A 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.
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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
FlipFortCollege 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.HUDSON, OH
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
Piggyback RiderCreated in 2009 by three Lifshitz brothers who were looking for a better way to take their children along, Piggyback Rider makes standing child carriers that let toddlers ride on a non-slip bar while adults keep their hands free. The family-owned company’s compact carriers, tested first by the brothers’ eight children, support children from age two up to 50 pounds and are designed for outings ranging from hikes to crowded theme parks. Piggyback Rider also operates a Special Needs program inspired by one inventor’s daughter, who used the carrier to stay involved in family activities while living with a rare muscle disease.BETHESDA, MD