LIL BUBBA THINGS

Lil' Bubba Things create gorgeous wrap around dresses for your little girl. All designs are handmade originals by Shelley Konopinksi using recycled vintage and contemporary fabrics. Each unique dress is made in Scotland and is designed to last for years as it turns into swing top as your lil' bubba grows. As well as being beautifully made, each dress is highly practical and comfortable for your baby or young girl. Sizes start at 0-6 months and go up to 4-6 years which will adapt to a swing top to fit up to age 8 years. All dresses come with a free hair clip. These lovely little dresses really can't be missed! So come have a browse on 21st May, we just know you wont be able to resist them!

http://www.facebook.com/#!/LilBubbaThings

Pregnancy and Parents Centre

The Pregnancy and Parents Centre is a charitable organisation which supports over 150 families per week by offering friendship, information and activities through pregnancy and early parenthood. The PPC offers practical and emotional support to enable all women and their families to experience pregnancy, birth and parenthood with confidence and dignity.  They provide antenatal and postnatal classes, one to one and group support, sharing experiences, information, advocacy and child-centred activities in a warm and welcoming environment.

The services and groups offered by the PPC include emotional support and counselling, homeopathy workshops, prenatal yoga, birth preparation workshops, baby and parent yoga, breastfeeding support group, first aid for babies and children, home birth support group and international women's group. They also offer the option to hire birth pools and birth balls. Additionally, they hold a selection of books and resources related to childbirth and parenting.

http://pregnancyandparents.org.uk/

JANIS MACKAY

Janis Mackay is a Scottish Author & Storyteller from Edinburgh, her first book Magnus Fin and the Ocean Quest won the 2009 Kelpies Award.  Her second book Magnus Fin and the Moonlight Mission, was released in February. 

More information can be found at http://www.discoverkelpies.co.uk/

Janis will be signing and selling both books at the fair.  We are delighted to have her there.

THE BABY STORK COMPANY

The Baby Stork Company is a family run business and they pride themselves in the quality of their products.

The Baby Stork Company aims to bring happiness to every home that buys their products from the fantastic range of unique baby and children gifts from suppliers you won't find on the everyday high street such as Kaloo, Olive & Moss, Jellycat, Mini Vanilla, Shreds, Powell Craft, Sophie the Giraffe, Inch Blue and many more.

They also have gifts for special mums and friends from supplier's like The Boo Boo Shop and The Good Bag Company.

Whether you are looking for that special baby blanket, elegant clothing, pyjama's, comforter or soother then you are sure to find something both you and your child will like.There are many products to suit all occasions such as christenings, birthdays, Christmas or just something for that special person.

The website is coming soon but in the meantime you can get in touch by telephone on 0131 663 2770 or visit their shop at Ocean Terminal, 1st Floor, Ocean Drive, Edinburgh EH6 6JJ and say hello.

P.M.TOYS

P.M.Toys sell pocket money toys at pocket money prices. These are small toys ranging from £1 which children of all ages enjoy.  These are great if you are bringing children with you to the event as they can come and choose a toy at a reasonable price or perhaps you just want to take a small surprise home to a child.  Either way these toys won't break the bank and will bring a smile to a child's face!

NURSERY AND SCHOOL GUIDE'S EDUCATIONAL GAMES

Nursery and School Guide's Educational Games:

Various games for children and families to help promote learning whilst having fun. Maths games, History games, Geography games, for children from 3yrs - 13yrs.

 

Nikki will also have copies of the Nursery and School Guide Magazine and a few books.

Nikki Miller

Select Publishing Ltd

Tel/Fax: 0131 552 5352

http://www.nurseryandschoolguide.co.uk/

Dreamz4U

Dreamz4u is a charitable organisation which was founded in Scotland in 2007 and is dedicated to granting the dreams of sick and disabled children. This wonderful charity is making the dreams of children come true at an average of 10 a month!

Dreams which have come true thanks to Dreamz4U vary from taking a child to see their hero live on stage or doing something they have always wanted to do. A dream is limited only by a child’s imagination, and no matter what the dream is, Dreamz4u intend to make it come true!

