The 2018 New York Baby Show was successfully held last May 19-20, 2018 at Pier 94 in New York City. It is where families that are planning to have kids, expectant, as well as new parents, find excellent and innovative baby products and ideas. Fortunately, I was invited to attend the said event and learned so many things. The 2018 New York Baby Show was made possible by the joint effort of the New York Family and Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association.
The event has over hundreds (if not close to a thousand) attendees, mostly new parents and couples who are expecting a baby. I met plenty awesome moms like me too! The 2018 New York Baby Show is the perfect place if you wanted to learn more about parenting and explore wide varieties of trusted baby products that you can use. It is celebrated annually so if you are sad for missing this year’s New York Baby Show, there’s always a next time.
Every year, they organize an awarding program for the Best in Show Awards. The awards include five winners for the primary award and another five winners as an honorable mention. There are also awards for the leading stroller, app, sleep, and monitor in their respective categories. The criteria for judging are design, innovation, functionality, quality, variety, uniqueness, availability, and overall excellence.
The panel of judges consisted of prominent representatives from trusted and reputable media and parenting programs. The judges were:
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• Shari Criso
• Alison Jacobson
• Charlene Barkulis
• Nicole Feliciano
• Marianne Ryan
• Rebecca Dixon
• Eirene Heidelberger
• Debra Flashenberg
• Andrea Lee
• Pete Brown
• Natalie Diaz
• Kira Kohrherr
• Jennifer LaBracio
• Lance Somerfeld
• Jada Shapiro
• Alex Taylor
• Mia Weber
• Caitlin Wolper
• Adam Woodman
The 2018 New York Baby Show welcomed my family to a new world. As a new mom, this event is a big help for me in choosing the right and the best products for my baby. As a matter of fact, I also listed my top 3 products (brand) that I am excited to share with you all.
Doona
Doona is a car seat and a stroller in one. From a stroller, it can be assembled into a car seat in just seconds. Bringing a car seat and stroller individually cost time, effort, and space! With Doona, carrying your baby with you is as easy as 123.
Doona is proud to say that they are the only car seat in the world that is integrated with wheels and can transform into a stroller. Doona has only one design, but shoppers have lots of colors to choose from.
In regards to safety, Doona delivers their best to give parents the protection our baby deserves. As a mom, the safety of our baby is always our top priority. Trusting a product could be hard, but Doona proves me that they are worth the trust. In fact, Doona is the world’s first car seat to pass three safety standards.
I also love the idea of buying individual parts of the Doona through online and get it delivered right in front of our home. In case we want to change the handle or the wheels got broken, we don’t have to buy a new Doona. Instead, buy its part and assemble it from home.
find out more here » shopdoona.com
Baby K’tan
Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is a fantastic carrier that is safe both for the parent and the baby. It is specially designed to comfortably wrap around your hips, back, and shoulder without damaging it in the long run. Positions are also safe for the baby, with multiple of choices how to carry them. And then choose the most comfortable place that suits the carrier the most.
Baby K’tan Baby Carrier has different options that you can choose from. That includes Baby K’tan Original, Active, Breeze, Organic, and Print. The Original, Breeze, and Print are all made of 100% cotton while Organic and Active are made of organic cotton and polyester respectively.
I personally wear the extra small in size while hubby wears a large. It is light, comfortable and took us such a little time to learn how to use and baby loves it too!
Another thing I love with Baby K’tan is unlike other baby carriers; Baby K’tan has no zippers, buckles, snaps, or rings. Baby K’tan also offers other products too like swaddle and stylish diaper bag with a built-in wet bag.
find out more here » babyktan.com
Pump spotting
Pump spotting is an app to connect and share support with breastfeeding moms. It is an app where moms can share anything they want or ask questions and get answered by hundreds of caring mom members too. There’s also a feature where you can share a breastfeeding and pumping spot to help other moms.
As you all know I have had many challenges breastfeeding our son Josiah King. If not for the support of friends I would have long given up already. I am genuinely grateful for the support, but not many moms are fortunate enough to find someone to give them the help or encouragement they need. This is where Pump Spotting comes in.
Pump spotting also has tours to show appreciation and provide help to moms who are breastfeeding and pumping. It has activities and classes that moms will surely enjoy.
Non-breastfeeding moms can volunteer as a host or crew in the tour. You can support pump spotting by buying on their shop. Donations are very much welcome too!
find out more here » pumpspotting.com
Aside from these top 3 products, I have to also commend and highlight the following brands …
- • Water Wipes – 99.99% Water and a drop of fruit extract!
