TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Bath Product Category

Viking Ship Squirter by HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.

This little pirate ship has a colorful red and white striped sail, and squirts water in the bathtub. 7/20/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mr. Bubble® Foam Soap™ by THE VILLAGE COMPANY LLC

Mr. Bubble Foam Soap will whip up bath time fun. Kids can use their imagination to make all kinds of fun shapes with silly floating foam. Safe and gentle, it washes thoroughly and leaves skin soft and smooth.
— Katie Roo, manager of Be Beep A Toy Shop in Columbia, S.C., told TDmonthly in an April 2012 survey about bath toys that they sell about a dozen units of Mr. Bubble Foam Soap each month.
— In an April 2013 survey about best-selling bath toys Kate Noreen, manager of MudPuddles Toys & Books in Sherwood, Ore., told TDmonthly that "Mr. Bubble stuff has sold really well. It's that classic name, but it's thick foam so it's really fun to play with." 4/20/2012 (Price: $3.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Plui by KID O PRODUCTS

The Plui bath toy is a vinyl sphere with one nozzle at the top and several at the bottom; dunk Plui underwater to fill it, and then watch the “rain” come out. Kids control the flow of water by covering or uncovering the top nozzle. 4/11/2012 (Price: $12.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

B. Fish & Splish Bath Boat by TOYSMITH

For ages 6 months and up. The bathtub is baby's ocean. Set includes 13 toys in a floating boat; captain; life preserver; fishing hook & 4 ready-to-catch fish; 3 nesting cups that shower, stack & pour, octopus comb & whale nailbrush. Everything stows away below deck.
Awards: American Baby Toy of the Year Award.
— Mary Porter Green, owner of The Curiosity Zone in Ashburn, Va., told TDmonthly in a 2012 survey that their best selling infant & toddler products are from Toysmiths "B." line. "Though expensive, it has great packaging and is perfect for gift giving. Fish & Splish is an especially great product," she told TDmonthly. She also said this item was a best seller in the bath category. 4/6/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Octopus Ring Toss Fountain by SKIP HOP INC.

This wall mounted octopus keeps little ones happy two ways: pour water in the top of his head and it sprinkles down from his arms, or when baby is older he or she can play a challenging game of ring toss. Octopus suctions to wall and turns upside down to drain. Soft, no-bump material. BPA-free and Phthalate-free. 3/15/2012 (Price: $13.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Sail Boats by TOYSMITH

Brightly colored wooden sail boats. Assorted numbered boats, from one to six.
— In a February 2012 survey, two of 14 retailers said that Toysmith is their bestselling brand for wooden toys. 2/8/2012 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bath Organizer by BLUE BOX TOYS INC.

Dedee bath organizer stores toys and other items, keeps bathtubs tidy and comes with tote bag for outdoor use. Launch date: March 2012. 12/12/2011 (Price: $25.00)

Tug Boat by KID O PRODUCTS

Find your sea legs with this floating tug boat, with detachable life buoy. Perfect for any skipper’s bath time. Available in Green, Red or Blue. Launch date: January 2012. 12/9/2011 (Price: $17.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

aacua by MAAMAM LLC

aacua is a new generation bath towel. A unique 4-in-1 apron, towel, baby wrap for infants and bath wrap for babies and toddlers. aacua frees up both hands to tend to baby. Adults can carry their child directly from the tub to them, without getting wet. As a towel, aacua's high quality 100% cotton terry cloth material absorbs water quickly while remaining extra soft to children's skin. 10/7/2011 (Price: $42.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The MoniTub by BABY PATENT LTD

The MoniTub is a tub that weight infants and monitors water temperature. Fill in the baby tub with the desired amount of water. Press the button (tare) to reset the scale. Lay the baby in the tub, and the baby's weight will automatically appear on the LCD. The water's temperature appears on the LCD and automatically updates the reading, to ensure baby's comfort.  ( Watch Video) 10/7/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Snug-Tub® Duck by KEL-GAR, Inc.

Provides infants-toddlers a soft, padded and secure space to bathe. Fun, bright colors stimulate interest and attention. Suction cup makes it easy to hang and store. Contoured headrest makes washing hair easy. For children who can sit up unassisted up to approximately 24 months. ( Watch Video) 10/6/2011 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dr. Seuss by Trend Lab Licensed Character Hooded Towels by TREND LAB, LLC

There's no one alive that's Youer than You!" Children can transform into their favorite Dr. Seuss Character with these Character Hooded Towels. 27"W x 36"H; fits up to size 3T. Launch date: 2010. 9/13/2011 (Price: $29.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Soft Shapes® Play Puppets: Enchanted Kingdom by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Kids can make up their own royal adventures, swashbuckling stories, superhero missions, and pretty kitty tales with these themed puppet packs containing six puppets each. For use alone or with the Soft Shapes Puppet Theater. Launch date: August 2011. ( Watch Video) 9/6/2011 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Thermobaby Aquababy Bath Ring by JUVENILE SOLUTIONS, INC.

