over,
the mobile swings away…until
another day. It features six
soothing swing speeds, with a
plug-in option that can save you
money on batteries! Two-position
reclining seat and 3-point
restraint. Folds easily for
storage.
The Rainforest™ Bouncer
features a tree frog and a
monkey play peek-a-boo in the
leaves near a sparkling
waterfall. A toucan moves back &
forth overhead. All the wonders
of the rainforest are captured
for your little one in this
amazing bouncer. Baby bats at
the hanging toys to activate the
light-up waterfall and
peek-a-boo action, accompanied
by rainforest songs & sounds.
Or, Mom can activate for
continuous play! After a day of
rainforest
 adventure,
turn on the bouncer’s calming
vibrations and your little one
is ready to relax in this comfy
chair.
The
Newborn-to-Toddler Portable
Rocker starts out as an
infant seat or rocker with a
low-profile frame, very
appropriate for newborns. Then,
as your child grows, you can
easily convert this portable
rocker to an infant seat to add
interactive toy play. Then, make
it a toddler rocker. Flip out
the kickstand to convert it from
a rocker to a stationary seat
for older babies or toddlers.
The Newborn-to-Toddler Portable
Rocker folds easily and has a
built-in handle, so it can go
wherever you and baby do.
The
Cheer For Me! Potty is fun for early potty-trainers. There’s an
amusing clicking sound when you
push down the handle. There’s
even a toilet paper holder. With
songs to learn and encouraging
phrases and sounds to discover,
the Cheer for Me! Potty really
does make potty training fun!
Because it looks familiar to a
real toilet, it encourages kids
to make the transition to the
grown up “potty.” |
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The crib: It's the centerpiece
of the nursery and often the
most expensive purchase new
parents make. New parents can
get the most bang for their buck
with convertible cribs. Recently
named "Best Convertible Crib" by
people.com,
Bonavita's
Metro Lifestyle Crib
is
an excellent way to really
extend a nursery budget. It
converts from crib to
toddler/daybed (just by removing
four bolts!) to full-size bed,
so it's a lifetime investment.
Stylish with cosmopolitan lines,
the Metro Crib is perfect for
parents who want modern and
traditional, as well as many
years of use. It is available in
Licorice and Cherry.
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  Welcome
to M1, the new
level in baby carriers.
Lascal's M1
offers baby as well as parent
the ultimate in comfort and with
its sporty and fashionable look,
and its high tech ventilated
fabrics. The innovative
three-way adjustable front piece
creates a secure and perfect fit
for babies weighing 8–30 lbs.
The adjustable head support
cradles the newborn’s head and
later folds down when baby is
ready to face forward. The
bamboo fabric top cover removes
for easy cleaning and also
functions as a canopy against
sun and wind. A ventilated
lumbar support keeps baby's
weight evenly distributed
(minimizing strain on your lower
back) and a unique, built-in
back support in the front piece
keeps baby's developing spine
straight at all times.
Ergonomically designed buckles
make the M1 quick and easy to
use. M1 is available in a
variety of vibrant state of the
art colors. |
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 Introducing
the only full-size cot/crib
that's lighter than the baby!
The
phil&teds
Traveller is
feather-light (5.5 pounds),
insanely compact (fits in the
parcel tray of your phil&teds
inline stroller or airplane
overhead compartment),
super-strong with an extruded
aluminum frame and has a
self-inflating, thermally
insulating mattress. The
Traveller is very easy to
assemble and roomy enough for
bigger babies. It accommodates
newborns to 3 years. Did we
mention that it's even
waterproof? You can add a
zippered UV mesh top to use as
an outdoor tent or play space in
the summer. |
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  Essential
designs for modern parenting.
Fleurville's motto
is a perfect fit. When MetroMoms
co-founder Tina recently walked
through the Fleurville products,
she realized quickly that every
design is carefully thought-out
to the last detail, with style,
function, quality and
environmentally-friendly fabrics
in mind. Our favorites include
the Sling Tote,
a hip and fashionable bag that
is great for parents on the go.
It can be carried 3 ways: over
the shoulder as a tote, as a
messenger bag, or attached to
your stroller. This fashionable
bag can be used long after your
diapering days.
New to the
market, the Re-Run™ Lark
is a super-lightweight and
extremely versatile bag that can
go anywhere. It keeps 5 plastic
bottles out of landfill and
keeps you looking great. Two
layers of interior pockets and 3
very functional outside pockets
provide superior organization.
