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Sneak Peek: Hot Toys for Tots 2016

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February 19, 2016 By Autumn Rose Reo 19 Comments

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Toys just keep getting better and better! Even for the littles! We’re sharing Hot Toys for Tots as found at the North American International Toy Fair 2016! 

Oh, boy – we’re talking toys! This week I headed over to EyeOpenerTV to share some of the coolest toys you’ll be buying for birthdays, showers, and even Christmas! 


HABA USA Little Friends Bendy Dolls and Accessories // Ages 3+

  • 4 inch tall “bendy dolls” are made from flexible soft plastic, with metal wires inside which allow for them to be posable.
  • Compatible with all HABA dollhouse furniture as well as the Villa sunshine, dream-house and Dollhouse Annex (shown here).

 InRoad Toys PlayTape // Ages 3+

  • A Toy of the Year Finalist, PlayTape sticks to any flat surface and is easy to tear, reposition, and peel up without any residue.
  • NEW Hot Wheels PlayTape debuted at Toy Fair this year and will be available to consumers this summer!
  • Available in different colors and road styles

Yookidoo Musical Duck Race // For ages 6 month+

  • Finalist for the International Toys Award in Nuremburg
  • Battery operated musical duck water race & fountain
  • Cheerful music plays along with the activities with mute button – celebrating bath time and reducing water anxiety.
  • Leaf lever activates 9 random sound & water effects
  • Develops hand-eye coordination, cause and effect, and teaches colors and counting

SoapSox // Birth

  • Snuggle, cuddle, and play together all day, when it’s time for bath, bring them with you
  • Can help ease bath time anxiety/fears
  • The patented soap pocket transforms lovable SoapSox® into sudsy wash cloth
  • Debuted at Toy Fair New Line of Disney Baby Bath Toys Including Characters From Upcoming Summer 2016 Blockbuster Finding Dory

Lassig Casual Twin Bag // This one is for MOM and DAD! 

  • Perfect bag for parent of twins, multiple children or just looking for a roomier day-today bag option!
  • Main zipper pocket features plenty of space to hold diapers, extra clothing, toys and their favorite stuffed animals
  • Variety of zipper pockets and compartments to keep loose items organized and easily accessible.
  • Also included is an over-sized insulated bottle holder and over-sized, water-repellent changing mat,
  • Two external pockets located on each end of the bag can be used for water bottles, coffee mugs
  • Made of durable polyester and include carrying handles, shoulder strap and stroller hooks for added versatility. There is also an additional shoulder strap that can be used as a back pack strap.
  • Available in Zig Zag Black and White (shown) or Striped Zig Zag Navy

And because we love our parents, we’re giving away the LASSIG CASUAL TWIN DIAPER BAG! 

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Texas blogger, TV contributor, PR pro, and mother of two (including a son with a Congenital Heart Defect) , Autumn Rose Reo is always on the search for REAL SOLUTIONS for REAL PARENTS that REALLY WORK. From parenthood, things to do, reviews, style, recipes and more, she’s always cookin’ up something fun, resourceful and good to know! She’s frequently featured on TV sharing her solutions and in her spare time, she’s helping others promote their business with her own PR shop, The Reo Agency See what she’s burning, party she is planning, or what challenge she is taking on today.

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  1. Jeanette says

    February 19, 2016 at 10:39 am

    Sounds like a lot of nice toys are coming out this year. My son is post this age but I do have a nephew that’s just starting to get into this age I’ll have to check some out for his birthday.

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  2. Jeni Hawkins says

    February 19, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    That Lassig Casual Twin Bag looks awesome! Thanks for the great little list! I’ll be bookmarking this for the future, for sure.

    Reply
  3. Meagan says

    February 19, 2016 at 2:07 pm

    I love those adorable bath toys! The Lassig bag also looks dreamy!

    Reply
  4. Jenna Wood says

    February 19, 2016 at 2:27 pm

    Soap Sox sound like a wonderful way to bond with baby over bath time! I’d love to experience some of the bigger kids items in person- that Duck Race sounds like something different age groups could enjoy together.

    Reply
  5. diane says

    February 19, 2016 at 2:59 pm

    Looks like quite a collection of great products for babies. I remember those years…they always had a TON of gear and stuff to tote around.

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  6. Marcie W. says

    February 19, 2016 at 6:32 pm

    This is a great list and I appreciate that it includes some toys for babies as well. That bag is extremely fierce!

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  7. Crystal says

    February 19, 2016 at 7:12 pm

    I must have had a pretty boring childhood because toys keep getting cooler & cooler! I can imagine that PlayTape is going to be a hit this summer.

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  8. Ann Bacciaglia says

    February 19, 2016 at 9:49 pm

    This is a great list of toys. I have a little ones birthday coming up. I will have to pick something out from this list.

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  9. Lisa Bristol says

    February 19, 2016 at 9:51 pm

    Duck Race looks like a fun game to try. It would make bath time fun.

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  10. Sarah says

    February 19, 2016 at 11:34 pm

    Lots of great toys on this list. I love that most of them I haven’t even heard of. I’ll be digging into them for sure. I love getting the kids new toys.

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  11. Sabrina says

    February 20, 2016 at 1:23 am

    It’s always fun when there’s new toys for kids to play with! They get tired of old ones so quickly!

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  12. Aubrey says

    February 20, 2016 at 1:37 am

    Wow cool. A lot of neat toys I’ve never heard of.

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  13. Brandy says

    February 20, 2016 at 6:44 am

    These look like super hot toys for sure! I will have to see about getting some for the upcoming birthdays and holiday events!

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  14. Amy D says

    February 20, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    My kiddos were single babies, but I do have a friend with twins. I could not imagine hauling around baby gear for two-yikes!

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  15. Sarah L says

    February 21, 2016 at 7:03 pm

    Have to have water, food, toys & diapers.
    Thanks for the contest.

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  16. Sarah L says

    February 23, 2016 at 3:37 pm

    The link in the form for email signup goes to your FB page. I signed up at the top of this page instead.

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  17. Leidy Ruiz says

    February 24, 2016 at 12:20 pm

    my must haves are snacks, water and favorite toy

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  18. Heather Hayes Panjon says

    February 26, 2016 at 6:44 am

    My Must Have Is A Favorite Toy!

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  19. Sarah L says

    March 29, 2016 at 7:43 pm

    I got my bag today. It’s wonderful. Thank you very much.

    Reply

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