Mama & Me returns for third edition next week

After the overwhelming success of its past editions, Mama & Me by Gulf News is back for its third edition — bringing together mothers and their little ones for a joyful morning of bonding, discovery, and celebration.

Creating nurturing spaces
Motherhood is a deeply personal journey, marked by growth, emotion, and shared experiences. Mama & Me is thoughtfully curated to honour every aspect of that journey. The event offers a welcoming and supportive space where mums can unwind, connect with their children, and engage with a like-minded community that understands and uplifts their parenting path.

Mama & Me will return on Wednesday, May 28, at the vibrant Nonya, Taj Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai — promising another morning of meaningful connection and celebration.

 “Mama & Me plays a significant role in fostering meaningful connections between mothers and their children by creating intentional spaces for bonding, learning, and community support,” says Adaveth Agarwal, Senior Manager – Partnerships, FirstCry. “We’re excited to provide a space that brings mothers together to share their journeys, access the best products for their child, and support their beautiful journey. These events empower mothers to cherish and celebrate their unique experience, while giving children a joyful, supportive start in life.”

What to expect

The morning will feature interactive baby experiences, brand showcases, and curated activities. The event concludes with light-hearted bonding games for mums and toddlers — designed to strengthen early connections.

“Events like Mama & Me offer a special space for mothers and their children to pause, connect, and simply enjoy each other’s company away from the rush of everyday life,” says Zein and Musthaque from the Marketing team at Early Learning Center – ELC Toys. “At ELC, we believe that play is one of the most powerful ways to bond, and being part of this event allows us to support those meaningful moments through hands-on activities and joyful interactions.”

For exhibitor, Retykle, the event hopes to inspire families to make thoughtful choices and discover how sustainable fashion can fit seamlessly into their everyday lives, says its Director, Armelle Liverton. “Mama & Me is a beautiful opportunity for mums to connect meaningfully with their children and with each other,” says Liverton. “In a world that moves fast, we love events like this, which offer a rare chance to slow down, share stories, and feel supported.”

For Nancy Braiteh, Marketing Manager, Baby Grow, a supplier of trusted baby brands, events like Mama & Me are more than just gatherings, offering opportunities to educate, empower and connect with mothers on a deeper level. "Our mission is to simplify parenting through innovative, safe, and practical baby products that allow moms to focus less on stress and more on bonding with their little ones,” says Braiteh. "The impact we hope to achieve is simple yet powerful: to be their trusted partner in parenthood, giving them more time for what truly matters, creating meaningful moments with their children."

Sponsors and partners

The event is presented with the support of Lifestyle Partner Mom Store & Carters, Healthcare Sponsor Prime, E-commerce Partner FirstCry, and our valued exhibitors: Retkyle ME, ELC Toys, Baby Grow, and Joolz/Brand Hub.