Use it as your everyday handbag
or buy the optional accessory
kit (includes O-rings for
stroller attachment, wipe case,
and changing cloth) and you're
ready to go with baby in tow.
Whether
packing a bag for Grandma's
house or a quick kid-free
weekend, you can get away in
style with the stylish new
weekend bag -
The Getaway.
Extra roomy, large exterior
pocket for frequently accessed
items and mesh pockets inside
keep you organized. The bag
features very sturdy roller
wheels and extra beefy handle so
your bag won't slow you down. It
fits comfortably in standard
airline overhead compartments,
so you don't have to check it.
Lunch Pak is
the ultimate preschool lunch
box. It is fully insulated with
an easy to wipe clean interior,
and kids
LOVE wearing it as a backpack or
it can be carried with the
padded carrying handle. It has a
hidden name tag so strangers
can't learn the owner's name,
but you can figure out to whom
the bag belongs. The more
traditional Lunch Buddy
insulated lunch box also is
fully insulated with water-proof
lining. It has an adjustable,
detachable shoulder strap and a
name tag pocket and elastic
drink holder inside.
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   Holy
cow! Do you see how small this
highchair folds? The K2
ultra stylish highchair by
Küster is the
latest must have. Ergonomically
designed and easy to clean, the
K2 has an adjustable, removable
and dishwasher-safe tray, a
simple folding mechanism and
comes complete with a 5 point
safety harness, handy basket and
self leveling feet. The tray can
be removed to allow the chair to
pull up to a table. Sweet!
 Küster's
jellybaby changing mat
is the first ever memory foam
changing mat to be ergonomically
shaped to hug your baby's
curves. It is simple to wipe
clean and it comes with a 100%
cotton, machine washable liner.
The special high tech material
is warm to the touch, cradling
your baby in softness and it's
free from PVC! Küster offers
three pleasing colors to
compliment any nursery, blue,
crème and pink.
Metroplex Baby & Kids readers
can enter code messku to receive
a 10% discount on any Küster
order from
www.goores.com |
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 Every
parent knows
Safety 1st for its
innovative childproofing
solutions. We appreciate that
the company's strong commitment
to safety is reflected in so
many other products. New to the
market, the OnBoard
Infant Car Seat is
designed with the help of
pediatric specialists to meet
the special needs of preemies.
It accommodates children 4-22
lbs. (rear facing). It offers
17% more leg room than most
infant car seats, has
side-impact protection, a
5-point harness
system with easy-to-use,
up-front adjustment and an
adjustable, stay-in-car base
with BeltLock device for easy
installation. It is very
lightweight and ergonomic as a
carrier and has a removable,
washable seat pad.
Safety 1st's Avenue
Convertible Car Seat
accommodates children 5-35 lbs.
(rear facing) and 22-40 lbs
(forward facing). It also has
side-impact protection, a
5-point harness system with
up-front harness adjustment, 4
harness and 3 buckle locations.
The removable cup holder can be
used on either side. Avenue
offers removable infant head
support, soft harness covers and
a washable seat pad.
 The
Safety 1st
High-Def Digital Color
Video Monitor
offers 100% clear connection –
anywhere, anytime. This 1.8”
high-def color screen provides a
clear, true-to-life view and
state of the art wideband audio
clarity ensures no static, no
interference, and guaranteed
privacy while monitoring. Remote
digital zoom and pan DataLock
technology means no dropped
picture or sound. The monitor
has background noise
elimination, 650+ foot
indoor/outdoor range, auto
night vision and channel
selector, secure sound lights,
low battery/out of range
indicators, a rechargeable
parent unit with belt clip and -
the baby unit is battery
operated or can be plugged in!
Talk about versatility!
We were very excited to see the
preview of the new Safety 1st
ProGrade
childproofing series last
September and are happy that the
products are finally available
on the market! The set includes
a
Flat Screen TV Lock
that prevents TV from tipping
forward or backward, extends TV
6"-20" and pivots left to right
for perfect viewing;
Front Load Washer-Dryer
Lock with a SecureTech™
indicator that shows parents
when product is properly locked;
Push Button Toilet Lock
(also with a SecureTech™
indicator) with a convenient,
sleek design for adult use;
Clearly Soft Corner
Guards
designed with a soft shape
that easily conforms to table
corners;
Window Lock
with SecureTech™ indicator and a
sleek design does not detract
from window décor; and the
easy-to-operate
Lever Handle Lock
with sleek design and
SecureTech™ indicator.
