Discover mum and bub services

The birthing capital of Australia is getting its own baby and toddler expo in July

With the Garden City holding the title for birthing capital of Australia and with so many services on offer, it only makes sense to have our own Toowoomba Baby and Toddler Expo.

One of the event organisers from Little Miracles Maternity Wear Kerri Brennan says previously, regional and rural women have travelled to Brisbane expos. “It’s a time consuming and expensive day for them,” Kerri says. “We wanted to provide an expo locally, giving women easy access to local, first class information, services and products.”

In Kerri’s experience, women mostly seek support in all stages of pregnancy — including fertility issues — birth and beyond.

“A woman’s journey to motherhood begins at conception, or for many even before this if they have trouble with their fertility.

“Pregnancy can be daunting and frightening for first-time mums.

“Being informed and feeling supported will help make pregnancy a positive experience for women and help them to be ready for the challenges of dealing with a newborn.”

Excellent healthcare, emotional support, feeling good in what you are wearing, and looking after oneself are all very important during pregnancy and the early years of caring for a child.

Information on all these services will be available at the expo, including locals such as obstetrician Brendan Miller who will be presenting from the stage.

“Preparing for birth in a household requires the basics of setting up the nursery and having clothing, safe bedding, prams, car seats, and other necessities ready,” Kerri says.

”There are sometimes an overwhelming number of options, and many local businesses will be available at the expo to help parents navigate this.

“During the early months of a newborn’s life, women also seek ongoing support for breastfeeding and health checks for bub from midwives and other relevant service providers, who will be providing information at the expo.”

Other products and services will include healthcare for pregnancy (including local fertility treatment), education and care for little ones, nursery items, maternity wear, baby and toddler clothing, photography, beauty and self care products, massage therapists, and exercise and yoga for during and after pregnancy.

There will also be a play centre with activities for the kids.