Birmingham Moms Blog is thrilled to announce that we are bringing Bloom to our city! We are linking arms with the City Moms Blog Network {our parent site} as well as 50 other Sister Sites across the nation to celebrate moms as they enter into motherhood for the first, second, third, or more time!
This exclusive event is geared towards moms {and dads!} who are planning to grow their family, currently expecting, in their first year of motherhood, or fostering/adopting little ones. This year, we will be holding the event at the beautiful UAB Women & Infants Center to provide an evening of pampering, delicious food, informational resources, and of course — plenty of swag and giveaways, too.
We’re excited to announce that Ashley Matteo Photography will be at the event to capture all of the special moments!
To stay up to date on all of the details of Bloom, we encourage you to officially join the Facebook event page, share with any new and expecting moms you may know, and get ready for a wonderful evening celebrating motherhood.
WHEN & WHERE
Bloom will be held on Tuesday, April 17 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at the UAB Women and Infants Center {1700 6th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233, 5th Floor, Physician’s conference room (WIC 5324)}.
NURSING ROOM
Our partners at Children’s of Alabama are sponsoring a room for nursing mothers (or those of us who just like a little quiet when we whip out a bottle). This will be a calm, quiet space for those who need it, and there will even be extra refreshments because you deserve them! Babies one year and under who can be worn are absolutely invited to Bloom with their mamas, and Children’s of Alabama is making it even easier for that to happen!
FOOD
Dinner will be provided by Vecchia Pizzaria and Mercato, Birmingham’s only authentic Italian Neapolitan pizza. The menu includes Homemade Bruschetta and Herbed Crostini, Caprese Salad with Fresh Basil, Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Chips, Assorted Italian Wraps, Pasta Marinara with Homemade Meatballs, Pasta Alfredo with Oven Roasted Chicken, and White Chocolate Bread Pudding. 
TICKETS
Ticket price includes access to EVERYTHING we have planned for this event, and as always, moms, dads, and grandparents are all welcome to attend! Due to the nature of the event, tickets will be *extremely limited* and available on a first come, first served basis only. Historically across our sister sites, this event has sold out very fast, so we encourage you to save the date now and make arrangements with friends so that you do not miss out once ticket sales open in Eventbrite starting on March 15 at 8 pm.
All ticket sales are 100% final and Birmingham Moms Blog is unable to offer refunds for any reason, as this event will happen, rain or shine. {Please note :: Newborns in carriers or slings are welcome. However, due to the set-up of our space, strollers and children over the age of 1 will not be permitted.} There will be two types of tickets: General Admission and VIP.
General Admission Ticket :: $25
includes event admission
catered refreshments
a Q&A with a panel of experts
pampering opportunities
local vendors
reusable tote packed with over $60 worth of top products for mom and baby
VIP Ticket :: $40
includes all event amenities listed under general admission PLUS…
early admission starting at 6:00 pm
10 extra giveaway tickets
Aviate ‘BHM’ hat (worth $36!!!)
Babyganics wipes
Paisley Pea Bib
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Giveaway Sponsors
Disclaimers: ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. Tickets are non-refundable and there will be no rain checks offered, as this event will happen rain or shine. Anyone who elects to purchase an entry ticket will be automatically subscribed to our email list {if they have not been already} in order to provide the most timely and up to date event information subject to our Privacy and Opt-Out Policy. By purchasing this ticket and participating in the event, you understand that your photo and/or that of your minor child may be taken, and your participation serves as your express permission for Birmingham Moms Blog, any of the participating sponsors on the day of the event, and their respective affiliates to use such photo(s) on their respective professional websites, in promotional materials, and/or on their social media platform for marketing purposes only without further approval, compensation, or notice.