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 Kids
want to grow up fast. Here's the
booster seat that will grow with
them and keep them safe longer.
The
Britax Frontier™
combination Harness-2-Booster™
boasts best-in-class
forward-facing five-point
harnessed weight capacity (from
2 years & 25 pounds) up to 80
pounds and also serves as a
vehicle belt-positioning booster
up to 100 pounds. Featuring True
Side Impact Protection™ with
one-hand adjustable harness
height system, Versa-Tether® and
engineered energy management
zones, the Frontier is designed
to be the safest high capacity
seat in the industry. It is
loaded with comfort and
convenience features, such as
comfort foam, dual cup holders
and armrests.  The
Frontier is the ideal seat for
the child graduating from their
convertible car seat without
compromising safety.
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 Moms
at the event will be among the
first in the U.S. to see
Bloom's brilliant
new metallic silver cushion on
the super-sleek and stylish
Coco Plexi Lounger.
Part of the new Glitz
and Glam collection,
this lounger belongs in
contemporary living spaces with
its iconic form and
comfortable nest for baby.
Sleek and minimalist in design
with comfort and safety at the
forefront, it makes a beautiful
design statement in any home.
coco bloom has a smooth
self-rocking motion, soft-feel
comfort seat and 5-point safety
harness. The lounger is suitable
for newborns up to
26 pounds. Another plus - there
is absolutely no assembly
required! That should put a
smile on dad's face! |
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 From
the gentlest tummy time
activities to the most
imaginative toddler time
explorations, the
eebee Adventure Play mat &
Activity Play House
provides an ever-growing
interactive learning environment
for every baby. When in the flat
position, this soft and
stimulating mat with bold
colors, range of textures, and
engaging and simply
re-configured discovery panels,
sets the skill-developing scene
for countless learning
adventures. Tactile
explorations… water pad and
mirror play…push-pull
games…inside, outside, over and
through…open, close…and an
exciting range of peek-a-boo
variations are just a few of the
games you can play as you
exercise your baby’s motor,
social and thinking skills. A
simple change in the position of
any panel—from left to right,
top to bottom, inside to
outside, first to last—will
provide you and your baby with
new games to play and
opportunities to learn.
eebee’s many playful expressions
set the scene for silly social
interactions. Together with a
unique pair of “bowling balls,”
the
Bowl Me Over Set
provides baby and parent with
just what they’ll need to create
their own
“up-down-here-there-cause and
effect adventures.” The soft,
squeezable, plush set includes 6
brightly colored “eebee pins”
(two green, two blue, and two
purple) and two boldly striped
and textured balls (one round,
one cylindrical) so that baby
can compare, share one with
parent or playmate, or simply
have one ball for each hand!
From grab-able hair to
multicolored, velvety plush arms
and legs and huggable softness,
this eebee doll
brings the adventures home for
every baby.
 Your
baby can play peek-a-boo with
eebee on every soft-cloth page
of this fun and colorful
peek-a-boo adventures
book. The curtains on the cover
open and close, and inside baby
can look for eebee behind a
silky scarf, in a big, shiny
raincoat, under a floppy sunhat,
crawling through a pop-up
tunnel….And roll a ball for a
game of peek-a-toes! From
exploring textures to
anticipating outcomes, there’s
no hiding the opportunities for
playful skill building in this
adventure.
The
laundry time adventures
book offers soft & fluffy
adventures on every page. Take
the soft towels out of the
laundry bag and put them “into
the washer.” Spin the peek-a-boo
washing-machine wheel to wash
the laundry; hang eebee’s
pajamas on the line; then put
them away in the drawers. When
the laundry’s done, tuck eebee
under a fluffy, fleece blanket.
. . then enjoy creating your own
laundry time adventures! Your
baby will explore words, sounds,
and textures; exercise
fine-motor skills; play
imaginatively. . . and get the
laundry done. |
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 Sleep
experts have written dozens of
books that detail proven methods
to help your child sleep through
the night, but lets face it,
it’s not easy to remember the
details of a book you read when
it’s 4am and your baby is
crying. Thanks to
4moms, an
innovative company formed by
four mothers who strive to fill
the gap of what's missing in the
baby market. They worked closely
with a pediatrician to take
these same proven methods and
put them into a simple to use
electronic device, the
Goodnight Sleep Trainer.
