The babes were bouncing for joy yesterday morning as two new pets arrived in our household: a dog and a baby elephant.
No, it wasn’t a special delivery from London Zoo or the Animal Shelter.
They were blow-up toys I’d ordered from a company called Happy Hopperz.
Probably the coolest products I saw at last month’s Baby Show, Happy Hopperz had all eyes on their animal parade.
Unlike more modest stands, the Happy Hopperz team had chosen to display a mini safari’s worth of toys in front of their stall.
It was a smart move because no kid who passed could resist having a bounce. Rob, the director, revealed the Baby Show was their product launch.
They’d ordered 100 as a test run and had already sold out. Parents were queueing to sign up for the next batch.
Seeing as it was almost impossible to tear Ezra away from the pink dog he’d pounced on, I joined the growing list of pre-orders.
Adapted from the ’80s Space Hopper concept, Happy Hopperz are a range of inflatable creatures that come in a range of funky colours and shapes, each with ears/horns for little hands to grip.
These bouncers are great for stimulating the vestibular system, strengthening core muscles and coordination and generally having a laugh.
There’s much falling about when the little ones start bouncing so it’s best to use them where it’s safe to land. And of course, don’t let them hop off unsupervised – who knows where they’ll wind up?
Happy Hopperz are a great party piece. They’re cool, eye candy and serious fun. Mama wants one too!
**Prize Offer**
As soon as we set eyes on these toys, we wanted to spread the hoppiness. So Babes about Town has teamed up with Happy Hopperz to offer one of their bouncy beasties as a gift to a lucky reader.
Simply leave a comment below before the closing date Sun Mar 28 midnight GMT. Winner will be chosen at random and informed via email and on the blog.
To see the full range of Happy Hopperz, visit the web site.
great giveaway! my kids would love one of those… fingers crossed!
How cute is that!
My munchkin is to little for these right now – but when she gets older this will be a must have! Hello back from SITS!
They are loads of fun, Urban Mums. Good luck!
Super cute, Blond Duck. Nice to see you here :-)
Hi Christine, they are a great concept. My boys love them.
Thanks for having stopped by. =D
I am also in no hurry to stop breasfeeding, glad to know someone out here breasfed past 1 too. =)
I hope I cna win one of those for my boobieaddicted baby!! =D
Hi Mayra, thanks for coming and good luck!
Ok, how cute are your two bouncing around on those?! SWEET!!
Oh I am in love with them!! My youngest would love to bounce around on one of these babies and I’m sure once the newborn arrives, grows up, gets some teeth, learns to walk, argue, torture his siblings….he’d love it too! Yeah. It will be awhile, but while I’m all planning his entire life and stuff I may as well include this. You know. To schedule in fun. Wot?! xx
these look super cute!
Thanks for coming by my blog today!
LOL Mesina, well I’m sure even your unborn would enjoy bouncing on these after all the fun he’s been having inside you!
You’re welcome Stephanie, and good luck!
those are so stinking cute! my daughter would love to play with it! They are all so cute…especially those cows!
Stopping by from SITStas. What a great post ~ lovin’ those pictures! I know just the kid for one of these Happy Hopperz!
Hi Katrina, kids go nuts for these Hopperz. Good luck!
Hey sitsta Cheryl, glad you came by. Good luck :-)
My twin girls would love one – i hope they win
Hi Collette, twin girls eh? Double the bouncy fun. Good luck!
Oh oh oh! Count me in! Those look so fun. My kids would love it and love to fight over it! :)
Happy Saturday Sharefest!!!
Alex aka Ma What’s For Dinner
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Fab I want one now!!!!!
Hey Fiona, shame you missed the contest. But they’re actually doing a discount offer at the moment so hurry to the site now (or email info@babesabouttown.com for details)!