The Baby Show, a public expo of baby and kids products, was held at Moore Park, Sydney, over the weekend, and we had our KidStyleFile Sydney correspondent Annie on the scene. For those who couldn’t make it to the event Annie’s reportage will get you up to speed. Enjoy! – Angela
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My husband and I had a great time at The Baby Show in Sydney on the weekend. It was very well set out, and the baby changing room, feeding zone and crèche were fantastic and would have made the outing a comfortable one for new Mums and Dads.
The show was ‘The Essential Event for your pregnancy, baby & toddler’ but we both agreed that there was actually very little there that catered for the toddlers. Overall I think the show was good and would have been fantastic for any expectant or new mothers.
All those you would expect to be there were – Pumpkin Patch, Oobi, various nappy and formula companies, photographers, many of the pram/stroller brands, as well as an obstetrician looking to drum up business.
There was a large number of stands selling a variety of cloth nappies and every one of them was constantly crowded. The other popular items were baby slings, and there were a quantity of different varieties on offer.
Here are 5 of our favourite stands from the show:
1. Cot Couture: Contemporary Infant Bedding – www.cotcouture.com.au
Cot Couture was one of my favourite stands. It was impossible to walk past their beautiful, fresh and bright designs. They perfectly describe themselves as being an ‘eclectic mix of contemporary, unique and classic style’. With a range of 40 different fabrics to choose from there is a design to match any style of nursery. If you prefer something completely original then custom designed and embroidered quilts are also available.
All of Cot Couture’s cot and bassinet comforters, cot quilt covers, single bed quilt covers, pillowcases and cushions are handmade in Adelaide.
2. Britt Design – www.brittdesign.com.au
I couldn’t help but fall in love with the little teddies looking up from the table. They were simple but incredibly soft and in beautiful colours. They certainly passed the cuddle test (several times).
The cute teddy bear theme is carried through on much of her clothing range, bibs and nappy bags. There is also a range of faux fur teddies, booties and vests to choose from.
3. Bottomsup – www.bottomsup.com.au
Bottomsup are a range of natural, organic baby skin care products with a cute name and an equally cute logo.
Their range of products includes Balmy Bottom Butter, Shampishioner, Body Wash and Moistsurpriser. Not only do their products smell amazing but they will leave baby’s skin, hair and bottom feeling beautiful and soft (and they’ll make Mum or Dad’s hands feel and smell terrific too).
I’ve sampled many baby skin care products but this is by far my favourite.
4. Madison Lane – www.madisonlane.com.au
Madison Lane had a beautiful range of clothing from their online store but the super bright pettiskirts and bold hats, which seem to be all the fashion this year, were what caught my eye.
On display were Jamie Rae Hats and headbands with their big bold flowers. Some of the hats on display were incredibly cute and would look great with a little summer dress. They also had a large range of Blue Racoon one-off design hats which were adorable and seemed to be a hit with everyone.
5. The Woombie – www.thewoombie.com.au
Marketing itself as ‘the next generation in swaddling’ the Woombie could be the answer to many unsettled nights and hour after hour of re-wrapping a baby who can escape from every other type of wrap/swaddle on the market.
Made from 4 way stretch fabric in a peanut shape to fit baby’s contours, the Woombie still allows baby to move but also keeps them feeling snug and secure, prevents the startle reflex and stops any face scratching.
The best part is that it is incredible easy to put on even the wriggliest of babies. Just one zip and they are all wrapped up. I don’t think even my little escape artist would have ever got out of one of these!
Choose from the Original Woombie for a baby who fidgets and startles, The Lil’ Houdini Woombie for the extra strong escape artist or when it gets colder there is a Winter Woombie range.
Other notable products:
WeeRide – www.WeeRide.com.au – a bike seat for children aged 1-4 that mounts in front of the cyclist rather than behind. I’ve never liked the idea of not being able to see what sort of trouble the kids may be getting up to when your back is turned and this would solve that problem.
Myblanket – www.myblanket.net.au – Personalised cot-sized blankets. There are so many different personalised gifts out there but these blankets were so wonderfully soft and seemed like the sort of personalised gift you could actually use rather than put away never to be seen again.
Please check individual stores for stockist/postage and delivery information.
