Media Releases Announcing New Honorees

March 2024

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HappyKids, powered by Future Today, is the #1 AVOD kids and family-themed channel. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, HappyKids has seen record-breaking growth and momentum, reaching over 25 million global downloads. Over the last two years, HappyKids’ user base has grown 155%, and watch time has increased 150%. With this engagement, along with a content library of more than 60,000 curated videos, HappyKids has cemented its position as the dominant player in its market.

Little Helper™ Kid’s Aprons are made of a double-layered durable cotton/broadcloth for cooking, baking, gardening, and art projects! With 2 size options to choose from and an adjustable neck strap, they are great for all kids ages 3 to 12. The aprons offer easy care – machine wash tumble dry – and come in a fun variety of patterns for both for girls and boys.

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February 2024

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Designed and developed by UK baby swimwear specialist Splash About, the new Happy Nappy is the most reliable, reusable swim diaper on the market today due to its distinctive ergonomic shape.

With the Baketivity Cake Pop Baking Kit, you get an all-in-one baking activity for your kids! It’s a complete experience- no need to find recipes, shop for exotic ingredients, or measure them. Just pop the ingredients into a bowl and voila! delicious cake pops.

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January 2024

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Brilliant Star Online empowers kids aged 8–12 to see themselves as world citizens and to use their character strengths to uplift their communities and the world. This responsive, dynamic, and safe website complements Brilliant Star magazine with a wide assortment of fun and educational materials to access on mobile devices, desktops, or laptops. Our content appeals to diverse learning styles while addressing timely themes in age-appropriate ways.

Freestyle Hyper Absorbent Diapers are 29% better at protecting against skin rash, thanks to BambooTek. Made from organic bamboo pulp — a US first — our diapers absorb more, protect better, and are softer than the #1 brand.

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December 2023

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Tired of waking up at night? Tealbee Dreamsuit is sleep sack designed for toddlers, early walkers who trip and fall in their traditional sacks, and blanket kickers who wake up from the cold at night.

The creator of Ellie Baby Pro Monitor went through the difficulties of being a parent after his second kid was born. The concept of using AI vision technology—which focuses on research—to infant care emerged throughout the course of daily child care. Together, with the team, we created the ground-breaking Ellie Baby Pro Monitor AI baby camera. By enabling parents to spend quality time with their children while they are away from home and by offering clever and secure care at home, the device is intended to assist parents lessen the stress that comes with being parents.

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November 2023

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ABCs Singing the Sounds Courses are interactive online courses designed to teach children, aged 3-9 years, the sounds of the ABCs in a fun and engaging way. The courses utilizes music and visual aids to help children learn and remember the phonics sounds along with fun worksheets. The courses consist of video lessons that cover all the sounds of the ABCs. After each lesson in the video, there is a repetition segment where the content is repeated.

KidsBeeTV is a digital platform dedicated to providing a safer and more positive alternative to YouTube for children. It was created by Parents and University researchers who recognized the challenges parents face due to the pervasive influence of YouTube on their kids. KidsBeeTV is designed to address the issues of screen time, anxiety, and developmental concerns.
The platform offers a wide range of age-appropriate content curated by specialists, including cartoons, songs, stories, and learning videos, as well as fun and educational games that cover different topics like: creativity, ABC and vocabulary, numbers, counting, shapes, music, memory development and more.

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October 2023

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Introducing the innovative Bath Kneeler and Elbow Rest Pad: Enjoy ultimate comfort during bathtime with our plush 2-inch memory foam kneeler and elbow rest. Stay organized with 4 breathable toy pockets. Designed for safety, our quick-dry neoprene, strong suction cups, and anti-slip base ensure stability. Effortless maintenance with machine washability and quick drying options. Elevate your baby’s bath experience with this practical and stylish solution.

Pregnacare Him&Her Conception: A comprehensive dual pack for couples to help support a healthy conception when trying for a baby. Specially formulated with nutrients – including zinc which contributes to normal male and female reproductive health. From Pregnacare – the UK’s No.1 pregnancy supplement brand.

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September 2023

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Momcozy M5 Wearable Breast Pump weighs only 230g (single), it’s small and discreet and perfect for working moms who want to be able to pump without interruptions while at work. The “Baby Mouth” design ensures horizontal angle pumping, simulating a baby’s sucking and giving moms the most care. 

The Funsicle BodyHug Lounge can be the best hug of your life. It is the ideal inflatable pool float to help moms reset and unwind while staying completely dry above the water. Designed with ultimate comfort in mind, it cradles your body in a cozy embrace – so you can fully recline and soak up the sun as the kids play in the pool. 

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August 2023

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Bubbles and Friends is an educational animated show for kids, brought to you by the educational experts of The Learning Experience®️. Join Bubbles and Friends on their adventures through Happyville as they explore and learn language, literacy, critical thinking, basic mathematical concepts, social emotional skills and so much more. Bubbles the Elephant will keep your toddler entertained with fun stories for children, nursery rhymes and original kids songs!

Never worry about over-heating with Momssy Portable Bottle Warmer‘s real-time display of temperature. Even warming technology carefully preserves nutrients in breastmilk and formula. 330ml large capacity bottle allows brewed several times and 15ml precision accurate volume regulation.

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July 2023

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Have fun with Tibbar the rabbit playing My Fun Day activity board to learn the months of the year, days of the week, the four seasons, and telling time. Using the colorful wooden board and 13 activity disks, My Fun Day helps children ages 3 and up build awareness of the key elements in their daily world while strengthening fine motor skills.

The COŸA is CYBEX’s first-ever ultra-compact Platinum travel stroller that weighs in at just 14.6lbs. Created specifically for fashionable parents, it features a keen attention to excellence and represents the ideal choice for those who want an iconic stroller perfected for traveling in style.

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June 2023

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Parents often have to settle for undesirable options when they can’t find any changing table in public. After their own frustrations, a mom of two from Goodyear, AZ invented an innovative solution for this problem that has long plagued parents. Chikiroo Wearable Changing Station is a wearable baby changing station that attaches to your body and folds out into a clean, safe and sturdy surface for diaper changes on the go.

Kangaroo Cravings improves reading fluency, word recognition, memory, concentration, and self-esteem by helping children learn over 300 high-frequency sight words. High-frequency word instruction helps increase a child’s ability to read with both speed and ease.

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May 2023

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Go-Glow is the first-ever wearable light-up clothing for kids. Comfortable, machine washable, and uniquely fun! As the PatPat branded flagship series of 2023, Go-Glow is launching in April 2023 with 23 different light-up styles, including jackets, skirts, dresses, shirts, and accessories for kids aged 3 to 8 years old, starting at $25. More styles will be launched this year.

Make 3 beautiful, decorative mosaics with the National Geographic Mosaic Craft Kit! These dazzling creations are so much fun to make and are great to display or give as gifts! This fun craft activity makes it easy for kids to learn the art of mosaic-making at home. They’ll start by creating a mosaic design with the assorted glass tiles in the kit. They can use one of the included templates or let their artistic side shine with their own unique design!

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April 2023

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Mother’s Milk® was inspired by a Traditional European Medicine combination passed through generations of women, this time-tested formula incorporates fennel, anise, coriander, fenugreek, and blessed thistle to create a breastfeeding tea that helps promote lactation.* Moms have been trusting our nursing tea to help feed their little ones for over four decades.
Recommended by lactation consultants, Mother’s Milk® Lactation Tea nurtures you so you can nourish your baby.

A gripping baby is a happy baby. Keep your baby busy feeding with Bottle Buddies’s stretchable band that incorporates plush animal toys onto the bottle for your baby to explore, exercise their grip and play. Complete with Baby Bottle Band, two attachable Elephant plush and two attachable handles. This starter kit is the perfect gift for expecting and new mothers.

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March 2023

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The Otter Pediatric bathing chair provides support and safety for children while bathing. The Otter has an angle adjustable seat and backrest to accommodate each individual’s positioning needs. The legs are slip-resistant for safety and can raise the chair an additional 7″. The chair has height and width adjustable lateral supports that can be used for positioning the head or trunk.

Swim inside a colorful 3D aquarium world with the Funsicle 8 ft 3D Fun QuickSet Pool. Just put on the included 3D goggles and watch how ocean animals instantly come to life through vivid, intriguing 3D graphics for exploratory underwater fun. Designed with an inflatable top ring, this above ground pool makes setup a breeze and is ready for water in just minutes. Simply inflate the top ring, fill the pool with water, and watch as it quickly rises. It is a great way to introduce children to aqua adventures and have fun with imagination.

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February 2023

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Featuring 1080p full HD camera, a 5” large clear display, 2x and 4x zoom capabilities, a non-wifi and hack-proof system, 360°all-round field of view, and a long battery life of around 11.5 hours with display on, or up to 22 hours with display off, Momcozy Video Baby Monitor gives parents peace of mind while making their jobs easier and smarter. It is the perfect way for new parents to feel reassured when they can’t be around their baby 24/7.

Kids of all ages will love Bene Bear™, The Bear With A Purpose! Bene Bear (short for benevolence) teaches kids about being kind, helping others, being respectful, and giving back to others. When a child shows kindness, is respectful, helps others, gives to others, or shows concern for others’ feelings, they will put a token in Bene Bear’s token slot. Every token earned can stay in Bene Bear’s token pouch until they are ready to be used again or traded in for a reward from a parent or grandparent.

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January 2023

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When your kid has temper tantrums, everyone is miserable. Happypillar ends tantrums and reduces parent stress. We’re a digital therapeutic app that provides evidence-proven behavioral intervention, leveraging machine learning and the expertise of in-demand but expensive and waitlisted clinical play therapists to offer real-time personalized feedback. Happypillar is available in the App Store, with Android launching soon.

Developed to modernize and personalize the Griö Baby Bottles – The Sense Me System “one-size-fits-all” baby bottle by blending rich ideas from passionate care takers, developmental specialists, and medical professionals around the world. This innovative system creates sensory experiences to maximize engagement and to increase milk consumption; while constructing an enjoyable feeding routine that is especially tailored for you and your baby.

