Summer Infant Launches Kiddopotamus Toy Collection, Developed To Inspire Play Between Parent And Baby

WOONSOCKET, R.I., Sept. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer Infant^®, a top global manufacturer of juvenile products, today announced the launch of its new Kiddopotamus brand and line of playthings, a new venture for the company. The inspiration and creation of the line came from the idea that adults and their young children experience a unique and strong bond when at play together. The animal-themed Kiddopotamus toys feature a multitude of tactile and interactive activities to keep babies, ages birth to six months and above – and their parents or caregivers – entertained and connected through purposeful laughing, smiling and sharing.

"I am excited to announce the expansion of Summer Infant's portfolio with the Kiddopotamus brand," said Georgi Morin, vice president of marketing. "We believe in the importance of playtime between caregiver and baby, and Kiddopotamus toys inspire interaction and bring about fun and laughter through interactive play."

At launch, Kiddopotamus features nine products:

Laffy Giraffy
Laffy Giraffy is fun from head to toe, literally. Laffy Giraffy's head has soft teethable areas that can be pushed to activate colorful spinning balls in his belly. His expandable arms can be pulled to arrange his hooves in silly poses, and his feet crinkle and squeak. The suggested retail price is $19.99.

Stack the Pack
Stack the Pack comes with three soft, stacking animal characters (an alligator, giraffe and toucan) that are interchangeable. Babies can stack the parts for many silly combinations, and chew away at raised textures intended for teething. They are great for bath time, too.  The suggested retail price is $19.99.

King of the Shape Sorters
In addition to teaching little ones eye and hand coordination, colors and shapes, this smart interactive toy also has many subtle play patterns hidden throughout for non-stop fun. Large shapes are easy for babies to hold while a squeaking nose will keep babies giggling. The large bowl with sieve bottom can also be used in the tub or a sandbox. The suggested retail price is $19.99.

Jiggypotamus
Jiggypotamus, a hippopotamus toy, is designed to entice babies to crawl. Sound and motion activated, when a parent or baby gives Jiggypotamus a tap or claps in his presence, the toy will giggle and shake across the floor to excite little ones. The suggested retail price is $19.99.

Peek-a-Boolaphant
Peek-a-Boolaphant elephant provides a new twist on the classic game of peek-a-boo. Moms and dads squeeze Peek-a-Boolaphant to activate his interactive ears, revealing his adorable face, surprising and intriguing baby. Little ones can also discover a silly squeak by squeezing Peek-a-Boolaphant's trunk and gaze upon their own reflections in his mirrored belly. The toy is a great tool to use during tummy time with baby. The suggested retail price is $14.99.

Have It All Ball
Parents and babies will have a ball discovering what Have It All Ball has to offer. This interactive plush toy features a multitude of fun colors, textures and ribbons that will grab the attention of any baby. With a simple squeeze of the Have It All Ball, a fun monkey character pops out to say hello. This toy also squeaks, crinkles and has a peek-a-boo mirror. The suggested retail price is $14.99.

Shake, Rattle & Teethe
Shake, Rattle & Teethe is a travel teether and toy designed to stimulate baby's senses and keep him or her entertained while on the go. The Shake, Rattle & Teethe has different sensory attachments:  squeak lion, teething monkey, mirror turtle and rattle toucan. All easily connect to an included travel ring that can be clipped anywhere, and it's perfect for strollers or car seats. There is also a large crinkle blanket that all toys can connect to for an added sensory experience. The suggested retail price is $14.99.

Safari So Good Bouncer
The Safari So Good Bouncer is a colorful, interactive bouncer seat that offers a unique play pattern with plush animal-themed puppets that invite parents into the play experience. Musical melodies and vibrations will keep baby engaged, and a two-position recline allows babies to be entertained from different angles. A full body support and three-point safety harness keeps baby safe and secure. The colorful plush characters are detachable to grow with a child as he or she becomes a toddler. The suggested retail price is $69.99.

Super Duper Seat®
The three-stage Super Duper Seat offers 360 degrees of floor time activity fun and a booster in one. It provides a secure and comfortable area for a growing infant to learn to sit up and interact with his or her environment. And as a child grows, so does the seat – from a soft foam support seat, to an activity seat and then a booster seat. The suggested retail price is $49.99.

Kiddopotamus toys are available now on Amazon.com, Kohls.com, and Diapers.com and will be available at Buy Buy Baby on November 1, 2015. For more information on the Kiddopotamus toy line visit: www.summerinfant.com. Also, check out Summer Infant on Facebook at www.facebook.com/summerinfant, Pinterest at www.pinterest.com/summerinfant, or on Twitter and Instagram @summerinfant. 

About Summer Infant, Inc.
Based in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, the Company is a global designer, marketer, and distributor of branded juvenile health, safety and wellness products (for ages 0-3) which are sold principally to large U.S. retailers. The Company currently sells proprietary products in a number of different product categories under the core brand names of Summer® and Born Free®, including nursery audio/video monitors, safety gates, durable bath products, bed rails, nursery products, booster and potty seats, swaddling blankets, bouncers, travel accessories, highchairs, swings, nursery furniture, infant feeding products, and car seats. For more information about the Company, please visit www.summerinfant.com.

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