Fresh for spring

Stylish yet practical introductions highlight final JPMA show

Staff -- Kids Today, 4/1/2007 12:00:00 AM

 

Avent is introducing the Avent Tempo Natural Feeder nurser, which has an extra-wide liner that collapses when baby drinks, keeping air out of the stomach, which can reduce the occurrences of gas and colic. Prices for a starter kit and liners range between $4.49 and $7.99.

Baby Dishis showing its Dish-n-Dat diaper/travel bag in a new smiley-face pattern in memory of a child who died from the genetic disorder Canavan disease. Proceeds from the sale of each bag will go towards researching a cure, $50.SaraBear Co.'s diaper caddy holds all the essentials needed for changing in fitted compartments designed specifically for wipes containers, diapers, creams, swabs and more, $39.95.

Baby Boom is showing a new licensed Care Bears Baby nursery collection in soft pink, purple and yellow with an array of accessories, including a mobile that plays "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star." The four-piece bedding set retails for $42.99.

Sassy's jumper attaches to the door frame and has five removable developmental toys. The seat cover also detaches for washing, $34.99.

Uppababy's aluminum G-lite umbrella stroller features a breathable mesh seat that allows for comfort on warm days. Available in red, black and lime green, $99.99.

Silly Billyz Biblets are made of absorbent, anti-pill fleece on the front and water-resistant nylon on the back. The bib, which is offered in eight colors, also features a double-snap closure around the neck to ensure the correct fit, $5.

Kids can work on their fine motor skills by attaching Tiny Love's Magnetic Pals to each other or to other magnetic surfaces via the round magnets on the hands and feet. A set of three retails for $14.95.

Cloud b's Cuddle Cub emits heartbeats and vibrations for two minutes when hugged, a mechanism designed to mimic what a baby feels when being held.

Skip Hop's pacifier pocket holds two pacifiers and can be attached to a stroller, diaper bag or purse to keep them handy.

Trend Lab's Good Fortune gift set has a blanket, hat, bib, burp cloth, booties and a 0¨C3 months bodysuit tucked into a Chinese take-out box, $24.99. A blue version with the phrase "Backseat Driver" also is available.

LillaBoo's Bag-a-Diaper is an alternative to a larger diaper bag. The bag comes with a changing pad and has room to hold three to four diapers and a wipes case, and is laminated in vinyl for easy cleaning. Available in three tropical shades, including Kumquat (shown), $32.

Newcomer Belle Baby Carriers is showing its carrier that features a five-point support system that is designed to transfer baby's weight directly to the hips and not the holder's back. The Belle holds babies up to 25 pounds and is offered in several colors, $79.95.

Babe Ease's Super-Soft Clean Shopper is 40% fluffier than the original and has two pockets, two toy loops and a safety strap, all packaged in a matching drawstring tote, $34.95.

Cocalo is showing the Down Under collection, a gender-neutral group featuring baby animals from the Outback.

Simmons Juvenile Furnishing's Chardon group features hardwood post with turnings and is finished in a vintage cherry finish. The convertible crib retails for $599.

The System bag from JJ Cole Collections has a padded, adjustable shoulder strap and hip styling that works for both moms and dads. The bag comes with a changing pad, tote and pacifier pod and attachments to hook it to a stroller, $69.95.

Manhattan Toys' seven-piece Twisterella features a mix of rattles, squeakers and crinkles in bold hues that will keep baby occupied, $28.

Baby Star is offering three new prints, including this on-trend polka dot design, as part of its partnership with Cariboo. The line includes bassinet textiles, veil and changing pad accessory, $60 to $120.

Chicco's Keyfit 30 infant seat is a rear-facing seat designed for babies up to 30 pounds and 33 inches. The seat also has a five-point harness with one-pull adjustment, energy-absorbing foam line and an insert for newborn babies, $169.99.

The Preggle Comfort Air-Flow body pillow from Leachco has adjustable bands that let moms create the size and shape they need for support during pregnancy and for nursing, $42.

Stephan Baby's Car collection includes a gift set composed of a Velcro-close bib, burp pad, wrist rattle and washcloth, $20. A floral design also is offered, and onesies and socks are available to coordinate with both patterns.