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December 2022

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A cozy and plush inflatable floor lounger that can be taken anywhere–indoors or outdoors! With a non-slip bottom and a soft fabric top, the BigMouth Inflat-A-Pal is not only cute (with 4 different characters) but soft and comfy to lounge on by the fire place, in a tent on the grass or even as a decor piece in your room. With a large valve for easy inflation, the BigMouth Inflat-A-pals inflate to about 3 feet wide but can easily be deflated to fold up and fit into a basket or on the shelf. It’s the cutest and softest lounge accessory we have.

Kids Sonder Agriculture Unboxed is the best comprehensive agriculture education box for kids 8-12 bringing agriculture science to your doorstep! Inspiring kids to learn about the science of agriculture and encouraging lifelong learning. Kids Sonder Agriculture Unboxed provides you with up to 12+ agriculture science boxes- educational curriculum provided.

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November 2022

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Ortiz Smart Baby Mattress is an innovative baby product designed to comfort babies. It provides scientific and gentle swing, which is perfect for parents who want to provide their babies with a comfortable and safe sleeping solution.This product includes two components: a control box and a mattress with built-in airbags. The swing of the mattress is achieved by the height difference between the inflation and deflation of the airbags

GiiKER Super Slide is an interactive game console for sliding puzzles. Follow the LED to set a game, the goal is to shift the big square block to the automatic detection zone. on the central bottom. Playing through 500+ leveled-up built-in games, young players can develop their spatial reasoning and planning skills. It combines learning mode and time-limited challenge mode. There is a mobile app with the same name that provides challenge solutions and an online game simulator.

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October 2022

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Every parent knows how challenging it can be to maintain smiles, giggles, and a sense of calm. Despite the endless options of teething products on the market, our founders couldn’t find teething solutions as safe, effective, or as adorable as the baby using them. Introducing The SoothiPop Teether – Designed with love right here in The US by a mother and father duo, this Medical Grade Silicone teether is the most functional teether and the safest teether on the market.

Calcium forms the building blocks that keep bones and teeth strong and healthy and Calcium is especially important for growing children and teenagers. The product has a simple and clean ingredient list, contains no added sugar and is sweetened with Xylitol, proven to protect children’s teeth from dental decay. Inne® Liquid Calcium with Magnesium is a proprietary formulation which supports and builds the necessary foundation for proper growth and development in a natural way.

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September 2022

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Mabel’s Labels Daycare Label Pack is the best way to get organized before sending your little one off to daycare for the first time. These baby labels are waterproof, dishwasher safe and laundry safe and are perfect for labeling baby bottles, sippy cups, bibs, soothers, clothes, shoes and much more. Avoid germy mix-ups and lost or misplaced items by using these daycare labels on all your baby’s things.

Education.com is the leading online education resource center for kids in preK through eighth grade. With a comprehensive Learning Library of more than 35,000 educator-created digital and printable learning resources, Education.com helps children learn, grow, and thrive.

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August 2022

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Just Shoes for Kids offer a selection of stylish footwear, clothing, accessories, and toys for children ranging in age from newborn to big kid. Brands featured include Igor, Old Soles, Hoo Shoes, My Brooklyn, and Livie & Luca, among others. For every pair of shoes purchased, Just Shoes for Kids donates 1% of net profit to the ELIJA Foundation for autism outreach.

Meet the gorgeous light-weight Lily Jade Caroline Diaper Bag. Our luxurious vegan leather with enhanced durability and plush stain and water-resistant liner make this one a show stopper. Her vertical shape and wide exterior side pockets make for the chicest designed and most user-friendly faux leather bag available. Caroline’s ergonomic, permanently anchored, padded vegan leather back straps disappear completely, zipped up in the back and tucked in at the bottom. She’s yours to carry as a classic tote, “From Babies to Business” in seconds.

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July 2022

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Dr. Eddie’s Happy Cappy Medicated Shampoo and Body Wash, known as “A Pediatrician’s Solution,” fights flaking, redness, itching, scaling, and irritation on the scalp and skin for children of all ages. These bothersome symptoms are known as dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. 1 in 3 children under the age of 5 are affected by this condition.

Engineered for children ages 5 to 8, the McLaren Scooter McS02 is appointed with an adjustable t-bar, anti-slide surface, back brake, and stylish wheels. Max weight 130 Lbs (60 kg). Anti-slide surface on the deck for safe travels in any conditions. Back brake allows for instant stopping so little ones can remain safe no matter where their adventures may take them. McLaren Senna-Inspired Wheel Design gives little ones the same luxury feeling adults experience when they look at the outside of a McLaren vehicle.

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June 2022

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Keep your little one sipping safely at any age with Green Sprouts’ Sprout Ware® Sip & Straw Pocket, made from silicone and plants. The Sprout Ware® plant-plastic collar & travel cap are made from an innovative bio-based material that replaces petroleum plastics, and is tested for harmful chemicals such as PVC and hormone-disrupting BPA, BPS, BPF, BFDGE, NOGE or BADGE additives. The Sip & Straw Pocket pouch is made from 100% LFGB-certified food-grade silicone that is soft, lightweight, and easy to squeeze. 

Bebi Toddlers is the subscription-based educational app for toddlers with a freemium model. The app consists of educational mini-games, puzzles, fairytales, and other content, some of which are accessible for free. With a monthly or yearly subscriptions, users can access all the games and activities in the app. On an incorrect answer or an action, kids are prompted with friendly voice to try again, so that the young learners won’t be discouraged, this is maybe one of the main features why our players enjoy our games so much.

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May 2022

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Ilado Baby Swaddle Blanket is inspired by the tradition of swaddling, practiced for thousands of years by mothers around the world. It gently hugs your baby, providing a feeling of snugness and reassurance.
The Baby Swaddle Cocoon is crafted with the utmost care in our workshop in Portugal. This knitted cocoon is made of superfine Merino yarn, perfectly suited for delicate baby skin.

Kids Good Stuff is nutritional support that growing bodies need. It contains great stuff that you won’t get from capsules or gummy vitamins and contains a base of 11 fruits and vegetables, along with pea protein. Our child-friendly blend is fortified with prebiotics, probiotics, calcium, and 20+ other vitamins and minerals to support immunity, digestion, concentration, eyesight, and growth.

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April 2022

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Aeroflow Urology helps parents obtain diapers, pull-ups, and additional continence care supplies through their child’s Medicaid benefits! We offer a wide selection of high-quality products and ship supplies in discreet packaging directly to your door each month.

OLIKA’s Ultra-Hydrating Hand Sanitizer is backed by science and crafted with only conscious ingredients. The sanitizer is formulated with hyaluronic acid, aloe, glycerin and natural antioxidants to provide 24 hours of hand hydration and is effective against 99.9% of germs. Free of harmful chemicals and toxins.

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March 2022

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The Babagoose Baby Throw has a patented pocket on the reverse side for keeping a teether, pacifier, small kleenex, etc; the Babagoose Baby Throw is smaller in size, which was designed specifically for strollers. A small soft tie is attached within the pocket, and attaches to a pacifier with a small velcro tab. That quieting stroll around the block is easier than ever with the Babagoose Baby Throw.

Organic Baby Probiotic Drops are safe and gentle organic probiotic drops for a baby’s immune and digestive health. Helps with occasional digestive upset, gas, constipation and colic to soothe fussiness and crying. Organic and Vegan.

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February 2022

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Weighing only 13 lbs., the Quid Stroller is the ultimate stroller for families on the go. Maneuver city streets, local neighborhoods, or even airplane travel with an ultra-compact design. Quid stroller doesn’t compromise baby’s comfort, thanks to padded cushions, multi-position recline, and adjustable leg rest. Adjustable leg rest allows for continued leg support as your little one grows. Thanks to its multi-point suspension system & durable wheels, the Quid can smoothly carry your child across various terrains.

Tushbaby Hip Carrier is a strap-free ergonomic hip seat that evenly distributes your baby’s weight, so you can carry your little one longer and more comfortably. Approved by both pediatricians and orthopedists, the memory foam-lined seat provides optimal comfort and hip health for little ones, while the supportive belt (with additional padding, lumbar support, and high-quality double safeguard closure) evenly distributes baby weight and reduces painful spine curvature in parents and grandparents alike.

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January 2022

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Happi Tummi® is an award-winning external herbal waistband. Simply warm it, wrap it and watch it work. The patented herbal pouch works its magic through a proprietary blend of aromatic antispasmodic herbs— all sourced from the country of origin. The combination of this plush waistband, in green (available in other colors) and herbal pouch instantly clams your fussy baby suffering from gas, colic, constipation, and acid reflux.

TIMIO is a screen-free, interactive and educational audio player that grows with kids from infancy into grade school while developing their vocabularies and imaginations. Learn the alphabet, numbers, colours and shapes, listen to stories, music and sounds. All this in 8 languages!

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December 2021

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The Cherish Baby Care Electric Nail Trimmer is the perfect solution to safely trimming your little one’s nails. The baby nail trimmer allows you to gently file your babies finger and toe nails. With 4 filing disks, a 2 speed filer, and convenient storage case, you’ll be fully prepared to trim and buff your baby’s nails in no time. The filing pads are color coded according to the age of your child. Pink is for 0-3 months, blue is 3-6 months, yellow is 6-12 months, and orange is for 12+ months. Replacement pads are available for purchase.

Believe Diapers are the only premium quality, blowout-proof, crazy-absorbent, sensitive-skin safe, planet-friendly bamboo diapers that give back. The only diaper company with a true 1 to 1. You buy one, we donate one to U.S. families in need.

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November 2021

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Go short! Go Long! No matter where you go, it’s always the perfect throw! Introducing the All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback – the most accurate quarterback on earth! Programmed with the skill, timing and accuracy of a pro quarterback, the All-Pro Passer throws a perfect spiral every time! With nine different passing zones, it launches the ball over 25 yards. Play one-on-one, three-on-three or with as many players as you want. You can even practice catching on your own! Perfect for the park or backyard, the All-Pro Passer lets you practice hundreds of plays. Just select your play, then press hike, slant, post, short or long. Football included.

