Pediped Launches The Pediped Foundation

Leading children’s footwear company, Pediped, has announced the launch of The Pediped Foundation, which aims to provide financial support to children’s charities and organizations.

The foundation will work with charities dedicated to the health, education, necessities and personal fulfillment of children on a global scale. One hundred percent of the funds raised will go toward the organization.

Pediped isn’t new to charity work. Since the company’s inception in 2004, the company has donated nearly $700,000 in monetary and product donations to children’s charities, which includes $445,000 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation and more than 2,000 donated to children in Haiti.

Pediped will host the Purchases with Purpose fundraiser starting January 5 through February 6. During the fundraiser, select styles on www.pediped.com will be discounted, and sales from the promotion will be donated to the Pediped Foundation.

The January Issue of Baby & Kids Digital is Now Available

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• Playing In The Rain

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Toy Industry Association Launches Social Game

The Toy Industry Association has announced the launch of its virtual and social board game, called Play Happens, for Toy Fair attendees. During this year’s Toy Fair, which takes place February 13 through 16, participants are encouraged to check in via their smart phones at several locations through Manhattan. Each location earns a differing amount of points for the players on a virtual game point. Locations will include various tourist sights, neighborhoods, restaurants, entertainment venues and events.

The winners will receive a weekend for two in New York City over New Year’s Eve. The package includes airfare, lodging at the Marriott Marquis Hotel at Times

Guest Artists Collaborate on Childrens CD

The newest release in the line of award-winning Gustafer Yellowgold DVD/CD sets features songwriter Morgan Taylor and is set for release March 1.

The animated movie and pop rock concert for ages 4 and up features Morgan’s “musical moving storybook,” which weaves a storyline into soft-rock music videos. This multimedia children’s project also features guest artists John Stirratt and Pat Sansone from the alternative band Wilco, as well as John Munson, the bassist for Semisonic.

The newest release is entitled “Gustafer Yellowgold’s Infinity Sock,” and takes place in the title character, Gustafer Yellowgold’s, new home in Minnesota. Gustafer begins to learn about his new surroundings and encounters hilarious hijinks along the way.

The December Issue of Gift, Gourmet & Decor is Now Available

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• Neutral Spring Rugs

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Aurora Products Honored With Several Awards and Industry Recognition

Aurora World Inc. (www.auroragift.com), known worldwide for its high quality and affordable plush toys and gifts, announced recent awards and industry recognition for some of the company’s most popular plush lines, YooHoo & Friends, Milly – The Pinkest Kitten and My Dolly. The highly respected Parents’ Choice Foundation awarded YooHoo & Friends with a “Funstuff” award while Creative Child Magazine acknowledged Aurora’s best-selling brand with its “Seal of Excellence.” FunFare Magazine honored Milly, which debuted at retail earlier this year, as a “FunFare All Star.” Parents Magazine released its annual best toys guide in November, including Aurora’s multi-cultural My Dolly collection.

“The industry recognition is so valuable to our Aurora family. Every employee works tirelessly to bring the best plush toys and gifts to the marketplace,” says Michael Kessler, Aurora’s SVP of sales and marketing. “Everyone at Aurora deserves this recognition – they are the heart and soul of the company.” On the heels of the award wins, Kessler says all three of the product lines should see expansion in 2011.

Aurora’s YooHoo & Friends line includes over 100 styles based on animals (many endangered) from around the globe. The corresponding free, interactive website, www.yoohoofriends.com includes games, educational materials, quizzes, downloads, a place to raise and care for your YooHoo, and kids and collectors can learn more about the animals and their habitats.

Aurora’s My Dolly line includes seven dolls that Kessler says “are super soft and huggable.” Parents Magazine says, “Most importantly, little girls can identify with how they look and dress.” Aurora’s FunFare Magazine “All Star,” Milly, features a precious pink kitten as freestanding plush, in dress up or even via portable scented (chocolate, strawberry and vanilla) toy pet carriers. “Girls love kitties and pink, so Milly is just what they are looking for. Plus, with the scented carriers, Milly is portable,” says Kessler.

MD Moms Introduces Silky Smooth Baby Gift Set

As the winter months get colder, mom and baby may have dry, itchy skin. This collection of essentials from MD Moms Baby Silk line, the first pediatrician-developed personal care line for babies, keeps baby (and mom) silky smooth from nose to toes. The gift set includes Daily Skin Protection Moisturizing Balm, Soothing Bottom Relief Diaper Rash Cream and Delicate Skin Comfort Silky Liquid Powder. All items come in a reusable keepsake box. The suggested retail is $58. For more information, www.mdmoms.com.