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Babytheek, Toy Library and more!
Affordable, practical, sustainable: borrow everything you need for pregnancy, babies, kids and family life.
We give families access to things they only need temporarily: from pregnancy for as long as the children live at home. By borrowing instead of buying everything themselves, families save money and items get used for longer.
How De Gezinsbib works
1. Become a member
Come by for a no-obligation information session. Choose the membership rate that suits your family. Your account is activated after payment. Your membership starts with your first loan and runs for one year.
2. Choose and reserve
Browse the catalogue, choose your items, check the calendar and possible pickup locations, and submit your reservation.
3. Pick up, use and return
Make an appointment to collect your reservation or arrange home delivery, enjoy your items and keep an eye on the due date. Extending is often possible.
What can you borrow?
Baby & family
Baby baths, babywearing gear, baby items, balance bikes, high chairs and more.
Toys, puzzles & games
For different ages, from babies to older children.
Children's clothing & Mamaboutiek
Baby and children's clothing, maternity and breastfeeding clothing.
Books & textiles
Children's books, books for adults, bed linen, muslin cloths and other textiles.
Strollers, carseats and furniture
Strollers, car seats, bike seats, furniture and other items families only need temporarily.
Where can you find De Gezinsbib?
2 Depots
Brugse Poort
Baby and family items, toys, baby and children's clothing, children's books and smaller general items. Most materials stored here can also be picked up at other locations.
Nieuw Gent
At Bloei, the focus is on pregnancy and parenthood, including the Mamaboutiek (maternity and breastfeeding clothing). Between Bloei and De Spruiten Tuin we store all larger items such as strollers, car seats, bike seats, balance bikes and furniture.
4 Points
Dampoort · Ledeberg · Gentbrugge · Merelbeke
A Point is a place where you can pick up and return your reserved items. Items must fit in a standard shopping bag, except in Merelbeke.
Pick up or return yourself, or choose home delivery or home collection
Can't pick up your reservation yourself? We can deliver it to your home. We can also collect items from your home. To do this, add "Home collection" as the only item in your reservation basket. We will then contact you to arrange a suitable time.
Rates
- Inside the R40: €15 per trip
- Outside the R40: €5 starting fee + €1.50/km
- Minimum rate: €15
Distance is calculated from Bloei based on the shortest route in Google Maps. Home delivery and home collection depend on our schedule.
Frequently asked questions
What is De Gezinsbib?
De Gezinsbib gives families affordable access to things they only need temporarily, from pregnancy for as long as the children live at home.
Who is De Gezinsbib for?
Everyone who is raising children or helps care for a family is welcome.
How do I become a member and what does it cost?
You sign up for a no-obligation information session, we explain everything and put together your first reservation list with you. An annual membership costs €50. There is a social rate of €30 and a UiTPAS opportunity rate of €10.
What can I borrow and for how long?
You'll find items for pregnancy, babies, children and families. The loan period depends on the category and varies from a few weeks to a year or the length of your membership. You'll find all the details in the guide.
How do I reserve an item?
Find the item in the catalogue, check the calendar and possible pickup locations, click Reserve and submit your reservation.
Where can I pick up and return items?
De Gezinsbib has two depots and four Points. Each item shows where it can be picked up. Where you can return it depends mainly on the size of the item.
Can I have items delivered or collected at home?
Yes. Home delivery and home collection are possible by appointment and depend on our schedule.
How can I extend a loan?
Many items can be extended through your account from halfway through the first loan period, as long as there is no next reservation. For some categories you need to email us.
What happens in case of damage, loss or missing parts?
Let us know as soon as possible. We look at each situation individually and take into account normal wear and tear, the age of the item and whether repair is possible. See the guide.
Can I donate?
Yes! We gladly accept usable pregnancy, baby and children's items, preferably by appointment. You can also support Gentse Spruiten financially or by volunteering. See all the ways to support Gentse Spruiten.
Babytheek Gent is an initiative of Gentse Spruiten vzw in collaboration with De Transformisten.