New Zealand Babywearing Week 2017

The dates that we’ll be celebrating International Babywearing Week in New Zealand this year are Saturday 30th September to Sunday 8th October! Keep an eye on your local babywearing group’s page for details of events happening in your area. Some areas may offer events in the week ahead of the official dates to enable families to be involved who may have plans to be away during the school holidays.

Also keep an eye on the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page for the annual babywearing photo competition, giveaways, nationwide event details and more!

 

Babywearing Week 2016 is on its way!

Wow, I can’t believe it’s that time of the year again, the time where we get all excited, finding out what events are being planned around the country, waiting with anticipation to see what amazing prizes and giveaways our wonderful sponsors are spoiling us with. Clear your diaries for the first week (and a bit!) of October, from Saturday the 1st October until Sunday the 9th.   What was your favourite event last year? What would you loooove to see in our giveaways this year? Go on, dream big!!!

 

WINNER – SnuggleBug Prize Pack!!

Babywearing Week is now in full swing in New Zealand and it’s time to announce the winner of the last pre-week giveaway. Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway for a SnuggleBug prize pack from SnuggleBug.

And the lucky winner is Amy Connolly. Congratulations Amy! Please message us through the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page with your email address and delivery address.

The next giveaway will be our annual photo competition which will be live very soon so keep an eye on our Facebook page for the announcement and subscribe to our blog so you don’t miss out on a chance to enter.  Did you know that you will automatically receive a bonus entry in the facebook giveaways if you have the New Zealand Babywearing Week logo as your profile pic? Grab it from the New Zealand Babywearing Week page!

Guess & Win with Pikau the New Zealand Babywearing Week Kiwi

Pikau the New Zealand Babywearing Week Kiwi is sooooo excited to hit the road and join as many of you as he can at some of the events happening around New Zealand from October 2nd – 11th for New Zealand and International Babywearing Week!  He has some giveaways that will be up for grabs thanks to some very generous sponsors!  The major prize is a Caboo Carrier from sponsor Cheeky Cherubs, with a second prize of a manduca front pouch and two pairs of Huggalugs leg and arm huggers from sponsor My Natural Baby (pictured below).

All you need to do to be in the draw to win, is guess four of the events that Pikau will be making an appearance at this year. Hint: Check out the official events listed on our site to help you make your guesses. Email your guesses to info @ mynaturalbaby dot co dot nz along with your name, address and phone number. Make sure the subject field for your email reads “Guess and Win with Pikau”.  The cut off for entries is 8pm on Friday 2nd October 2015. The two winners will be announced as soon as possible after the 11th of October.

Big thanks to our prize sponsors!! (Prize can only be shipped within New Zealand). Good luck and happy guessing! Where is Pikau going during New Zealand Babywearing Week?

New Zealand Babywearing Week Giveaway with SnuggleBug – WIN a SnuggleBug Prize Pack

We’re on the countdown to New Zealand Babywearing Week (2-11 October 2015) and we are looking forward to celebrating with you.  Our next giveaway is a prize pack containing 1x  classic Snuggle Bug wrap, 1x Snuggle Bug nursing scarf and 1x Chartreuse Funky Teething necklace, courtesy of New Zealand Babywearing Week sponsor SnuggleBug.

Prize pack description:

• Snuggle Bug wraps are affordable 100% cotton New Zealand made baby wraps that allow busy parents to keep their baby close while they continue with everyday activities.
• Snuggle Bug nursing scarves are a stylish and convenient way to discreetly feed your baby. The unique infinity scarf design folds out to be a lightweight feeding cover for when a bit of extra privacy is needed. When not in use, the scarf can be worn in one of eight fashion ties or simply folded up and put into your bag. Made from lightweight and breathable fabric that provides baby with good airflow during feeding so that they don’t overheat.
• Snuggle Bug Teething Jewellery is designed to be both fashionable and functional. It looks great and provides a safe option for mums with babies that love to chew, pull and play with their jewellery.

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Please note that this giveaway is open to New Zealand residents only.

To be in with a chance to win, like the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page. Then comment under the post that has the link to this blog post on the New Zealand Babywearing Week page, saying why you would like to win this prize pack from SnuggleBug. (Comments under the image in the photo album will not count as entries, comments must be under the post that has the blog link on the facebook page – thanks!)

For extra entries in the draw check out these options:

1. Like the SnuggleBug facebook page and leave a comment to say hi and how you found their page.
2. Leave a comment under this post to let us know why you would like to win a this prize pack.
3. Change your facebook profile pic to the New Zealand Babywearing Week logo so that we see it when you comment on the facebook page to enter. The logo may be taken from the New Zealand Babywearing Week facebook page profile picture.

Good luck to all who enter!  A winner will be drawn after 8pm on Friday 2nd October 2015.  New Zealand Babywearing Week – the countdown is on . . .

WINNER: Reverse Half Buckle Carrier Courtesy of Mamush

We’re on the countdown to New Zealand and International Babywearing Week 2015 and we’re enjoying giving away lots of awesome babywearing goodness thanks to our generous sponsors. Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway for a reverse half buckle carrier from sponsor Mamush.

And the lucky winner is Wendy Clarke. Congratulations Wendy! Please message us through the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page with your email address and delivery address.

