July 2009 Notable Toys — Infant & Toddler

Whether looking for a backpack or shoulder bag, this is the perfect designer diaper bag... Durable, functional yet stylish! Our backpack/shoulder bag fits all life styles.

The Plush Pad® by Ah Goo Baby® is the highest luxury in portable diaper changing stations, available in a variety of styles to cater to your sense of fashion. Designed with a body-contouring memory foam insert to soothe your baby's sensitive pressure points and vibrant cotton and minkee fabrics, it is the only portable changing station that is not only comfortable for the child, but also machine washable and water-repellant.

Wrap your precious little one in this luxurious double-sided plush minky blanket. One side printed minky fabric and other side coordinating solid plush minky fabric. Blanket trimmed with softest satin trim. Our blankets are luxurious yet practical. Makes a perfect gift even comes with gift tag! Size 29" x 35.5"

With non-slip suede soles and gently elasticized ankles to keep these first shoes on little feet, Robeez are designed to protect and stabilize early walkers while not restricting children's feet. This pair is decorated with appliques of koala bears complete with soft fringe tufting the ears. 
― “In my infant section, I sell a lot of Robeez shoes consistently,” Janet Gregory, owner of Over the Rainbow Toy Store in Anchorage, Alaska, told TDmonthly in June 2009.
― Two of 47 retailers said in early summer 2009 that Robeez shoes are the most popular baby gift in their stores.

On a simple base of naturally finished rubber wood, four sets of pegs are set up to match 16 colored wood shapes. Whether matching the shapes to their respective pegs, sequencing the colors, or exploring other combinations, children can develop motor skills, problem solving and spatial reasoning. The Geometric Sorting Board is manufactured out of sustainably harvested rubber wood and colored with safe vegetable dyes.
― During a June 2009 survey of best-selling baby gifts, two stores told TDmonthly that Plan supplies their top-selling items.

Both blanket and stuffed companion, the 24” Comfy Cozy Lion is made of silky fleece material in the shape of a lion. The big cat's round head has embroidered features and a loose fleece mane that matches the fringe on his floppy tail. When taking a break from play time, toddlers can curl up with their new friend for a short nap. 
― “Gund's baby blankets are always steady sellers,” Joe Berardoni, owner of Pun's Toy Shop in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly in June 2009.
― “We do well with Gund,” said Jeri Dorsey, buyer for Kits and Kaboodle in Carmel, Ind., when asked about his top-selling baby gifts in summer 2009.

With bright orange paint to capture the eye and smoothly polished wood in round shapes that invite little fingers, the Grrow-l rattle is a whimsical and friendly grasping toy. Made in Germany with non-toxic paints for the bright body and smiling face, the four discs that make up the bear's body click together when they move.
― “Haba everything goes well,” Cathy Albro, owner of Creative Learning Toys in Grand Rapids, Mich., told TDmonthly during a June 2009 survey of best-selling baby gifts.
― “Haba does really well for us,” said Dean Nelson, owner of Wizard Kids Toys in Toledo, Ohio.
― Four of 47 retailers named Haba as their top-selling brand of baby items in summer 2009.

In sturdy colored plastic, the Little Tuffies set includes a working dump truck, digger and cement truck that roll on free-moving wheels through indoor and outdoor play.
― Eleven percent of 47 retailers told TDmonthly in June 2009 that International Playthings supplies their top-selling baby gifts.

Made of soft fleece printed in a variety of colorful images, the Big Taggies is both a security blanket and a tactile activity for babies and toddlers. The 18” by 18” blanket is edged with 24 ribbon tags that will engage little ones' eyes and fingertips. Taggies are designed to provide warmth, sun protection or just plain comfort.
― “For babies, anything Taggies,” said Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys Books & Games in Oklahoma City, when asked about her best-selling baby gifts in June 2009.
― Five of 47 retailers said in summer 2009 that Taggies are their best-selling gift for babies.

5.5"L x 2"W x 5"H insulated Tote Bag. Includes Strap, Carabiner Hook, & for promotional purposes (2)Ice Packs.

These three animals, an ox, elephant and hippo, have embedded magnets that allow kids to mix and match their head and tail components. Each measures about 5" L x 3" D.

The front end loader from the ROADMAX series is a sturdy toy with a design suitable for small children with many realistic functions for playing fun. The transparent driver's cab that opens from above can be equipped with a play figure. Front and back end loader are fully functional and can be locked in position. The front shovel and the rear shovel can also be tilted or moved by operating the respective lever. Fold-out support legs ensure stability and soft tires complete the picture.

These nature-themed, gender-neutral wall cards are numbered one through 10. The images are made using recycled paper. The cards are designed to be educational, stylish and environmental from start to finish, using only 100-percent recycled materials and soy ink for the product and packaging. "Wall cards are known as an economical alternative to expensive wall art, which makes them the perfect product for families on a budget. And their versatility allows them to be individually framed, or simply tacked up to the wall!" Rebecca Peragine, CEO of Art and Philanthropy, told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2009.

The Rocking Caterpillar features a wooden base, a soft, plush seat and a squeaky red nose. The multi-colored fabric plush can be removed for easy cleaning.

organicKidz Stainless Steel Baby Bottles are a safe and practical alternative to plastic, aluminum and glass drinking containers.

The universal "dwink" box holder: designed to fit most individual drink boxes and pouches, including soy milk and extra small juice boxes! Made in the USA

These washable nursing pads are the comfortable, eco-conscious choice in nursing gear! OnGuard™ nursing pads are recommended by Lactation Consultants for their superior quality and affordability. They are available in 2 sizes and 2 styles: pure organic cotton or luxuriously soft organic merino wool. (Organic merino wool is antibacterial and absorbs up to 30% of its weight in moisture before feeling wet. It also keeps the breast warm during use helping to decrease the risk of nursing difficulties.)

This Organic Caboose® wool bag is an example of our innovative accessory items. This bag has detachable handles to fit around any stroller, door knob, or bathroom hook. It closes easily with velcro and is machine washable! We also offer a growing bedding line including baby blankets and mattress/puddle pads. The ideal accessory for organic crib mattresses!

This line of plush donkeys is stubbornly cute. Tomato comes in various sizes, but this one is 45 cm long.

These brightly colored, textured snaps with faces make a push, pull motor skill game for infants. Suitable for ages 6 months and up. Launch date: 2009.

Organic Caboose® reusable diapers, chosen a “Best Product”, is the affordable, convenient choice in cloth diapering. This Newborn Fitted Diaper utilizes 100% pure organic cotton, has elasticized legs and waist, secures with adjustable snaps and has a snap-down umbilicus for ultimate newborn comfort! Organic Caboose® diapering system also offers bamboo, organic merino wool and eco-fleece diapers covers, organic wipes, changing pads and more.