The Mother Baby and Child Show 2006, which is due to take place at the Dubai International Exhibition Centre (DIEC) on December 14-16, promises three days full of fun and games for all of the family. Event organiser TME has put together an all-new and exciting schedule which includes, star of the show, the lovable TV character Barney.
Barney helps children develop a range of skills essential for their personal development and apart from appearing live at the show, Barney will also be launching a limited-edition DVD, which will only be available at the show for the first three days of its release. Video Master will be previewing highlights of the new DVD in Arabic and English, as well as retailing DVD’s and merchandise of Barney and other children’s favourite TV characters.
The main stage schedule is packed with activities from 10am to 10pm and certainly star-struck kids will be in awe during the musical shows which feature personal appearances by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Care Bears and numerous other Space Toon characters including every little girl’s favourite figure, Fulla.
Shannon Norris, Exhibition Director, TME, said, “These cuddly characters have been entertaining the young and the young at heart for up to half a century now, a testimony to their enduring appeal and will bring a touch of glamour and excitement to a fun-filled three-day programme.”
This year’s show has attracted an impressive array of over 120 brands, retailers and entertainment providers. However, the ethos of the show embraces a wholesome approach to family and childcare, highlighting issues affecting not only children but parents and mums. Free workshops have been organised to give practical advice and tips on anything from nutrition and car safety, to breastfeeding.
Other activities include the Progress Zone for babies and toddlers and the Ministry of Education & Youth will also be participating with sound advice for parents on the role of health and sport in child development.
Mums can use the Sudocrem Baby Changing and Nestle Feeding area, whilst Nivea is providing a Pampering Zone for the ladies to get a make over with demonstrations and beauty tips. In addition, Mothercare is also providing their Pushchair Testing Assault Course, in a very practical ‘try it before you buy it’ concept.
Channel 4 FM will transmit live links daily with coverage across their three stations, reviewing all of the competitions and activities at the show. Listeners will be given a chance to win fabulous prizes ranging from Maclaren strollers, Ski Dubai passes, beauty products and vouchers from numerous health and fashion brands. The star prize however is two return Premier Economy tickets to London courtesy of Virgin Atlantic.
For more information, log on to www.motherbabyandchild.com.
