Introducing es + es Luxury Children's Apparel

Featured in the September 2013 issue of Vogue UK, es + es is a luxury children's brand based in the heart of New York. The brand is a fashion-driven, lifestyle brand for girls' sizes 4-12 that produces their garments with only the highest quality textiles and trims. As always, all es + es products are produced in the USA.

At es + es, being aware of their global footprint is as important as ever. They manufacture domestically and use sustainable textiles wherever possible. Es + es' goal is to provide their clients with a fantastic, high-end shopping experience. In four short years the company has already attended the Cannes Film Festival and presented their Fall/Winter 2013 collection during Los Angeles Fashion Week.

Emerald Completes Acquisition of GLM

Emerald Expositions, Inc. (Emerald) and George Little Management, LLC (GLM) announced today that Emerald has completed the acquisition of GLM from Providence Equity Partners (Providence) for $335 million.  The purchase price, including transaction expenses, was funded by $200 million of debt and a $140 million equity investment from Onex Partners III.  Emerald was acquired by Onex Partners III in June 2013.
 
GLM creates face-to-face buying, selling and networking platforms for designers, product developers, manufacturers, retailers and operators through more than 20 leading tradeshows including four of the largest 100 trade shows in the U.S. GLM's tradeshows serve industries as diverse as home furnishings, home textiles, stationery and paper products, giftware, tabletop, gourmet housewares, contemporary furniture and interiors, personal care, art & design, antiques & jewelry, fashion, board sports & resort lifestyle, and e-commerce. GLM has approximately 130 employees and operates out of six U.S. offices.

Kids Travel the World Through Baking

Families with little ones will enjoy the Handstand Kids Baking Around the World Kit. Packaged in a baking box with a set of four silicone baking cups and a child-friendly whisk, the Baking Cookbook kit introduces kid chefs ages 3 to 12 to the world of baking. Delicious and healthy recipes like All-American Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies, PB&J Cupcakes, and Mexican Chocolate Cake will take your little chef around the world through your own kitchen. The recipes are leveled from 1 to 4 cupcakes so you will know the age appropriate level for your little chef.

Too many blankets, heavy clothing and high room temperatures increase the risk of SIDS

As a result of the severely cold weather spreading across the nation, First Candle is reminding parents and caregivers to be sure to avoid overheating their babies. Babies are sensitive to extremes in temperature and cannot regulate their internal body temperatures well. Studies show that multiple layers, heavy clothing or blankets and warm room temperatures can increase the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Room temperature should be set at what would be comfortable for an adult. Babies may be at risk of overheating if they are sweating or feel hot to the touch.

Other precautions to be taken year round to reduce the risk of AIDS and other sudden infant deaths include always placing babies to sleep on their back at naptime and nighttime, never exposing babies to tobacco and making sure there is nothing soft, loose or fluffy in the sleep area. NEVER fall asleep with your baby on an adult bed, sofa or armchair. The safest place for a baby to sleep is in a crib that meets current safety standards, on a firm mattress that fits snugly and is covered by only a tight-fitting crib sheet. Research also shows that using a pacifier when a baby is placed to sleep can significantly reduce the risk of SIDS. Find more information on pacifiers and other SIDS risk reduction measures on the First Candle website.

"First Candle is proud to have been a long-time partner with the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) and American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in the national Back to Sleep campaign, credited with reducing SIDS rates by nearly 60 percent," said First Candle Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Dr. Nadine Goldberg. "We remain committed as a partner in the newly launched Safe to Sleep campaign to continue educating families and professionals on the importance of safe sleep in preventing infant deaths."

In the United States alone, more than 4,000 babies die suddenly and unexpectedly before reaching their first birthday. The majority of these deaths are the result of unsafe sleep practices and preventable. "Working together, we can help ensure that every bay is given the best possible chance to reach not only his or her first birthday, but many happy birthdays beyond," said Goldberg.

Squeez'Ems Reusable Food Pouches Make It Easy to Give Kids a Healthy and Nutritious Snack in a Hurry

Heading off to another soccer, basketball, hockey or volleyball practice and wondering how to give your kids something healthy on-the-go? Squeez'Ems reusable food pouches are perfect for busy, sports-minded kids (and nutrition minded parents:). They are super easy to fill, clean and store. Squeez'Ems reusable food pouches are ideal for parents who want to give their kids a healthy, nutritious snack when away from home. They are great for yogurt, smoothies, applesauce or any blended food. Because Squeez'Ems reusable food pouches can be filled with whatever the parents choose, they are a great solution for those concerned over the nutrition content of premade store-bought food pouches which can often be filled with sugar or preservatives. Squeez'Ems are also BPA, PVC, and phthalate free. Because they are refillable and reusable, Squeez'Ems are an earth-friendly choice and perfect for families concerned about the environment. So, before your child heads out to soccer practice, make sure you toss a Squeez'Ems in his or her bag!

Squeez'Ems are comprised of just one piece to eliminate the worry over losing parts. They feature a new screw top lid that turns clockwise to prevent accidental opening. It guarantees a tighter, 100 percent leak-proof seal! Also, the pouch has an open window so there's no guessing what’s inside.

JPMA Reports 2012 Sales and Sees Increase in Online Buying Trends

The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA) is pleased to report the U.S. market for juvenile products was approximately $2.97 billion in manufacturer sales for 2012, up from $2.72 billion the previous year.

The juvenile products market is defined by this study as everything for infants and toddlers excluding consumables and apparel. This figure represents total sales through all distribution channels including mass merchandisers, discounters and specialists, independent juvenile, department stores, drug and grocery stores, warehouse clubs, and e-tailers.

Highlights of the statistical study include:

More than $2.1 billion of juvenile products were sold through mass merchandisers, discounters, and specialists. Smaller companies transacted a much larger percentage of their total dollar sales through e-tailers and independent juvenile retailers than did mid-size and large companies in both 2011 and 2012. Small companies, with sales less than $5 Million, experienced the largest shift in sales, dramatically increasing their transactions through e-tailers (40% in 2012 compared to 25% in 2011).

According to the recent study, Moms and Media 2013, on average, moms have five devices connected to the Internet. With so many moms (and dads) connected virally, it’s no surprise parents are taking advantage of the ease of buying online. And according to Moms and Media 2013, an overwhelming 83% of moms choose Facebook as the champion social networking service for connecting with brands and companies.

Dallas Market Center Reaches 15,000 Facebook “Likes”

Dallas Market Center (DMC) recently announced that the company has reached more than 15,000 “Likes” on its Facebook page. The page serves as a resource for buyers, exhibitors and industry fans covering a range of industries. The platform provides the opportunity to share trends, showcase product offerings, facilitate the exchange of ideas and much more.

“Watching our social networking program flourish has been incredible,” said Meredith Hite, VP, corporate communications, Dallas Market Center. “We’re proud to have such a strong following and thank our social community for interacting with us on a daily basis. Creating conversations and sharing information is what it’s all about. We look forward to connecting even more buyers and sellers in 2014.”

Dallas Market Center has established a following of more than 20,000 people on its social platforms including: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram. According to a study conducted by eMarketer, an estimated amount of more than 1.61 billion users worldwide logged in to social networks monthly in 2013, increasing 14.2 percent from 2012.