I wasn't sure what to expect when I went to Dorset Bump to Baby Show but I am so glad that I booked tickets! There were so many things to learn, I met loads of helpful people and businesses.  There was a large variety of stalls, all offering different services and professional advice.  My husband and I felt that everyone was friendly and informative and we didn't realise how much was out there for the expectant parents and new born babies!  We both enjoyed the whole experience and look forward to next year! – Isobel Dade

Dorset Bump to Baby Show | Bournemouth | Dorset's only one-day pregnancy, birth and baby event!

Dorset Bump to Baby Show was first conceived in early 2017 and entered the world with a bang in July 2017 with our very first event held at The Riviera Hotel in Bournemouth, hosted by Katy & Anna aka Hey Mummy, with guest speakers Milli Hill and Mark Harris.  9 months later we were back for more, with a bigger and better event at Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre sponsored by Lucina Fitness and Pippa Brown Photography.

On 3 November 2018 we held our first ever 'Seasonal Showcase' sponsored by Puddle Ducks Dorset, bringing together some of THE best international brands, independent retailers and service providers of all things pregnancy, birth and baby all under one roof, on one day, to provide YOU with THE best baby show experience in the run up to Christmas 2018.

As parents ourselves we understand what it takes to raise a child and how important it is to have the right people around you when life gets tough AND to enjoy the good times with.

At the very heart of Dorset Bump to Baby Show is our passion for helping new and expectant parents to find their village.  We pride ourselves on only working with businesses and service providers who we trust and believe in.  In fact, many of the exhibitors form part of our own 'mum village'!

Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre was the place to be on Saturday 3 November 2018 as this wonderful venue provided the perfect setting for our Dorset Bump to Baby Show 'Seasonal Showcase'.

With 60 exhibitors showcasing some of the best pregnancy, birth and baby related products, clothing, toys, gifts and services available locally, refreshments and a relaxed seating area, buggy park, baby and toddler soft play area (courtesy of My Party  - Soft Play Hire), Messy Play & Mark Making with Alex from Little Learners and sling hire (courtesy of Dorset Sling Library) a great day was had by all!

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​'Seasonal Showcase' Exhibitor Directory (confirmed as of 3 November 2018)

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The Art of Words | Dorset
Lovingly handmade, high quality prints.  Custom orders available.  As seen on Etsy https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/TheArtofWordsDorset

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Baby Sensory Bournemouth 
Baby Sensory offers multi-award winning classes that introduce babies to a world of sensory delights. https://www.babysensory.com/bournemouth-central/

Because I said so - shop
Fun, fashionable clothes for mums and mums to be including maternity, nursing, play-date and twinning outfits. 
​www.becauseisaidso-shop.com

Bournemouth Day Nursery
Caring & teaching children so that parents balance their work & life commitments
Ofsted Registered Day Care for children for ages 0-5 years & siblings to aged 8. Open from 07:30 to 18:00
https://www.bournemouthdaynursery.com/

Bournemouth BraLady (Event Organiser) http://bournemouth.bralady.co.uk/​

Professional maternity and nursing bra fitting and sales service in the comfort of your own home.  Where your comfort and your little one's needs come first.  
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http://bournemouth.bralady.co.uk

Boolins Organic
Handmade baby and toddler accessories and clothing.  Burp & feeding cloths, snoods & neck warmers, hoodies & leggings crafted in Devon from deliciously soft bamboo and organic cotton. 
https://www.boolinsorganic.co.uk

BirthROCKS Bournemouth & Birth Journey Doula & Childbirth Educator 
Supporting families through pregnancy, birth and beyond.  Birth & Postnatal Doula, Childbirth Educator and Breastfeeding Peer Supporter covering Bournemouth & surrounding areas.
http://birthjourney.co.uk/

