I’m so excited to be attending the Drool Baby Expo next Wednesday! 

Why? 

It’s not often I get to actually try products before I buy them. And not being able to try before I buy, makes for many calls to companies after said items arrive, asking to get a return authorization number. About 8 out of every 10 purchases gets returned, I would estimate.

I never know if I’ll be able to grip the items, tie the laces—will the pants close with a snap, hook or the worst: a button? 

But by actually attending the Drool Baby Expo, I’ll be able to go table to table, trying out products, talking to the people behind the tables and asking them questions that will allow me to make an informed decision—and save me trips to the post office top return items!

Some of the vendors who are attending this year’s expo are: Magic Beans, Bugaboo, Ergobaby, Aden & Anais and Baby Bjorn, among others. The full list of exhibitors—more than 70!—can be found here.

The expo, which still has tickets available, is Wednesday, May 7, from 3 to 9 p.m., at the Westin Waterfront, Boston. More information can be found here. 

There will also be demonstrations, giveaways and tons of local companies, if you, like me, support local businesses whenever possible!

I won’t lie. I am also very excited to enjoy some of their mocktails!

I’ll report back after on any of my finds, but follow this blog, my Facebook page or Twitter account that night to see my excitement come through in virtual real-time!