TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Infant & Toddler Product Category

Wimmer Ferguson Nursery Novel by MANHATTAN TOY

The soft nursery novel features classic development prints, crinkle paper flaps, a mirror and ribbon ties to close or attach to various play areas. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Wimmer Ferguson is known for its award winning products. All babies will love the Nursery Novel because of all its features." Launch date: 2010. 4/2/2010 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Cat in the Hat Thing 1 & Thing 2 Rattle by MANHATTAN TOY

This fun Dr. Seuss rattle has the Cat in the Hat's face on it. It features three colorful rings and is made of soft materials. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, calls it "a cool, easy for baby to hold rattle featuring the famous Dr. Seuss characters Thing 1 & Thing 2." Launch date: 2010. 4/2/2010 (Price: $10.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wimmer Ferguson Double-Feature Mirror by MANHATTAN TOY

One side features a mirror for self discovery, while the other side has high-contrast black and white graphics that help baby with visual and multi-sensory development. This toy has ribbon ties for easy attachment. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales at Manhattan Toy, told TDmonthly, "Wimmer Ferguson is known for it's award winning products and this is the only Wimmer Ferguson product of its kind." Launch date: 2010.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Platinum. 4/2/2010 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wimmer Ferguson Crawl & Discover Mat by MANHATTAN TOY

This play mat has many features for baby to discover, including flaps with reverse print graphics, fun textures and crinkle paper, plus a removable mirror, teethers and a pocket with a star shaped ring attaced. Manhattan Toy Manager of Marketing & Sales Julie Flann told TDmonthly, "This play mat is unique because it features the Wimmer Ferguson design, which specializes in infant and toddler development tools." Launch date: 2010.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Platinum. 4/2/2010 (Price: $40.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blooming Sprouts Bamboo Chick by MANHATTAN TOY

The Blooming Sprouts Collection is made from bamboo spun into a rayon fabric. They are then stuffed with corn fiber filling for a well-loved and slightly lumpy feel. Julie Flann, Manager of Marketing & Sales, told TDmonthly, "The Blooming Sprouts Bamboo Chick is super soft and has a unique simplistic style." Launch date: 2010. 4/2/2010 (Price: $18.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Flowering Tummy Garden by MANHATTAN TOY

The Little Bloom Flowering Tummy Garden playmat features a detachable prop pillow, crinkle paper, tree and flowers, a rattle doll, teether, mirror and clacking rings for baby. Launch date: 2010. 4/2/2010 (Price: $60.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Sweet Sounds Lantern by MANHATTAN TOY

Little Bloom's Sweet Sounds Lantern's beautiful colors and multi-fabric patterns make a lovely hanging display for baby's room. With just a pull on the little kitten, this musical lantern plays Brahm's Lullabye. This lantern features ribbons and a crinkle paper flower and will attach to most strollers and carriers. Launch date: 2010. 4/2/2010 (Price: $22.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Clothes by GLOBABY CO. LTD.

The products of Naturecolored are divided into two categories: organic cotton and natural colored cotton. All the organic cotton products meet IMO NOP and OCIA standards. Launch date: May 2, 2010. 4/2/2010 (Price: $100) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

StinkyKids Brand Tees by STINKYKIDS

StinkyKids Brand tees feature the colorful StinkyKids characters on the front of each shirt as well as the StinkyKids logo and motto, "Always be a leader of good," displayed on the back of the tee neckline. StinkyKids Brand tees are 100-percent cotton, and sizes range from infant to women's lX and come in white, light pink or baby blue. Each StinkyKids Brand tee comes with a matching trading card and collectible book mark. A portion of the profits is donated toward making cancer patients smile. Britt Menzies, CEO of StinkyKids told TDmonthly, "StinkyKids characters teach kids to 'Always be a leader of good' and learn from their childhood mistakes and mischievous little stinker behavior. Characters have an eye candy appeal and are very colorful and unique." Launch date: August 2006. 4/2/2010 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Protect-a-Bub Classic Sunshade by BABY JOGGER

Protect-a-Bub is a leader in sun and all weather protection products for strollers, joggers and car seats. The classic sunshade is the largest canopy style UV protective sunshade on the market and winner of an iParenting Media Award. It is made out of a specially-woven polyester microfiber that is breathable and doesn’t retain heat. The shade has mesh sides that reduce glare and promote air circulation. As is the case with all of Protect-a-Bub’s sunshade products, this shade has been tested and rated UPF 50+ and blocks 99 percent of the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays. The Classic Sunshade fits all strollers, joggers and car seats with a canopy and is available to for both single and twin strollers. 4/2/2010 (Price: $35) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Infant's Converter Gown by KISSY KISSY

This soft, simple cotton gown can be converted into a legged onesie by re-arranging the snaps around the leg. Great for changing weather or changing diapers, the gown is machine washable and sports elegant picot trimming around the hems.  The garment is available in three colors of embroidery detail: a green frog, pink hearts or a yellow duck.
— “Moms really like the quality and the designs,” said Vicky Davis, owner of Children's Prep in Atlanta, Ga., of Kissy Kissy.  In March 2010, Davis reported sales of around 30 pieces per day. 3/29/2010 (Price: $34.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Chibi Plush Zoo Babies by TREND LAB, LLC

Chibi is defined in the urban dictionary as a Japanese anime word describing endearingly cute little characters with oversized heads and big engaging eyes. These anime-influenced Chibi Zoo babies are made from soft 100% polyester velour, embellished with embroidery and filled with fluffy polyester fibers. They all have big black eyes and are approximately 10” tall. Each baby has his or her animal name in Japanese embroidered on the bottom of one foot. 3/25/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Blanket Gift Cakes by TREND LAB, LLC

This mini gift cake is a gift idea for expecting parents. Included in this mini gift cake is a soft, velour receiving blanket (30” x 40”) and 3 bibs with fun, modern prints on one side and terry on the other (9” x 13”).  Packaged in clear cellophane with ribbon and gift tag. 3/25/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Paisley Park Storage Caddy by TREND LAB, LLC

For all your baby storage needs. Removable "T" center separator for versatility. 8 Outer Pockets. Holds wipes, diapers, and more. Paisley Park Twill w/Paisley Park Stripe Twill Lining and Trim (13" x 9" x 6 1/4; Two 15" Handles). 3/25/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Knit Knacks Zoo Animals by BEBA BEAN INC.

