TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Infant & Toddler Product Category
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My First Steiff Bear by
STEIFF NORTH AMERICAMade of cuddly soft plush, this bear has the words "My first Steiff" embroidered on his foot pad. The bear comes in lavender, baby blue and light brown and measures 10." 7/15/2010 (Price: $22.50)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Sweet Dreams Lamb, Blue by
STEIFF NORTH AMERICAThis baby-soft blue lamb plush is machine-washable and measures 11." 7/15/2010 (Price: $39.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Trampili Elephant, Green by
STEIFF NORTH AMERICAThis baby-soft green elephant plush is machine-washable and measures 11." 7/15/2010 (Price: $42.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Label Loveys Chime Ball by
KIDS PREFERRED INC.This soft 8" ball makes a chime or crinkle noise when rolled, and comes in three color combinations. 7/15/2010 (Price: $15.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Label Loveys Teether Blanket by
KIDS PREFERRED INC.Babies can soothe their gums on these 12.5" buddy blankets. The soft blanket sports crinkles, rings, textured teethers and more to stimulate infants, and comes in green alligator and pink bear versions. 7/15/2010 (Price: $16.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Magic Astro Cradle by
MAMAS & PAPAS LTD.This cradle is designed to teach babies cause and effect with a removable kick pad that activates LED lightshows and over 100 songs and sounds. Plug in your MP3 player and the cradle, which has built-in speakers, will display a lightshow to the music. 7/15/2010 (Price: $200.00)
Loop High Chair by
MAMAS & PAPAS LTD.This rotating, height-adjustible high chair offers multiple recline positions. The star-shaped base fits around table and chair legs for up-close, convenient feeding. The colorful accessory packs, sold separately, include a removable tray liner and a machine-washable seat cushion. 7/15/2010 (Price: $360.00)
Morph Carrier by
MAMAS & PAPAS LTD.The Morph is sold in two parts — the parental harness in two sizes for $50, and the baby pod for $85 — which means users can get separate harnesses for mom and dad, putting an end to strap and buckle adjustments. Just unlatch the pod and attach to your partner, baby and all. The ergonomic design goes on like a jacket and zips up. 7/15/2010 (Price: $135.00)
Urbo Stroller by
MAMAS & PAPAS LTD.At just 21" wide, this angular polished-aluminum stroller can be easily maneuvered. The reversible seat offers a full recline, and a sun canopy provides extra coverage. The bassinet is sold separately. 7/15/2010 (Price: $499.00)
Bounce Frog by
DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYSThis cuddly 8.5" frog has super-soft green fur and is designed for infants. 7/14/2010 (Price: $12.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Lil Snuggler Giraffe by
DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYSDesigned to be child-safe and huggable, this 13" square blanket features embroidered eyes, silk edging and washable material. 7/14/2010 (Price: $12.70)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Lil Snuggler Frog by
DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYSDesigned to be child-safe and huggable, this 13" square blanket features embroidered eyes, silk edging and washable material. 7/14/2010 (Price: $14.70)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Lil Snuggler Pink Monkey by
DOUGLAS CUDDLE TOYSDesigned to be child-safe and huggable, this 13" square blanket features embroidered eyes, silk edging and washable material. 7/14/2010 (Price: $14.70)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Snuggly Space Friends Snuggly Spaceship by
MANHATTAN TOYThis super-soft blanket is attached to a brightly colored spaceship. It features dangling ribbons designed for babies to grasp and hold. 7/9/2010 (Price: $15.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Snuggly Space Friends Alien Friend by
MANHATTAN TOYThis toy is small, but comes with a multitude of features. The "alien" includes elastic arms, crinkle paper, a squeaker, ribbons and teethers. 7/9/2010 (Price: $8.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Baby-Ville Tee-Hee Teether by