Lactation Formula No. 2 – Milk Flow is a fenugreek-free blend to support and enrich breast milk supply and flow with a potent combination of nutrient-rich galactagogue herbs*: oatstraw, milk thistle, fennel, and chastetree. This supplement is Certified Vegan by the American Vegetarian Association and made without gluten, dairy, soy, fish, nuts, or GMOs. It also comes in fully recyclable packaging.

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October 2021

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Drawing Games Learning Kids 2 from Bini Bambini is a unique app where kids are inspired to learn by drawing. In our app, drawing gets children excited even for letters and numbers! In preschoolers, drawing plays an important role in the development of the right side of the brain. As they draw, children process information in multiple ways, such as with their eyes and body, as well as emotionally. We created the Drawing Academy app with all this in mind.

The new Jooki 2 Bluetooth screen-free speaker is the first kids’ music/story player with Spotify music and audiobook streaming featuring Jooki’s patented NFC-enabled ToyTouch® Technology that lets kids use figurines or tokens to operate Jooki with no screens or parent supervision needed. Guided by Montessori education principles, the award-winning Jooki connects through WiFi and Bluetooth, helping parents empower their children to develop creativity and emotional awareness through their own access to a wide range of pre-selected songs, music, and stories. Now lower cost, faster, and lighter, Jooki is magic at a kid’s fingertips!

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September 2021

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GoZen! creates online social and emotional learning programs loved by kids ages 6-15, parents, professionals, and schools. Our mission is to reach 1 million kids with skills to transform stress, anxiety, worry, anger, perfectionism, negativity, and social worry into POWER in the year 2021! We don’t help kids manage challenging feelings, we help them transform them into confidence, courage, and resilience! We’re basically emotional alchemists.

ClypX’s® comfiGO is an extremely comfortable and convenient car booster seat that will work in any car with a lap and shoulder seat belt system. It’s not only perfect for everyday use, but also easy to use for travel. comfiGO’s shoulder guide smoothly adjusts the car’s seat belt to your child’s height, and our patented, stretchable, and adjustable lap belt band keeps the vehicle’s lap belt section low on the hips even when your child tries to slouch. comfiGO’s safety has been confirmed by the results of crash tests carried out by independent institutes, and is FMVSS 213 certified for use in the US. comfiGO is suitable for children ages 4 – 12, weighing over 40 lbs, and between 40 to 57 inches tall. It’s widely accepted by all kids, and especially by older children.

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August 2021

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The Potty Map is the perfect way to track your baby’s potty training progress! Just log when and where your baby potties and keep track of your baby’s progress as they begin learning how to use the toilet like a big kid!

Skip the stores and get crafting with your all-in-1 Flower Pot Kit from Pinwheel Crafts! Bursting with 53 pieces, your kid’s flower kit lets you decorate 3 personalized pots that display anything you desire from flowers to herbs and pencils to crayons. Use your set’s templates to create bumblebee, butterfly, or ladybug pots—or let your imagination loose!

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July 2021

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Combining scientific design and feedback from moms, we designed the Momcozy Hands-Free Nursing and Pumping Bra that quickly became the top 1 best seller on Amazon. Its stretchy yet breathable fabric holds the suction cups of the pump securely for you to pump comfortably. In addition, if you’ve reached breastfeeding guru status and you’re able to pump and nurse simultaneously, the bra has a clasp to allow easy access for your hungry baby.

#1 Ranked, Multi-Award Winning, HandsOn Gloves are the Revolutionary All-In-One Shedding/Bathing/Grooming Gloves. Animal preferred for the loving HandsOn massage. Horses, Dogs, Cats, Livestock and more don’t even know they are being groomed or de-shed with the patented HandsOn Gloves. HandsOn outperforms traditional curry combs, bathing mitts, shedding blades, metal bristles, and any de-shedder on the market. HandsOn is changing the way we Bathe, De-Shed and Groom all our animals. Forever.

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June 2021

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An easy-clean, antimicrobial sheet helps prevent the spread of bacteria and odor-causing germs for a fresh, more sanitary sleeping area for infants. The Kolcraft Healthy Lite is portable, lightweight, and folds up compactly!

Green sprouts® Sprout Ware® Sip & Straw Cup made from Plants is an innovative children’s sippy cup made from plant plastic, offering a safer alternative to petroleum-based plastic. Sprout Ware® plant-plastic is a natural, renewable resource made from plants, with the same durability and functionality as traditional plastics, but does not contain hormone-disrupting BPA, BPS, BPF, BFDGE, NOGE, or BADGE additives.

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May 2021

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The performance-inspired Ryder FlexiRun Gray is built for play and style. Minimalist and ultra-lightweight, the Ryder features soft, supple lining to avoid skin irritation and a removable sockliner to keep feet fresh. PU strap and heel overlays add support and durability for all his or her activities.

A patented and award-winning soft protective headgear designed for toddlers learning to walk to help protect them from bumps, bruises and falls from their own height when they are unsteady on their feet. Now instead of constantly having to cruise behind unsteady walkers, SafeheadBABY gives your little one the confidence they need and the freedom they deserve to explore their newly discovered surroundings without the fear of them injuring their head.

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April 2021

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Meet the all-in-one breast pump that fits in your bra and goes where you go. Our patented, no-spill technology lets you pump smarter and fully hands-free. More comfort. More control. And 20% more milk. Willow® Wearable Breast Pump Generation 3 is the only in-bra pump that gives you the flexibility to pump directly into spill-proof storage bags (24 included with Pump Kit) or reusable Containers (sold separately).

The Snüg has all the advantages of the envelopment and comfort of the baby wrap but does away with the knotting techniques. It’s a ready-to-wear baby wrap, ideal for skin-to-skin, cozy, comfortable, and ergonomic babywearing.

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March 2021

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Combining everyday life with imagination, Playtime By Eimmie’s Grocery Store Stand Playset is the perfect addition to any doll collection.! This pretend play grocery store set includes: Eimmie Mart shopping bag, play money & cash register for kids. Grocery items: canned goods, fruit, cake mix, milk, flour, pancake mix, orange juice, sugar, cereal, pasta, dog food, laundry soap, fabric softening, open/closed sign for lane.

Point Salad is a multi-award winning game by designers Molly Johnson, Robert Melvin, and Shawn Stankewich. It is a fast and fun card-game for the whole family! Players work on building the highest scoring salad then can with a mix of salad components and point scoring formulas. With over 100 ways to score points, each game is different and will have players wanting to play “one more time” over and over again! This product makes a great game for families that game together or for kids age 14+.

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February 2021

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Now even better! The Contours Options Elite V2 stroller features all the great features that parents love including reversible seats, one-hand reclining seats, adjustable leg rests, zippered extensions on both canopies for more coverage, side access to the extra-large storage basket and a parent cupholder…plus a few new great features like the height-adjustable handle, quilted seats, and an improved easy-lift seat design to make it even easier to reverse the seats while on the go. 

Hungry Bins is a classification game that introduces children to how to recycle and compost. Children discover different types of materials and learn to recognize their respective collection bins. To make the matching process easier, each token features the color of the corresponding bin.

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January 2021

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Mama, meet AVYN. The first nursing bra you will actually want to wear. Designed by moms with a fierce anti-frump attitude, AVYN Nursing Bras simplify breastfeeding with a clean, one-handed, pull-down design and buttery soft 4-way stretch fabric. Plus, it’s got moisture-wicking technology to keep you dry from barre to brunch. The best part? AVYN Bras are built to support you through postpartum and beyond, because let’s face it, motherhood is a marathon, not a sprint.

Tanoshi Scholar was created to provide a brighter future for all kids. Every child should have the opportunity to develop 21st-century computer skills needed to excel in today’s school environment – such as typing, familiarity with common productivity apps including Google Docs and Sheets, and coding. However, millions of kids, especially from lower-income households and school districts, do not have the same opportunities as those from more affluent families and school districts, resulting in a homework gap..

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December 2020

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Watch a bloom of “jellyfish” elegantly “swim,” as you learn more about these amazing and unusual ancient animals with the Smithsonian Jellyfish Tank. Learn about different species, how big they grow, what they eat, how they sting, and more! This LED-lit tank is a colorful, mesmerizing, and educational addition to any room.

Galaxy Kids is an English language learning platform with a focus on speaking designed by language learning experts, psychologists, and leading software engineers.  What will you learn? With 7 levels of content containing more than 400 lessons and 2000 interactive activities, you will learn to converse in a natural environment about real-life situations.

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November 2020

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No ordinary toy basket, the patent-pending Creative QT SlideAway® Basket stops the spread of toy clutter. Kids love having an identified play space and we know they’re going to pour out their toys to play. Give them the space to find what they are looking for and still have it easy to clean up! Pour toys right onto the integrated play mat, and let little imaginations run wild without a wild mess. To clean up, lift the built-in handles to quickly slide toys out of sight. Our stylish basket with matching lid measures 12″ tall with a 15″ diameter, including a 52” built-in, durable play mat with a 3” lip to keep toys contained. Perfect for building bricks, magnetic building toys, dress up dolls, toy cars, and more. Never step on painful toys again! Available in 4 patterns.

Reading Eggs is the multi-award winning learning program that helps children learn to read. Based on scientific research and designed by experienced elementary teachers, it’s proven to help kids learn to read using interactive reading games, guided reading lessons, fun activities, and over 2,500 digital storybooks.

October 2020

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The Imagination Art Set is a portable art studio that features plenty of tools you can take anywhere! This inspiring art set contains 115 pieces in a colorful carrying case including 14 Super Tips Markers, 15 Short Colored Pencils, 14 Pip Squeaks Skinnies Markers, 56 Crayons, 15 Large Sheets of Paper. Also built into the case are 3 Rubbing Plates to create cool textured effects.

Fish Club is a classic two player abstract strategy game with a modern twist. Two families of fish are going head to head for the best spot in the new aquarium! On your turn, choose one of your fish pieces and drop it. Be careful as pieces bounce in unexpected directions and sea creatures try to block the fish from forming a group! The first player to connect 5 of their fish in the aquarium wins the game.

