Baby Stations

Its not uncommon for parents to run out of baby essentials (nappies, wipes etc) when you’re out. The problem of course is that when you realise you need them its normally urgent and a right pain to have to find a shop and handle the transaction with an upset baby. Westfields in the US have decided to deal with this via an innovative vending machine called “Baby Station”.

The Baby Stations sell essential baby products like feeding products, first aid (Tylenol, rash cream etc), wipes, nappies, bottles, pacifiers etc. They also feature a 7″ video screen which provides information on the products being sold. The thinking for Westfield (who plan to place them in every one of their centers over the next 12 months) is that it will reduce the instance of parents having to cut their shopping time short because they left the house without all the baby essentials.

This would also be a great idea for airports & train stations.

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