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Breastfeeding and Babywearing: A Perfect Pair

We believe that breastfeeding and babywearing are a perfect pair; a match made in momma heaven. And what better time to celebrate the beauty of breastfeeding (and babywearing!) than during World Breastfeeding Week? Breastfeeding is best for babes; the best way you can nourish your baby. And babywearing is not only a beautiful bonding tool, but it also simplifies your life as a parent in many, many ways. We also...

Stroller Troubles? Why a Baby Carrier Makes it Easier

Stroller Troubles A guest post by Leah Mastilock of Sandy Toes Creations. I started out as many new moms do – with the all the gear: a bulky stroller with the car seat attached, diaper bag filled with a week’s worth of stuff, “just in case.” You know, all those things baby registries tell you that you need. So, I’d load up all my gear and would fight to push...

Hot Weather Babywearing: How to Keep Cool in your Carrier

Summer babywearing: How to keep cool in your baby carrier Babywearing is awesome for countless reasons, but there are some things you need to keep in mind when summer babywearing. We’d like to share some ideas with you on how to keep cool in your carrier so you can keep having your babywearing adventures, even in the heat of the summer. Make use of a parasol or umbrella Sounds simple, right?...

Babywearing is Flat-Head Prevention

A study recently released by the Official Journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics indicates that an estimated 46.6% of babies between the ages of 7 to 12 weeks in North America will suffer from positional plagiocephaly, or “flat head syndrome.” (1) That’s nearly one in two babies! This largely preventable syndrome is widely assumed to be the result of over-use of infant holding devices, such as car seats, swings...

Babywearing Tip: Wear your baby in an in-arms position

Huh? What does that mean? All it means is that, when you’re babywearing your baby on your front, your baby should be positioned on you where you would hold her if you weren’t wearing her. Baby’s bum should be right around your belly button, not down around hip level – ouch! That’ll hurt your back for sure. Baby’s head should be close enough to kiss. This will be more comfortable...