September 2020

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The Kindred Bravely Eleanora Bamboo Maternity & Nursing Lounge Dress is designed to wear before, during, and after your pregnancy. This airy lounge dress is made of super-soft, premium bamboo fabric. Lightweight and breathable with a relaxed fit, it’s perfect for warmer weather (or hot flashes!). The fabric stretches with you throughout your pregnancy, and the nursing panel makes it easy to feed your little one at home or on the go. And, yes, it has pockets. Pockets! You might love it so much, you’ll never want to take it off — and since this two-in-one dress doubles as a nightgown, you won’t have to!

We talk a lot about the environment, but do we talk about how our relationship with animals is crucial in protecting our environment? The Seaper Powers Connecting to Animals album talks about our connection to animals, making friends, and how important it is to accept people for their differences. Sing along to Tropical House sounds, Reggae Beats, Calypso Rhythms, Jazzy notes and colorful vocals featuring Kim Cameron, and friends.

August 2020

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The KidCover™ is a unique, innovative and patent pending product that combines the best features of a bib and smock to ensure your child’s clothing is protected from messy foods and art projects. The KidCover™ is a fun, functional and fashionable product that lets your child make a mess without causing you to stress. The large pocket catches falling food and liquids that always seem to miss your child’s mouth.

No animal dances more adorably than Jiggly Pup! Watch him walk, bark, and dance! It walks moving his funny tail to the rhythm of its catchy tune! Already available in the market, this electronic friend barks and plays music when you tap his head. They are soft, covered with smooth TPR and they have the cutest little face. Listening to their catchy tune will make many of us dance. The product is assorted in 5 different colors!

July 2020

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Our UV baby bottle sterilizer and dryer keeps your BABY SAFE and HEALTHY. It’s a hospital strength UV Sterilizer for your own home. Unlike traditional sterilizers, ours requires no cleaning or descaling, and doesn’t harbor mold or rust. It sterilizes virtually anything in just 11 minutes – Baby bottles, teethers, soft toys, or toothbrushes are fully sterilized in no time. The unique Storage cycle keeps items sterilized for up to 3 days and our drying cycle ensuring your bottles are ready to use whenever you need them.

Roybi Robot provides children 3+ with a personalized education based on their individual learning pace and interests, setting the foundation for a successful future. With over 500 lessons, including language learning, basic STEM, stories, games, and songs, Roybi Robot uses the power of AI to create a fun and interactive learning experience for children.

June 2020

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VitaWorks Omega 3 for Kids Chocolate Vitamin Chew are GMO-Free and offer children a great tasting milk chocolate flavored Treat. The Omega 3 bite has 150mg of DHA & EPA. They are GREAT TASTE FOR PICKY EATERS as they offer a Melt-In-Your-Mouth Milk experience for Finicky Eaters of All Ages. The vitamins in these chocolates have shown to support Immunity and brain function. VitaWorks chocolates are GLUTEN FREE and only use NATURALLY SOURCED COLORS and FLAVORS and they are free of Soy, Tree Nuts & Peanut. They are also Kosher and Halal certified.

NFL Electric Football lets you call the plays to march your football action figures down the vibrating gridiron! It’s the world’s favorite football game on the big stage of the National Football League! The original Tudor Games NFL Electric Football game is back, and it’s better than ever. The all new PlayAction remote control places the fate of your offense in the palm of your hand, with its on-board variable speed control.

May 2020

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Your dream leggings have arrived: a sleek silhouette, premium material, and a place to put your phone and keys! So versatile and comfortable you may never want to take them off, these leggings are specifically engineered to support your tummy and hug your curves. Designed for all women, whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or beyond, the Martina Maternity & Postpartum Support Crop Pocket Leggings never lose their shape, even as your shape changes. With an ultra-high, stretchy waist panel that reaches up to the underbust, these leggings can fold down for increased support or stay up for extra coverage during pregnancy or while nursing. Plus, the cropped length means they look just as cute with flats as they do with sneakers (or slippers!).

Story Time Chess uses a storybook with fun, illustrated game piece characters to help kids as young as 3 years learn to play chess. For parents who don’t play the game, if you can read a story, you can learn and teach chess.

April 2020

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Your Lil One is ready to start their Potty Time ADVENTure. Use Lil ADVENTS incentive reward chart as the game to encourage your Potty Trainer to make successful deposits!

Lumi by Pampers™ is a quantum leap in baby monitoring. Combining a state of the art Video Monitor with Sleep Enhancing technology, Lumi is the only all-in-one Baby Monitor System that lets parents see their baby in HD and seamlessly blend tracking data with their own intuition as they find their rhythm as a family. It all comes together in the Lumi app to help parents

March 2020

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In PAWS and THINK!® Be A Good Sport see the world through Weaver’s bright eyes, with each new day valuable lessons arise. Life is funny and can change in a blink, so always remember to PAWS and THINK! Today Weaver digs up a lesson on good sportsmanship.

Save yourself guilt by learning to understand your why in the award-winning book, I was the Perfect Parent…then I had kids. Read each topic (53 of them) and agree or disagree and ask yourself why you agree or disagree and now you will “Parent with Purpose” and start to realize your full potential as a parent. Heal from past guilt as well by reading the “Guilt- Not always your friend” chapter.

February 2020

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Potty Train with Pinky Bear is a beautifully illustrated board book, about a happy, resourceful little bear. The book generates fun, excitement and potty training results, based on the happy anticipation of Pinky Bears surprise visit. The book was written as if Pinky Bear is speaking directly to the child and includes a catchy sing along song. Pinky Bears arrival brings even more excitement as parents have the option of hiding Pinky Bear prizes or stashing a reward in Pinky Bears tummy pouch for their child to find after successful potty time efforts.

This Under the Sea Play Tent feels like you’re in an ocean-blue aquarium with illustrations of kids’ favorite sea creatures like a mermaid, narwhal, octopus and crab! Whether it’s in their bedroom or on the beach, this colorful tent makes the perfect private play space for little ones to call their own. Kids can look through the included, mini kaleidoscope toy like it’s a ship-captain’s telescope! So many imaginative ways to play!

January 2020

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Recommended by 9 out of 10 parents and developed with Pediatric Feeding Specialists, the Balance + Bottle is a proven solution for babies who alternate between breast and bottle.

Through both original and well-known verses, Love offers a musical celebration of this precious emotion. Children press a musical note to discover charming songs about love. They delight in hearing about the little heart that is growing – boom, boom, boom – and Jack and Jill sharing a walk up the hill. Love has charming versions of favorites including Roses are Red, Oh Susana and Daisy Daisy. With its attractive illustrations of the living world, the book shows the universality of love.

December 2019

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The perfect gift for one-year-old’s, the Mini 3in1 Deluxe scooter grows with ages 1 through 5, is virtually indestructible, and is the highest-rated scooter of its kind. Micro offers the highest quality scooters in terms of design and construction, meaning you can rest assured that it will last from adventure to adventure, year to year, and child to child.

What holidays does your family celebrate? Are they different from your friends? Celebrating Differences is the second book in the Yahooty Who? series of character books. You’ll meet 4 brand new helpful Yahooty characters while learning a heartfelt lesson about embracing cultural uniqueness. Join Max, Ticker, Aqua, Terra, and Zap as they help 5 friends to discover that it’s fun to learn about what makes us different.

November 2019

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The world’s most adjustable high back, the mifold hifold, weighs less than 10 pounds and can be folded and tucked into a storage bag or slung over a shoulder by the built-in carry strap for ultimate mobility. No more worries about the quick taxi ride with the kids or the Saturday soccer carpool, you can easily carry hifold from car to car. Safety, comfort and peace-of-mind are folded into every booster seat! Choose Racing Red™ or Slate Grey™.

A revolutionary first of its kind 2 in 1 stroller and tricycle focusing on both the parents’ and toddler’s comfort and joy. Galileo StrollcycleTM is a unique complete folding tricycle for comfortable travel, mobility and storage. revolutionizing the family ride and stroll with the perfect lightweight stroller replacement.

October 2019

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With the Crayola Spin and Spiral Art Station, kids can create spiralized art and spin art in a 2-in-1 kid-powered station. To create spiral art, kids can create endless combinations of colors and spiral outputs using Crayola markers in the included art gears. On the other side of the station, use the kid-powered pump to create splatter art with ink and paper discs. The station includes the Spiral Art Station unit, three spiral “gears” for tracing, six pipsqueak markers, three ink bottles and 15 paper discs.

Designed for you with ultimate comfort in mind. The Boppy® ComfyChic™ Baby Carrier has elegantly designed details such as vegan-leather trims, luxury accents and yoga-inspired fabric that fits your style while out and about or getting things done around the house. The thoughtfully designed adjustable underarm straps provide comfort and makes sharing among caregivers easy, even great for breastfeeding. Adaptable seat width, achieved through wrapping techniques, allow for 4 ergonomic carrying positions: newborn front face-in, front face-in, front face-out and side-hip carrying from 8-35 lbs. Breathable, performance mesh panels provide privacy while allowing for airflow, perfect for those cozy cuddled moments with your little one.

September 2019

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This groundbreaking sleep miracle soother is the perfect gift for your next baby shower and any first-time parent! The Baby Shusher is a revolutionary sleep device using an ancient, doctor-tested and approved rhythmic shushing technique to help soothe your fussy little one. End your child’s crying spells quickly, safely, and easily by engaging their natural calming reflex with a real human voice that helps lull them to sleep. The Baby Shusher Sleep Soother is small, compact, and easy to clean so that you can take it with you wherever you go—whatever the situation. Get much-needed sleep, for you and your baby, with Baby Shusher!

Shake up learning with the Learn & Groove® Shakin’ Colors Maracas™! One maraca includes colorful shaker beads and the other features a light-up dome that changes colors and plays maraca sound effects. This musical toy includes three play modes that introduce colors, numbers and music. Little ones can add rattling sounds to the songs that play, count from 1-10 with every shake and press the six light-up buttons to hear color and instrument names. Switching between English and Spanish mode lets kids explore all of the content in both languages.

