Fun mom and baby activities in Dubai

Are you a mother looking for ways to socialise and explore Dubai without leaving your baby behind? We’ve got a bunch of mom and baby activities in Dubai, which offer you just that and more. 

Top Things to Do for Mothers and Babies in Dubai

Dubai has greatly evolved over the years to become an all-inclusive city, where people from all ethnic, religious and social backgrounds can find something that interests them. There are a plethora of activities in Dubai for people of all ages. This post, however, focuses solely on all the things mothers can do in Dubai with their babies. 

Baby Sensory

First on our list of mom and baby activities in Dubai is Baby Sensory. This uber-creative organisation has come up with genius ways to introduce simple images, words and sign language to babies aged between 0 and 13 months. Starting with the songs, the group session transitions into one-on-one 3-minute activities for mother and baby, before moving on to exploratory play for the little ones. This is a great place to socialise for both the mom and the child, while simultaneously introducing the values of sharing, cooperation and turn-taking into the little ones. 

• Cost: AED 630 for 10 weeks
• Location: Marina Mansions – Dubai Marina
• Timings: Every Monday (Please check the website for weekly schedules) 
• Contact: +971-55-112-6895
• Age range: 0 to 13 months

Baby Monkeys at Music Monkeys

Baby Monkeys is a specially designed music class for babies aged between 3 and 10 months. Accompanied by their mothers, babies are creatively engaged into using age-appropriate props, songs and instruments that stimulate their sense and develop their motor skills. The 30-minute class gives you ample time to bond with your little ones and other mother-baby duos in the class. 

• Cost: AED 630 for 10 weeks
• Location: Cheeky Monkeys, Leisure Centre – Arabian Ranches 2
• Timings: Every Wednesday 11:00 am to 11:30 am 
• Contact: +971-4-422-1553
• Age range: 3 to 10 months

Baby Arabia

Want your little ones to learn a new language from an early age? Baby Arabia takes kids as young as 1-year into their language programmes. While the institute teaches French, Spanish and Arabic, classes are subject to the availability of students – a minimum of 6 students are required. This is one of those mom and baby learning activities in Dubai where your child picks a valuable skill at a young age and you learn with them. All learning activities are designed to teach your child the target language using words, music, movements and sensory play while keeping the environment fun and inviting. 

• Cost: From AED 110 per session | AED 1,020 for 12 weeks
• Location: Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road – Muhaisnah
• Timings: Varies according to the target language
• Contact: +971-50-624-7263
• Age range: 1 to 2 years

Baby Splash

Baby Splash is the place to go with your tots for an early introduction to water and all the splashing fun. The programme gives mommies a chance to enrol their babies for a creative and fun class that acclimatises the little ones to the pool environment and helps them get comfortable with the idea of swimming. All classes are infant-centric and are great for children as young as 3 months. It’s safe and induces early learning in your child besides enhancing their motor skills. 

• Cost: Members AED 504 for 6 weeks | Non-members AED 995 for 12 weeks
• Location: Al Manzil Fitness First Club – Downtown Dubai
• Timings: Every Monday 09:30 am to 11:00 am (till December 9, 2019)
• Contact: +971-4-437-0576
• Age range: 3 to 19 months

The Toddler Gallery at OliOli Dubai

OliOli Dubai is a sensory paradise for your little one. This place offers some of the best indoor kids activities in Dubai for all ages. The Toddler Gallery at OliOli is full of discovery for little minds. At this one-of-a-kind children’s museum, you can help your baby indulge in sensory and active play. Make them solve simple puzzles, build something up with blocks or just allow them to have the time of their life popping bubbles. These activities are designed to enhance learning for the child and mothers can be there every step of the way with them while they play and learn. Even though this option appropriately classifies as one of the expensive activities for moms and babies in Dubai, it is absolutely worth it. 