By gradually increasing the time
parents let their children cry
it out, the children learn to
soothe themselves to sleep while
still getting parental support
that is key to good child
development. Plus you can
connect the goodnight sleep
trainer to the web to track
sleep patterns online and
compare against statistical
norms. |
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 We
loved the
Svan
bouncer before didn't
think there was much room for
improvement. Well, Svan found
ways to enhance this already
great bouncer. The best features
of the Svan bouncer are its
adjustability and foot bouncing
action. It can be adjusted from
nearly horizontal to upright.
Safety certified for children
between 6-to-30 pounds, the
bouncer includes a 3-point
safety harness, has washable
fabric, toy loops and an
ergonomic backrest. The best
part about the bouncer? It folds
easily so you can put it away
when not in use, or easily
transport it to grandma's or
friend's house. |
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 Bending
down to change or bathe your
baby can be a pain.
PRIMO's new
EURO SPA Bath and Changing
Center™ offers the
convenience of a baby bathtub on
a stand and portable changing
table center in one! Perfect for
your 0-24 month old, the bath is
designed with 2 positions to
comfortably accommodate a
reclining infant or sitting
toddler. A long drain tube
allows the bath to be easily
drained without lifting, and
plenty of storage holds all your
supplies within easy access. The
stylish portable stand with 2
locking wheels allows the Euro
Spa to be easily moved from the
bathroom, kitchen, bedroom or
any room in the house. Easy to
clean and made of non-toxic
Polypropylene plastic, the Euro
Spa is PBA Free, Phthalate Free,
and Lead Free.
 The
PRIMO CORALL Bath Organizer
holds bathing essentials and
toys, hiding them when not in
use! Forget the suction cups-
this organizer adjusts to hook
over the side of bathtub rim up
to 3.5 inches wide.
Drainage holes in the bottom
allow you to rinse and keep
your items dry. We have coupled
it with PRIMO’s SHOWERPETS
Wizard Lizard, a Shampoo or Soap
Dispenser that sticks to most
bathroom surfaces yet won’t drip
even when facing down, and the
STARFISH Bath Monitor, which not
only displays the bath water
temperature in F° or C° on the
LCD screen, it also guards
against overfilling the tub! |
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 Graco's
just-introduced Sweet
Slumber(TM) sound machine
creates sounds that help your
baby fall asleep and stay
asleep. In a world with phones,
other children in the house and
the clamor of life, Sweet
Slumber's high-quality sound
system masks unwanted noise to
help baby fall asleep. Choose
from a library of 12 soothing
selections featuring white
noise, nature sounds and
lullabies. You can also share
your favorite songs with the MP3
plug-in port. The soft glow
night light helps parents check
in on their little one and the
well-designed controls are easy
to use, even in a dark room.
Compact size makes it easy to
take with you and provides baby
with a familiar environment even
while you're traveling. The
optional automatic timer helps
ease your baby to sleep, then
shuts off. And you can
plug it in or use batteries, so
you can soothe your baby with
sound anywhere you go. |
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  Kushies
Rainwear for
infants and toddlers are soft
and light weight and do not
restrict movement for busy
toddlers. The jacket has two
cute pockets on the front and
one cute larger pocket on the
back. The top halves are fully
lined with 100% soft cotton
fabric, and the bottom halves
are lined with breathable cotton
mesh. They have Reflectors
around the hems for safety, a
100% vinyl exterior and can be
worn over light or heavy
clothing.
 Kushies
Hooded Towel & Booties
keep your little one warm and
dry. The luxurious, 100% cotton
terry towel is over-sized for
complete coverage and available
in an assortment of bright
colors. The matching booties
feature non-slip soles to help
prevent accidents on wet
surfaces.
Let your child create her own
garden with the imaginative
build and stack
Playgarden by
Kushies. Magnetic creatures
stick to the garden and the
magnetic plant pieces stack and
build. This unique garden window
box doubles as a zippered
carrying case for toddlers on
the go! The many ways to play
and succeed encourage
independent play and build real
life learning.
 More
creativity awaits with the
Kushies
Stacrobats.