• Meta Backpack – Versatile Diaper Backpacks
• Luni – Screenless Storyteller
• La Petite Creme – French Diapering Lotion to replace Baby Wipes
• Bbox for Kids & – Everyday Baby Essentials
• Story time Chess – Teaching Kids How To Play Chess
• Summer Infant – My Bath Seat
These are only a few of my favorites. I’ll try to share more of these products and brands in detail on a separate post. We are honestly looking forward to attending the New York Baby Show next year! Did you get the chance to attend this year’s show? Which one are your favorites? Also, I have shared our experience through my Instagram stories. In case you missed it, I have added it to my IG highlights so you can playback the story.
Let me know your thoughts by leaving a comment below!
candy
May 31, 2018I’m not in the market for any baby items anymore other than a shower gift here and there. Looks like some great products coming out and hats off to the judges.
Janet
May 31, 2018My kids are grown now and I never knew that baby shows existed. That being said, what a great way to learn about new products on the market for all of the grandmas who are looking to buy!
Alli Smith
May 31, 2018It would be fun to go to the New York Baby Show to see all the latest and greatest baby products. They always have the best new products for baby.
Amber Myers
May 31, 2018This would be such a great event to attend. I am so amazed at everything they are coming up with for babies!
Tasheena
May 31, 2018I really enjoyed reading your recap. This looks like so much fun. Hoping I can attend next year with my friend who is expecting.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All
May 31, 2018I’ve never been to the New York Baby Show. It sounds like the show is a good opportunity to see what all of the newest products are.
JEanette
May 31, 2018There is so many awesome baby things nowadays! We can use or not that old but there has been so much new technology even since my kiddos were babies. My sister-in-law has two. And kids right now and I know she would enjoy some of this stuff to help her throughout the day.
Joan Cajic
May 31, 2018The K’tan carrier looks nice and comfy, always nice for travelling too.
Tara Pittman
May 31, 2018That stroller is so smart. I like that it converts to a car seat.
Reesa Lewandowski
May 31, 2018This was one of the first years I didn’t make it to the NY Baby Show. The show is so huge and has so many great resources for moms and moms to be!
Melanie
May 31, 2018This looks like a neat show. I can’t believe all of the new baby gadgets that are available. It looks like you learned a lot!
Sarah Bailey
May 31, 2018This sounds like such an amazing show for Mum’s to be able to go to and get to see some awesome looking up and coming trends for babies and their care.
Jessica Joachim
May 31, 2018This seems like it was really cool! I wont be having any more babies ( well not planning on it) but I wish I would have gone to something like this when I was pregnant!
sara
May 31, 2018I am a huge fan of the Baby K’tan carrier! It is so smartly made and the easiest for new Moms to use. This baby show looks like a fun time for new Moms!
Katie
May 31, 2018I’ve never heard of a baby show before, but I’m not in the market at this point. It’s great that new products get featured!
Esse D
May 31, 2018This seemed like a fun event. I would’ve loved to attend when I was preparing for the birth of my son.
andrea
May 31, 2018that must of been so much fun, i bet you had a blast and how cool that you got to attend the show. and all of those judges incredibly awesome. i dont have kids so this isnt up my alley but i have a few friends in NY with babies and would love to go!
Casey
May 31, 2018Love going to baby fairs. Always get to find out loads of goodies and meeting other parents as well. thx!
Lisa Favre
May 31, 2018I have heard of the Doona before and I was always so intrigued! It is definitely I would consider to get for when we have another baby.
Liza
June 1, 2018Wow. New york baby show is the best. All the good stuffs are in there!
Anosa Malanga
June 1, 2018Wow, what an experience. I love how you show the items and explain the top three featured products/brand. I also love your outfit! So Simple and looks very comfortable.
Chubskulit Rose
June 1, 2018Awesome interviews, you’re a natural. Where are these things when I was breastfeeding?
Jenn
June 1, 2018Wow, baby items sure have come a long way. My kids are both grown now, I would have really loved to have this many great options when they were babies.
Tomi C
June 1, 2018My kids were on their school’s chess team. I have never played but that Story time Chess would definitely be something I would be interested in gifting.
Lisa
June 1, 2018My baby is now grown but I enjoyed reading this. Awesome outfit, by the way! And you are absolutely gorgeous!
Natalia
June 1, 2018My sister in law would love this show. She always goes to the one in london
Jessica Taylor
June 1, 2018So cool! I would have loved to attend the New York Baby Show! So many great products this year!
Sara
June 1, 2018what a great place for moms and moms to be to meet new people and see all the great new products being showcased!
Suzanne
June 1, 2018Wow what a great expo! Looks like you had a great time, love the interviews 🙂
LiveLoveAndAdventure
June 1, 2018So many great products! My kids are grown now but some of these would have been so helpful when they were younger!!
Carrie Liu
June 1, 2018It seems like a really interesting and informative show. Great way to get to know new products for new parents.
Jess
June 2, 2018I would love to attend this! So many neat baby products to play with!
Acupofassamtea
June 2, 2018Such a great event to attend. I love the stroller that can be converted into a car seat as well. How cool.