August 2019

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The BizyBeez MagStix Wheel Set is a fabulous magnetic building and construction toy that provides youngsters with an endless variety of fun and educational play experiences. The set’s 41 colorful pieces have strong visual and tactile appeal coupled with a high level of versatility that inspires kids to perpetually experiment and explore. The ease with which the set’s straight and curved magnetic sticks connect strongly to one another and to the set’s metallic balls allows 2D and 3D structures to swiftly take shape. Four 2-wheeled pieces result in the creation of a colorful assortment of cool-looking, smooth-rolling vehicles.

If there were an official anthem to represent the pure joys of childhood,  ‘I Can Swing Forever‘ the opening title track would be it! This debut children’s CD by Tracy Newman is an ode to motherhood. From gently active playtime to sleep-inducing bedtime songs, this mix of original and traditional songs is timeless. A great bonding tool for parents, grandparents, older siblings and young boys and girls alike, this beautifully curated collection shows the keen understanding and appreciation of young children.

July 2019

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Ari & Ella’s Baby Cloud Blankets have a unique lofty waffle texture making them dimensional, amazingly photogenic and the softest 100% cotton blanket that any baby would own. These blankets are manufactured the Towellers Limited facility in Pakistan where women’s empowerment and responsible manufacturing are the heart of their products. In addition to empowering a female workforce, Towellers is committed to product safety and environmental responsibility. They have been successfully manufacturing textiles for the past 46 years.

A Wonderful Day! is an engaging early reader that playfully depicts the shared experiences of child and parent who are enjoying a day together at the zoo. This unique story is beautifully told in a gender-neutral text that captures many of the special moments children and adults often treasure and share together.

June 2019

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If you are tired of juggling and struggling to carry and keep up with your cell phone, then you need MyPhonePouch! Sleek, simple and smart, MyPhonePouch™ is an innovative phone-carrying solution that instantly adds multiple pockets to any outfit that has a snug, sturdy waistband. Designed by a busy mom for busy moms (and dads), this soft, stretchy pouch is designed to be worn tucked over leggings, yoga pants, sweats, shorts and other garments that have inadequate or zero pockets. If your outfit does have pockets (such as jeans) no more worries about taking your phone out of your pocket every time you sit down or accidentally sitting on it. 

From the beginning, Bravado envisioned a maternity and nursing bra that encompasses innovation, style, quality and most of all, comfort. The Invisible Nursing Bra offers a seam-free experience in a truly smooth silhouette. With molded cups for natural shape, clean-cut edges that are gentle against your skin and a delicate scallop design along the neckline, it’s the maternity and nursing bra that looks and feels like anything but. Designed with softness in mind, the Invisible Nursing Bra naturally molds to your body for a second-skin effect. 

May 2019

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Join the PAW Patrol and protect Adventure Bay with the PAW Patrol Chase Learning Watch™, PAW Patrol Marshall Learning Watch™ and PAW Patrol Skye Learning Watch™. These interactive watches include four exciting games you can play to recognize patterns, identify animal tracks and pick the right tool for the job with the PAW Patrol. Hear Ryder call the pups into action, cool sound effects and popular phrases from the show. Each watch includes a clock, timer, stopwatch and alarm. With the PAW Patrol, no job is too big, no pup is too small!

In the heartwarming book Mother of Many, Judah Tuck has ten siblings, and he’s on a mission to give the old woman who lives in a shoe some advice on how to manage a large family! Although a typical day in the Tuck family may contain some chaos, Judah and his siblings find a way to pull things together before Daddy comes home. Join Mom, Judah, and his brothers and sisters as they work through the day. . .and learn what family is truly all about.

April 2019

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Allison Edwards, author of the best-selling book Why Smart Kids Worry, gives a glimpse into the ways worry whispers to young minds, and offers a powerful tool all children can use to silence those fears in her book Worry Says What? Worry and anxiety are currently the top mental health issues among children and teens. Children have a number of worries throughout childhood that will come and go. The problem is not with the worries themselves, but that children believe the worries to be true. With a relatable story and beautiful artwork, Worry Says What? will help children (and adults) flip their thinking when anxious thoughts begin and turn them into powerful reminders of all they are capable of accomplishing.

Elvie Pump is the world’s first silent wearable breast pump. Elvie Pump is a complete departure from existing pump technology, putting women at the center of the design process to create an entirely new pumping experience that offers more freedom and mobility. The truly hands-free pump gives women the flexibility to go about their daily routine while pumping, without worrying about cords, wardrobe changes or the undignified sound of traditional electric breast pumps. Elvie’s differentiated technology means the pump is silent. Worn under clothing, Elvie Pump offers unprecedented discretion when pumping, soundlessly collecting milk in the self-contained pump. Elvie Pump connects to a free smartphone app, allowing women to view real-time milk volume and track their pumping history for each breast. Elvie Pump uses proprietary technology to detect the amount of milk in the bottle, enabling it to identify when the bottle is full and automatically pause the pump. Users can also control the pump from their phone, avoiding the need to fiddle with buttons on the pump inside their bra.

March 2019

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Nursing moms love pairing The Louisa Ultra High-Waisted Maternity & Pregnancy Leggings by Kindred Bravely with their favorite nursing bras, allowing for greater coverage and modesty whether breastfeeding in public or just in the company of friends and family. The soft, stretchy waistband rises over a baby bump or postpartum tummy, ensuring that it won’t dig in to your belly or irritate your C-section incision.
Whether you wear them day or night, the leggings will become an essential part of your wardrobe: a staple part of any capsule collection, perfect for wearing with shirts, dresses, camisoles, and sweaters.

A delightful Medieval adventure, Squire With Fire is a story lovingly told within a story. In a dynamic unfolding, Grandpa delights seven-year-old Mac with tales about the brave squires and knights who populated their family history, including the famous knight in the Scottish Rothesay Castle who shares the same name. Mac is particularly curious about the ring Grandpa wears and its thrilling history: it once belonged to a squire with the dreams – the same dreams Mac now has, 600 years later.

February 2019

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Tommee Tippee’s award-winning Closer to Nature bottle features an easy-latch-on nipple that mimics the flex, stretch and shape of mom’s breast for a natural latch, because babies prefer it that way. The bottle also features an anti-colic valve to reduce air ingestion. The bottle is available in a wide range of sizes, packs, colors and decorations.

Dirty Pig is an easy-to-learn family card game where the goal is to be the first player to dirty all your pigs. After all, a dirty pig is a happy pig! Getting your pigs dirty may be easy enough, but KEEPING them dirty is more of a challenge; rain showers and pesky farmers can clean your pig, spoiling the fun. Seeking shelter in a barn may protect your pigs, but you never know how long they will remain dirty. If you can keep your pigs dirty (and happy), you win! 

January 2019

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Take your summer game to the next level with Big Mouth‘s Ginormous 6-foot tall Unicorn Yard Sprinkler. It’s the missing piece to that epic birthday, pool party, BBQ, or reunion you’ve been planning (or dreading). Sure, the kids could run through the rusty ol’ sprinkler you keep in your shed, but if you want cool points with the family you’ve got to think BIGGER! We made it super-simple to use, too. Just inflate it, and connect a standard garden hose. Turn on the water and voila! …water sprays out of the unicorn’s horn for everyone to enjoy. The inflatable design also means that it’s lightweight, easy to move, and deflates for compact storage in the off-season. Party saved!

Who can care for a two hundred pound infant who won’t stay little for long? Who can work with her to create a language both can understand? Who can share humor, offer reassurance, and learn the lessons of her heart? A cowboy can, and he did! Caring for Amy the elephant from infancy through adulthood, he forged one of the most unique cross-species relationships ever chronicled. Within the charming pages of Elephants Love Cowboys Too! is the unique, true story of a compassionate man, his generous family, and the dear elephant who became part of their lives.

December 2018

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Dreambaby® Pouch Pal® will let your toddlers enjoy food and discover learning how to eat it without worrying you about the mess. Use it for on the go or at home to prevent squeezy messes. Comfortable size for little hands and fits most food pouches. It is top rack dishwasher safe or can easily be cleaned using mild soap and rinsed well.

-Helps prevent squeezy messes
-Comfortable for little hands 
-Fits most food pouches and convenient storage for the lid inside
-BPA free and Phthalate Safe
-Patented technology ensures pouch does not collapse causing wasted food.

In Bee Still: An Invitation to MeditationBentley is a lovable honeybee who does not participate in the frantic buzzing of other bees. Instead, he uses meditation to help calm himself and find inner peace. Soon the rest of the forest animals are joining along with Bentley as they sit, breathe, and “bee” still! A “Note to Parents and Caregivers” is included with information on how to teach children to practice meditation and its benefits.

November 2018

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Join animal friends Turtle, Tiger and Monkey as they explore new vocabulary in the Learning Friends 100 Words Book™ by Leap Frog. Explore the colorful pages and touch each picture to hear the animals say toddler-appropriate words along with exciting facts and sound effects. For an immersive language experience, slide the language switch to hear the words, songs and instructions in Spanish. Touch the pictures to hear silly sound effects in Fun Sounds mode or press the light-up star button to hear two learning songs. Discover new vocabulary with cute learning friends!

No one loves his screen time more than Clicker the Cat! Tablets, computers and cell phones, he loves them all! Will Clicker ever learn to put down his devices? Follow Clicker as he learns practical, research-based tips to manage his screen time. This is the first book of the Clicker the Cat series, which is designed to help parents start the discussion about responsible technology use with fun, educational and engaging stories.

October 2018

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With Crayola’s Silly Scents Sticker Maker, kids can transform any piece of paper into a scented sticker. To create a custom, scented sticker, kids can place an adhesive sheet on the sticker bed, add any image they choose on top, slide the handle over the rubber mat and peel away their personalized instant sticker. Using the included Silly Scents Mini Markers, kids can color in to create stickers with a multi-sensory twist they can use to decorate electronic devices, book covers, school lockers and more.

Sophie la girafe, the beloved and iconic giraffe, is a soft friend with attached activity toys; includes rattle, squeaker, crinkle and mirror.  Officially licensed Sophie la girafe is made from super soft, printed fabric featuring her familiar spotted coat. Sculpted face and stitched eyes for total softness. Toy captures the likeness and character right down to the blushed cheeks. Great for baby showers and as part of a newborn basket.