​Bobbin & Lace
Beautifully handcrafted keepsake bunnies and quilts.  Lovingly made to order by Abigail in Dorset.
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CalmFamily Dorset
Providing evidence-based information on all aspects of your baby’s development in an accessible way. 
​https://www.calmfamily.org
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Coastal Path Creations
Coastal Path Creations was founded in 2013 and mainly focuses on the designing, making and selling nursing and teething necklaces. The collections include ‘Chewy’ silicone necklaces, soft crochet necklaces, hard wooden necklaces, and many more. We also stock genuine Baltic amber jewellery, natural wooden teethers, breastfeeding mementos, and much more!
https://www.coastalpathcreations.co.uk/

The Creation Station Bournemouth  (Showcase Exhibitor)https://www.thecreationstation.co.uk/kids-art-classes-and-parties/bournemouth-dorset/

We will be showcasing our Tiny Treasure events and offering show visitors the opportunity to create some special Christmas art keepsakes or gifts by capturing those first precious tiny footprints.  We will provide the inspiration and you can add the finer details for something truly special and unique. 

Chico Jacks (Showcase Exhibitor) https://chicojacks.co.uk/​

Breastfeeding friendly nursing clothes.  Award winning breastfeeding friendly twinning sets.  On a mission to #normalisebreastfeeding

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Daisy First Aid
Daisy First Aid is a multi award winning business that provides baby/child first aid classes for you, your family and friends in the comfort of your own home.
​https://www.daisyfirstaid.com/kerry-paediatric-first-aid-Bournemouth/
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Dorset Sling Library (NFP)
Spreading the love, joy and convenience of babywearing (and toddler/child wearing!) to families in and around the Dorset area.  Dorset Sling Library will be providing sling hire (£2.50 for half day, £5 for full) on the day so park up your buggy and enjoy a stress free Baby Show experience as you get to enjoy snuggles with your little one AND experience all that Dorset Bump to Baby Show has to offer.  Trained Babywearing Consultants will be available on the day offering demos and advice on a wide range of slings and baby carriers available, suitable from birth to preschool age. https://dorsetslinglibraryblog.wordpress.com/

Dorset Parent Infant Partnership (NFP) https://www.dorpip.org.uk/who.php
Dorset Parent Infant Partnership (DorPIP) is an independent local charity that provides a specialist service to support parents and primary carers to form safe, secure relationships with their babies across Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole. 
www.dorpip.org.uk 

Dorset Doulas 
A Doula is someone who supports women and their families, emotionally and physically, during pregnancy, childbirth and early parenthood. During childbirth, the Doula provide continuous support to the labouring mother and her partner to include; emotional support, comfort measures, information about birth choices and labour progression, and helps aid communication between the mother and her healthcare professionals.  The Dorset Doulas are a group of Doulas working independently to provide antenatal, birth and postnatal support in Dorset and surrounding areas.  Come and meet the lovely Sarah Sayer-Early Days Doula (Bournemouth) & Leila de la Mare Dorset Doula to find out more about how a doula can support you and your family.
https://dorset-doulas.co.uk/

Dorchester Hypnobirthing Meet Corinne, trained hypnotherapist specialising in hypnobirthing. https://www.facebook.com/dorchesterhypnobirthing/

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Elle Letters Elle Letters is the place for all things hand lettering and modern calligraphy.  Beautifully handcrafted prints, cards, envelopes & more created by Elle in Dorset.  Custom designs available.  As seen on Etsy.
http://www.elleletters.co.uk/http://www.elleletters.co.uk/

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Families and Babies Dorset (FAB) (NFP) FAB provide peer support services offering evidenced based information & support to help improve health & well-being within families. ​https://www.familiesandbabies.org.uk/pages/dorset-poole-and-bournemouth

Fiona Moorey Photography Bournemouth Photographer specialising in Wedding Photography, Newborn Photography and Family Photography.
https://fionamooreyphotography.com/

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Glitter and Sparkle Co.
Specialising in personalised and bespoke handmade gifts & home decorations for all occasions. Beautifully handcrafted by Paige.  Custom orders available. As seen on Etsy. http://www.etsy.com/shop/glitterandsparkleco