Build imagination, balance, and
dexterity with magnetic figures,
balls, and base that are easy to
attach. Connect them in zillions
of ways! Begin with simple
magnetic discovery and grow to
learn stacking and balance. The
many ways to play and succeed
encourages self-expression and
builds self confidence .
Kushies' Pupa
is a build and stick musical
caterpillar that is sure to
entertain. Stick balls together
to create & build; squeeze to
hear musical notes! Full 8-tone
scale lets you play tunes,
including color coded songs.
Colorful, fun, Kushies. |
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 z’fina
first captured our attention
with the very
smart man sling™
- a very sleek “not your wife’s”
sling made for the hip dad. Now
we just can’t take our eyes of
the rest of the collection. From
the classy and sophisticated
everyday chic collection,
to the delicious and luxurious
lush collection,
to the organic
and natural
eco chic collection,
to the modern and sporty
365 collection.
You won’t be able to take your
hands off the distinctive
fabrics. With a wide range of
styles created with the help of
fashion designers, there's a
z’fina baby sling for all
parents. |
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In the category of "why didn't
anyone think of this sooner" is
the
SafetyMate®, a
portable talking first aid for
the home, car or diaper bag.
Just push a button and
SafetyMate immediately begins to
talk mom, dad or other caretaker
through step-by-step
instructions for 30+ first aid
issues, in either English and
Spanish. It provides information
for all ages – infant, child and
adult emergencies. No more
running to the computer or
searching for the right book
with instruction in an
emergency. The interactive
SafetyMate can walk you through
potentially life-saving
information while you're waiting
for help to arrive, and can help
you remember CPR or other
life-saving techniques from a
course taken long
ago. |
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 Since
its founding over 15 years ago,
Bananafish
has become a leading
manufacturer of infant bedding
and nursery decor. It brings the
latest in trends and style while
maintaining a balanced
collection that appeals to both
traditional and contemporary
tastes. Our favorites include
the
Bailey 4-piece
Bedding Set, which add a touch
of glamour and class to your
baby’s nursery. The rich brown
damask design is complemented by
blue and brown stripes, and the
comforter is accented with
cuddly plush. The pink and brown
Brooke set adds the
same distinction to a girl's
room. Sets includes comforter,
crib sheet, bumper and dust
ruffle. |
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 It's
bound to happen when you
first put your child in an
exersaucer, swing or jumper.
The head bobs and your
little one can't quite get
steady. Forget wadding up
blankets or towels to help
your baby fit in a jumper or
seat that's too big!
Hugga-Bébé
adjusts to your baby's
unique requirements using
our innovative Three Snap
System. Another innovative
product in the category of
"why didn't anyone think of
this sooner!" |
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 The
newest friend to the
Cloud B®, Sleep
Sheep & Friends™ collection,
Gentle Giraffe™
offers a compilation of soothing
sounds designed to entertain,
educate and of course help
achieve a better sleep.
Conveniently tucked inside
Gentle Giraffe's back is a
removable sound machine that
plays four unique sounds
specifically composed to
transport our young listeners to
the beautiful and mysterious
plains of the Serengeti. Gentle
giraffe’s sounds will stir their
imagination as they stroll
through unexplored safari
trails, listen to the rhythmic
drums of a native tribe, gaze
over the cliffs of the majestic
falls of Victoria and hear
actual sounds from the ever
quiet and gentle giraffes.
Gentle Giraffe, is part of Cloud
B's endangered species line that
helps bring
awareness to the animals, their
habitat and what we can do to
help them. A portion of each
sale goes to the Conservation
International Foundation.
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 Calling
all expectant moms - what if we
told you that you could buy your
entire pregnancy wardrobe for
only $150? Well, almost anyway.
Introducing the
Classic Versatile Dress - Pouch.
This one dress can be worn many
ways. Try it as a halter,
strapless, front-wrap,
one-shoulder, Grecian halter,
skirt and great nursing dress,
using the apron for coverage.
“How To” instructions included.
Dress it up or down. Day to
evening, office to errands,
lunch with the girls. The
Versatile Dress can do it all.
