Mamas & Papas Unveils Armadillo Stroller at ABC Kids Expo

Nearly half of the dollars spent by Americans on their strollers are on models that are not meeting modern families' needs, according to a Mamas & Papas survey conducted by Kelton in August 2013 and released at the ABC Kids Expo, the premiere trade show for baby gear and juvenile products. Recognizing that there is room for improvement within the industry and remaining committed to delivering innovative products, Mamas & Papas is excited to introduce its newest stroller, the armadillo.

The survey found that 1 in 2 parents with children under the age of five are not extremely satisfied with their current strollers. Additionally, more than two in three parents (68 percent) feel that it is better to have a secondary stroller than to have a single stroller for all of their activities. In fact, more than 21 percent have purchased three or more strollers for just one child.

The armadillo meets the needs that parents expressed in the survey, including ease of open and fold. 58 percent of parents believe that their current stroller is not as easy to open and fold as they would like it to be, while 48 percent cite ease of open and fold as their top desired feature. The armadillo quickly and easily opens, and folds in seconds with just one hand. Its innovative inward fold also protects the fabric, while its large, comfortable seat for baby lies flat for use from birth and is well padded for long naps.

The Call for Entries Opens for the ICON HONORS 2014

The fifth edition of ICON HONORS recently opened with the 2014 call for entries inviting retailers, manufacturers, sales agencies and service providers to compete for top recognition in the home and gift industry's most coveted mark of superior achievement.

With a stable of more than 50 honorees selected through rigorous judging from among thousands of submissions and nominations recorded over its first four years, ICON HONORS recognizes the highest levels of professional and personal accomplishment. Submissions and nominations are fielded across an array of categories. ICON HONORS are conferred annually in July in conjunction with The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market on what is universally recognized as the most anticipated and important night in the home and gift industry.

ICON HONORS is produced and staged by AmericasMart Atlanta in exclusive partnership with the Gift & Home Trade Association (GHTA) and Progressive Business Media, and in affiliation with Gift For Life. For 2014, the ICON HONORS categories of competition open to submissions and nominations expand with the addition of Branding, which joins the continuing Innovation, Contribution and Achievement categories to offer entrants an important new recognition celebrating pure marketing/branding achievement in three divisions: Brand Identity Development/Brand Launch; Brand Identity Development/Brand Continuity; and Brand Identity Development/Rebranding.

All ICON HONORS submissions and nominations are made exclusively online at AmericasMartICONHONORS.com.

Angelcare Enters into Global Agreement with journeyBee/Magic Bed

Angelcare, innovators in the baby care category for their full-range of products including baby monitors and the newly-launched bath support line, continues to expand its product line through a new manufacturing, distribution and licensing agreement of the journeyBee playard in the U.S. and Magic Bed in the rest of the world. The agreement grants Angelcare exclusive worldwide distribution rights, and is slated to hit retailers worldwide in December.

"The journeyBee/Magic Bed is a one-of-a-kind, innovative playard and Angelcare can now leverage its extensive worldwide retail distribution to make products available to parents around the globe," said Maurice Pinsonnault, Chief Executive Officer of Angelcare. "The product line nicely compliments our current line of high-quality monitors and baby bath support that provide parents with peace of mind."

Already recognized as an award-winning, must-have playard internationally, journeyBee (in U.S) is the ultimate playard that provides a secure, comfortable place for babies to rest and play. Weighing just over 10 lbs, its innovative design provides caregivers the ability to open and close in seconds, making set up and folding easy and fast with no tools required. The product also comes complete with a durable outer case, handle and comfortable shoulder strap and is available in a selection of fashionable patterns and colors.

7 A.M. Enfant Debuts New Collection for the Winter 2013 Season

Winter outings with little ones can be an adventure in itself for parents. To protect against harsh weather conditions, 7 A.M. Enfant, the premier outerwear accessory company has your baby essentials covered! Devoted to creating timeless and innovative products in the children's market, 7 A.M. Enfant strives to create smart solution-based products parents can use for their children for years to come.

The new Carseat Cocoon is designed to slip easily onto any car seats, eliminating the need for heavy jackets and layers while on the go. The micro-fleece lining keeps little ones warm while the elasticized base secures the Cocoon over any car seat to ensure safety is not compromised. Designed with convenience in mind, the central and shoulder zippers allow for easy access and ultimate protection from the harsh winter elements.

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