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September 2018

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Bring the nighttime sky into your room with this mesmerizing, dual-function planetarium projector. Just aim the Smithsonian Planetarium Projector at a light-colored wall or ceiling, and project a rotating star pattern of the northern sky. Three disks also feature 24 high-definition space images that you can project alongside the stars: planets, nebulae, moons, asteroids and other celestial bodies, as well as a satellite, space station, astronaut, space shuttle and more. Project more than 50 different image combinations. The Smithsonian Planetarium Projector features a 15-minute auto-shut-off, so you can fall asleep under a magical night sky. 

From floor play to first steps, the Stroll & Discover Activity Walker™ by VTech grows with your little one. The easy-to-remove activity panel is great for floor play and is packed with features and the legs fold for easy storage. Five light-up piano keys introduce colors and numbers, while spinning gears and a removable cell phone help develop fine motor skills. Meet six friendly animals by inserting the three shape sorter pieces, pressing the puppy button, sliding the mouse or batting the bird to hear their unique voices and sounds. Attach the panel to the adjustable two-speed walker as little ones grow, and watch them go!

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August 2018

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Basq NYC’s Intensive Treatment Stretch Mark Butter includes ingredients proven to prevent and repair stretch marks: Three powerful ingredients with proven results for the best stretch mark prevention and repair! Biopeptides help firm and restore skin’s elasticity, Darutoside is a rich blend of plant extracts that trigger collagen renewal, proven to visibly reduce the appearance of stretch marks and Algisium-C which helps to heal, smooth and improve the appearance of stretch marks.

Developed by Age of Learning, the education technology innovator behind ABCmouse Early Learning Academy, the ABCmouse Mastering Math app is an innovative, adaptive learning app that helps preschool through kindergarten children build a strong understanding of fundamental math concepts, including counting and addition. Having that foundation is a key requirement for success in kindergarten and beyond. The app (available on iOS and Android devices) uses appealing characters and personalized learning pathways to help children achieve math mastery. 

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July 2018

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The Bumkins Silicone Grip Dish is a must-have for babies and toddlers! Made from 100% food grade silicone, which is durable, stain resistant, and doesn’t harbor bacteria. A strong suction base, keeps the Grip Dish in place, making it great for little ones learning to self-feed, or more experienced eaters using utensils. Perfectly sized for toddler portions. Also available in fun shapes like a unicorn, football, Batman and more!

In the book Star Wars: The Last Jedi: Rose Tico: Resistance fighter, Rose Tico invents life-saving solutions that protect her colleagues, and she eventually finds herself on the frontline of the war serving General Organa and the Resistance. This captivating book is told in a journalistic style from the writings of Rose herself and features all new artwork and full-page foldouts of ship schematics and more. Gear up and join Rose on her journey to becoming a determined member of the Resistance.

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June 2018

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Perfectly sized for little hands, Go! Go! Smart Wheels® Police Car, Truck and Helicopter by VTech entertain your child with a light-up button that activates phrases and sounds. The vehicles respond to SmartPoint® locations on Go! Go! Smart Wheels® playsets (sold separately) with fun responses, sound effects, lights and music

Mayor of Evercent Springs™ is the dynamic strategy game by Games of Sweden where tactics, luck and bribes are some of the tools to win.  After the people in Five Town County revolted against the Council, one Candidate from each of the four towns are, along with their seven Companions, competing to reach the door to Evercent Springs; to re-open the closed town as its Mayor.  It will be a tortuous road, and to stay in the competition, you need your Companions to keep your Candidate and the Silver Key safe. You will not only meet opponents, but also corruption, Pubs, traps and a greedy Council doing what they can to put obstacles in the contestants’ paths. 
At the start of the game, each Candidate has a Silver Key and one Companion from each town carries a Spare Key. If you lose both Keys, your hopes of becoming Mayor are over and you are out of the game. The winner of the game is the first Candidate to unlock the door to Evercent Springs with their Silver Key.

Toffee is a versatile long length Seamless Shaping Nursing Tank, that offers a smooth, figure-hugging profile. This fashionable maternity tank from Cake Lingerie can be worn as singlet, under outerwear or as sleepwear. A hidden in-built bra with fabric-moulded cups provides a secure fit and support. Quality stretch yarn knit fabric feels like 2nd skin and allow breast and body grow without restriction. 

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May 2018

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The DXR-8 Video Monitor by Infant Optics features interchangeable lens technology. Video is streamed real-time to a slim 3.5 inch LCD color display providing a crystal clear image. Long-lasting battery provides reliable charge: 12 hours in power-saving mode, 8 hours with the display screen constantly on. Plug and play – no setup required. Unlike internet cameras, secure 2.4GHz FHSS wireless transmission provides 100% digital privacy with delay-free video and audio playback.

The KidCo TravelPod Plus is the ultimate portable play yard that provides a safe and comfortable environment for children up to 3 years. Also includes removable bassinet for newborns up to 20 lbs. it can be set-up easily whether you are home or away.

“Dinosaurs Living in My Hair 2” creates an opportunity for conversation. Differences, as well as things we share in common, should be celebrated and explored. Poetry is Amazing. Imagination is King. Dinosaurs are Fun. Curly hair is Cool. Creativity lives in coloring outside-the-lines. Bullying is never acceptable! Sometimes the most ridiculous idea provides a great teaching opportunity. The imaginative illustrations in this sequel bring the fanciful tale to life and readers will enjoy a reassuring conclusion.

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April 2018

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The Newton Crib Mattress Pad by Newton Baby brings safety and comfort to any crib mattress. Add to your Newton Crib Mattress during toddler years for those bigger messes or add a layer of breathable safety and comfort to your current mattress. Made with a revolution-airy Breathe-Thru technology, Newton delivers better sleep for babies and peace of mind for parents. 100% breathable, washable, and waterproof.

DOLCE by Magformers LLC large Activity Zebra is perfect for soothing an active child at bed time. Equipped with rattles, rings, mirrors, ribbons and more, this cute character is sure to provide tons of entertainment for your little one. You can even pull Zebra’s tail to hear songs! Bright contrasting colors in unique fabrics will mesmerize and soothe. Activity Zebra also comes with signature Dolce teether and its own dragonfly friend. Great for all ages

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March 2018

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Take your child’s education to the next level with the INNO Pad My Fun Lessons, An interactive touch pad to help children engage in a rewarding learning experience. With two Modes: Learn – An interactive approach to learning through exploration and engage your children’s development, curiosity and creativity with words and fun sounds; Quiz – Reinforce the learning experience with a fun activity. Comes with 8 learning cards (16 lesson pages) and volume control. Take learning activities on the go; perfect for long car or plane rides. Divorce can be a traumatic experience for children, but parents can do a lot to help ease stress and uncertainty.

Designed and produced in partnership with Douglas Cuddle Toys, one of the oldest and most respected plush companies in the United States. This Chewie the English Bulldog Plush Toy is a one-of-a-kind plush bulldog becomes even more endearing when you learn all of his proceeds help to fund future grants given by UHCCF to children in need of medical-related services not covered, or not fully covered, by their families’ commercial health insurance plan. Chewie is such a lovable new friend that he’s already won a Gold Mom’s Choice Award in the Toys, Games and Puzzles Category. That’s one amazing bulldog!

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February 2018

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Your wardrobe isn’t complete until you have one of these award-winning, Mammojo Signature Breastfeeding Hoodie.Perfect for those cooler mornings or afternoons, the Mammojo Signature breastfeeding hoodie will become a staple of your active nursing wardrobe. Proving that new mothers DON’T actually need to look like complete drags, this post maternity hoodie features twin invisible zips to make feeding in colder weather a discrete breeze and can be easily incorporated into your wardrobe to take it to next level nursing excellence.

Divorce can be a traumatic experience for children, but parents can do a lot to help ease stress and uncertainty. When Your Parents Divorce is an effective tool that parents can use to help children with questions and concerns that arise during this difficult and stressful time.

Award-winning product, Em and Liz Box is perfect for your little girl! Experience the magic of girlhood month after month with a subscription to the Em and Liz Box. Perfect for any little girl! Each box is centered around a monthly theme and includes 4-6 high quality full sized items such as beauty products, accessories, crafts, and more! For girls ages 3-10. Also included in each box are two sheets of custom stationary to encourage letter writing and picture drawing for family and friends.

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January 2018

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Your nursery isn’t complete until you have one of these award-winning, innovative baby monitors. Choose from either of these monitors by iBaby Care. The iBaby Care M2S Plus is a fully equipped baby monitor complete with sound with 1080p HD Wi-Fi wireless video, 2-way audio speakers, smart alerts and sensors, music and a video feed. The iBaby Care M7 is more than just a monitor, it’s a total care system that is fully engineered with smart features including an app for your phone!

Kiddopia is an inexhaustible app that will help your child to develop and progress through all the early stages of education. Each game is designed to make learning as natural and intuitive as possible by using fun subjects and original gameplay to draw him or her into a new world that will improve rational thinking, fine motor skills, breadth of knowledge and self-expression.

Award-winning book, Parenting at Your Best comes from a completely different perspective than any parenting book ever written before; from that of a mother and father looking back over their lives as parents after losing their only child in an accident; sharing the things they believe they did correctly as parents, as well as the regrets that often sneak up on them. Their desire is to share the lessons they’ve learned so you may apply them to living in the moment with your own children, especially through the chaos of daily life.

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December 2017

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Perfect for your child’s bedroom, Helio is an award-winning educational children’s night light projection system. Have them lay back and enjoy a wide variety of educational and entertainment based content projected on the ceiling

The Crayola Color and Erase Mat provides budding artists with colorful fun they can enjoy again and again. This reusable mat gives kids a large surface for drawing and doodling with the four included ColorPop! Markers. When they’re done, all the colors wipe away with the included eraser tool. The mat then rolls up for easy storage until kids are ready to create again.