Luxurious jersey 95%
polyester/5% spandex … fluid,
comfortable and flattering for
expectant women of all heights,
shapes and sizes. For all nine
months & beyond - and we really
do mean beyond because the dress
is a hot seller for the
non-pregnant as well! And the
best part - it's machine
washable! |
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     "Wow"
was our pure reaction when we
felt
Organically Grown's
layette line. It not only felt
soft and plush, but also had
that high-quality cloth feel of
well-made European lines. We
also liked the fact that this
"green" line did not go
overboard by making their
clothes look organic (you know,
that soft brown with a grainy
look). The layette line is
well-designed in every respect.
This company's goal was to make
a
difference to the environment by
producing high-quality organic
products. They succeeded easily
in that endeavor, and in the
process produced a line that
will put a smile on a mom's face
when she slips the soft, organic
cotton over sensitive baby skin
that deserves no less. |
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We love the new Bug Pod
by
Boon. It provides a
drainable scoop for collecting
and rinsing toys and attaches to
the wall with strong adhesive
strips or screws for easy
storage. The Bug Pod makes bath
time clean-up fun & easy, stores
& organizes bath accessories and
reduces mold & mildew.
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pediped™ footwear’s line
of larger, rubber-soled
footwear, pediped
Flex ™, is truly the
"next best thing to bare feet."
Pediped Flex are available in
children’s sizes 6 to 12. The
rubber soled Flex line comes in
an array of styles for boys and
girls and features exceptionally
soft, flexible soles and uppers
help to promote healthy foot
development.
 They
also offer a unique fit system
with each pair including an
additional 2 mm insole to
customize the fit so it is just
right for each child. |
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    Ah,
potty training. What works for
one child, does not work for
another. With this in mind,
BabyBjörn offers
several bathroom alternatives
for your child to feel
comfortable when taking those
first steps towards freedom from
diapers. In addition, the
clean-cut Scandinavian design
and varying colors makes the
BabyBjörn bathroom range a
stylish complement to your
bathroom. Whether you opt for
the
Potty Chair, the
Little Potty or
the Toilet Trainer
and Safe Step,
BabyBjörn has you covered. |
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 Parents
today are not afraid to admit we
often second-guess ourselves. We
are over-worked and sleep
deprived. Many accidents can be
easily avoided, and the
Car Seat Monitor made
by
Cars N Kids
gives parents the peace of mind
when traveling with a car seat.
Similar to the warning beep that
sounds for you to turn off your
headlights or put on your seat
belt, the Car Seat Monitor
sounds a lullaby when your car
stops, reminding you that the
car seat is in your car. After
installation, the monitor
automatically sounds when it
senses the baby’s weight in the
car seat. After a delayed stop,
a soothing lullaby plays. You
will also be thankful as it
warns you when your adventurous
toddler tries to escape the car
seat.
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 The
Skip*Hop Hare baby
comb & brush set is a cute and
clever all-in-one grooming set
that complements any nursery.
The bunny ears double as a
useful brush and comb, each with
a soft-grip handle sized
perfectly for grown-ups' hands.
The soft brush bristles are
gentle on your baby's scalp, and
the wide-toothed comb makes
untangling hair a cinch. When
you’re all done, your
tot can coo at his perfectly
coiffed locks in the round,
baby-safe mirror on the bunny’s
base. |
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 Co-sleeping
parents everywhere fell in love
with the original protective
infant sleeper, the Snuggle Nest
from
Baby Delight. The
NEW Supreme Snuggle Nest
with Incline and Soothing Sound
has not even begun shipping to
retail stores but we’ve got it
and love the upgraded features,
including the built-in night
light, the waterproof foam
mattress, and the portability.
Designed for newborns until baby
begins to roll over, it
incorporates preventative safety
features as recommended by the
SIDS
Alliance. Parents place the
Snuggle Nest between the adult
pillows. The walls on either
side of the product block the
pillows, and the rear wall and
base reduces risk of entrapment
between the mattress and the
headboard. |
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 How
many times have we packed a
portable DVD player to keep baby
entertained and make our lives
easier? At the restaurant, in
the car, on the airplane, and
now – for a stroller ride! The
mom-invented
Stroller DVD Pouch
made by
Baby Beehavin is
the new stroller accessory that
will have
parents rejoicing for the
ability to play their children’s
favorite DVD in most rear-facing
strollers. Simply attach the
pouch to your rear-facing
stroller handle bar, insert
almost any DVD Player, and let
your child be entertained or
soothed. |
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  Your
kids may have ‘collected them
all’ but wait until you see the
Award Winning
Uberstix
construction kits that have us
yelling “Bravo!” They are
engineered to work independently
and/or integrate with all other
major building systems including
Lego, Zoobs, Zomes, and K'nex as
well as recyclable materials you
collect around the house! The
Uberstix™ Sailboat
uses recycled water bottles to
make it float, and includes a
lab sheet lesson plan that
teaches the basics of sailing
and the function of the keel and
rudder. The UberBird™
has wings that flap and teaches
kids about the workings of
movable joints. Its fun to fling
things with the
ÜBERPULT™. Kids build a
functional catapult and learn
the physics that make launching
objects through the air
possible. Uberstix inspires
creativity while teaching kids
concepts in geometry, math,
engineering and basic physics.
