College friends and mothers Ellen Velez and Sarah Filipovitz created FlipFort after a 12-hour family road trip, and now make soft, breathable cotton-blend covers that turn car seats and full-sized strollers into cozy spaces for children. Their foldable design uses mesh ventilation, magnetic closures and adjustable straps to block sun and distractions while giving young passengers a calmer place to ride or nap. FlipFort is a woman-owned business with design and utility patents pending.
Woman-Owned Business
The Lily Pad CompanyThe Lily Pad Company was created by a mom who wanted a more comfortable way for children to rest during car rides. It makes a patent-pending neck-support wedge for young children in car seats or strollers, using open-cell memory foam wrapped in organic cotton; the products are made in the USA.
KibouBrooklyn moms Nell Shapiro and Stephanie Merks founded Kibou after meeting in a neighborhood baby music class and searching for a better way to carry life with a baby. Today, their cross-Atlantic company creates compact, hands-free bags for parents, including its original fanny-pack diaper bag with a detachable changing mat. Kibou also donates 1% of every sale to Hour Children, which supports mothers and children affected by incarceration.BROOKLYN, NY
mimish, incBrooklyn-born sisters Lisa and Jennifer founded Mimish, Inc. to make clever, affordable products for kids and families, including its patented Sleep-N-Pack that folds from a sleeping bag into a backpack. The family-owned and run company pairs playful design with practical features across its children’s indoor and outdoor accessories, while incorporating recycled materials and working toward PFAS-free products. Mimish is also certified through WBENC and WOSB as a women-owned business.DELHI, NY
Think KingA New York City mother’s search for a better way to manage her stroller became Think King, a maker of practical accessories that give parents and mobility users an extra hand. Founded by King-Yee Man after she designed her own stroller cup holder and hooks, the company is best known for its original aluminum Mighty Buggy Hook and adaptable Soft Buggy Cup. Think King LLC is certified as a Women’s Business Enterprise by WBENC, and its products are sold in more than 125 U.S. stores and over 75 stores worldwide.BOYDS, MD