The Aquababy is suitable for babies 7-16 months when the child starts to want to sit up. The Rounded shape gently supports the child while giving it freedom of movement. Features include a non slip seat  Extra large suction cups for excellent stability  (Not suitable for non-skid surfaces).  No assembly or accessories needed.  Contains no BPA, Phthalates, PVC or Lead.  Pkg: Boxed. Case Pack: 3 Units per color. Min order: 12 units,  colors can be mixed White/Blue,White/Black,Blue/Green, Lilac/Plum,Dark Pink/Light Pink.
Awards: 2011 Babble.com Best Bath Award 8/10/2011 (Price: $36.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tidoo Raspberry by COROLLE DOLLS

Specially designed for bathtime fun, Tidoo is soft and posable and so light that it floats.
Filled with polystyrene "beads" that dry quickly, Tidoo can play out of the tub, too; it can even suck its thumb. Tidoo baby dolls can wear any fashion from the Mon Premier collection. Corolle also offers a wide selection of nursery accessories specially sized for Tidoo. 12 inches tall. Blue sleeping eyes.
— In a Summer 2011 survey 10 of 14 retailers told TDmonthly that dolls from Corolle were their best-sellers. Joe Berardoni, owner of Pun's Toys in Bryn Mawr,  Pa., said they sell 6-10 Corolle dolls per month, and that Tidoo is the best-seller.
— Rebecca Goblish, owner of Picayune Toys in Dunwoody, Ga., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that dolls from Corolle are in her top-three best-selling products.
— In a June 2014 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that Corolle makes their best-selling dolls. ( Watch Video) 6/28/2011 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spa Baby Tubs by SPA BABY TUBS

Now made in Canada, our non-toxic, eco friendly bath comes with a non-slip mat for comfort and security. New York magazine has called Spa Baby "a soothingly womb like hot tub for infants." It is the "largest upright tub on the market to last infants the longest," Brandy Cameron, President of Spa Baby Tubs, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2011. 6/27/2011 (Price: $37.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Banana Brush with Handles by BABY BANANA BRUSH BY LIVE-RIGHT

For infants ages 3 months and up. Thick, massaging bristles are perfect for sore teething gums. “A-peel-ing” handles are easy for little hands to hold, or for a parent to loop a binki strap through. Dishwasher and Freezer Safe. Made from highest quality medical grade silicone. Teething and brushing can be fun!
Awards: 2010 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval.

 6/27/2011 (Price: $8.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BrushyBall by BRUSHYBALL LLC

BrushyBall is an interactive toothbrush holder and  timer.  A sink top 'follow-the-leader' toothbrushing game, BrushyBall, guides children through brushing their own teeth for two minutes.  BrushyBall coaches young brushers with an adorable voice and pearly white teeth which light up in six sequential sections.  BrushyBall was specifically designed to motivate young brushers, captivate short attention spans and teach complete brushing of all teeth. BrushyBall also holds up to four toothbrushes for open air drying and offers 900+ brushing sessions on two AA batteries (included). Launch date: Fall 2011. 6/2/2011 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Soft Shapes Puppet Theater by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Kids can put on a play with this fun, two sided foam stage set that floats in water or stands up on a table. Kids can use puppets, dolls, stuffed animals, or their own hands to create performances and indulge in creative play. It's "Portable Puppet Play Anywhere, Anytime," Rich Hill, director of marketing at innovativekids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Soft Shapes Puppies by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Soft Shapes Puppies are soft foam books with bold photographs of puppies that pop off each page and stick to sides of the tub. Launch date: August 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Soft Shapes Kittens by INNOVATIVEKIDS

Soft foam books with bold photographs of sweet and funny kittens that pop off each page and stick to sides of the tub. Launch date: August 2011. 5/27/2011 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dirty Dishes by ALEX BRANDS

Kids can pretend to clean their dishes in the tub. When the dishes are dipped in the warm water, the "dirt" disappears. This 10 piece set includes a dish rack that can be suctioned to the wall and a sponge.
—Mike DiAndrea, owner of Hardware Toys in Paoli, Pa., told TDmonthly in late Spring 2011 that he sold five Dirty Dishes each month.
— Want this? As of 05/06/2011, this product was available for purchase at Hardware Toys. 4/29/2011 (Price: $13.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rub a Dub Star Crayon by ALEX BRANDS

These chubby, star-shaped bathtub crayons are fun and easy for children to hold. The crayons come in six bright colors, and can be used to create bath time art on shower wall, tile surfaces, or on children.
—Annie Ricks, owner of My Imagination Station/ Head over Heels LLC in Hattiesburg, Miss. named Rub a Dub Star Crayon as a best-selling bath toy when surveyed by TDmonthly in late Spring 2011.
— Want this? As of 05/06/2011, this product was available for purchase at My Imagination Station. 4/29/2011 (Price: $5.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rub A Dub Hoops In The Tub by ALEX BRANDS

This set includes a basketball net and three squirting balls. A suction cup rim and mesh net allows the product to be mounted easily to a smooth surface for bath-time fun.
—Margy Peine, owner of Tree House Toy Shop in Cumberland, Md. named Rub a Dub Shapes For The Tub as a best-seller in the bath category when surveyed by TDmonthly in late Spring 2011.
— In an April 2012 survey about bath toys, five out of 11 retailers named Alex as their best selling brand.
— Want this? As of 05/06/2011, this product was available for purchase at Tree House Toy Shop. 4/29/2011 (Price: $10.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rub a Dub Shapes For The Tub - Abc & 123 by ALEX BRANDS

These soft foam shapes stick to the tub or ceramic tiles when wet. Includes two multicolored sets of alphabetical letter and the numbers 0-9. There are 62 pieces in all. Kids can learn that ABC's and 123's while playing in the bath.
—Kim Emigh, VP of e-commerce at Growing Tree Toys in State College, Pa. named Rub a Dub Shapes For The Tub as a best-seller in the bath category when surveyed by TDmonthly in late Spring 2011.
— Want this? As of 05/06/2011, this product was available for purchase at Growing Tree Toys. 4/29/2011 (Price: $13.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]