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Thank you for your time today. As we mentioned, we are conducting a survey on behalf of The Children's Place.


We would like to invite you to take a 5-10 minute survey and be entered for a chance to win a $25 giftcard at The Children's Place!

At completion of the survey you will be asked to enter your e-mail address. Winners of a giftcard will be contacted via e-mail.

Your answers will help us improve our products, services and store environment. We need your honest opinions on the questions to come. All information you provide will be kept strictly confidential and will not be used for selling purposes.



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* Which of the following best describes how often you are involved in the purchase of clothing for children ages 10 and under - either for your own children or for children you are close to?
 
Always
 
Almost always
 
Sometimes
 
Rarely
 
Never
 
 

* Do you work for any of the following types of companies:

  • a retailer

  • an advertising agency

  • a research firm

  • a children's products company?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
* Have you visited a Children's Place location or shopped on the website for Newborn (sizes 0-12M) in the past year?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
How about in the past 6 months?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
When shopping for newborn clothing, who are you shopping for?
 
Girls
 
Boys
 
Both
 
 
 
What age newborn are you shopping for?
 
0-3 Months
 
3-6 Months
 
6-9 Months
 
9-12 Months
 
12-18 Months
 
Other
 

 
 
 
Have you made a purchase at The Children's Place in the past 6 months?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
Please enter your zip code or postal code
   
 
 
 
Thank you for your time today. The following questions are about products you may find in a Children's Place store. We would like your honest feedback on what you think about these products. Your opinions will help The Children's Place on perfecting what you the customer is looking for in our stores.

Please be as open and honest as possible.

Thank you!
 
 
 
How often do you shop or browse at any retailer for newborn clothes, shoes, or accessories?
 
2-3 times a week
 
Weekly/at least 3 times a month
 
1-2 times a month
 
Every 2-3 months
 
Every 4-6 months
 
Once a year or less
 
 
 
How often do you shop or browse at The Children's Place for newborn clothes, shoes, or accessories?
 
2-3 times a week
 
Weekly/at least 3 times a month
 
1-2 times a month
 
Every 2-3 months
 
Every 4-6 months
 
Once a year or less
 
 
 
Which of the following statements best describes your shopping behavior for newborn clothing?
 
I purchase most newborn items ahead of season and very few based on immediate need
 
I purchase some items ahead of season and some items based on immediate need
 
I purchase most items based on immediate need and very few items ahead of season
 
 
 
About how far in advance do you usually purchase newborn items for the upcoming season?
 
In season
 
1-2 weeks ahead of season
 
1 month ahead of season
 
2-3 months ahead
 
Other
 
 
 
 
Do you shop for older children (ages 1-10) as well?
 
Yes
 
No
 
 
 
About how far in advance do you usually purchase items for older children (ages 1-10) for the upcoming season?
 
In season
 
1-2 weeks ahead of season
 
1 month ahead of season
 
2-3 months ahead
 
Other
 
 
 
 
Regardless of when it is available to you, what is the time of year when you typically buy clothing for cold weather (pants, long sleeves)?
 
A year ahead of time, during an end of season sale
 
As soon as the clothing arrives in the store, regardless of the weather outside
 
When the weather starts to get colder, regardless of the particular time of year
 
Cold-weather clothing isn't necessary where I live
 
Other
 
 
 
 
Which statement best describes how you shop for children's clothing during a typical season:
 
I make one big trip to buy the majority of my clothes
 
I purchase a few items at a time as the season progresses
 
Other
 
 
 
When would be the ideal time to purchase the following items:
January February March April I never need this item
Short sleeve dresses
Long sleeve dresses
Shorts
Knit pants
Long sleeve shirts
Jeans
Short sleeve shirts
 
 
 
What is the time of year when you typically begin purchasing the following items?
 
 
 
Which of the following do you feel should always be in stock, regardless of the time of year?
 
Jackets
 
Tank tops
 
Short Sleeve onesies/body suits
 
Skirts/Skorts
 
Long sleeve shirts
 
Long Sleeve onesies/body suits
 
Winter outerwear
 
Shorts
 
Sweatshirts
 
Dresses
 
Sweaters
 
Leggings
 
Tights
 
Bathing suits
 
Other
 

 
 
 
The Children's Place has my neighborhood's climate in mind when selecting the clothing for my local Children's Place store
 
Strongly Disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neutral
 
Agree
 
Strongly Agree
 
 
 
I feel other retailers (aside from The Children's Place) have my neighborhood's climate in mind when selecting the clothing for my local store
 
Strongly Disagree
 
Disagree
 
Neutral
 
Agree
 
Strongly Agree
 
 
 
Based on your experience, what retailers have products to fit your particular climate?

