It has been reported that, despite the recession, the number of trade visitors to K+J increased by more than seven per cent this year. Around 18,000 trade visitors from 95 countries came to gain an extensive overview of the market, creating a very positive atmosphere at the stands of the 781 exhibiting companies.

Kind + Jugend, the world's leading trade fair for baby and toddlers' outfitting products, not only sets new trends every year; it also serves as the mood indicator for the entire sector. From 17th to 20th September 2009, approximately 800 companies from about 40 countries will come to the Cologne exhibition centre to present their latest products in the segments of children's furniture, safety seats, textiles, prams, hygiene articles, toys and fashion for babies and toddlers. The trade fair continues to show signs of growth, which has even resulted in an expansion of the total exhibition area.

When was Kind and Jugend established?

Koelnmesse conducted its first trade fair for the baby and toddler outfitting sector in 1960. The event was called, simply enough, "baby". At that first event, which took place from 7th to 10th January 1960, a total of 50 exhibitors presented prams, 27 showed buggies and 52 suppliers exhibited babies' and children's fashion at the event. The event's gross exhibition space was approximately 17,000 m². Since then, the trade fair has developed in a very positive fashion and has been complemented with further segments.

Bottle Buddy is a powdered formula dispensing product which accurately counts a predetermined amount of powdered infant formula into a bottle.

During the show we will be sharing our strategic developments and the work currently underway to support and strengthen our market position. It is an extremely exciting time at Lindam as we continue to grow and adapt to better meet the needs of retailers and the end consumer.

The Cuddledry brand is known worldwide for creating the original organic ‘hands-free' baby bathing apron - a bestseller in over 30 nations globally.  Cuddledry returns to Kind + Jugend with its ever-expanding range for babies and toddlers at bathtime, swimtime and on the beach.

How can you resist? Try this best-selling mild and gentle natural babycare range - everything you need including our new degradable eco nappy sacks, bodywashes, bubblebaths, body lotions, creams and biodegradable wipes. The range has won several prestigious awards, has a loyal following amongst mums, looks so cute on your shelf and offers great value for money.

Britax, which has been at the heart of passenger safety for over forty years, will be showcasing a number of new and exciting developments at this year's Kind & Jugend Show in Cologne and the BPA Baby & Child show in London, which are set to add an extra dimension to the car seat and wheeled goods market in 2010.

Come and experience the latest addition to the Micralite range, the Superlite. The Micralite Superlite is the ultimate no-nonsense, 21st century stroller incorporating all the unique Micralite features in a refined, pared down, stylish package.

Skibz, makers of the stylish dribble bib that looks like a fashionable bandana, are launching a new range of designs for 2009-2010 collection at Kind und Jugend, stand no F-051, Hall 11.3.

Clippasafe, the leading child safety product manufacturer, will present two new product prototypes at this year's Kind + Jugend.

For years now child car seats in the CONCORD LIFT series have embodied the highest levels of safety. The new CONCORD LIFT CORE (Group II/III) takes the recipe for success a step further, setting an even higher benchmark in terms of side impact protection.

MAM exhibits at the Kind + Jugend fair in Cologne (Germany) from September 17th till 20th, please be sure to visit MAM's stand at hall 11.2, booth A010 to view our full brand re-launch.

NScessity the specialists in safety, health and monitoring are expecting a very busy show this year at Kind & Jugend in Cologne.  Showing their full range of electrical products for the nursery including Monitors, UV wear, Nursery Air Improvement and Feeding products.  Several new products will be on show for the first time prior to their UK launch and the NScessity team are looking forward to being rushed off their feet for the 4 days of the show.  Be sure to visit the NScessity stand whilst you are in Cologne.

OiOi is gearing up for the cooler months with some hot new bags showcasing the Autumn Winter 2009 collection.

Totseat, the washable squashable highchair, is delighted to announce the arrival of Bramble - a beautiful baby sister for Chocolate Chip.  Weighing in at 260g, Bramble is the latest stylish addition to the Totseat family.  Winner of Gift of the Year 2009, Totseat is perfect for every family on the go - securely and comfortably harnessing a baby (8-30 months) in an adult chair.

Did you know that the weight of your head compared to your body gets less as you get older? A baby's head weighs around one third of their total weight, which means the thin vertebrae of the neck are susceptible to serious damage if the head is thrown about.

Multi award winning baby wipe company, Clearly Herbal will be exhibiting at this year's Kind + Jugend show in Hall11.2 Stand G-049.

Close Parent's enhanced product range extension for 2010 will be unveiled at Kind und Jugend. The team has been working tirelessly over the last nine months on new product development to leverage on the success of the pop-in^TM nappy system. The introduction of the pop-in^TM accessories range, to include four new products - the free and dri changing mat, change and go mat, hooded towel and training pants - will provide retailers with an opportunity to increase sales across the range with innovative, stylish products.

Last year they brought us the award winning Sleep&Go multifunctional baby carrier, distributed exclusively in the UK by Gabe & Grace Ltd. Its uniqueness and versatility winning it Fianalist status at Kind und Jugend 2008. Now they have done it again this time with SleepinAmaka, an accessory which can add another dimension to the carrier and a finalist in this year's awards.

The Clevamama^TM award winning Soother Tree^TM is compact, fast and a simple way to sterilise soothers. 

If you're looking for new innovation, first class safety products and some welcoming friendly faces, make sure you stop at Dorel's stand at K&J.

At Kind und Jugend 2009, visitors will see how Tippitoes has continued to expand its choice of products and how the company has held its promise of exceptional quality at affordable prices. This year's show will see the exciting launch of the EZE Stroller, a robust stroller with a multitude of practical functions.

The Buggysnuggle Company will be launching their 2010 collection at Kind und Jugend this year. Included in the new collection are the Bobbles and Raindrops designs, all created in house and only available direct from Buggysnuggle.

Exhibiting for the first time at the show, Little Bird Told Me will be presenting a sumptuous range of traditional yet innovative Nursery Products and Infant Toys.

Naturalmat is the leading UK manufacturer of 100% natural fibre and organic mattresses. Each mattress is made by hand in Devon using the finest raw materials, all of which are from renewable sources. We use Soil Association certified organic wool and organic coir fibre to produce the most widely recognized mattress brand in the Nursery market. We stock all standard sizes as well as Stokke, Boori and Leander shapes and sizes. We also make to measure to any size required.