Posted on: Saturday, May 20, 2006
SATURDAY SCOOPS
Geared up for baby
By Catherine E. Toth
Advertiser Staff Writer
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9TH ANNUAL NEW BABY EXPO
With appearance by Stevanne "Dr. Toy" Auerbach, Ph.D. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and tomorrow Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall 239-2229 www.newbabyexpo.com
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Looking for a new high chair? Need a night light to clip onto your jogging stroller? Want a diaper bag that matches your hip style?
Check out the new products at the 9th annual New Baby Expo this weekend at the Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall.
The event, which caters specifically to Hawai'i's prenatal and preschool market, will feature more than 150 booths showcasing the latest in products and services.
Here are some of the cool new products on display this weekend:
| BUMBLERIDE STROLLER |
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Super trendy, these strollers offer more than just a comfortable ride for your little one. They're for modern parents looking for some individuality along with function. These strollers start at around $300. Sold locally at Cupcake Boutique, 377-8578; and USA Baby, 671-2242. Visit www.bumbleride.com.
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| JU-JU-BE DIAPER BAG |
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These bags are spacious, waterproof and super cute. The company even has a line hip enough for dads. Sold locally at USA Baby, 671-2242. Visit www.ju-ju-be.com.
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| BEBE AU LAIT NURSING CANOPY |
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If you are shy about breast-feeding in public, these oversize canopies help mommies feel more comfortable and confident. And they're stylish. Sold locally at Hot Mama Maternity, 737-2737; Makena Mother and Baby, 734-2323; Love & Sweet Peas, 263-PEAS; The Growing Keiki, 637-4544; USA Baby, 671-2242; and Bellies in Hilo, (808) 934-7611. Visit www.bebeaulait.com.
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| MOBI TYKELIGHT |
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The dual light mode features — along with an ultra-bright LED — keep you and your child visible at night. The light lasts up to 100,000 hours and attaches easily to strollers and diaper bags. Visit www.getmobi.com.
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| COMBI TRANSITION HIGH CHAIR |
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This lightweight and portable high chair transforms into a toddler chair and table. Sold locally at Baby Emporium, 596-4868; Kahala Kids, 737-6200; Kelsey's Baby Specialties, 486-9000; Ohana Daze, 625-7774; USA Baby, 671-2242; Keiki Time in Kahului, (808) 893-0404; Aloha Kona Kids in Kona, (808) 896-3169; and Bellies in Hilo, (808) 934-7611. Visit www.combi-intl.com.
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| MOBICAM MONITORING SYSTEM |
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This award-winning wireless handheld video monitor system is the most compact and portable one around. It's mountable, voice-activated and boasts night vision. Visit www.getmobi.com.
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Images courtesy of Family Expositions
Reach Catherine E. Toth at ctoth@honoluluadvertiser.com.
