Quick Answer: MacroBaby's team was on the ground at Kind + Jugend, one of the world's largest baby product trade fairs, held in Germany, checking out the newest releases firsthand. Highlights include an electric wagon stroller collaboration between Wonderfold and Porsche, new colorways and a bassinet-style model from Mercedes-Benz by Hartan, the Axkid Zero rotating car seat with extended rear-facing capacity, smart nursery gadgets from bbluv, a long-battery video monitor from Motorola, a new all-in-one travel system from Britax, and an updated reversible seat for the Thule Urban Glide 3, which MacroBaby already carries in store.
Kind + Jugend is one of the largest baby and toddler product trade fairs in the world, held annually in Germany. It is where major stroller, car seat, and nursery brands preview what is coming next, often months before those products reach stores. MacroBaby's team was there in person, walking the show floor to see the newest releases before they reach the US market, and here is a roundup of some of the most talked-about highlights from this year's show.
Wonderfold's Electric Wagon Stroller, Now With a Porsche Collaboration
Wagon strollers have become a favorite for families with multiple children, and Wonderfold showed off an electric version built to carry up to four kids. According to the brand's presentation, the electric wagon can self-balance, assist with pushing on uphill stretches, and help control speed on the way down. The standout piece at the fair was a special edition developed with Porsche, featuring integrated lights and Porsche-inspired styling.
Mercedes-Benz by Hartan: New Colors and a Bassinet-Style Model
Mercedes-Benz returned to the stroller category through its partnership with German stroller maker Hartan, showing new colorways of its existing lineup along with a few details that stood out to visitors. The frame includes a built-in adapter for the Mercedes infant car seat, so no separate adapter piece is needed. The brand also emphasized how easy the stroller is to fold and highlighted the breathable, lightweight fabric used on the seat. Alongside the stroller lineup, Mercedes-Benz introduced a bassinet-style model designed to be used from the newborn stage, and an AMG-branded version with sportier orange accents.
Axkid Zero: A Rotating Car Seat With Extended Rear-Facing Capacity
Axkid has built its reputation around extended rear-facing car seats, and the brand's fair display continued that focus with the Axkid Zero. Signage at the booth listed the seat's rear-facing range as up to 21 kg (about 46 lbs) and 61 to 125 cm in height, with a forward-facing range up to 36 kg (about 79 lbs) and 100 to 150 cm. The seat also rotates, which is designed to make loading and unloading a child easier without needing to reach across the car. While the Zero itself was not yet available for purchase, MacroBaby currently carries the Axkid ONE 3, a similar extended rear-facing model from the same brand.
bbluv: Smart Gadgets for the Nursery
bbluv brought a handful of practical nursery products to the fair. A nasal aspirator designed to work without the parent needing to suck through a tube was one of the more talked-about items, along with a room sensor that reads the temperature and suggests what the baby should wear based on the reading. The brand also showed a silicone teether that can go in the freezer to help soothe sore gums, a hands-free breast pump, and a beach tent with a built-in water play area. MacroBaby already carries the bbluv Rino Nasal Aspirator, a filter-free, battery-operated option similar to the one shown at the fair.
Motorola: A Baby Monitor Built for Longer Battery Life
Motorola introduced new additions to its baby monitor lineup, including one version that connects to a smartphone and one that operates independently. According to the brand, battery life on the new model can last up to 21 days because the camera only activates when it detects motion or sound instead of running continuously. Other features include 2K camera resolution and a night light that changes color. MacroBaby carries the Motorola PIP1610HD Connect, a WiFi-connected video monitor with motorized camera.
Britax: A New All-in-One Travel System Called Phases
Britax is launching a new travel system called Phases, built to follow a baby through multiple stages rather than requiring separate purchases along the way. It comes as a complete system that includes an infant car seat from the start, aimed at parents who want one connected setup instead of piecing components together themselves. While Phases had not yet launched at the time of the fair, MacroBaby currently carries the BOB Gear Wayfinder Travel System from Britax, a complete infant car seat and stroller combo available today.
Already at MacroBaby: The Thule Urban Glide 3 Gets a Reversible Seat
Not every highlight from the fair is still months away. The Thule Urban Glide 3, already available at MacroBaby, was shown with an updated reversible seat option. This three-wheel, air-tire stroller is built for running and outdoor activity, with a hand-operated brake that makes it easier to control on uneven terrain.
What This Means for Parents Shopping Now
Trade fair announcements give a preview of where baby gear is heading, but most of the products shown at Kind + Jugend are not yet available for purchase in the United States, and release timing, pricing, and final specifications can change before they reach stores. If you are shopping today, MacroBaby already carries current models from several of the brands featured at the fair, including Axkid, bbluv, Motorola, Britax, and Thule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kind + Jugend?
Kind + Jugend is one of the world's largest trade fairs for baby and toddler products, held annually in Germany. Brands use the show to preview upcoming strollers, car seats, and nursery gear, often before those products are available to buy.
Is the Wonderfold electric wagon stroller available to buy yet?
The electric wagon and the Porsche collaboration shown at the fair are new releases previewed at the show. Availability and timing for the US market had not been confirmed at the time of the fair.
What is the Axkid Zero's rear-facing weight and height range?
According to the specifications shown at the fair, the Axkid Zero supports rear-facing use up to 21 kg (about 46 lbs) and 61 to 125 cm in height, then forward-facing use up to 36 kg (about 79 lbs) and 100 to 150 cm.
Does bbluv's room sensor actually tell you what to dress your baby in?
According to bbluv, the sensor reads the room temperature and gives a clothing suggestion based on that reading. It is meant as a general guide, not a substitute for checking on your baby directly.
How long does the new Motorola monitor's battery last?
Motorola says the new model can run up to 21 days on a single charge because the camera activates only when it detects motion or sound, rather than recording continuously.
Is the Thule Urban Glide 3 available at MacroBaby right now?
Yes. The Thule Urban Glide 3 is currently available at MacroBaby, both online and in the Orlando showroom.
MacroBaby carries a wide selection of strollers, car seats, and nursery essentials from trusted brands, with new arrivals added regularly as they become available in the US market. Our team travels to trade fairs like Kind + Jugend to see what's coming next firsthand, so our customers always know what's ahead before it reaches shelves. Visit the stroller collection or the car seat collection online, or stop by our Orlando showroom to see current models in person.