Award-winning book, Teen World Confidential offers parents and other caring adults tips and tools to inspire honest conversation about adolescent sexual health. Information is presented in fast-paced five-minute reads that fit into your busy schedule.

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November 2017

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Designed just for kids, LeapPad Ultimate is the perfect kid-safe learning tablet. This tablet includes $110 worth of games, apps and videos so kids can learn and play right away.

The award-winning Force of Nature Starter Kit is a little appliance that uses electricity to turn salt, water & vinegar into a non-toxic cleaner as effective as bleach. It’s so safe you can spray it on even baby toys, teethers or pacifiers without needing to rinse.

Listening with My Heart reminds us of the other golden rule—to treat ourselves with the same kindness we give to others. This award-winning book touches on the universal themes of kindness, friendship and self-compassion. It includes kid-friendly self-compassion/mindfulness exercises.

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October 2017

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The Bravado Designs Nursing Bras are a modern take on our classic style for pregnant women and nursing moms. It’s every mom’s everyday must-have – whether in her hospital bag, at home or on-the-go. There’s something about the cozy comfort of cotton (and ultra-soft modal) in our heritage style that moms have loved since our beginning. We know you will, too! Choose from a variety of award-winning styles!

The award-winning Arm’s Reach Co-Sleeper Versatile Bassinet is designed to accommodate all types and heights of beds; platform style or traditional to keep your baby close and safe.You can enjoy the sleeping nest resting on top of the mattress or alongside your bed for ease of breastfeeding, bonding and nighttime comforting.

The Blossom Shop is a heartwarming story about the power of hard work, creativity, acceptance & family. This book makes the perfect Holiday gift!

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September 2017

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Books Don’t Need Batteries is  a book that explores why reading continues to be special in a digital world. It tells the story of how Paige, a living book, finds a way to compete with Sal, a resident mobile phone. Sal’s so impressed with himself and attention-seeking (unfortunately, just like a real smart phone), it’s hard for Paige to be heard.

The award-winning Zeenie Dollz are made with 100% recyclable material. Besides supporting environmental-conservation by helping kids learn about eco-friendly behaviors, Zeenie Dollz also supports environmental efforts across the globe. A portion of Zeenie Dollz sales goes to support either an environmental or animal conservationist organization.

Tummy Rumble Quake & Elephant Wind are educational picture books that help teach children what to do in case of a disaster in a way that empowers rather than frightens them.

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August 2017

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Gravitybread is a resource for parents to encourage improved language and literacy during mealtime. On my blog, I share children’s book reviews, language tips, research related to literacy and special needs, as well as suggestions for improved learning and literacy.

The award-winning Teething Egg is the next generation of soothing teething toys for babies 3-12 months old. The patented, proven design and shape is the perfect size and weight for little hands and mouths.

Buddy the Soldier Bear is a delightful tale of a stuffed bear who dreams of adventures and being part of a family. When he finds himself in a care package for a soldier, he embarks on quite an adventure, indeed. Written by the daughter of a WW II veteran and the mother of a soldier who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, you can feel the love poured into this story.

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July 2017

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The Kudo Banz is an on-the-go wristband connected with a magical app. The innovative band is a positive parenting tool that teaches kids to listen without yelling so you can spend your family time more positively.

The award-winning Huggs Contour is an innovative baby carrier built for versatility. Its revolutionary carrier booster seat not only provides all-day comfort, the ergonomic design ensures a healthy sitting position (M-position) for a growing baby.

Parenting in the Eye of the Storm by Katie Naftzger, is a great read for adoptive parents. Adult adoptee and family therapist Katie Naftzger shares her personal and professional wisdom in this guide to help adoptive parents remain a calm parental influence in the midst of stormy and erratic teen behavior.

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June 2017

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The Body Silk Seamless Nursing Bra by Bravado Designs is the ultimate seamless, comfortable experience. The luxuriously soft fabric molds to your changing shape, so that you can wear it throughout pregnancy and nursing.

The award-winning StarPassage saga continues in StarPassage Book 2 by Clark Rich Burbidge! Two brothers struggle to deal with a life-changing accident. Join these heroes on a dangerous quest to solve riddles and save lives as they experience some of the most dreadful and exciting moments in history.

Grow Together by Josette Luvmour, PhD is packed with information, tools, examples, and stories that help families grow and that promote well-being in all family members. Whether you’re a parent, childcare professional, educator or a counselor, you’ll find this book beneficial.

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May 2017

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Piggy Bank, Sharks Are Wild, and Catch’N Fish are three children’s card games from Hoyle that help children develop math skills while having fun.

BRIGHT Science Biology Quiz is a game for the inquisitive adults and teens. The questions in this quiz are written by a teacher with 30 years’ experience of teaching High School Biology, and they will put you to the test!

Take your mess-free coloring with you with Color Wonder Color on the Go books from Crayola. Includes 15 mini coloring pages and 3 Color Wonder markers in a durable case that keeps you organized and ready to go.

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April 2017

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Just Add Sun from Griddly Games is a “hot” new solar oven that uses the sun’s energy to heat up tasty treats. It includes directions to melt s’mores, make nachos, or even cook an egg, among many other activities that all use the power of the sun!

Spin your way into geography with the Puzzle Globe from Learning Resources, which highlights landmarks and animals and includes a description guide. Each continent fits into one hole on the globe to make it easy for little ones to place.

Anywhere Teacher is an online learning destination that’s packed with entertaining, educational activities for children ages 2 to 8. With a huge variety of choices—books, games, videos, flash cards, music, and more— it’s a multisensory learning experience that keeps kids coming back again and again.

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March 2017

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Kids will adore owning the Crayola® Triple-the-fun Art Studio as their activity desk or drawing easel. It’s brightly colored, playful design, and multi-functional features are suited to the desires of your little artists.

Not just for kids, Hot Wheels PlayTape also gives Hot Wheels adult fans and collectors an amazingly simple, flexible, and inexpensive way to way to display prized vehicles in their “natural habitat.”

The simple, effective, and safe design of the Little Balance Box provides stability while transitioning your baby from sitting to kneeling and from standing and walking.

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February 2017

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The Shnuggle Cosy Baby Bath Tub makes baby bath times easier and safer! It’s beautiful design is perfectly shaped for your baby from birth right up to 12 months of age.

French for Kids: Les Saisons (The Seasons) is a lively French immersion video that engages children with colorful backgrounds, animation, catchy songs, and live-action footage of familiar year-round activities.

The Baby Delight 5″ Movement & Positioning Video Monitor is a wonderful monitoring system that delivers real-time baby movement and positioning information directly to your video monitor with a 5″ LCD screen video monitor, camera and wearable unit.

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January 2017

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Challenge is a super fun new card games from Play ‘n Learn Games. Players aged preschool and older can develop their math skills while having a blast!

In What to Feed Your Baby Dr. Tanya Altmann, practicing pediatrician, bestselling author, and spokesperson for the American Academy of Pediatrics, offers a simple plan for how to raise kids who love eating nutritious food—with no fuss!

HIPSTER Plus is a versatile, back-supporting carrier that allows you to carry your baby up to 9 different ways (including front, forward facing, back, and hip carry positions).

Mother Nurture All Natural Enhanced Waters are made to deliver many of the essential nutrients moms and their babies need during pregnancy.

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December 2016

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The bamboobies Chic Nursing Shawl is so stylish and discreet, no one will even know it’s a nursing cover! It’s a a versatile wardrobe essential for maternity, nursing, and beyond.

Rediscover the fun in building card houses with Kardtects collectible building cards! Kardtects makes building amazing card structures easier, faster, and more rewarding than ever before.

Digit’y Do™ is the hottest new addictive, fast paced and strategic game! It’s great for small groups, big groups, and families! It’s a numbers game that combines elements of strategy and probability with a high dose of fun.

Designed for comfort, The Syki Bath Support is great for new born babies up to 6 months. The design maintains baby’s body and head allowing free movements of both arms and legs to really enjoy bath time.

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November 2016

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The Crayola Air Marker Sprayer turns Crayola markers into spray art – just like a real artist’s airbrush! The electric-powered Air Marker Sprayer allows kids to airbrush just like a professional artist, without the mess of paint.

Bring home all the fun of a real farmers market with Farmers Market: Create-and-Play Activity Book! In this DIY kit-in-a-book, you’ll find everything you need to set up a pretend stand, from pop-out fruits and veggies to play money. Get ready to grow your own healthy fun!

The Bundle Blanket is a soft, durable water-resistant travel blanket and play mat that can be used both indoors and outdoors to keep your little ones comfortable during play time (or nap time).

Over 1 million babies have learned how to brush their teeth during the vital teething phase with the “a-peel-ing” Baby Banana Brush. Invented by a Dental Hygienist mother of four, this brush is uniquely designed to bring brushing and teething together in the absolute safest way possible.

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October 2016

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Splash About’s UV All-in-One is specifically designed to protect delicate baby and toddler skin against the sun. Made from Nylon Lycra it’s ultra soft for all-day-wear and the fabric composition keeps little bodies cool while providing UPF50+ sun protection, and wind/sand protection on the beach.

Flip2BFit® is a new and exciting way to jump, stretch and twist your way to a healthier happier lifestyle! It’s a great children’s fitness board game that builds team spirit and stretches individual goals while keeping kids active!

In Portia Hicks’ book, A Night at the North Pole, all you have to do is believe! Jack and his brother, Jess, are excited about Christmas. But Jack can’t shake his questions. Where does Santa live? Is he even real? Before Jack can drift off into a fitful night’s sleep, Tilly the Elf and Buck the Reindeer come to whisk him away for an adventurous night at the North Pole.

Unlike most timers, Time Timer PLUS seeks to make the concept of time concrete! The visual depiction of “time remaining” provides stress-free time management at school and home to make every moment count. It features a rugged case and durable clear lens to protect its patented red disk. And the on-the-go handle makes it easy to take the timer anywhere!

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September 2016

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The Avanchy Baby Gift Set is a bowl, plate, and utensil set that easily attaches to any surface for less mess and less stress! It’s also biodegradable and free of any harmful chemicals.

