DC Baby Show Comes to the DC Convention Center March 24

Do you go gaga over baby gear?

I have to admit, even before I found out I was expecting my first child, I always enjoyed wandering down the baby aisle of the department store to admire the adorable outfits and clever inventions for babies and tots.

I would be the first to volunteer and coordinate the group baby shower gift for a co-worker or church friend. I was fascinated by not just the amount of cute and stylish baby products, but by the cutting edge technology found in so many maternity and juvenile products on the market.

When I became pregnant with my first child, I developed an even stronger interest in baby gear and found myself researching and scouting out the best maternity and baby goods on the market. I worried about which carseat was the safest. I searched to find a stroller that was sturdy and easy to pack up for trips. I tested out different brands of diapers to see which wouldn’t make my son’s skin break out, as well as which fit most securely, avoiding leakage. I even discovered products that I never knew I needed. Things like pee pee teepees, pacifier clips, and breastfeeding pillows!

Most parents I know are also on the hunt for the best products to make life, raising little ones, just a little bit easier.

As a busy mom with two kids of my own and a dozen nieces and nephews, I still make it a point to keep up with the latest trends in children’s products. It amazes me how each year there are new innovations and break-through products that help make parenting easier. But honestly, it can be hard to keep up with all the new advancements.

That’s why I’m so excited about the DC Baby Show!

Coming up this month is the industry’s largest consumer show for baby gear and it’s right here in DC at the Convention Center! If you are a parent, this is a must-attend event for you to see the latest advances in baby products plus meet with the makers and manufacturers.

Event: The DC Baby Show
Location: Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Address: 801 Mt Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC 20001
Date: Sat. March 24, 2018
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

About the DC Baby Show

The DC Baby Show is the ultimate baby show for new and expectant parents, but it is also a part of a larger event, the JPMA Baby Show. Prior to the consumer show, the top brands in the juvenile products industry convene for a four day media/trade show. This is the largest baby show in the country!

Saturday is the final day, and the trade show transitions into a family-friendly mega-event created by JPMA in partnership with Family Media.

5 Reasons you should attend the DC Baby Show:

1. Explore the top products from over 200 brands

This is your chance to see, touch, and feel new products! You have the chance to explore all your favorite baby and children’s brands (or discover new ones) in one central place. This is a great opportunity to test-out different products (for example, there is a “Stroller Test Track”), ask the manufacturers your burning questions, learn valuable product safety information, and see the latest innovations. Here is a full list of the DC Baby Show exhibitors.

2. Learn from pregnancy and parenting experts

During the show you’ll have the chance to hear from trusted parenting and pregnancy experts and personalities. Attendees will be able to participate in seminars ranging from topics like maternal health and nursery shopping to adjustment to parenthood. The sessions are intended to be informative and inspiring.

3. Shop!

Don’t just oogle the best baby, toddler, and maternity gear… you can buy and bring products home with you! This unique marketplace opportunity means you don’t have to wait to add this to your baby registry and hope someone buys it for you. Get what you need while you’re there.

4. Enjoy a fun-filled day with your whole family.

If you’re wondering if the event will be appealing for kids, rest assured, there will plenty to keep your little ones occupied! There will be face painting and other entertainment free of charge throughout the show.

5. Affordable entry tickets

You can purchase DC Baby Show tickets for $20 per person and children are free. However, you can buy a family pass, valid for up to 2 adults and 4 kids, for just $30. Plus, you can save 50% off on tickets by using promo code “BELTWAYBARGAIN50”.

I’ll see you at the DC Baby Show!

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post in partnership with JPMA and I have been compensated for my participation. All opinions stated here are my own. My goal, as always, is to share great deals, events, and products for DC area families. To read my formal disclosure policy, please click here.