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ERGObaby acquires Orbit Baby

Kids Today Staff, February 14, 2012
Westport, Conn. - Compass Diversified Holdings, an owner of leading middle market businesses, announced last month that its subsidiary, The ER GObaby Carrier, acquired Orbit Baby for a purchase price of $17.5 million. More
The baby bust is over (for now)

Kids Today Staff, February 14, 2012
Do not believe the gloom and doom message emanating from some quarters of the juvenile products industry. It is true that the industry took a big hit as U.S. births fell more than 7 percent from 4.324 million births in 2007 to 4.007 million births in 2010. And it is also true that the fundamental economic drivers of American fertility - such as unemployment and consumer confidence - are doing poorly. More
Demdaco launches Nat & Jules baby collection

Kids Today Staff, February 13, 2012
Leawood, Kan. — Gift and home décor source Demdaco is launching Nat & Jules, its new juvenile plush and gift division, during Toy Fair this week. More
Las Vegas Market

Kids Today Staff, February 7, 2012
The 2012 Winter Las Vegas Market gets under way Jan. 30 - Feb 3, with youth furniture, accents, rugs and accessories all represented here. With 1,500 exhibitors spanning three buildings and four Market Destinations, buyers, designers and industry professionals will have a lot to see. The Vegas Kids section is an all-inclusive juvenile destination that joins the full spectrum of kid’s markets together for one convenient, opportunity-packed event, but there are many mainline manufacturers who also make youth. The following pages will give you a sneak-peak at some of the newest products set to make their debut in the entertainment capital of the world this winter. More
Bumbleride recalls Indie strollers

Kids Today Staff, February 6, 2012
WASHINGTON — Stroller maker Bumbleride is recalling more than 30,000 of its Indie and Indie Twin strollers because of issues with the front wheel. More
Ikea recalls high chairs linked to falls

Kids Today Staff, January 17, 2012
WASHINGTON — Ikea is recalling some of its Antilop high chairs followings concerns that the high chair's restraint buckle can open unexpectedly and pose a fall hazard. More
C.R. Gibson adds Jill McDonald line

Kids Today Staff, January 10, 2012
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — C.R. Gibson has partnered with artwork brand Jill McDonald, which will be part of the gift manufacturer's new kids category. More
Carolina Baby Company adds Oxo Tot line

Kids Today Staff, January 10, 2012
ATLANTA — Southeast-based rep showroom Carolina Baby Company has partnered with OXO Tot and will be showing the product line at the Atlanta gift market, which begins this week. More
Toy safety standard revised

Kids Today Staff, December 22, 2011
West Conshohocken, PA - ASTM International Committee F15 on Consumer Products has approved revisions to ASTM F963, Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety. If the CPSC agrees that the revisions improve safety, ASTM F963-11 will replace the 2008 version of the standard as federal law in 180 days. More
Eco-Distribution USA named U.S. distributor for BecoThings eco-friendly baby products

Kids Today Staff, December 6, 2011
Eco-Distribution USA, a U.S.-based distributor of eco-friendly baby and family products, has become the official U.S. distributor for BecoThings, a UK-based company that manufactures the award-winning BecoPotty and BecoStep. More
New AAP guidelines state bumpers should not be used

Jane Kitchen, October 18, 2011
The American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines on safe sleep for babies at its National Conference & Exhibition here today that included a recommendation against crib bumpers. More
Kids II Recognized with Inc. 5000 "Fastest Growing Private Companies" Award

Kids Today Staff, October 18, 2011
Juvenile products manufacturer Kids II has been awarded a position on Inc. Magazine's 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies for a second consecutive year. More
Entrepreneur Mom Grows Company With Problem-Solving Products

Jane Kitchen, September 30, 2011
An idea is born: In 2005, when Sari Crevin's son was just learning to use a sippy cup, he first had a hard time holding on to it. Then he mastered the holding on part but realized just how enjoyable it was to throw the cup from the high chair, stroller, or anywhere else. More
ABC Preview

Kids Today Staff, September 30, 2011
Put your walking shoes on, because this is one big show, and the move to Louisville this year means the entire show will be on one floor at the Kentucky Exposition Center. More
Five Best New Product Awards Presented at NYIGF's Baby & Child

Kids Today Staff, September 30, 2011
NEW YORK - Five companies have received Baby & Child Best New Product Awards, with Manny & Simon receiving the "Blogger's Best" distinction for its collection of eco-friendly, wooden push toys in vehicle shapes. More
Australian Gear Company QuickSmart Makes U.S. Debut

Jane Kitchen, September 30, 2011
Melbourne, Australia - Australian gear company QuickSmart is making its U.S. debut at the ABC Expo this month with a line of strollers, high chairs, travel bassinets and ride-on toys. More
Mary Meyer named manufacturer and distributor of Taggies and distributor of RhinoToys

Kids Today Staff, September 6, 2011
Mary Meyer will take over the manufacturing and distribution of products formally made by Taggies, Inc. in the specialty retail channel, effective immediately. The company has also been named the distributor in specialty retail for Rhino Toys, maker of the popular infant ball, Oball. More
Manhattan Baby Twirlla rattles recalled

Kids Today Staff, September 6, 2011
Manhattan Group has recalled about 3,300 Twirlla wooden trattes from its Manhattan Baby line. The toy's U-shaped parts can break, posing a choking hazard. More
Spanish manufacturer Lékué forms U.S. subsidiary, Lékué USA

Kids Today Staff, August 30, 2011
Lékué, the Spanish manufacturer of creative, colorful kitchen products, has formed a United States subsidiary, Lékué USA, that will make its debut at the ABC Expo next month. More
Carousel Designs sponsoring Atlanta baby shower for 40 expecting military moms

Kids Today Staff, August 30, 2011
Baby bedding company Carousel Designs is sponsoring a baby shower honoring expecting military moms. The event will be hosted by Operation Shower in conjunction with The TOUR Championship by Coca-Cola, and will be held at historic East Lake Golf Club outside Atlanta on September 21, 2011. More

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