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Individuality Swimming & Fitness 
Swim school for all ages and abilities.  Facilities across Bournemouth and Poole. https://individualityswimmingandfitness.co.uk/index.asp

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JoJo Maman Bebe The UK's favourite boutique mother & baby brand.  Shop stylish maternity clothes, baby & children's clothes & products.  Online & in-store.  
https://www.jojomamanbebe.co.uk/

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Kit 4 Kiddies Nursing Covers Handmade nursing covers, dribble bibs and teething rings.  Beautifully handcrafted by Louisa in Dorset.
https://www.kit4kiddies.com/

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Lucina Fitness Specialists in pregnancy exercise training and fitness for both prenatal and postnatal women in Dorset and Hampshire.
https://lucinafitness.com/

LUSH UK Bournemouth Inventors of the bath bomb and home of bath art.  Vegetarian, vegan and cruelty free cosmetics, handmade by real people fresh from our kitchens straight to your bathroom.
https://uk.lush.com/

Loving by Nature is a new baby shop in Dorchester, in the De Dannan Centre on London Road.  Stocking a range of cloth nappies, clothes and accessories and some beautiful things made by the good people of Dorset.
https://www.lbndorset.com/

Little Pickles Markets Held at indoor venues, Little Pickles Markets give you with the opportunity to buy or sell everything needed to raise your Little Pickles.  From maternity wear to nursery furniture, bikes, books, DVD’s, games, clothes, toys the list goes on.  Costing just £1 to enter (no charge for Little Pickles of course!) you’ll be able to save your family £100’s by shopping nearly new.
​https://littlepicklesmarkets.co.uk/

Little Learners Bournemouth Encouraging every child to make their mark... Little Learners is a unique & exciting messy play and mark making program devised by a qualified teacher. Designed for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers to learn to write through play.https://littlelearnersuk.com/franchise/bournemouth-poole-christchurch/

​LittleNoodle Kids wear for all shapes & sizes.  Trendy, cute & comfy to protect the smallest of Noodles!
​https://littlenoodle.co.uk/

Luxury Baby Boxes & Nappy Cakes Lovingly hand-packed to order, a keepsake gift box from Luxury Baby Boxes is the perfect present for a  new mum and baby.  Or add  a stunning centrepiece to  a baby shower celebration with a hand-made ‘Nappy Cake’ (made up of beautiful clothing, bibs and muslins to look like a flower bouquet).  Gorgeous gifts that will not be forgotten!
https://luxurybabyboxes.co.uk/

Light Touch Massage Therapy (Event Organiser)Dedicated to offering the highest quality treatments in massage and bodywork.  Massage therapy and bodywork from conception to labour.
​https://www.lighttouchpregnancymassage.co.uk/

Nourishing mothers to nourish their babies.

Life Balance Chiropractic Centre Award-winning family health and wellbeing consultancy that create total solutions to align your spine, mind and wellbeing.  Dedicated pregnancy, paediatric and family wellness centre in Poole. 
https://www.lifebalancechiropractic.co.uk/

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Magic Mirror Photo Booth The Magic Mirror Booth and Flower Wall is a great alternative to the traditional photo booth. Capture the fun memories to treasure forever on your special day! The perfect addition to your baby shower or family celebration.
https://www.magicmirrorbooth.co.uk/
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The Milky Tee Company Milky Tees are uniquely designed breastfeeding tshirts which have invisible zips on each side to allow easy access for breastfeeding. http://www.milkyteecompany.com/

My Party - Soft Play Hire Soft play hire is ideal for young children at birthday parties, particularly that all important 1st Birthday! https://www.facebook.com/MyPartySoftPlayHire/

Mothercare Poole With over 50 years of retail experience, Mothercare is leading the way in supporting parents and young children around the globe. Come and meet some of the team from the Mothercare Poole store which offers a wide range of products to meet the needs of every family.
https://www.mothercare.com/​

My 1st Photos (Showcase Exhibitor)
​https://my1stphotos.co.uk/

You bring the photos...we’ll make the magic.  Handmade fabric photo albums for little people.