Beba Bean's latest line of modern, clean and lovable animals. The adorable baby animals features an internal rattle. Animals include elephants Sami & Alex, giraffes Lenny & Moe, bears Franki & Billi, and lions Fred & Ted. 3/25/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pee-pee Teepee™, Li'l Monkey by BEBA BEAN INC.

The Pee-pee Teepee™ is an absorbent terry lined cotton flannel designed for newborn boys for use during a diaper change. Its cone shape allows it to fit between the thighs of baby, and is washable and reusable. 3/25/2010 (Price: $11.40) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Baby Stella - Baby Brother Sam by MANHATTAN TOY

Baby Stella has a new Baby Brother named Sam. Sam comes dressed in a blue and white striped onesy decorated with yellow trim and a dinosaur.  His pacifier matches the outfit and attaches magnetically to his mouth. Also includes a removable diaper. Launch date: 2010. 3/24/2010 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat Chair and Ottoman Set by TREND LAB, LLC

Trend Lab's velour chair with ottoman is styled and sized for toddlers. The chair has an embroidered Cat in the Hat and raised all-over star pattern. It's available in three colors: Olive, Red,and Blue. Chair dimensions are 18" H x 24" W x 17" D. Ottoman dimensions are 6.5” H x 12.5” W. Marketing Coordinator Marchelle Lyons of Trend Lab told TDmonthly, "Our new licensed Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat chairs have a unique star-embossed velour fabric that is stylish and super soft!" Launch date: September 2009. 3/24/2010 (Price: $139.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Trend Lab Pink Kitty Character Hooded Towel with Bath Mitt by TREND LAB, LLC

Trend Lab Pink Kitty Character Hooded Towel with Bath Mitt is made of 100-percent terry for softness. The towel measures 27" x 36" and fits young children up to 3T. Launch date: 2009. 3/24/2010 (Price: $24.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Trend Lab Soccer Ball Clock by TREND LAB, LLC

The Trend Lab Soccer Ball Clock has an 11" diameter. AA battery not included. "The unique design and look of our decorative clocks make it easy for parents to decorate their child's room," Marchelle Lyons, marketing coordinator for Trend Lab, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 3/24/2010 (Price: $19.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dr. Seuss ABC Bucket Hat by TREND LAB, LLC

This Dr. Seuss by Trend Lab ABC print bucket hat is great for the beach or any sunny day. It's available in infant and toddler sizes. Trend Lab's Marchelle Lyons told TDmonthly the "Dr. Seuss ABC scatter print design makes it fun and playful for your little one!" Launch date: December 2009. 3/24/2010 (Price: $7.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Rock-a-Thigh Baby by ROCK-A-THIGH BABY

USA-made and eco-friendly, Rock-a-Thigh Baby thigh-highs (a tights and legwarmer hybrid) are fashionable and functional socks designed to stay up and stay on. These stylish socks are for girls and boys, infants and children, starting at size 0-6 months. Rock-a-Thigh Baby President Jennifer Dutcher told TDmonthly, "Cuff design and ribbed panels make RTBs the Kiddie socks that rock and stay up on top!" Launch date: 2010. 3/24/2010 (Price: $14.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Organic Spf 30 Sun Cover by RAIN OR SHINE KIDS

For urban parents with babies on the go, RoSK provides attachable stroller gear that protect against the elements. The Sun Cover is made of 100-percent organic cotton and offers SPF 30 sun protection that lasts all day and doesn't need to be reapplied. Designed with lightweight cotton to not add warmth on hot days, the Sun Cover comes with RoSK signature ribbon ties for attaching to strollers, carriers, infant car seats, and more. It provides an alternative to chemical sunblocks on babies and children with sensitive skin. "The combination of the Sun Cover being made of organic cotton and SPF 30 makes this cover an original," Heather Correa, owner of Rain or Shine Kids, told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 28, 2010. 3/24/2010 (Price: $38.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mobile Baby Movement Monitors by PNEO

The Snuza & Respisense ranges of Baby Movement Monitors are designed to safely and accurately detect baby's belly movements. If movement isn't sensed for 20 seconds, an audible alarm is activated, allowing parents to check their baby. This system allows for "portable movement monitoring — monitor anywhere, anytime," Charlotte Wenham, Sales VP, Pneo LLC, told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2009. 3/24/2010 (Price: $159.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mimi's Diaper Bags by ELONKA NICHOLE DESIGNS LTD.

Elonka Nichole Designs presents a diaper bag that offers chic moms boutique style at an affordable price. This messenger style bag is made of 100-percent designer cotton prints. It includes two outside pockets for bottles and a cell phone, three inside pockets for all sorts of baby products, and a large strap that fits around strollers. "These products are made by hand in the USA of the highest quality material without being overpriced," Elonka Perez, Owner/Designer of Elonka Nichole Designs Ltd., told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2008. 3/24/2010 (Price: $75.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]