Innovation Award 2025

Nominees Sustainability & Nature

Name: K+J
Start: 2026-09-15
End: 2026-09-17
Location: Koelnmesse GmbH

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Beruhigungssauger mit floralem Muster und Holzring mit 'nip' Gravur auf hellem Holztisch

Beruhigungssauger nip® Cherry® (Night, Newborn)

Nürnberg Gummi Babyartikel GmbH & Co. KG / Germany / Hall 11.2 | E11

nip Cherry - the most tooth-friendly of the round teats. It impresses with its round, breastfeeding-friendly teat made of soft, FSC-certified natural rubber latex, which offers babies a familiar feeling. The carefully coordinated, growing size concept has been combined with an extra-flat teat neck - for more tooth-friendliness and less pressure on the sensitive jaw area. The soft shape of the round teat is modeled on the mother's breast for easy switching between breast and teat. The soother's optimized, airy disc shape with rounded edge protects baby's skin from pressure points. The nip Cherry soother, size 1 has been tested by 100 midwives and awarded for its high quality (94% recommendation 11/2024, Germany). The soothers are made from >98% natural raw materials and comply with EN 1400. Soothers can be this natural.

COTTON MATTRESS

CANDIDE BABY GROUP / France / Hall 11.2 | B28

The Cotton Mattress – Eco-Friendly & Baby-Safe Mattress The Cotton mattress is made of natural components in our factory in France (Angers, 49). Its garnishing is unique: it’s a new innovative mattress block made of upcycled cotton fibers (taken from the Clothing Items Industry). This hypoallergenic fiber reduces allergies risks and allows a natural humidity and temperature regulation. Moreover, the soft and flexible cover is made of organic and pesticide-free cotton for the respect of the environment and baby’s health. The thermoregulation of the cover provides the necessary comfort in summer and keeps the heat in winter. This fiber is ultra- resistant and durable. The cover of this mattress is also removable at 360° and machine washable at 30°, making cleaning effortless.

Lexie Heating Pillow

KipKep B.V. / Netherlands / Halle 10.1 | D50

The Lexie is a heating pillow specially designed for (and by) women! Suffering from discomfort during pregnancy or after childbirth? With the Lexie: we got you covered! The Lexie is a medically certified (CE MD) product for natural pain relief. Based on research, the Lexie is specially designed to relieve pain (such as lower back pain, ligament pain, but even menstrual cramps, ect.) naturally. Due to its special shape (Form Follows Function), the pillow adapts perfectly and comfortably to your body. The warmth and distributed weight relieves pain and brings relaxation during pregnancy, constractions and/ or at first menstrual cramps. The Lexie can be used at the age 4+ and can easily heat up in the microwave.

smartrike Wonder max

Smart Trike Europe Logistic GmbH / Germany / Halle 10.2 | C8

It’s the only Trike in the world with an “easy-steer 360°” patent, a swift folding system that collapses in seconds, and a design compact enough to take it anywhere. One of the most forward-thinking aspects of Wonder’s design philosophy is its embrace of sustainable practices. As nearly 1 in 3 new parenting products shift toward eco-friendly materials, Wonder max meets this demand by exploring low- impact components, durable construction, and a multi-stage lifecycle that reduces waste. Because it grows with the child from 6 months to 3 years, Wonder max replaces multiple single-use devices — reducing clutter and environmental cost. This makes it both economically and ecologically smarter for families. Discover everything that makes Wonder max the ultimate travel trike for modern families. From smooth steering to smart, foldable design, here’s a quick look at its standout features: Easy-Steer 360° System: Effortless, smooth steering with one hand on any terrain. Reclining seat: 140 degrees reclining seat for your child's comfort. Lightweight & Foldable: Ultra-compact, folds in seconds, fits in airplane overhead. 2-Stage Pedal System: Starts as a footrest, converts to pedals for independent riding. PU Rubber Wheels: Durable, shock-absorbing, and ideal for outdoor use. One- Touch Brake System: Locks both back wheels with a single press for safety.

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