Come along to find out more and support this truly amazing charity at the Edinburgh Baby and Child Fair 2011.

http://www.dreamz4u.org/

SMALLPRINT

I'm Abi, I've just taken over Smallprint Edinburgh and I'm pleased to say the Edinburgh Baby & Child Fair will be one of my first events, so come along and meet me and see my work.

I've been running Smallprint in Fife, Perth & Kinross for the past year so rest assured Smallprint is in safe hands. I'm really looking forward to working in Edinburgh and creating some beautiful pieces of jewellery for you to treasure.

Smallprint make fine silver jewellery featuring your child's finger print, hand or footprint; each one personally engraved. Everything from pendants to cuff links, charms to keyrings all polished to a beautiful finish. I can even turn that masterpiece on the fridge into a keepsake for ever. I don't use moulds or casts, so your chosen piece has been touched by someone you love and I make everything myself, from start to finish, in my studio at home. I'll have my full display at the fair for you to choose from and I'll be taking prints too, so make sure the little one's have their fingers at the ready so I can start to work on your individual piece of jewellery straight away!

Tel: 077 477 07527 E-mail:abig@smallp.co.uk Web: http://www.smallp.co.uk/

TUMBLE TOTS

Designed to develop children's physical skills of agility, balance, co-ordination and climbing, through the use of brightly coloured Tumble Tots equipment.

The programme is structured to develop children's positive personality traits including confidence and self-esteem.

Each 45-minute weekly session combines fun, excitement and challenge in a safe and caring environment. All sessions use unique equipment and are run by staff specially trained to get the best out of your child. It is structured according to the different ages and stages of a child's development.

Child psychologists and educators agree that a structured programme in movement should be a part of every child's education.

Tumble Tots offer 5 different classes:

Gymbabes - 6 months to walking
Tumble Tots - walking to 2 years, 2 to 3 years and 3 years to school age
Gymbobs - school age to 7 years

Please contact April for further details http://www.tumbletots.com/edinburgh-west

THE SLEEP LADY

Linda offers a bespoke service to families all over the world, working one-to-one with families either in their own homes or over the telephone and internet.

Every family is an individual with a child who has its own little character, therefore each sleep programme that she designs is made up for a family and its needs, routines and habits.

 

She helps concerned parents with all aspects of parenting: new baby routines, faddy eaters, toilet training, temper tantrums, weaning and shyness. Most of her work with families starts with a sleep issue.
Linda is offering FREE consultations at the fair. 

I have to add in that having had a consultation with Linda myself many years ago for my non sleeping daughter her advice was worth its weight in gold!

Please have a look at her website for more information.

http://www.thesleeplady.co.uk/

BABY SENSORY

Baby Sensory provides hundreds of sensory development activities that are great fun for parents and babies to share in the vital first year. The classes include fibre optic light shows, bubbles, bells, musical fun, baby signing, puppet shows, amazing light balls and so much more.

The Baby Sensory programme consists of over 40 themed lesson plans, so every week you will share new sensory experiences with your baby. You can fnd out more information on the website http://www.babysensory.com/

BLOCKART

KIRSTY PALMER and www.Blockart.co.uk

Children’s nursery art business, Blockart (www.blockart.co.uk) was launched last summer by Kirsty Palmer, of Eskbank, Midlothian.

Kirsty has experience working in design and management but stopped working when her two small sons arrived. 

I couldn’t find any non-brand artworks for my son’s rooms which did not cost a fortune, so I designed my own starting with safari animals.   Friends started putting orders in and I decided to set up my own small business from home.

I make sturdy artworks that can be customised for individual clients featuring bespoke designs, names or specific room colours.  Each piece is mounted on a beautifully finished block which sits out from the wall, meaning no framing is required.

I work from my studio set up in the garden shed.  No design is too big or small for me - I love creating childrens and babies art, and it is a pleasure to be involved in a young persons life.  Some of the art, for example the 'Baby Birth Prints' are not just a unique way to celebrate the arrival of a baby, but are also a keepsake which can be treasured for years to come.

I look forward to seeing you all at the Edinburgh Baby and Child Fair!

WEE DUMPLIN'S

Here's a colourful post to brighten up your weekend! We are delighted to introduce Wee Dumplin's as our 7th featured exhibitor. Wee Dumplin's offer a bespoke nursery decorating service which can be based on your child's favorite character or built around a theme. Wee Dumplin's also run a series of progressive art classes for children including Dibble Dabble Dumplin based in Dunfermline and are also available to plan an Arty Party tailored to your child's needs.

