Hi Everyone
As mentioned in my previous post, I will share my loots for #bumptham at the recent Mummy Market baby fair at Expo.
1) Fiffy Baby Clothes (3sets for $20). I have bought 6 sets.
2) Fiffy Mittens and Boots (1 pack consist of 3sets for $7). I have bought 2 packs.
3) Puku Bean Pillow- $15
4) Puku Sponge Bottle Brush- $5. This came with replacement brush.
5) Babysafe Playpen Mat Cover- $28
6) KCA Diapers (4 packs at $42)
Wanted to get Mamy Poko due to many recommendations by mommies in forums, I had checked the price at NTUC. There is no savings except you will get a packet of wet wipes when you buy 2 packs.
As newborn required a lot of diapers, KCA was the cheapest diaper in the fair and the quality seem not bad. Hence, decided to give this brand a try.
7) Organic Story EcoForest 22 Baby Wipes. 70 sheets, 10 packs per carton (3 cartons at $86.70)
This works out to be $2.89 per pack and is selling like hot cakes. Ordered 3 cartons as it came with free delivery, delivery will be in 2 weeks time.
8) Moo Moo Kow Bamboo Towel- 3 for $39. Usual price 1 for $39.
9) Moo Moo Kow Changing Pad- 2 for $26. Usual price 1 for $26.
10) Bio Oil 60ml- $12 (usual price $15.50)
11) Medela Purelan 100 Nipple Cream- $15.44
Wanted to get Lasinoh as it was highly recommended by many mummies in forums but I could not locate the booths.
12) SwaddleMe x2- $15 each
Kiddy Palace and Mothercare is selling about $23.90 and $24.90 respectively.
Got another swaddle from another stall at $8. Quality is equally good.
13) Pureen Anti Bacterial Liquid Detergent with Softener (x2) and Liquid Cleanser for Feeding Bottles, Nipples & Vegetables(x1)- $25.50
14) Danrol Wash cloth (pack of 8)- 2 packs for $10
15) Danrol Blanket- $16
16) Carters Snap Up Pyjamas- $10 each. I have bought 2 sets.
17) Lots of Fruits tit-bits
Saw the bag that the snacks are from Wel.B Snacks. The snacks does not contain any sugar and it is vacuumed freeze.
Would highly recommend the following:
a) Freeze-dried strawberry (6packs for $10)
b) Nu Snacks Fruit Chewy (6packs for $10)
Despite the savings at the baby fair, the carpark charges amounted close to $20. We were stuck at the carpark for about an hour due to faulty gantry.
I am currently in my week 33, the next baby fair will only be in Jul. Till then.
Love,
Sherlyn
Hi Everyone
Visiting a baby fair is very exciting, it requires proper planning, very energy exhausting. Here are some tips I've picked up on how to survive a baby fair:
pic credit: http://www.mummysmarket.com.sg/
1) Plan/ do research.
a) Plan out the list of things you need to buy. Not all items are cheaper at the fair eg NTUC was selling Mamy Poko diapers the same price at the fair. The fair was giving out wet wipes for every 2 packets of diapers purchased. Imagine you lugging the cartons of diapers home, you wouldn't save on the taxi fare/ carpark charges.
b) You wouldn't save a lot on normal brands like Kodomo, Tollyjoy, Pureen etc. The massive savings are for premium brands like Mustela, California Baby etc
c) Some of the star/ must buy items are baby wipes, diapers, milk powder, baby cot, car seats, strollers.
d) Breast pump: eg Spectra breast pump, saw the ones on sale were the old models (S1/S2) and is more expensive. Hence, must do homework!
2) Bring a big bag/ luggage/ trolley so it's easier to put all your shopping together.
3) Usually, the organiser will provide floor plan/ guide. For better time efficiency and organisation, mark all the stalls you want to visit on the floor plan.
4) Go early around 11plus to 2pm or evenings around 6plus, it is less crowded. It is easier to browse and make payment. I have visited the fair on the last day previously, most of the items were out of stock.
5) Bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
6) Bring plenty of cash for faster payment.
7) Be thick-skinned eg some stores have bulk buy at cheaper price, I approached a mummy if she want to share with me as I do not require so much. Hence, there's savings for both of us.
8) Some stores eg baby wipes, diapers offer free delivery with minimum purchase.
9) When buying diapers, do buy in a variety of sizes as babies outgrow very fast.
10) Leave your kids at home. My friend brought her 2 kids along with her has to leave early as the child was getting cranky.
11) Tag team with your husband eg I went to grab the stuff while he waits around with the loots.
12) There's a tendency to go overboard on shopping/ buy stuff you might not even need. Hence, exert control.
13) Check the items thoroughly for defects, you won't be able to exchange.
Hope you find these tips useful. Probably I'll share what I've bought at the baby fair in my next post.
Love,
Sherlyn
