Ergobaby
Sophie Andrews is a lifestyle photographer, army wife |
My Carrier of Dreams
I jumped at the chance to test out the new Ergobaby OMNI 360 Air Mesh recently. As a military family we split life between the super-hot and dusty Middle east and the UK and I’ve been longing for a carrier to emerge which does it all for us. I need something to perform in hot or cold climates, to have a big weight range to use with both kids, to be washable, stylish for me and cool enough for my husband to wear too. Oh, and it needs to help me run through the airport with one in it whilst pushing the buggy with one hand, balancing a coffee in the other and without losing a child, or my mind. BIG ASK.
[photo credit : @gingerandbluphoto]
Everyday, we hear stories from our fans about the longevity and durability of our carrier. “I’ve used the Ergobaby carrier for over six years and through three kids!” is a common refrain we hear! We’d love you to hear your stories and tag us on social media!
While our carriers are built to last and constructed for durability, here are a few tips to extend the life of your carrier.
Teething Pads
Most babies, once they start teething, suck on the straps of the carrier. It’s right there, ready for tiny mouths, who can blame them? The PH of their saliva even changes as teething begins. Did you know that you can get
Calling all Hello Kitty fans!
Our doll carriers are perfect for older siblings to join in the carrying fun when they're new brother or sister arrives!
In the spotlight this month is North East Sling Library! 🌟
Each month, we will be video showcasing a sling library from the UK to share a bit about themselves and the invaluable services they offer local families and the wider community.
We will also be asking them to share some of the most asked questions and how they answer them!
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Founder & Babywearing Consultant, Rachel, talks through the history of her library and the different services she brings to families in the the North East of the UK with the help of her team. |
Introduction:
Hi. I’m Alex. Wife to Mark, and Mum to Ben aged 6, and Lily and Ella now aged 1. Mark and I fell in love with travel when we first went to live in the UK from New Zealand in 2004. A hobby turned in to an obsession. The arrival of Ben meant we had to think differently about travel, but he fitted right in and at the age of 6 has been to about 25 different countries.
When Lily and Ella joined our family in 2012, we wanted to continue to travel and in the style we were accustomed to (a bit of comfort here and there, but mainly independently). A decision to move back to NZ had us stuffing as much travel in to 2017 as we could, finishing with a 10 week journey through parts of South East Asia.
We knew that carrying both girls was going to be an additional challenge, and that taking care of our backs (as we wouldn’t be getting as many “breaks” from carrying
Are you a UK parent of a 0 - 18 month old?
Would you like to put our new baby carrier to the test?
Lightweight & Breathable
Our new carriers are arriving in the UK soon and we want to give you the chance to be one
of the first families to put it through it's paces, in exchange for your opinions!
This month we're showcasing Worthing Sling Library,
as part of our new "Sling Library Spotlight" series! 🌟
Each month, we will be video showcasing a sling library from the UK to share a bit about themselves and the invaluable services they offer local families and the wider community.
We will also be asking them to share some of the most asked questions and how they answer them!
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Babywearing Consultant & Owner, Lysanne, talks through the history of |
Have you been wearing your baby, but you're not convinced they look 'right'? Here's how to correct a couple of common mistakes to keep baby in an optimal carry position.
'C' Shape Spine
Baby is cuddled in to mum, with his spine in a naturally formed 'C' shape. | |
What's Wrong?Baby is hugged in too close to mum. This can restrict the airways, increase the chance of baby overheating and holds baby's spine in an natural curve. How do I correct this?Loosen the straps at the sides of baby to allow |
In this post, Dr Henrik Norholt writes about how using a baby carrier may help mothers to succeed with breastfeeding.
About Dr Henrik
Dr. Henrik Norholt is a member of The World Association of Infant Mental Health, The Marcé Society for Perinatal Mental Health and The Society of Emotion and Attachment Studies. He is an expert in the effects of baby carrying on child psychological and motor development having studied it for the past 15 years. He is a frequent lecturer and thesis supervisor at numerous universities, colleges, association meetings and international conferences.
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