MOM2B Maternity Trade Show March 2009

Please join them for the MOM2B Tradeshow, March 19, 20, and 21 on the 13th floor of the California Market Center! The Spring '09 show will showcase some of the most unique and innovative maternity and parenting brands in the industry, as well as guest speakers, educational seminars and a cocktail event on the 20th (more info to come). Below is a list of current exhibitors along with a brief summary of company description for your reference.

Lilo Maternity knows how expectant women feel because their company was started and continues to be run by women who have gone through the pregnancy experience. Lilo Maternity carries a full line of top quality clothing exclusively tailored to fit the needs of pregnant women through every stage of pregnancy. Their products are made from a variety of fabrics, including imported cottons, cashmeres, silks and more. They believe that pregnant women should be able to maintain a cultured yet modest appearance throughout their pregnancy. They offer a selection of colors and cater to many different tastes and styles. Their collections include skirts, sweaters, t-shirts, tops and shirts. The line is known for being casual, comfortable, top quality, and affordable, with a variety of styles and colors to suit the discriminating customer. Their excellent quality and originality will ensure that their customers look their best throughout their entire pregnancy.

At Ta-ta For Now, we design feminine, flattering, and yet functional clothes for breastfeeding moms. Our stylish nursingwear features hidden yet easy to access openings so moms can nurse discretely and comfortably. Breastfeeding is a wonderful experience and we want moms to look and feel their best as they nurse anywhere, anytime!

Go Belly Go's due date maternity necklaces are a stylish way to celebrate the mom-to-be. This one-of-a kind necklace comes with the "Due In" month stamped into a beautiful rectangular pendant.. Proud moms-to-be are able to wear the necklace from day one to let the world know that their little one is on the way. Flip over to engrave a special message or the baby's name and birthdate. Packaged in a keepsake tin makes giving it as a gift as effortless as it is thoughtful. Pendant is made of polished zinc and strung on an 18" sterling silver chain. Can be worn every day during pregnancy and kept as a special memento to pass along to the child. Go Belly Go is offering a M2B special of 10% off every order placed prior to and during the show. We are happy to ship internationally.

Kicky Pants - A comfortable and incredibly sustainable bamboo clothing line ideal for mothers and babies, Kicky Pants offers playful and charming styles while being extraordinarily breathable, soft and cozy for all seasons. Kicky Pants was created in 2008 when Erin Cloke was on bed rest while pregnant with her second child, and Kicky Pants continues to be a family run business, co-owned, and operated by Erin and her husband, Nick. The line has received a great deal of celebrity attention, and its great price points make it an
ideal choice in this economy! In fact, many of its retailers report it as the best selling line in their stores! All fabrics and designs are exclusive to Kicky Pants, and the process is maintained from the fabric mill to the finish.

Penelope's 9 Month Closet - Brimming with off-beat, fashion forward yet casual, super-comfy designs in scrumptious garment dyed colors and delightful silk screened prints that can be layered or combined with styles already in their closets, moms-to-be can forget about "maternity clothes" because P9MC presents absolutely unique investment pieces in sophisticated natural fibers combined with hi-tech blends that will take them to their blessed event and beyond. Bamboo, organic cotton, Tencel, Supplex & Lycra in
pointelles, burnouts, jacquards, jerseys, fleece & rib knits feel delicious and caress her body before and after the precious baby bundle of joy arrives. Ladies in waiting will look seriously gorgeous and feel like a princess in every P9MC outfit today and tomorrow, because these clothes are totally of this moment yet absolutely timeless too! Mommy's going to love the way she looks, P9MC guarantees it!

The Original BIBEZ - BIBEZ first came to thought back in 2007 when the owners and creators had their first child, They designed BIBEZ for the "Family on the Go!" . This makes putting a bib on every baby EZ! They have the Industry's 1st and only "Strapless" bib on the market with their patented design. The Bib is designed so you never have to reach around your child's head to attach it. It easily attaches on the front of your child and is easily removed the same EZ way without even waking your sleeping child. The BIBEZ system has clever accessories that attach to their system like their space saving neck pillow, no more bulky pillows in the diaper bag!. Everything in the BIBEZ system is made with your baby in mind, Because at BIBEZ "They got you covered!".

ITA-mED Co. is a well established, dynamic and vibrant company located in South San Francisco. Considered to be one of the most "green" manufacturers of home health care and women's health care products, many of ITA-mED's braces and supports are unique due to the extensive use of natural, breathable and non-allergenic fabrics.

The Gabrialla Maternity and Women's Collection was created to combine medical with aesthetic qualities to make the experience of pregnancy less painful and more enjoyable. The collection also helps women get back into shape and look their best after delivery. It's a smart choice that helps the new mother maintain a healthy, active life and feel positive about her body.

Gabrialla back supports, hosiery and slimming girdles are designed to lessen the debilitating effects of pregnancy, such as swollen feet, varicose veins and an aching back. ITA-mED's philosophy is, "If you feel better, you'll look better too."

