Southview Baby Fair Featured Free Car Seat Safety Checks, Dads Derby & Runway Show
Southview had everything to help expecting moms and their families prepare for the arrival of their new babies at the August 17 Baby Fair.
Over 400 attendees at the free event could tour Southview’s maternity unit, visit retail booths, talk to baby doctors, and sign up for childbirth classes.
Grandview Medical Center police officers inspected 18 car seats. A fire truck from the Washington Township Fire Department was on display.
The baby fair also featured:
Dads Derby
Dads tested their skill at maneuvering a baby stroller in the Dads Derby. Contestants pushed a stroller with a baby doll inside through a timed obstacle course of four stations, where they will have to:
- Change the baby doll’s diaper
- Pack the bag for the hospital
- Place the baby doll in the car seat
- Drink milk from the baby bottle
Babies”R”Us Runway Show
Parents checked out the latest baby gear at the Babies”R”Us Runway Show. Moms and dads demonstrated travel systems, diaper bags, and baby carriers. Toddlers modeled summer clothing.
Cutest KBaby Contest
Babies competed to determine the cutest “KBaby.” The contest was open to children ages infant to four years. The winner received a free portrait session from Callahan Photography.