The next giveaway will be live very soon so keep an eye on our Facebook page for the announcement and subscribe to our blog so you don’t miss out on a chance to enter.  Did you know that you will automatically receive a bonus entry in the facebook giveaways if you have the New Zealand Babywearing Week logo as your profile pic? Grab it from the New Zealand Babywearing Week page!

New Zealand Babywearing Week Giveaway with Mamush – WIN a Reverse Half Buckle

We’re on the countdown to New Zealand Babywearing Week (2-11 October 2015) and we are looking forward to celebrating with you.  Our next giveaway is a a reverse half buckle (buckle straps and tie on waist) baby carrier (pictured below), courtesy of New Zealand Babywearing Week sponsor Mamush.

Features of the carrier:

• Reverse half buckle (SSC shoulder straps and tie waist straps)
• Chubba bubba size (equivalent to standard size)
• 3.5 kg – 25 kg weight range although recommended for children from around 6 months
• Front or back carries
• Locally sourced fabrics
• Flat hood
• Funky design

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Please note that this giveaway is open to New Zealand residents only.

To be in with a chance to win, like the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page. Then comment under the post that has the link to this blog post on the New Zealand Babywearing Week page, saying why you would like to win this reverse half buckle carrier from Mamush. (Comments under the image in the photo album will not count as entries, comments must be under the post that has the blog link on the facebook page – thanks!)

For extra entries in the draw check out these options:

1. Like the Mamush facebook page and leave a comment to say hi and how you found their page.
2. Leave a comment under this post to let us know why you would like to win a this baby carrier.
3. Change your facebook profile pic to the New Zealand Babywearing Week logo so that we see it when you comment on the facebook page to enter. The logo may be taken from the New Zealand Babywearing Week facebook page profile picture.

Good luck to all who enter!  A winner will be drawn after 8pm on Tuesday 29th September 2015.  New Zealand Babywearing Week – the countdown is on . . .

WINNER – Papoozle Baby Carrier Courtesy of Nappy Days

We’re on the countdown to New Zealand and International Babywearing Week 2015 and we’re enjoying giving away lots of awesome babywearing goodness thanks to our generous sponsors. Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway for a Papoozle from sponsor Nappy Days.

And the lucky winner is Deborah Baker. Congratulations Deborah! Please message us through the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page with your email address and delivery address.

The next giveaway will be live very soon so keep an eye on our Facebook page for the announcement and subscribe to our blog so you don’t miss out on a chance to enter.  Did you know that you will automatically receive a bonus entry in the facebook giveaways if you have the New Zealand Babywearing Week logo as your profile pic? Grab it from the New Zealand Babywearing Week page!

New Zealand Babywearing Week Giveaway with Nappy Days – WIN a Papoozle Baby Carrier

We’re on the countdown to New Zealand Babywearing Week (2-11 October 2015) and we are looking forward to celebrating with you.  Our next giveaway is a a Papoozle baby carrier (pictured below), courtesy of New Zealand Babywearing Week sponsor Nappy Days.

The Papoozle has a unique combination of a stretchy fabric upper attached to a padded structured waistband which provides unbeatable comfort for you and your baby. It can be worn for hours at a time, giving you lots of snuggles and hands free parenting without the backache.

• The soft padded straps gently cocoon your baby’s head keeping him safely tucked in when you are on the move.
• The design ensures that your baby is carried with knee-to-knee support for healthy hip positioning.
• Unlike carriers with thin stiff shoulder straps your baby’s weight is distributed across your whole back and then down through your hips as he gets heavier. It can be used from birth up to 16kg
• Soft padding eliminates pressure on your neck and shoulders
• One size fits all with one simple adjustment. Easy to put on too, no origami skills required.

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Please note that this giveaway is open to New Zealand residents only.

To be in with a chance to win, like the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page. Then comment under the post that has the link to this blog post on the New Zealand Babywearing Week page, saying why you would like to win a Papoozle. (Comments under the image in the photo album will not count as entries, comments must be under the post that has the blog link on the facebook page – thanks!)

For extra entries in the draw check out these options:

1. Like the Nappy Days facebook page and leave a comment to say hi and how you found their page.
2. Leave a comment under this post to let us know why you would like to win a Papoozle baby carrier.
3. Change your facebook profile pic to the New Zealand Babywearing Week logo so that we see it when you comment on the facebook page to enter. The logo may be taken from the New Zealand Babywearing Week facebook page profile picture.

Good luck to all who enter!  A winner will be drawn after midday on Sunday 27th September 2015.  New Zealand Babywearing Week – the countdown is on . . .

WINNER – Kozy Carrier Courtesy of Kozy Carrier Ltd

We’re on the countdown to New Zealand and International Babywearing Week 2015 and we’re enjoying giving away lots of awesome babywearing goodness thanks to our generous sponsors. Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway for a Kozy Carrier in the Feilding print from sponsor Kozy Carrier Ltd.

And the lucky winner is Logan Mercier. Congratulations Logan! Please message us through the New Zealand Babywearing Week Facebook page with your email address and delivery address.

The next giveaway will be live very soon so keep an eye on our Facebook page for the announcement and subscribe to our blog so you don’t miss out on a chance to enter.  Did you know that you will automatically receive a bonus entry in the facebook giveaways if you have the New Zealand Babywearing Week logo as your profile pic? Grab it from the New Zealand Babywearing Week page!