Babes in Arms

I came in specifically for a nursing tank and they had many in stock. This is the place to go to for all your cloth diapering needs. They carry so many brands and diapering items! They also have an extensive selection of baby carriers that you’re able to try on. It’s these types of boutiques that bring in the hard to find unique baby items that you cannot find in your big box stores like ToysRUs and Walmart. Definitely come here for anything maternity, nursing and for baby.

I have been shopping at this store for years and have loved it. They have Eco responsible products and lots of selection.
However, since location moved to Bridgeland the atmosphere has changed. The staff, while still very knowledgable, seem less friendly and almost scared of something. This now feels like a typical impersonal boutique.

I started shopping here years ago when my babe was super small. It’s SO NICE to be able to find cloth diapers and carriers locally. The wraps here are SO GORGEOUS, they make me want to have more babies. They also know their shiz — The classes here are taught by super knowledgeable and approachable people who have years and years of experience. Yes I said classes! You can learn all there is to know about cloth diapering and babywearing from a real live person. No need to spend hours scouring the internet for this info!
My son is now 8 and we STILL go back regularly. So many awesome products that are still relevant to us today. Recently I’ve been in there to buy a hiking book and a reusable snack bag for my packed lunches. They always have the perfect gift for your favourite new family. Also don’t overlook the wall in the back, ladies: Awesome grown up devices as well. Get it all in one stop!
Convenient play area in the corner of the shop so smaller kids can be occupied while those of us with wallets take our time.
Keep this shop at the top of your gift ideas list for all your mom friends!

A fantastic store for new parents or parents to be, Babes in Arms is THE place to go if you want products or advice on things like babywearing and cloth diapering.
Babes in Arms operates with a triple bottom line philosophy (social, environmental, and financial sustainability) and offers top-​quality products and advice. Part of their commitment to sustainability is their pledge to pay a living wage, and this shows in their staff. The folks who work there are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, patient with questions and with no pressure to complete the sale (unlike some of the other high-​end baby stores in town).
They offer sales and rentals of many different styles and brands of baby carriers (Ergo, Becco, Babyhawk, Boba, Maya, and Moby to name a few). You can take an extended baby-​wearing class that walks you through all the options and the $ 10 fee (which is mostly to guarantee that folks show up) will be applied to the cost of your carrier. Rentals are also great, as they give you the chance to try options for extended periods, and come with a coupon for 10% off your carrier purchase, which effectively cuts over ½ off the cost of the rental.
They also offer one of the best selections of reusable diapers in town, with an eye toward sustainable, locally produced options. They have a great consignment program which lets you experiment with a range of diaper options, without spending a small fortune (which will likely still pale in comparison to the lifetime cost of disposables… but that’s another story).
They offer nursing clothes for mom and locally/​sustainably produced toys for dad (er, for baby), and most importantly a helpful, non-​judgmental, and supportive community for parents.