Pop along to their lovely facebook page to make a suggestion for themed paintings and you may see your suggested artwork displayed at our fair!

http://www.weedumplins.co.uk/
http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Wee-Dumplins/

EXHIBITORS

Good Morning!

As well as a daily feature on individual stallholders I thought it would be useful for you to have a complete list of all exhibitors at the fair.  This is an up to date list but 7 more will be announced in the next few days!

In addtion to the exhibitors we also have Facepainting & Glitter Tattoos by Tracy Nicol, Bouncy Castle by East Lothian Bouncy Castles (http://www.eastlothianbouncycastles.co.uk/), Stina Sparkles Balloon Artist (http://www.stinasparkles.net/) and a playroom for under 5's.

Zoe Stewart Photography still has spaces for her mini shoots - http://www.zoestewartphoto.com/

Smallprint - Silver Keepsake Jewellery - http://www.smallp.co.uk/
Zoe Stewart Photography - http://www.zoestewartphoto.com/
Wee Tootie - Childrens Hair Accessories - http://www.weetootie.co.uk/
The Baby Stork Company - quality products & gifts for babies through to young children http://www.thebabystorkcompany.co.uk/
Barefoot Books - http://www.barefootbooksfife.com/
Edinburgh Baby Massage - http://www.edinburghbabymassage.co.uk/
Waterbabies - http://www.waterbabies.co.uk/
The Sleep Lady - http://www.thesleeplady.co.uk/
Edinburgh School & Nursery Guide Educational Games - selection of educational games, puzzles & books
Little Froggies Real Nappies - sales & advice
Soma UK - osteopathy including cranial osteopathy - http://www.somauk.com/
Totseat - travel highchair - http://www.totseat.com/
Monkey Music- award winning musical classes for children - http://www.monkeymusic.co.uk/
Hypnobirthing - http://www.edinburghhypnobirthing.co.uk/
Bright Horizons Daycare - http://www.brighthorizons.co.uk/
P.M.Toys - pocket money toys
Pregnancy & Parents Place - http://pregnancyandparents.org.uk/
Dreamz4u -http://dreamz4u.org/ - a charity organisation dedicated to granting the dreams of sick & disabled children in Scotland.
NYROrganic - organic mother & baby range of skincare products https://uk.nyrorganic.com/shop/michael/area/shop-online/
Tiny Castings - http://www.tinycastings.co.uk/
Baby Sensory - http://www.babysensory.com/
Tumble Tots - http://www.tumbletots.com/edinburgh-west
Block Art - http://www.blockart.co.uk/
Stable Cottage Glass - http://www.stablecottageglass.co.uk/
Buttonbob Portraits - http://www.buttonbob.co.uk/
Wee Dumplins - http://www.weedumplins.co.uk/ - nursery decor
Flowerboxbaby - http://www.flowerboxbaby.co.uk/ - boxed baby gifts
Vanilla Bloom - http://www.vanillabloom.com/ - maternity wear, childrens wear & more
Bare Knees - Childrens kilts and more
Xpress Art - Canvas Art
Scruffy Stuff - animals made from recycled materials
If the Shoe Fits - childrens shoes
Kiss the Fish - http://www.kissthefishstudios.com/ - arts, crafts & gifts
Road Safety Scotland - demonstrations on in car seat safety & child pedestrian safety
Gifts Boxed for you - selection of gifts for children including baking sets, paddington and more

There is also a cafe area.

Soma UK Osteopaths

Soma Osteopathy is an osteopathic inspired health care clinic who provide a professional service in a safe environment with a select group of practitioners. They provide a range of treatments that allow them to support women during their pregnancies, labour and after birth. Easing some of the physical discomforts of pregnancy and preparing for the demands of labour are just some of the many benefits of the services provided by Soma. Treatments are also available for your wee ones to help you and them settle into the difficult newborn period. Enjoy them fully as they grow up by giving them the best possible start in life with cranial osteopathy.