MANHATTAN TOYThis on-the-go teether includes teething accents, rattles and squeakers, and attaches via C-ring to most strollers and carriers. Baby-Ville toys feature the images of celebrated photographer Penny Gentieu, recognized worldwide for her signature-style baby photography. 7/9/2010 (Price: $12.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Baby-Ville Happy Book by
MANHATTAN TOYEmbroidered messages and baby faces adorn each soft page of this six-page book. Features include a rattle, mirror, peek-a-boo flaps, and vibrant colors, plus lots of fun fabrics. The book attaches to most strollers and carriers with a hook and loop closure. Baby-Ville toys feature the images of celebrated photographer Penny Gentieu, recognized worldwide for her signature-style baby photography. 7/9/2010 (Price: $16.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Baby-Ville Activity Ball by
MANHATTAN TOYThis soft activity ball features a chime ball, teething ribbons and an array of textures and color. Baby-Ville toys feature the images of celebrated photographer Penny Gentieu, recognized worldwide for her signature-style baby photography. 7/9/2010 (Price: $16.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Flat Blanky Teether Pooh by
KIDS PREFERRED INC.Features include a crinkle and squeaker for baby's listening skills, and for tactile exploration, Pooh has multiple materials, as well as knotties, ribbons and teethers. 7/9/2010 (Price: $10.00)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Little Sprout Wrist Rattle Toy by
MUD PIEThis plush flower wrist rattle is designed to be placed on baby's wrist or ankle for hours of sensory stimulation. It features bright pastel colors and is available with black or brown "hair." The wrist rattle comes with attached velcro for easy placement and removal. 7/8/2010 (Price: $7.88)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Eieio Cow Woobie and Rattle by
MUD PIEThis set, designed as a gift for newborns, includes a soft cow security blanket and a plush rattle that makes gentle noises. 7/8/2010 (Price: $9.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Earlyears Baby Tea Party by
INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLCThis six-piece soft plush set is designed to stimulate baby’s developing senses. Each play piece features different activities. The teapot plays "I'm a Little Teapot," the cups rattle or jingle and have a crinkly tea bag tag, the croissant crinkles, and the rattling cupcake has a mirror inside.
— Three of 40 retailers told
TDmonthly in early summer 2010 that International Playthings items are best-selling infant and toddler toys. 7/8/2010 (Price: $24.99)
Beetle Trixie Clutching Toy Rattle by
HABA USA/HABERMAASS CORP.This little beetle has wings that fold up around her so she can hide. The bright red, yellow, orange and green rustling foil rattle measures 6" tall and is made of foam covered with a cotton-poly blend.
— In a June 2010
TDmonthly survey, five percent of 40 specialty retailers named HABA rattles as top-selling baby toys. 7/8/2010 (Price: $11.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] TAGGIES™ Colours Spot the Dog by
TAGGIES INC.This colorful, floppy-eared dog stands 10” and is designed to delight children with the crinkle sound in his ears. He comes with attached multicolored tags for rubbing.
― Two of 40 specialty retailers told
TDmonthly in early summer 2010 that Taggies are a top-selling infant gift, with one store estimating sales at 10 per month. 7/8/2010 (Price: $21.99)
Wooden Fishbowl Jumbo Knob Puzzle by
MELISSA & DOUGThis fishbowl features three happy residents for puzzle play. The extra-thick, three-piece wooden puzzle includes a fish, a turtle and a crab, each with jumbo wooden knobs for easy grasping. Full-color, matching pictures appear underneath each piece.
— In a Summer 2011 survey, 5 out of 12 retailers told
TDmonthly that wooden peg puzzles from Melissa & Doug were their best-sellers in the category.
— As of 7/12/2011 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars from 32 reviews on Amazon.com.
Pros: Durable; age-appropriate; puzzle pieces fit well.
Cons: One reviewer said the veneer on the puzzle pieces began peeling a month after purchasing it.
— In a June 2010 survey of 40 specialty retailers, 15 percent named Melissa & Doug as an overall top-selling brand. Two retailers told
TDmonthly that the brand’s puzzles sell especially well. 7/8/2010 (Price: $9.99)
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