Nisha
June 2, 2018I have never been to New York Baby Show. this sounds like an awesome event and some great products.
Erin S
June 2, 2018What a great event! I’m heading to NY for a toy conference in July myself
What Corinne Did
June 2, 2018So many judges and brand! sounds like a brilliant event! Too bad I am not shopping for baby items any time soon ahah
Shoshana Sue
June 4, 2018This was perfect for you Angela as you are a new mom! Such events must be attended by new moms and expectant moms. I used to attend too 13 years ago when I was a new mom. Sounds ancient now haha
georgia boanoro
June 11, 2018It must have been a very cool and fun event! Very interesting topics for the new parents!
Jenni
June 28, 2018Along way for me to go I would love to go to the New York Baby Show. Some lovely, So many great and funky baby items out there
Laura Dove
June 28, 2018Ahh I would have loved something like this when mine were babies, I used to love seeing all of the new products out! What a fab show!
rhian westbury
June 29, 2018Events like this look so good and I bet they’re great to see what’s new around and just to interact with people who also have kids x
Lilinha
June 29, 2018The baby show seems fantastic, I love that stroller can be transformed into a car seat – how practical!
Joanna
June 29, 2018This sounds like it was an awesome event for moms but also for women who are just about to become moms. The interviews you did are great!
Terri Beavers
June 29, 2018This event looks like fun and I’m sure it was memorable. I use water wipes on a daily basis and think they’re the best invention since computers, lol. I need to check out story time chess.
Shanab
June 29, 2018The show sounds like it was phenomenal with so many innovative products entering the market. Thanks for sharing the festivities.
wendy
June 29, 2018The products look super. I do need a gift for a friend who just had a baby.
Tara Pittman
June 29, 2018My daughter is having her first baby. This would have been a show for her toattend.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All
June 29, 2018I’ve never been to the New York Baby Show. It sounds like the show is a good opportunity to see what all of the newest products are.
Sara Welch
June 29, 2018Awe that looks like an awesome show to go to. Really wish I can make it one of these years.
Julie Plagens
June 29, 2018I can’t believe there is a baby show. I never had anything like that when I was having kids. And apps! Too cool
Kita Bryant
June 29, 2018There was a lot of exciting stuff there this year. I could have used it ten years ago! Lol!
Karen Morse
June 29, 2018This could really help mothers especially those who have demanding jobs. I think it’s really nice that they have an option to continue to breastfeed as much as they can!
Emily
June 30, 2018This would be such a great show to go to! I know when I was having my babies getting to try out new items would have been such a great experience.
Kara
June 30, 2018I wish the doona had been available when my were little, such a great invention
tanya
June 30, 2018Looks like you had a great time and I love the sound of the Doona, the fact it’s both a car seat and stroller in one is great, anything that gives more ease when a baby is born is great
Terri Steffes
June 30, 2018What a fun event! I love learning about the new products out there. I like to be informed when my neighbor friends ask!
Heather
June 30, 2018What an awesome event to attend. I have never been to one, but have always wanted to.
Bella and Dawn at Dear Mummy Blog
June 30, 2018We used to love attending baby shows and this one looks amazing. Its always good to see new releases x
Gen
June 30, 2018I love my babyktan as well! My lifesaver since she’s newborn. Totally worth my money.
Tara
July 1, 2018My sisters would love this. They both still have little ones at home. The baby k’tan looks like a comfy way to hold your baby.
Jenny
July 1, 2018never heard of a baby show before… completely new to me. those days are LONG gone for me xD but i wouldn’t be opposed to checking out something like this if it popped up around here.
Anosa Malanga
July 1, 2018So many brands and products to choose from. I also personally like Baby K’tan since its very handy. Definitely a big help especially when walking with baby. Just wrap it around.
David Elliott
July 1, 2018Lots of good information for those who are having babies or interested in getting baby products for friends. Looks like it was a pretty cool informative show.
Ricci
July 2, 2018I don’t have kids but if I did I would love to attend something like this, What a great way to find out about new products!!
Carol Cassara
July 2, 2018Such an awesome event especially for new parents! You learn so many things and products that could help make your life easier once your new baby arrives!
LavandaMichelle
July 2, 2018What a wonderful post! I didnt know that this was a thing. Wow. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Kusum
July 2, 2018Oh I wish I was in NY for this show! I know one of my friends who went to this one was so glad she went as she found some really great products.
Kiwi
July 2, 2018The mommy world suits you! I always heard of the NYC baby show and one day I will be excited to go once I have my own newborn children!
Nichola - Globalmouse
July 3, 2018I think the Doona is amazing, I have a friend who has one. What a great show for finding the best products out there.
Rachel
July 5, 2018This sounds like a really fun show, great to see all the latest and popular products! xo