The Touch & Learn Activity Desk Deluxe from VTech is a three-in-one desk for young children. It includes interactive activity cards and is expandable for more fun and discovery. The interactive desktop features five pages filled with letters, numbers, music, colors, and more engaging content. VTech is the recipient of FIVE Mom’s Choice Awards® for the month of September!

Fun Facts and Silly Stories: ODD Around the World! is Ripley’s Believe It or Not’s® newest offering for kids ages 7-10 who can’t get enough of the weird, the wild, and the wonderful! It includes hilarious photos, interactive activities, and unbelievable stories kids will love.

KeeKee’s Big Adventures in Amsterdam, Netherlands is the fourth book in the Mom’s Choice Award-winning KeeKee series. The adventurous calico kitty travels the world in her hot air balloon! In this charmingly illustrated picture book, she lands in Amsterdam, Netherlands. She speaks Dutch, cruises the canals, and enjoys the sights, sounds, and tastes of this historic city.

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August 2016

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Lincoln Logs turned 100 this year and K’NEX is celebrating the centennial with the nostalgic Lincoln Logs 100th Anniversary Tin! Set includes 111 real wood logs, is 100% made in the USA, and captures the true essence of the Lincoln Logs brand.

Story Monsters Ink is a family magazine that gives kids, parents, and educators the latest news on debut books and products, author profiles, book reviews, recipes, activities, and more! Each issue also features a reading guide, a Spanish language column, a science and nature column, and a special kids column with articles, poems, and drawings submitted by young readers.

Acclaimed children’s author and superhero expert Ryan Jacobson joins forces with award-winning naturalist and photographer Stan Tekiela to spotlight 13 North American animals and their astonishing super powers in the children’s picture book Super Animal Powers.

Dékor Plus Diaper Pail offers you a convenient and sanitary way to dispose of dirty diapers. With a contemporary, hands free design, diaper changing won’t be a dreaded experience!

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July 2016

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Your Present: A Half-Hour of Peace is stress-relief expert Susie Mantell’s bestselling audiobook (CD). This Publishers Weekly “Best Audios Award” winner helps release worries, carrying listeners into soft, effortless sleep. It’s used in The Mayo Clinic, Betty Ford Center, Memorial Sloan-Kettering, Canyon Ranch, and in Fortune 500 companies.

The Dream Nursing Tank from Bravado Designs is the ultimate nursing bra and tank in one! Whether you’re pregnant or nursing, it’s perfect for wearing at home and on-the-go. Wear it with your favorite jeans or under a sweater with a cozy pair of leggings!

The Momo Baby Sneakers are a great first pair of shoes for your toddler. They feature ultra flexible rubber soles and easy-on, easy-off design straps with Velcro for the best fit.

Fans of YA fantasy will love Janelle Gabay’s First Born. Love and betrayal weave into this fast-paced adventure set in a future North America on the brink of a border war. This book is quickly capturing a large teen and adult audience with its thrilling action, complicated characters, clever historical references, and twisting plot revelations.

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June 2016

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The Woven TREK baby carrier by Chimparoo is an ergonomic baby carrier made with 100% organic cotton woven wrap fabric. It can be worn from birth to early childhood on the front, hip, or back.

Star Wars fans will love the Star Wars: TIE Fighter Deluxe Book and Model Set from IncrediBuilds! Or if Harry Potter is more up your alley, check out the Harry Potter: Quidditch Delue Book and Model Set.

The Shop and Learn Cash Register gives kids the opportunity to play grown up shoppers! Three play modes encourage kids to shop, count, identify food, and determine values.

Fairhaven Health won four Mom’s Choice Awards this month for their excellent nursing products: Milkies Milk Tray, Milkies Breast Pad Ever, Milkies Soft Nursing Pads, and Milkies Nipple Nurture Balm.

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May 2016

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The Hope for a Motherless Child CD/audio download features original, multi-genre renditions of American Sprituals and Historical Readings. It’s a tour of history through jazz, opera, rap, and gospel that will be great for the classroom and road trips alike!

The Connect+ Children’s Wired Headphones and the Untangled Pro Children’s Bluetooth Headphones from LilGadgets are both made especially for children. They’re sized for children, padded for children, and most importantly, durable!

You’ll love the life-like features and little button noses on the Adora Playtime Floral Romper doll! Adora PlayTime babies are handmade with care and made to be loved.

If your children are baseball fans (and probably even if they’re not), they’ll love Kevin Christofora’s Hometown All-Star Series. The entire three-book series (including Nick’s Very First Day of BaseballMagic Bat Day, and TGIT Thank Goodness It’s T-ball Day) won a Gold Mom’s Choice Award this month!

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April 2016

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The new VELCRO® Blocks™ race car construction set is for little hands with big imaginations. They’re not just building blocks, they’re building blocks to a lifetime of learning, problem solving and creativity!

The folks at Tucker Toys love to encourage active play in children. They’ve won our award in the past, and this month they earned five Mom’s Choice Awards for five new products: the Phlat Ball Aeroflyt, the E-Z Grip Soccer Ball, the E-Z Grip Play Ball, the E-Z Grip Football, and the E-Z Grip Jr.

The Liliputi® 3in1 Babywearing & Maternity Mama Coat is trendy and practical, especially for easily keeping a baby cozy during the colder months. These fashionable coats can be worn with or without a baby!

The Best Cradle from It’s You Babe is a life saver for pregnant women! It’s an adjustable orthotic support to relieve tummy and back straining.

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March 2016

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Wanderful, Inc makes interactive storybook apps for children, featuring classic stories (like the Genesis Creation Story and the Tortoise and the Hare) and your favorite characters (like the Berenstain Bears and Arthur).  Many of the apps are bilingual, featuring both English and Spanish.

Crayola won several Mom’s Choice Awards this month. The first is for their Neon 3D Chalk Set which includes durable, plastic 3D glasses that make chalk colors “float” above the ground at different levels. Crayola also won two awards for their Color Alive Frozen and Color Alive Avengers iOS/Android apps. The apps bring coloring pages to life!

The Heart Girl Dome Tent™ by Pacific Play Tents is great fun for toddler, preschool, and elementary aged girls. It is sturdy, durable, and makes for hours of imaginative playtime!

ZIPIT is expanding its successful range of designed pencil & storage boxes with the introduction of the ZIPIT Beast Box made with a formed outer shell covered with designer fabrics on the outside and soft velvet material on the inside.

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February 2016

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The Sound Sleep Crib Cushi from Suki Moon is a newly patented product that replaces crib bumpers. It offers a whole new look at an infant’s or toddler’s sleeping environment.

The Prince Lionheart Everywhere playMAT is for tummy time, play time, and everything in between. This foam mat will encourage young learners to count hidden characters and engage in creative play for years to come.

The Crafty Croc Liquid Chalk Markers are a fantastic product on multiple levels. They provide hours of indoor fun for kids with their ability to decorate and write on windows, mirrors, plastics, metals, tiles and all manner of non-porous surfaces and their easy clean-up is a joy for parents.

The Height Right High Chair with Infant Insert from Keekaroo is a wonderful high chair that parents of messy children will surely appreciate! The Infant Insert offers antimicrobial protection and is impermeable to liquids. Easy to clean with warm water, the Infant Insert will withstand the messiest eaters.

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January 2016

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Dreamworks introduces a world of giant creatures that are half dinosaur, half construction vehicle, and all awesome in Dinotrux!

Build and customize your dream family home with a modern edge! LEGO Friends Emma’s House shows off all the creative skills of Emma’s family.

Beautiful Hands is a colorful concept book that reveals an illustrative and reading surprise with every turn of the page. Little hands can do so many wonderful things: TOUCH hearts; LIFT spirits; REACH for love.

Fort building has never been easier with Fort Boards! What will your kids build? Tunnels through their room, dueling battle bunkers, moon bases, a giant man-eating whale… the possibilities are nearly endless.

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December 2015

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The forest-themed PortaPlay Portable Activity Center is full of surprises! Oribel toy makers designed this handsome product to help kids grow from babyhood to Kindergarten while enhancing motor skills, eye hand coordination, playful spirit, and self-awareness.

Designed using a simple puzzle concept, SHOEZOOZ educational shoe stickers are adorable educational animal shoe stickers that adhere inside the heels of kids’ shoes. It’s a easy and fun way for kids to learn to put their shoes on the right feet, all by themselves!

The Circle of 6 App is a wonderful product that was originally designed for college students to prevent sexual violence, though it’s also handy for teenagers, parents, friends, and all communities seeking to foster healthy relationships and safety.

Children can collaborate to create their own richly-illustrated story books with the WRiTE BRAiN BOOKS author kit.

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November 2015

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The Swaddle Swing is a truly unique take on the baby swing design. It combines the benefits of a baby swaddle and a baby swing together.

Enjoy the benefits of our great tasting, organic fenugreek Nursing Mama tea with the convenience and speed of your favorite instant brewer with Nursing Mama Herbal Tea K-Cups from Anna Naturals.

Enjoy some holiday family time around an exciting game of Speedy Words, the fast-paced word game for the whole family from FoxMind.

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October 2015

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Encourage family “face time,” with three new exciting and challenging games from Blue Orange Games.

Eager readers will love the new award-winning titles from Independent Publisher of the Year, Headline Kids.

Just in time for the holidays! An adorable interactive children’s picture book, Reindeer Dust, engages the imagination through family participation. This sweet book tells the exciting tale of how the Reindeer Dust tradition first began.

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September 2015

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Capture your most exciting moments with The Polaroid Cube–a super cool, waterproof, miniature action cam that mounts to almost anything.

Looking for new and creative ways to minimize screen time? Checkout the new activity kits from Crayola Creations and the National Geographic Dinosaurs Mega Building Kit from Laser Pegs.

Young readers will love the latest collection of Mom’s Choice Award-winning books – especially, What Does It Mean To Be Kind? (Little Pickle Press), The Look Cookers (3 Dreams Creative) and the ASPCA Pet Rescue Club series (Studio Fun Int’l).

Parents will appreciate the Moving Matters series from Gryphon House. This easy-to-read series provides parents sound research, tools and tips to help lay the foundation for an active lifestyle every stage: infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

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