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 Parents
notice the big difference in
stability between a convertible
car seat and a booster seat,
because the booster seat is not
anchored to the car. When a seat
belt slacks or loosens the
booster will rock and bounce
around.
SeatSnug allows the
lap belt to be lightly tightened
around a child’s hips,
preventing seatbelt slack. By
gently securing a child while
riding in a booster seat,
SeatSnug® substantially
eliminates bouncing, rocking,
tipping, falling over,
submarining, and ejection, thus
reducing the potential for
injuries and death in vehicular
accidents. SeatSnug® improves
child stability and comfort, and
parent’s peace of mind. Best of
all, it’s easy to use! |
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 Remember
when Maternity Belts made you
feel like you where wearing a
back brace? It’s time to retire
the itchy Velcro and slip into
the smart and feminine
Bellybra support
undergarment. Designed by a mom
and recommended by health care
and fitness professionals, the
Bellybra offers gentle support
for the lower back and abdomen
during your third trimester of
pregnancy. It is medically
proven to reduce lower back
pain! The stylish, lightweight
fabric and three color options
compliment any
wardrobe instead of poke through
it like traditional support
belts. The Bellybra is a staple
in any maternity wardrobe. |
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 We
still dream of that perfectly
organized house and closet.
O.R.E. Originals
has created the cutest
organizational solutions for
kids. The Closet
Dividers promise to
help get your
baby's closet organized. The set
of 5 oval - shaped and measures
6 x 3 inches overall, and
includes 3 sets of stickers (42
total) to organize by age range,
clothing type or day of the
week, so you can find the
clothes you want and when you
need them. They are BPA free &
non-toxic, and they wipe clean.
We are
coupling them with
the adorable Sugar
Booger™ Hangers. This
set of 5 in green or blue
hangers are sized perfectly for
children's clothes and features
a 6-inch slot for
hanging pants. The smooth
plastic is perfect for even the
most delicate fabrics. |
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It's a Play Yard
- it's a
Pool - it's a
Resting Space -
it's a
Changing Area:
it's the 4-in-1 Playard
by
Room to Grow™. This
safe area for indoor or outdoor
play can be used with or without
a removable 4" inflatable
cushion, and has two handles for
easy transport without
breakdown. The Playard has mesh
window ports for cross
ventilation and viewing. When
you remove the mattress and add
water, you create a splash pool
or tub. Simply turn play yard
upside down with or without the
removable cushion to create a
changing table. Voila.
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 The
Sparkabilities
DVD series is based on the
Playwisely developmental
system and is designed to
entertain your baby and develop
essential learning skills -
attention, recognition & memory.
Babies LOVE Sparkabilities
because the series has been
created for specific
developmental stages. Moms feel
good about Sparkabilities
because the segments are
designed to develop cognitive
skills. We love Sparkabilities
because it is more than
entertainment – we can almost
see our babies’ cognitive wheels
turning. The series currently
includes Babies 1 for birth-8
months and Babies 2 for 6-24
months and offer learning in the
areas of Art, Communication,
Emotion, Language, Math, Music,
and Reading.
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 When
we sat down with the
MD Moms, we felt
like we were in a spa. These
board-certified pediatricians
understand that babies aren't
miniature adults. They need
special products formulated just
for them, with ingredients that
are gentle, pure and effective.
