Coming to Bumpfest? Chat here!

[KateSMumsnet]

Hi all,

We hope that you are as excited as we are about Bumpfest this weekend?

As you know the event is being held at Euston Square and you can find out useful transport info here, lunch will be provided as well as a fab goody bag and non-alcoholic cocktails (natch), along with lots of other fabulous treats

We thought it might be nice for everyone to chat all things Bumpfest from what you're wearing and how to get there to who you are looking forward to seeing full programme here and answer any burning questions you may have.

So feel free to have a chat below and virtually meet before the big day.

If you haven't got your ticket yet, don't worry, you can still grab one here. Use the code MUMSNETTER to nab yourself a handy discount too!

[KateSMumsnet]

Well, we're here in Euston and it is lovely! We've just heard Mumsnet co-founder Carrie Longton give a v inspiring opening speech - looks like we've got a great day ahead

If you're reading this and you're at Bumpfest, do come over and say hello, SandyMumsnet and I are on the lower floor (near the food, natch). We even have homemade biscuits...

[TheOnlyOliviaMumsnet]

[KateSMumsnet]

It's ace here O - lots of lovely MNers with lovely bumps

[wingcommandergallic]

Well I'm glad people turned up!

[TheOnlyOliviaMumsnet]

Looks lovely. Almost makes me wish I had a bump myself
note I said ALMOST.

Imagine our bumpfesters are engrossed in all the goodies laid out for them.
Hope Mars has brought LDC.

[Rosedust]

Had a lovely day - enjoyed all the goodies and talks

[sunshinegirl28]

Thank you so much for organising such a great event! Loved the whole day and just looking through the goody bag now! Very exciting - many thanks

[plinkyplonks]

Really enjoyed today - lots of interesting talks, picked up some great books and the goodie bag from Mama'd & Papa's was lovely, along with the Mumsnet one :) Food was really yummy too! Thanks again x

[Rosedust]

Someone tweeted me to say I'd won the Wholefoods hamper - but haven't heard officially! I had to leave before the end - will it be announced soon?

[plinkyplonks]

I think they said they would contact you - may be worthwhile flagging to a moderator :)

[Rosedust]

Thanks plinky - good idea

[rumisyum]

Utterly fab day, MNHQ! Really impressed by the speakers - such useful stuff covered. And the goody bags aren't bad too! I'll be recommending future ones to other pregnant friends for sure.

[Campbellina]

Such a good day at Bumpfest. It was everything I had hoped it would be - so informative, yet relaxed, real, insightful and invaluable! I loved the opening myth busting on birth, the panel were great, varied and could offer loads; the baby first aid was very reassuring and the lovely lady from Red Cross nailed it; Rachel Wilcox I could have listened to all day - I will no doubt be purchasing her books; and finally Lucy Porter - what a v funny and lovely way to finish.
Overall I have come away feeling less mystified about the reality, excited, but confident that I can do this. My partner came with me too, which I was so thankful for, just for the experience and support, and he thought it was a great day!
Venue, food, staff, tea, coffee, breaks, assistance, loos, facilities, promotions, atmosphere - we're all excellent - obviously very well thought out!
And finally Carrie - co-founder of mumsnet, was inspiring, fantastic, engaging, funny, witty, real - thank you!
I hope Bumpfest runs again next year, as I would encourage any inquisitive mums to be to get yourself along!

[KateSMumsnet]

@Rosedust

Someone tweeted me to say I'd won the Wholefoods hamper - but haven't heard officially! I had to leave before the end - will it be announced soon?

Hullo Rosedust - we'll ping you a PM, stand by!

[Treadlightly]

Had a lovely day at bumpfest! Sleep lecture was really interesting. Was also curious about the wholefoods hamper - it looked fab & was wondering if I was the lucky winner