December 2012 New Specialty Toys — Travel

Traveling to Dublin? Just returned? Wish you could go? Discover a dozen popular spots, from Dublin Castle (now a convention center) to the lofty St. Patrick’s Cathedral, from the handsome brick townhouses of Merrion Square to Gaiety Theatre, the city’s longest-running theatrical stage. Launch date: September 2012.

Welcome to the Met. Boasting more than two million works, it’s one of the world’s largest art museums. Learn about twelve top attractions, including the lovely Charles Engelhard Court, the formidable Arms and Armor Court, and the Modern Art Gallery showcasing works from Monet to the artists of today. Launch date: September 2012.

The moment a card is drawn,quickly imitate the card hands pattern. The last one is the loser. Be aware of any illogical hand combinations. Can be played by up to 8 players...or even more. Launch date: February 2012.

A fun collection of classic cowboy songs for buckaroos of all ages by artists such as Western music stalwarts Riders in the Sky and Don Edwards. "Cowboy Playground includes a 24-page booklet featuring archival photos from the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, Wyoming," Marie-Louise Sturm, Co-Manager of Putumayo Kids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2012.
— As of 9/25/2012 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 1 review on Amazon.com.

Blue Orange honors their home with a game about San Francisco. Spot it! San Francisco includes more than 50 landmarks, words, and iconic imagery of San Francisco. Fog or shine, get ready to spot what’s great in The City by the Bay. From hills to Haight Ashbury, sourdough to Sutro, this game has it all. There is always one, and only one, matching symbol between any two cards. Spot it to win. Skills: Visual Perception; Focus; Reaction Time.  Players: 2 to 8. Play Time: 10 - 20 Minutes. Contents: 55 Cards; Illustrated Rules. Launch date: Launch date: September 2012.

The BabyBjörn Booster Chair, which is suitable for children ages 3 and up, is perfect for when a child has grown out of his/her high chair. The booster seat, which is small and portable, helps a child sit at the correct table height. The seat features a non-slip strap and mini pads, and a two-stage safety lock to prevent a child from releasing the booster when it is strapped to a chair. The seat is equipped with a practical handle, making it ideal to take along for traveling or to restaurants. The smooth surface also makes clean-up easy. PVC, BPA and phthalate free. Launch date: November 2012.

Children will have the best seat outside the house with the ultimate solution in stroller support and style, recommended and used by medical professionals. This stroller cushion provides soft, stylish support for baby's back, head, & neck. High-quality memory foam conforms to infant's head, decreasing resistance and the risk of flat-head syndrome. This product is recommended by medical professionals, and offers a reversible, two-sided design. In addition it is compatible with most stroller harness systems and is machine washable. Launch date: May 2012.

Swingin' Smart bucket swing seat protector has easy Velcro attachment to bucket seats and chains. The washable fabric safeguards against germs. The soft padding warms or cools seat. The rings keep toys close and secure. This product comes in a convenient, re-usable tote for take-along ease and storage. "This is the only swing protector on the market that not only gives you 360 degree protection, but also covers the swing chains which are dirty, hot, and can pinch fingers," Heather Prattas, president / QueenBee at Baby Beehavin, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2012.

SnoozeShade is the on-the-go sleep solution for babies. SnoozeShade is the leading black out blind for strollers, pack 'n plays and car seats blocking out sun, rain and bugs. It blocks 94% of light to create a dark and cozy sleep environment for babies, and protects them from the sun with SPF 50. SnoozeShade is easy to assemble with Velcro straps, which is especially great for traveling! It has becoming the hottest new baby product for moms and dads on-the-go. Launch date: January 2010.
— As of 09/13/2012 this product had 4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 reviews on amazon.com. Pros: Protects babies from sun but lets fresh air in; doesn't make stroller interior too hot. Cons: One user said after time the Velcro detached from the mesh.