Some of the treatments available include Osteopathy in pregnancy, Pre and post natal massage, Maternity reflexology/induction, Acupuncture in pregnancy, Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Cranial Osteopathy for babies and children.

www.somauk.com

WATERBABIES

Swimming is great for all aspects of your baby’s physical, mental and emotional development, making them fitter, stronger and more alert. Just as important, it’s a really sociable activity – offering the two of you the perfect opportunity to make new friends and have fun.
The Water Babies course works by teaching you and your baby key life-saving skills. Each is built on as the weeks progress and babies are able to master them from remarkably early on. As has been remarkably well demonstrated, given the number of our own tiny clients who’ve thankfully saved themselves from drowning.

Our instructors’ depth of knowledge is something of which we are justifiably proud. Their training is exceptionally rigorous, covering 150 hours practical and theoretical knowledge. So you’ll have the reassurance that your baby is beginning their swimming journey - and the process of learning itself - in the best professional hands.

Water Babies is the swimming company most recommended to parents by other parents, which is one of the reasons why we’re the world leader and have won four national awards. Recognising our passion for everything we do.

Classes are available in Edinburgh and the Lothians with terms running roughly alongside school term dates. Come and visit us at the Fair for more information. You can also call us on 0131 554 6682, send us an email to woggle@waterbabies.co.uk or check out our website www.waterbabies.co.uk

STABLE COTTAGE GLASS

A little message from Fiona:

 

Stable Cottage Glass is excited to be exhibiting at The Edinburgh Baby and Child Fair. Working from my cottage workshop in Midlothian, I make unique hand-crafted stained glass gifts and will be showing a collection of pieces that are perfect for the baby's nursery or child's bedroom window. 

My Personalised gift range includes pretty Boats, Angels and unique stained glass bunting. I will be personalising these pieces on my stall while you wait, so why not visit Stable Cottage Glass and order your unique, personalised glass keepsake to be cherished.

 

I look forward to meeting you on the day,

 

Thanks

 

Fiona x

 

www.stablecottageglass.co.uk

 

 

EDINBURGH HYPNOBIRTHING

 

HypnoBirthing® is a complete antenatal education programme. Childbirth is a natural, normal and healthy human experience. HypnoBirthing® - The Mongan Method is based on the belief that all
babies should come into the world in an atmosphere of gentility, calmness and joy.

As an experienced Midwife and qualified HypnoBirthing® instructor, I have a wealth of knowledge on all aspects of Midwifery care. My interest in HypnoBirthing® came after a friend experienced an inspirational birth using HypnoBirthing® techniques.

A HypnoBirthing® course gives mothers and their birth companions the tools to create a comfortable birth experience, using deep relaxation techniques that give women the best opportunity to give birth calmly and
naturally with minimal discomfort.

HypnoBirthing® classes can start from any stage of pregnancy, although the ideal is between 20-30 weeks. However, regardless of how many weeks you are a course can be arranged to suit your time scale and
availability.

Lindsay will be at the fair to answer all your questions.
http://www.edinburghhypnobirthing.co.uk/

TOTSEAT

Try before you buy ..
Edinburgh's award-winning Totseat - the washable squashable highchair.

Anchoring your baby in safety and comfort in any adult chair, Totseat is your own pocket-sized highchair.

Fits all shapes and styles of chair (and baby).
Special show offer.
Perfect for days out, holidays, keeping in a drawer at granny's, or in your changing bag - it's minimal luggage with a maximum effect!
Developed with safety experts.

http://www.totseat.com/

Zoe Stewart Photography

We are so lucky to have Zoe from Zoe Stewart Photography coming along on the day to do mini photoshoots as well as take bookings for newborn and family shoots.  It is advisable to book the minishoots in advance - please email zoestewartphoto@yahoo.co.uk for details.

Zoe offers fun and unique sessions, no studio fuss, with natural backgrounds and the convenience of the photographer coming to you!

Her photography is that of a reportage style, photojournalism is more comfortable for children and produce more natural and fun photographs for you and your family. Children can play, blow bubbles, eat melon, bring along a favorite toy, or just run around if they like, it all captures their personality!

Beautiful, Fun & Unique.. Just like your family!

Welcome

Welcome to the Edinburgh Baby and Child Fair blog.  Here we shall post news and information about the fair and also feature our amazing stallholders.

We hope to see you at the fair.

Please feel free to comment or ask questions :)