• Cost
  • 0 to 11 months: Free
  • 12 to 23 months: AED 63 for 2 hours
  • Over 23 months: AED 126 for 2 hours
  • Adults (above 16): AED 42
• Location: 62 4A St. – Al Quoz 1
• Timings: 09:00 am to 07:00 pm | Thursday and Friday 09:00 am to 09:00 pm
• Contact: +971-4-702-7300
• Age range: 0 to 4 years

My Gym 

Head over to My Gym for some fitness activities for the mom and baby in Dubai. This place offers two different programs for mommies and their tots. Register for Little Bundles if your baby is aged between 6 weeks and 6 months. This programme includes songs, baby exercises, infant rides and swings for the mom-baby duo. Tiny Tykes, the second program is great for babies aged between 6 and 13 months. The activities in this programme comprise of stretches and exercise, dance and songs, and activities that improve balance and agility in the baby and you. 

• Cost: AED 1,250 for 10 weeks
• Location: Villa 18A, Street 35, Al Wasl Road– Al Safa
• Timings: 

• • Little Bundles: Monday and Wednesday 12:05 pm to 01:05 pm | Sunday 02:00 pm
  • Tiny Tykes: Monday and Tuesday 11:05 am to 12:05 pm | Wednesday and Saturday 10:05 am to 11:05 am

• Contact: +971-4-394-3962
• Age range: 0 to 1 year

Mommy & Me Play at Kids Zone

Adding to your options for special mother and baby activities in Dubai is the Mommy & Me Play event hosted by Kids Zone. Make Monday mornings interesting for you and the baby with 2 hours of non-stop play and fun at the Kids Zone Baby Area. The place is specially designed for activities that develop your baby’s motor skills, hand-eye coordination and balance. Plus, it is a great way to meet other moms and grow your social network for future support and playdates. 

• Cost: AED 60 for 2 hours
• Location: Kids Zone, Souk Al Bahar – Downtown Dubai
• Timings: Every Monday 09:00 am to 01:00 pm (till December 9, 2019)
• Contact: +971-4-429-0973
• Age range: 0 to 5 years

Mamalicious at Cheeky Monkeys

If you’re looking for purposeful and fun mom and baby activities in Dubai, Mamalicious is a good place to start. This fitness class is conducted specifically for mothers with babies. You don’t have to leave your little ones behind to keep up with your fitness schedule. Mamalicious at Cheeky Monkeys brings calming yoga classes that help you maintain your equilibrium required to be a mentally and physically healthy mom to your baby. Plus you get to spend some quality time with your child while you’re at it. 

• Cost: AED 80 per session
• Location: Leisure Centre – Arabian Ranches 2
• Timings: Every Wednesday 09:00 am to 10:00 am
• Contact: +971-4-422-1553
• Age range: 0 to 2 years

Join a Playgroup

Mom and baby playgroups in Dubai are a great way to instil social awareness in your child at a young age. These groups give you and your babies a chance to socialise, make friends and indulge in fun activities. One such popular playgroup in Dubai is the Sunbeams Mums and Tots Group. Sunbeams hosts a weekly event that offers games, toys, craft activities and snacks for the kids. While the babies play and interact, the mothers can bond over tea and coffee with cake. There are songs and stories, bubbles and laughter at each session. The best part is, this is a pay-as-you-go playgroup – no membership required. 

• Cost: AED 30
• Location: Little Land Nursery – Umm Sequim 3
• Timings: Every Tuesday 09:30 am to 11:00 am
• Contact: +971-54-447-3058
• Age range: 0 to 4 years

Besides all this, there are plenty of other private mom-support groups and mom and baby playgroups in Dubai active on Facebook. These groups organise regular events and activities for mom and baby in Dubai. You can always find one that works best for you. 

There are also times when you have no other options but to stay home with your toddlers, that’s when you can bank on some fun activities to keep your kids busy at home. And when you have the time to go out, there are a lot of toddler activities in Dubai that your little ones can enjoy. 

Are there any things to do for mom and baby in Dubai that you have tried and thoroughly enjoyed? Let us know about it in the comments below.