Melbourne Pregnancy Babies & Children’s Expo, 2010

We know how hard it can be to find good advice and information on pregnancy and parenting, so we're taking away the guess work. The goal of our expo is simple: to source expert advice and essential early childhood parenting tips and the latest product innovations related to pregnancy, babies, and children and bring them together under one roof.

When
Friday 22 to Sunday 24 October 2010
Open: Friday 10am - 4pm (last admission 3pm)
Saturday and Sunday 10am - 5pm (last admission 4pm)
Where
The Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Southbank
More info on venue
Tickets
Adults: $16   Pensioners: $12
Children under 14: FREE
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Expert advice

Sometimes it's hard to know what advice to trust or even where to find it. Our expo provides access to friendly professionals from government departments, health organisations and respected support groups and companies, so you can get answers to all of your pregnancy and parenting related questions. Enjoy the relaxed and informal environment and make the most of this unique opportunity to gain personal up-to-date information and a helping hand wherever you might need it.

Huge range of products

There are so many pregnancy and parenting related products and services out there and it can be challenging to know what will work for you. Our exhibitors bring you hands on displays and demonstrations across the expo and the latest information, helping you to really understand the benefits of the products and services available. Discover the latest innovations and make informed choices.

FREE family entertainment

This year Dorothy the Dinosaur and Fairy Clare will be lighting up the stage 3 times daily. That's not all though! We pride ourselves on providing lots of free and fun activities for you and your children to enjoy together.

  • See Dorothy the Dinosaur on stage, performing with Fairy Clare at 11am,   12 noon & 1.00pm  (Note: The Wiggles and Paul Paddick do not appear in this show)
  • Visit the baby animal farm
  • Have a creative play experience
  • Enjoy activity areas by Gymbaroo

...and much, much, more.

Great facilities

Parent's Room - proudly sponsored by Pigeon

Children's Panadol

We know how important good facilities are, especially with the whole family in tow. That's why we provide access to a Parents' room where you can take care of the young ones needs in a relaxed and stress free environment. The Parents’ room features comfortable chairs, changing tables, bottle and food warming facilities and hot running water for bottle washing.  Pigeon Mag Mag sponsor our parents room and also provide a qualified nurse who is on hand to provide expert advice. 

Rest Stations are conveniently located throughout the expo with comfortable seating and complimentary spring water, for when you need a moment to put your feet up - proudly sponsored by Children's Panadol.

To ensure our guests comfort, we also design our floor plan with extra wide aisles and lots of pathways to assist traffic flow.

Enjoy the expo for the full three days

There is so much to see,  do and learn at the expo that we know it can be hard to fit it all in with just one visit. That's why every ticket is valid for the full 3 days, enabling you to enjoy the expo at your leisure.  This is also a great opportunity to return with your partner, children, friends or Grandparents and show them the highlights you found and enjoy the entertainment together.

Take advantage of special offers

Visiting the Pregnancy, Babies & Children's Expo is also a great opportunity to take advantage of special expo offers that some exhibitors provide only for the duration of the expo.  You will find discounts on large-ticket items to special prices on the smaller necessities.

Plan your visit in advance

To make it even easier for you to explore the Pregnancy, Babies & Children's Expo and to plan your visit, we provide you with a free Expo Planner. Download it from our website in advance (available 1 week prior to the commencement of each Expo), make a list of the key areas  that you want to visit and you'll be able to maximise the benefit of your visit, ensuring you don't miss out on anything. The Expo Planner will also be handed out to all of our guests as they arrive at the expo.

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