Hello fellow Mommies! When I became a Mom, I naturally fell into attachment parenting. I’ve always followed my instincts and read A LOT, taking whatever advise I find agreeable and pertinent to my family. I have found an amazing support system of like-minded mommies online and in my own town which is such a blessing. When my friend Emy told me about MommyCon many months ago, I checked out their website to get a feel for it and see what the event was exactly. I found out that MommyCon is a nationwide convention for parents (including expectant parents) that is dedicated to natural and organic parenting methods. Yes, Yes Yes!
For anyone sitting on the fence about MommyCon, or for those of you who don’t know much about it, here are the top five reasons why I think you should join me at MommyCon at the Caribe Royale Convention Center on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016.
1. It takes a village to raise a child!
I am so excited to meet all of the parents, speakers, and educators that have rallied together for this event. There is nothing better than being surrounded by supportive people while getting your questions answered and learning about the things YOU want to know. This years speakers include Angel Laketa Moore, decorated actress and YouTube sensation, who will share stories about her journey as a mother of three boys, including twins. MommyCon sponsor and founder/CEO of Cotton Babies, Jennifer Labit, who is returning to discuss the importance of cloth diapering. Also, one of my personal favorites, outspoken breastfeeding advocate, Jessica Martin-Weber of The Leaky Boob! Jessica is a mom of six and is dedicated to helping mothers find the strength and courage to breastfeed in an unsupportive society. She will provide a raw and emotional look into nourishing babies, toddlers, and mothers. How exciting!
2. It’s a FUN afternoon for the family — that doesn’t involve excessive amounts of sweating in the Florida heat!
I love spending my days with PJ! Unfortunately, there are just some places that aren’t designed with toddlers in mind and so I find them more stressful than fun. MommyCon is set up with our families in mind! There are nursing stations, kiddie play areas and plenty of refreshments. You can also bring your own food and drinks, which I love and will personally be taking advantage of. Workshops include an expanded selection of babywearing specific seminars such as Babywearing 101, Wrapping 101, Toddlerwearing (presented by Beco Baby Carriers), and How to Ring Sling, educational symposiums on environmentally friendly menstruation products and potty training, plus sleep consultations.
3. Giveaways and freebies galore!
If you’re like me, you know how valuable freebies can actually be! Sometimes I need an extra nudge or special reason to try a new product. It’s hard to spend money on something you aren’t sure will be LOVE. So to all of the little trinkets that are sure to creep into my life at MommyCon and make me wonder how I ever did without, I say bring it on! Contests too? Sign me up!
4. You get to try out products!
MommyCon Orlando will feature a product showcase hall of 80 exhibitors! I’m personally on the hunt for a toddler carrier now that Payton is outgrowing her standard Tula. Will I get extender pieces? A toddler Tula? A Kinderpack? Will I start wrapping? Being able to try out products and talk to the experts is one of the many valuable resources available at MommyCon!
5. Shopping! Shopping! Shopping!
There will be vendors on site that love and genuinely care about us and the well-being of our families, giving us attention and making us feel special as we browse around. If you love shopping where your kiddo is free to explore and the products are tailored to you, MommyCon is the place to be!
Event Details for MommyCon Orlando
Date / Time: Saturday, September 3rd, 2016 9:30 AM to 5.30PM
Venue: Caribe Royale Convention Center
8101 World Center Dr Orlando, FL 32821Tickets: $20-$100 thru Mommy–Con.com
I am a member of the MommyCon 2016 street team which gives me access to a $5 off coupon code to share with you! This code (STSM16) can be used in conjunction with the $2 discount that they are currently offering on their website when you share the event on your Facebook page during checkout.
Thanks to MommyCon, I’m delighted to share that we are giving away 2 conference tickets to MommyCon Orlando here on Mami of Multiples! Two winners will be chosen at random. No purchase necessary. You can enter the giveaway more than once using the Rafflecopter entry form below.
Learn more by visiting www.mommy-con.com
Facebook: facebook.com/mommyconusa
Twitter: @MommyConUSA
Looking Forward To Seeing You There!
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Shawna Martell, Natural Parenting Mami & First-Time Motherhood Contributing Columnist
“Natural Parenting Mami with Shawna Martell” is a healthy living and attachment parenting contribution. She is also the First-Time Motherhood Contributing Columnist. Shawna offers advice, tips, and resources on a range of topics including breastfeeding, babywearing, organic gardening, and other family-friendly topics through honest and reflective insight into her new journey.
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I knew they had products you could check out, try and even buy-which I am very excited to see in person. I knew that the kids could come, but I didn’t know that the whole family could participate in fun activities!
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I did not realize how much there was at Mommycon. I would love to take my niece who is a new mommy, I think she would enjoy it very much!
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Thanks for this fun give away and some great info about mommycon 🙂