Magna Aftermarket's Clek booster seat is designed with LATCH technology that is easy to install. The seat has a low-profile design and can be customized with seat covers, $74.99.

LaJobi, which has taken over the Graco license, is showing the Sarah 4-in-1 crib, $139.99, and dressing table, $79.99, from the line.

Kushies' hooded towel gift sets include a pair of matching booties for a complete after-bath look. The terry cloth sets are offered in a pastel shade with a duck design or bright colors with a fish (shown), flower or frog design.

Delta Enterprise is showing the licensed My Friends Tigger and Pooh cube, which pulls apart into a chair and desk.

J.L. Childress' drawstring bags are designed to keep gate-checked strollers and car seats clean during flight. The pouch folds for quick storage when not in use, $14¨C16.

Joovy's Groove umbrella stroller comes with two seat covers and canopies, allowing parents to change the look without buying separate accessories. Other features include a four-position seat recline, a two-position leg rest and a compact fold for storage, $249.99. The Groove 2 double stroller retails for $279.99.

The Angel Safe child carrier from Zak Kidz is designed for emergencies and features a reflective strip on the bright yellow nylon carrier. The carrier comes with a shoulder flashlight and whistle, and it rolls up flat when not in use, $75¨C100.

'Bout Kids' EZ-Fit adapter can be used to install almost any safety gate without drilling holes. The adapter is made of popular wood and comes with two straps and adhesive pads for installation, $19.98.

The new starfish monitor from Primo keeps track of both water temperature and level. Place the starfish at the desired spot on the side of the tub and it will beep when water touches it, helping prevent overflow, $19.95.

Bananafish is showing Moda, a contemporary bedding group with crisp stripes in brown and light green, $200¨C400.

Trendy Kids's fabric Totseat adjusts for high- and low-back chairs and has a cummerbund that works on open-back chairs as well. The seat holds babies between 6 and 30 months and it fits into diaper bags or purses, $34.99.

By popular request, DadGear has added a rugged camouflage print to its line of diaper backpacks, sports bags and messenger bags, $89.

Luna Lullaby is showing 44¡å ¡Á 44¡å 100% cotton swaddle blankets. The blankets are sold in packs of three and come with a DVD with swaddling instructions, $46.

Rose Floral Toile from My Baby Sam mixes a toile print with on-trend polka dots and stripes for a classic look with a modern edge. Coordinating accessories round out the feminine look, $240 for a four-piece set.

Boogaloo Toys is introducing a new line of educational bath toys, including Octobuddy, which floats and has activities in each limb.

Rashti & Rashti's plush blanket features Taggies-brand loops around an appliqued animal face, $24.

Global Design Concepts is launching Global Baby, a line of nursery bedding available in nine popular on-trend patterns, including Fishy (shown), Blooms, Airplanes and Circles. Four- and six-piece sets retail between $169.99 and $199.99, and coordinating accessories also are available.

With a light oval frame and a padded low-ride seat with five-point harness, the Tike Tech Trax360 is designed for performance, $279.99.

Levels of Discovery's Sweet Ride sports car rocker features fuzzy pink and white dice, a license plate, headlights and a dashboard panel that opens to allow access to the seat, $159.95.

Parent Pardners' Take-Along tether helps prevent bottles, sippy cups and toys from falling or getting lost, $15.95.

Sleeping Partners is showing a line of 100% organic cotton rompers with hand-stitched embroidery in sweet baby themes, $20.

Sozo's two-piece cotton jersey short set has snaps on the shoulder and an elastic waistband for easy removal. The set, available in sizes 0¨C6 and 6¨C12 months, retails for $29.99.

The Step2 Co.'s stock car bed combo transitions from a toddler to twin bed. A themed storage chest and dresser complete the look. The polyethylene group retails for $399.99.

The Korbie is a combination diaper bag, bassinet and changing pad. The bag opens up to reveal the bassinet, which has a mesh convertible canopy and terry cloth changing pad and safety harness. The canopy and changing pad both can be removed for washing.