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The Naked Midwives The Naked Midwives provide you with a completely different type of antenatal course.  Run by experienced, practicing midwives, the courses are great fun, include refreshments and cover everything you will need to know for your labour, birth and beyond.
​https://www.thenakedmidwives.co.uk/

Naturally Fabulous with Sophie (Showcase Exhibitor) 
​http://naturally-fabulous.com/​

Consciously create a happier, healthier, fabulous you!

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Pippa Brown Newborn Photography Specialising in Newborn Portraits & Babies First Year.
http://pippabrownphotography.co.uk/

The Pregnancy Food Company Whether you're thinking of having a baby,
you're already pregnant, or you've welcomed your bundle of joy into the world, The Pregnancy Food Company have got the perfect food for you.  Come and meet Laura and sample some of her amazing snacks! https://www.thepregnancyfoodcompany.co.uk/

The Positive Birth Movement Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole UK (NFP) Positive Birth Movement groups are free to attend antenatal discussion groups.  Mainly facilitated by a few local doulas the PBM Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole group has several mamas that strongly believe in spreading the positive birth message and also attend meetups so there’s a lovely mix of people.
​https://www.facebook.com/pg/PBMCHRISTCHURCH

Puddle Ducks Dorset (Event Sponsor)
​https://www.puddleducks.com/local-teams/dorset​

Baby, Child and Antenatal Swimming Classes in Dorset & West Hants

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Rock the Bump pregnant belly casting ​(Event Organiser) 
​http://www.rockthebumpbellycasting.co.uk/

CUSTOM, ARTISTIC PREGNANT BELLY BUMP & BELLY BOWL KEEPSAKE CASTS
Rock the Bump is a bespoke pregnant belly casting studio with artists based in Dorset and West Sussex.  Coming soon to the West Midlands and Devon.   Our belly cast artists work with women from across the UK to celebrate their beautiful bumps and create timeless, unique pregnancy keepsake casts.  ​

Rejewelled (Showcase Exhibitor) 
​https://www.rejewelled.co.uk/

KEEPSAKE JEWELLERY AS UNIQUE AS YOU ARE
​Each piece of our DNA jewellery is unique and handmade just for you by our skilled jeweller.  From breastmilk to umbilical cords and everything in between, we professionally preserve your precious inclusions and create your own unique jewellery from them.

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Smallprint East Dorset Smallprint creates beautiful pieces of jewellery, capturing your loved ones fingerprints, hands and feet, drawings and handwriting in pure silver.
​https://www.smallprint.com/

​Sarah J Bond Women.Fitness.Balance. Empowering every woman to become stronger, healthier and more balanced in life.
https://www.facebook.com/sarahjbond.fitness/

Stitchwork Memories Collectors keepsakes made from your special clothes for you to treasure forever. Beautifully handcrafted in Ringwood.
https://stitchworkmemories.co.uk/

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Toys By Nature Toys By Nature is a family run business offering the best quality open-ended activity toys which are fully CE tested and handmade in Surrey by husband and wife team Kate and Zed.
http://www.toysbynature.co.uk/​

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Usborne Books at Home with Mary Cusens Mary is an Usborne Independent Organiser who sells Usborne books at parties, fairs and schools.
​https://org.usbornebooksathome.co.uk/MaryCusens

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Water Babies Dorset and Salisbury Baby swimming with Water Babies is an exciting, enriching experience for both you and your little one. Not only does it teach vital life skills, but it also enhances the way babies and toddlers learn other skills, too.
https://www.waterbabies.co.uk/contact/dorset-and-salisbury

Weleda with Nicole Jennings, Health & Wellbeing Advisor Helping people to improve their health & wellbeing by reducing levels of toxicity in health care and skin care products, to live more harmoniously with nature.
https://www.weleda-advisor.co.uk/shop/nicolejennings/

Dorset Bump to Baby Show is brought to you by:
Rock the Bump pregnant belly casting and Light Touch Massage Therapy 
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