Please select all that apply

 
Sears
 
JC Penney
 
The Children's Place
 
Gymboree
 
Buy Buy Baby
 
K-Mart
 
Kohl's
 
Walmart
 
Macy's
 
Babies R Us
 
Target
 
Crazy 8
 
Toys R Us
 
BabyGap
 
Old Navy
 
Other
 

 
 
 
When shopping during the months of January, February, and March, what assortment of sleeves lengths would you like to see on newborn clothing?
 
Mostly short sleeve
 
Mostly long sleeve
 
A mix of both
 
 
 
What is the time of year when you typically begin purchasing long sleeves and pants for newborns?
 
July
 
August
 
September
 
October
 
November
 
All year round
 
Other
 
 
 
 
What is the time of year when you typically begin purchasing short sleeves and shorts for newborns?
 
February
 
March
 
April
 
May
 
June
 
All year round
 
Other
 
 
 
 
* What percentage of your newborn's wardrobe is made up of clothing you purchased compared to clothing received as a gift?
Purchased myself
Received as a gift
0
Values must add up to 100
 
 
 
Was there a particular size of newborn clothing that you received most often?
 
0-3 Months
 
3-6 Months
 
6-9 Months
 
12 Months
 
No - I received a variety of sizes
 
 
 
Was the clothing you received mainly layette items, basic items, or fashion items?
 
Mostly layette items (newborn essentials, take-me-home outfits, etc.)
 
Mostly basic items (knit pants, bodysuits, stretchies, etc.)
 
Mostly fashion items (fashion denim, dressy clothing, etc.)
 
An assortment of all kinds of clothing
 
 
 
What items are you mainly purchasing for your newborn?
 
Mostly layette items (newborn essentials, take-me-home outfits, etc.)
 
Mostly basic items (knit pants, bodysuits, stretchies, etc.)
 
Mostly fashion items (fashion denim, dressy clothing, etc.)
 
An assortment of all kinds of clothing
 
 
 
* About what percentage of your newborn's wardrobe (received and purchased) is composed of layette, basic, and fashion items?
Layette items (newborn essentials, take-me-home outfits, etc.)
Basic items (knit pants, bodysuits, stretchies, etc.)
Fashion items (fashion denim, dressy clothing, etc.)
0
Values must add up to 100
 
 
 
On an average day, what type of outfit do you usually dress your newborn in?
 
Knit Playwear
 
Woven shirt with Jeans
 
Onesie with knit bottom
 
Dress
 
Onesies/Bodysuits
 
Sleepwear
 
Coveralls
 
Other
 
 
 
Do you use any of the following newborn accessories? If so, please indicate if it was a gift or an item you purchased.

Check all that apply

I use this item Purchased myself Received as gift I do not use this item
Hats
Headbands
Bath towels/Washcloths
Burp towels
Receiving blankets
Booties
Mitts
Dishes/Utensils
Swaddles
Bibs
 
 
 


Does your newborn sleep in stretchies and/or two piece pajamas?
 
Stretchies
 
Two piece pajamas
 
Both
 
Neither
 
 
 
Does your newborn sleep in any of the following?
 
Sleep sacks
 
Swaddles

 
 
 
What does your newborn sleep in?
   
 
 
 


Which type of sleepwear would you prefer for your newborn?
 
Stretchie
 
Two-piece set
 
 
 

Just For The Record

The following demographic questions are to make sure we listen to all types of customers. All answers will be kept confidential.
 
 
How many children do you have?
   
 
 
 
What ages & genders are your children?

Please check all that apply

 
Newborn Girls (0-12 months)
 
Baby Girls (1-4 years old)
 
Big Girls (5-7 years old)
 
Big Girls (8-10 years old)
 
Newborn Boys (0-12 months)
 
Baby Boys (1-4 years old)
 
Big Boys (5-7 years old)
 
Big Boys (8-10 years old)
 
Other
 

 
 

Please estimate your total family income
 
Under $25,000
 
$25-34,999
 
$35-49,999
 
$50-74,999
 
$75-99,999
 
$100-150,000
 
Over $150,000
 
Prefer not to answer
 
 

* Which of the following categories best describes your ethnic background?
 
Caucasian/White
 
African American/Black
 
Latino/Hispanic
 
Asian
 
Prefer not to answer
 
Other
 
 
 
* Please select your country of residence
 
United States of America
 
Canada
 
 
 
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Yes
 
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