Nursery Industry

MACLAREN STATEMENT

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Following a great deal of debate and comment in the UK over recent days concerning Maclaren buggies, with particular regard to the exposed side hinges which facilitate the opening and folding the buggy, Maclaren Europe Limited wishes to clarify its position.

CONGRATULATIONS TO COLEEN AND WAYNE ROONEY

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In the news recently the birth of Kai Rooney, son to Coleen and Wayne Rooney was announced and this picture was splashed all over the national press.

BPA Response to recent safety concerns about folding pushchair mechanisms

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Following today's reports in the national media regarding safety concerns with umbrella folding pushchairs and a recent product recall in the United States by Maclaren, the Baby Products Association has issued the following statement to UK national media:

Another exclusive distribution deal for 2012

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

2012 Ltd has been appointed as exclusive European distributor for the Cinch Tummy Wrap by Anew. Generations of tradition, wrapped with modern technology, the Cinch Tummy Wrap is the newest sensation. The Cinch is specially crafted to motivate new mums to get back their healthy shapes with a single wrap by focusing on the stomach with its function and added support.

Tidy Books bookcase wins two awards in the Right Start Toy Awards 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Tidy Books has�won "Gold" in the "Best Investment Buy" category as a product that has great long term play and usage value, and also a "Gold" in the Nursery and Baby Accessories Category......

Welcome

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

I found myself wondering this week where the year has gone! Since I began here in March the months have flown by - first stop was the Harrogate show, then the much anticipated Kind + Jugend, and only last month my very first Baby & Child. As sponsors of the Launchpad I naturally felt very supportive toward Baby & Child and so I was delighted when the doors opened Sunday morning and the hall soon filled with excited visitors, all keen to discover the �next big thing'.

2009 London return hailed a success

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

As the doors closed on BPA Baby & Child 2009 the general consensus from both exhibitors and visitors was that the move back to London was a good one. BPA Baby & Child offered a huge variety of products which was fantastic for retailers and many of the show's regular exhibitors reported their best show ever. As sponsors of the Launchpad, Nursery Industry talked with a number of new and established companies whose stories we bring you in our show review.

A record breaking year for Skibz

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Skibz is celebrating a record year when it comes to coveted industry awards. It won the prestigious Practical Pre-School Gold award 2009 for product innovation in September and in the same month was named as a finalist for the 2009 Practical Parenting awards and awarded Top Gear status by dad's magazine FQ.

BPA Baby & Child a �one stop shop' for all the latest products

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Lorna Smith, creator of Baby Aid, a great new take-anywhere first aid kit for babies and children was very pleased with what the show had to offer. Her product Highly Commended at the Baby & Child Recognition Awards, she said: "I have met buyers and taken some very good orders". A major department store and Independent retailer were at the show and snapped up Lorna's product - another example of what the Launchpad can do for start-up businesses.

Celebrating the birth of Baybeez

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

It all started on a rainy day in January 2009. My partner and I were getting ready to head off to our respective jobs in different companies. We had known for a while that redundancy was on the cards because of the deep recession the world was diving into, but we didn't expect the postman to deliver both of our P45's on the same morning.

Credit Control - A firm grip

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Making customers WANT to pay

The first step is to ensure customers want to pay within agreed terms. The very best way to achieve early settlement is to make it in their interest to do so.

Just who is setting the trends here?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

To get a retailer's perspective, we caught up with Vicky Denby of Mummy and Little Me, which caters for the maternity market.

I think if there is one industry that has changed hugely in the last 30 years, it's the Maternity Industry. Twenty years ago when my elder sister was busy breeding, apparently unless you went down to some very posh expensive shop in London then there really was nothing on offer. However, thanks to a massive demand, fashionable maternity seems to be a must have...hoorah we say and about time too!

Dr Bee Electronic Nasal Aspirator - a Big Hit at The Baby Show

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

How often have you seen a child with runny nose?!? Dr Bee is putting an end to that. Parents, as well as parents-to-be, who visited The Baby Show in Earls Court last month, showed lots of enthusiasm and interest in our nasal aspirator. Despite of approximately 80% of our sales going to parents of babies and toddlers, we had lots of great discussions with parents-tobe and provided them with information about our product, to buy when their precious baby arrives.

The Content&Calm ProtectiShade

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

ProtectiShade is the only product on the market that gives children 360 degree protection from the sun when travelling in the car. It's a unique portable canopy that fits over all standard car seats (from Group 0 to Group 2) that provides shade from the sun from all angles (and also allows a child to sleep on the move.)

Five times safer with BeSafe

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Gro Company is the exclusive distributer of car seats and travel accessories from the market-leading award-winning Norwegian BeSafe brand.

The Gro Company changed the way UK parents put their babies to bed by the invention of the Grobag and their mission today is to make parents in the UK aware that using rearward facing car seats up to the age of four is five times safer than using forward facing ones.

Questions of ethics answered at retail

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Research has revealed that baby skin is a staggering 30% thinner than adult skin, with a large proportion of what is applied to the skin being absorbed. Worryingly, the majority of non-organic baby toiletries contain potentially harmful parabens, synthetic fragrance and mineral oils. Parents are right, therefore, to be asking questions about the products available to them and as retailers, it is vital that you have a full understanding of how a product promoted as natural, organic or environmentally friendly is produced, to enable your customer to buy with confidence.

Stylish Dining from Tippitoes

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Shortlisted in this year's Mother & Baby Awards' High Chair Category, the Tippitoes Aristo High Chair has proved a great success with retailers and consumers. Crafted from solid beech, Aristo epitomises the current trend for contemporary styling yet without compromising on comfort and practicality. Available at a price that will certainly rival its competitors, the Aristo's natural finish and flowing lines are supremely elegant whilst the all over use of solid beech wood upholds traditional standards of craftsmanship. The result is a durable, long-lasting, stylish and affordable high chair, �must have' qualities for today's discerning consumers. The seat height is adjustable and the chair has a multi positional footrest. The "piece de resistance" of this stunning high chair is, however, clever integration of easy to use fixings for the adjustable features.

Time for tea?

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

With lots of different models to choose from, the most important features will be safety and functionality. A high chair needs to be strong, durable and as mess is guaranteed, easy to clean too. In today's modern homes, space is often an issue, so you need to identify which room mealtimes will be taken in to help your customer make the most practical choice. Where space is at a premium, online parenting resource babycentre recommends a highchair that is easy to fold and store away.

Just who is setting the trends here?

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

To get a retailer's perspective, we caught up with Vicky Denby of Mummy and Little Me, which caters for the maternity market.