That's why their Baby
Silk® skin and hair
products include advanced
ingredients like marine silk,
botanicals, Vitamins E and B5 to
provide antioxidant protection,
relieve dryness, promote
healing, and protect the skin's
natural moisture barrier. They
also have a delicate botanical
baby scent made from essential
oils of orange and gala apple
blossoms that's almost as yummy
as that new-baby smell. Every
Baby Silk formulation is
clinically tested,
hypoallergenic and free of
lanolin, mineral oil, petroleum,
waxes, harmful chemicals and
known skin irritants. |
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  Parenting
is an around-the-clock job! The
hands-free
Babeebrite
pocket light by
Mommy Bee Happy can
be a big help with all nighttime
duties such as feeding,
diapering, looking for a dropped
pacifier, helping kids to the
potty, and even just making it
across the hall to the kids’
room! The Babeebrite not only
clips onto your shirt or shirt
pocket, it also clips onto any
surface up to 1 inch thick, such
as a crib or headboard,
stroller, car seat, rocking
chair and diaper tote. You know
it was made by moms because of
its automatic on/off 7-minute
timer and adjustable 90-degree
arm. Most
importantly, Babeebrite does not
affect yours or the baby’s night
vision.
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Have you ever packed your
microwave or electric sterilizer
when traveling from home?
Pacifiers are a common breeding
ground for harmful germs. Now
you can sterilize them easily
whenever you are away from home
with the compact, portable and
battery-operated
Pipila
pacifier sterilizer,
brought to us by Hygiene
Innovations. What, no water? The
Pipila works by use of a
UV/Ozone lamp, killing 99.9% of
germs on a pacifier in just 5
minutes. It accommodates all
standard-size pacifiers and runs
on
two AA batteries. How cool! |
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Blankies are a child’s best
friend but they can get pretty
icky when dragged behind a
little explorer.
Wagamama Baby gives
a stylish way to tote a
treasured companion with the new
blankie-ball, a
luxuriously soft blankie which
tucks into an attached
self-enclosing pouch. The unique
and attractive patterns are
perfect for stylish moms and
babies on-the-go, and the pouch
protects the treasured companion
while in tow. Good thinking
Wagamama Baby!
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 The
founder of
BrillKids
taught his daughter Felicity to
read using flash cards, homemade
books, DVDs and PowerPoint
slideshows. He realized that
what was lacking in the market
was a customizable,
user-friendly tool for teaching
babies to read. The tool he
wished he’d had when he was
teaching his daughter became
Little Reader.
We love the customizable
features of the software
(designed for 4 mos and up), and
the web’s most comprehensive
early learning resources
available on the
BrillKids website. It is exactly
what we were searching for years
ago when our kids were little!
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 We
love the Froggie
12 inch friendly green frog that
is ready to be stuffed and
loved. The "Noah's
Ark Workshop" To-Go
Kit comes with everything needed
to bring Froggie to life right
in your own home (no sewing
required)!
Each kit comes with: one green
frog, a bag of stuffing, a
wishing star, a birth
certificate, a Noah's Ark
medallion, a take home bag, and
stuffing instructions. The
closure is a locking snap/Velcro
system as well.
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The new
LeapFrog
Leapster game I Spy
lets kids discover treasures
left behind by three legendary
pirates! Kids will reveal pieces
of their treasure maps while
playing I SPY riddles and games
that build thinking and
vocabulary skills. Leapster2
players can
connect online for extra
activities and rewards. And
parents can connect online to
the LeapFrog® Learning Path to
see what their child is
learning. This fun game teaches
logic and reasoning,
problem-solving and vocabulary
skills.
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Who:
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Expectant moms and moms with children up to
age 5
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What:
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Dinner, laughter and opportunities to view
the Best & Hottest products from pregnancy
through preschool, and to meet and mingle
with other moms/expectant moms
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When:
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Thursday, January 22 from 6:30-8:30pm; VIP
entry at 6pm
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Where:
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The Dream Cafe near the Dallas Galleria at
Village on the Parkway, 5100 Beltline,
Addison, TX 75240
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How:
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Moms will draw numbers at the event to
determine the order in which they each will
choose one Best & Hottest product. VIP
reserved priority seating is available, and
VIP ticketholders will draw first. Every mom
also receives a gift bag. Moms with VIP
tickets will receive extra items marked with
.
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Cost:
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Regular tickets
$45/mom; VIP tickets $60/mom.
Metroplex
Baby Savings Card holders
receive a $5 discount off their tickets.
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RSVP:
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Space is limited. RSVP
by January 15. Tickets are not transferable.
Please see our
cancellation policy.
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Other:
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This is a mom's night out; no children will
be permitted; no exceptions.
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