BornFit is the perfect fit for women searching for ultra-comfortable clothing without sacrificing their sense of style. Searching for pieces made with the finest quality fabrics, unique styling details and at an excellent price point? This line will inspire moms and have them feeling good throughout pregnancy and beyond! As a company founded by two moms, BornFit understands that looking good is about feeling good. Their solid belief is that strong bodies are what produce that confident spirit within each of us and their product reflects this vision. Whether it's working out at the gym, running around after a little one or grabbing lunch with friends.....BornFit will have moms feeling good from the inside out! www.BornFit.com

Polished Mama - Launched in 2008, Polished Mama nontoxic, no odor nail polish is the brainchild of labor and delivery nurse and lactation consultant, Kristin Polston. With polish color names apropos of motherhood like "Craving" and "Stretch Mark," and her Ooooh Ma Ma French manicure kit and Last Chance for a Pedicure! kit, it is clear that this mama behind Polished Mama knows her way around the world of pregnancy and babies! Kristin respects the need to stay away from toxic chemicals that could leech into breast milk and even amniotic fluid and is careful that all of the Polished Mama products are pregnant mother and mother Earth friendly. Currently sold in select online and brick-and-mortar maternity boutiques, Polished Mama is meeting the consumer's push for safe cosmetics during pregnancy and beyond.

QT Intimates - La Leche League International has supported nursing moms for years. So who better to introduce a new line of bras and intimate apparel designed just for breastfeeding moms? This lovely collection was developed with the busy on-the-go mom in mind. Options include sports bras, strapless bras, hands-free pump bras and plunge bras that offer day-to-night choices for comfort and ease in nursing. LLLI recommends purchasing three nursing bras: one to wear, one for laundry, and one to have clean and ready in your drawer. With these great new styles and affordable prices, you can stock up in style!

LAmade Maternity is designed for the fashion conscious mother who is looking to maintain her stylish ways. Tissue jersey tanks and tees, micro modal dresses, and French terry silhouettes make the LAmade mom look classic and comfortable. The life of this line exceeds beyond the pregnancy months as many pieces transition to accommodate any post pregnancy wardrobe.

Notice - Notice gets you noticed!!! Colorful prints and solids, awesome dresses and sportswear. She loves to wear Notice to her showers, weddings and special occasions.

Kalencom - A New Orleans based company, Kalencom has been in business for over 35 years and known for fun and fashion forward diaper bags and accessories. Kalencom offers consumers a very wide range of hip styles, colors and patterns. Each bag comes with their signature accessories which are all removable, making the diaper bag a great tote for mom after baby no longer needs a diaper bag.

Kalencom manufactures environmentally friendly products. All fabrics used in the line are AZO free and no Phthalates, such as DEHP, DBP or BOP.

boob - Boob Nursing Wear is a Swedish patented invention with an exceptionally beautiful fit. Nursing tops and dresses feature a double layer of fabric over the bust so that an overlapping opening is formed...it is simply pushed aside with one hand, making nursing comfortable and discreet!

Boob Maternity Wear's beautifully designed clothes are made of pure and natural materials, stylish, comfortable and designed withjust enough lycra to expand as you grow and then shrink down to original size after you have your baby.

Hotslings - Dedicated to being on the cutting edge of fashion, Hotslings is the leading designer of soft baby carriers in America. Every season our slings hold true to the colors of the runway with unique and original prints. Hotslings offers modern parents a functional accessory for every outfit.

[bump] babies inc. Show off your expanding belly with our [bump] tees, tanks, vees & macros. We have 8 new designs and our entire line has a new look. New this year at Mom2B are our [bump] dresses with 4 different styles to choose from. They are super sexy and extremely comfy. Also come see our new [bump] daddy tees for the papa in question.

Two Plums Papers - Created in 2005, Two Plums is designed by owner and noted artist, Sheryl Cancellieri, with a single focus in mind: to create sentimental products that are unique, fun, and beautifully designed with a universal appeal. The famous Two Plums Birth Blessing Kit came about when Sheryl and her good friend were pregnant and marveling at their growing bellies and the profound experience of pregnancy. They hosted Birth Blessings for one another sharing uplifting love and support. Soon after, Two Plums was born, hoping to connect people kit by kit.

Bella Mama is THE essential skin care for expecting moms. Our range of pregnancy skin care products and postpartum care are created with the highest quality natural ingredients, blended with delicacy and care by a master herbalist, aroma-therapist and natural skin care specialist. Our products are designed to soothe and comfort dry skin as well as prepare the skins elasticity to stretch, relieving itchiness and bodily irritations experienced with pregnancy, labor and nursing. Bella Mama....pure, simple & useful skin care for all women who could use a little pampering during this changing and sometimes challenging time.

Baby Bella Maya - Launched in the spring of 2005, Baby Bella Maya quickly gained the attention of retailers and celebrity moms with the introduction of designer slipcovers for baby front pack carriers. Baby Bella Maya was soon expanded with coordinating baby blankets, car seat covers, headbands and adorable Mary Jane-style booties, which have been scooped up at record pace by moms across the country. Last fall, Baby Bella Maya expanded again with the introduction of their new adjustable Pouch Sling, Gift Sets, as well as their Baby Lacy Leggings. Combining soft and comfortable fabrics for baby and style for mom, Baby Bella Maya offers a variety of designs from pretty silks and damasks to fun animal prints. Baby Bella Maya products are available at specialty baby boutiques nationwide and online atwww.babybellamaya.com

Poppy Pants diapers all started in 2005 at a kitchen table with a a hand-me-down sewing machine. After a few tries and a few willing friends to help designer, Kirsten Alderson, try out the new diapers, she came out with the first Poppy Pants All-in-one Diaper. She wanted to design an ultra trim cloth diaper that was just as fashionable as it was functional. The desire to create this product came from her own daughter who was unable to use disposable diapers and she wanted a easy to use, beautiful, and light weight alternative to the old fashioned diapers and more modern but extremely bulky diapers that were available. She is presently selling Poppy Pants in Boutiques in Austin and Houston Texas.

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