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August 02, 2022
One of the top concerns on the minds of new mums and mums-to-be is breastfeeding/chest feeding. That's why we covered the crucial first hour after birth in the first part of our blog series on breastfeeding/ chest feeding problems. If you haven't read the blog yet, take a look here.
In this article, our midwife and babywearing expert, Katrin Ritter talks about how to latch baby correctly.
Why breast/chest feeding is a brilliant decision
Immediate, undisturbed and extended skin-to-skin contact is the foundation to successful breast/chest feeding . This is not the sole responsibility
July 28, 2022
Carrying a baby under your heart is a gift and incredibly exciting. What will it look like? Will it have mum's snub nose or rather dad's straight nose? And how will you decorate the nursery? Yes, there are many things to think about during pregnancy (or before). But for some unknown reason (at least for us), hardly anyone talks about ‘certain topics’. That's why we're doing it today. Because we love our Ergobaby blog but also because we honestly and openly and directly talk about topics that are perhaps not so readily discussed at the dinner table. We want to be the friend we would like to have ourselves. The friend who prepares you for EVERYTHING, and the friend who stands by your side when the time comes. So, let's go:
1. Oops, a fart!
Oh no, what was that? Please don't be ashamed. Remember baby takes up more and more space in the last
July 20, 2022
Nipple piercings: What do I have to bear in mind during pregnancy and breast/chestfeeding?
When you hear terms like snake bite, flat helix, high nostril or orbital, you immediately know what it's all about? Great, then maybe this is the right blog post for you. For everyone else: The above terms refer to different piercings for the mouth, ear and nose. Since body jewellery is currently making a comeback, we wanted to take another look at the topic of piercings and answer the question: can you breastfeed with a nipple piercing? It's clear that a nose or ear stud won't get in the way. Unless your baby discovers something glittering on your face and wants to pull it (ouch!). However, this post is about nipple piercings.
So, if you have your nipples pierced and you're wondering can you breast/chestfeed with a nipple piercing in, then read on:
July 20, 2022
The warm season is finally here. But with the sometimes sweaty temperatures, many parents ask themselves: Can I also carry my baby in a carrier in summer? And of cou,rse we have a few good reasons why you can. For one, you can easily go anywhere with the carrier and reach any lake or mountain, or take a stroll in the sand. On the other hand, pushchairs and prams can quickly become a risk factor in summer when it comes to dangerous heat build-up. It is often parked in the sun because the hood provides shade and usually also has UV protection. Then many parents put a cloth over the front of the hood to protect their little one from the sun and suddenly it gets boiling hot inside the pushchair. And the problem is: no one notices because the child is hidden behind the cloth and the hood. Overheating happens more quickly than when you're carrying, because you can feel the baby close to your body and have a better view of how your baby is doing. However, there are of course a few things to keep
July 17, 2022
The world is opening up and confidence in travel is returning. Perhaps you too are in the process of planning your holiday with your little ones? Many families then worry that a lack of routines and time zone differences could throw their little ones off. While some children tend to cope easily with change, others are less adaptable. Our UK sleep specialist Gemma Coe is a mum of two herself and as a certified baby and child sleep consultant. She helps families all over the world develop healthy sleep habits. Today, Gemma tells us what to look out for when it comes to children's sleep when travelling.
Child sleep on holiday
"First of all, I want to say to you: don't worry too much. You are on holiday. It's a short time when your number one priority should be FUN. If you throw out all your routines and schedules during your travels and develop other methods
July 14, 2022
Hooray, a baby! How does it feel to be a mum now? Let’s discuss what few people talk about: Between postpartum, breastfeeding, nappies and sleepless nights, after a while it's not so easy to feel like a woman and partner too.
Secretly, quietly, sex disappears from the relationship for many and the question is: How do we get it back? And what is the reason for this in the first place? Time and again, Dutch sexologist and anthropologist Mandy Ronda meets new mothers who tell her: "Since giving birth, I don't feel attractive and therefore don't feel comfortable with my partner naked. Is this normal? How can I feel sexy again?" We are therefore pleased that Mandy explains to us below how we can reconnect with our bodies and find closeness in our partnership .
July 11, 2022
Just because we like our products doesn't mean others will. As one of the world's leading companies in the field of ergonomic baby carriers, we are always striving to make our products even better, so we are always dependent on feedback from the field. That is why it is important to us that both parents and medical experts test our products for suitability for everyday use, ergonomics, handling and comfort. No sooner said than done! With the introduction of the revised Adapt baby carrier last September, we were able to have 64 midwives and babywearing advisors from Germany and Austria for an extensive product test. Our carriers are extensively tested and assessed in everyday life with many different families in practice as well as many different experts and health professionals. After the test phase, there was of course an extensive survey for the midwives to fill out.
This is what our testers said
July 07, 2022
Summer is here and the sun is shining. Who wouldn't want to go exploring and discover the world together with their child? Whether it's the beach, the woods, the sea, the mountains or the lakes, it doesn't really matter. Because with the lightweight, breathable baby carriers from Ergobaby, you are prepared for every adventure.
Always fresh - with mesh
Ergobaby offers (almost) every baby carrier model in two materials. On the one hand, there is always an airy and very breathable version with mesh material and on the other, a cosy version made of cotton or jersey. It is clear that baby carriers made of mesh allow even more air to circulate, provide you and your baby with fresh air from outside and dry faster. As summer is just around the corner, we would like to take you into the light and airy world of our mesh fabrics. As we head into the warmer season,
July 06, 2022
"Sleep, little baby, sleep..." is the sound of many parents dreams when putting baby to sleep in the cot. But what happens when the "little dream" doesn't really work out and mum or dad shake the baby out of sheer desperation? In counselling, even as an expert, you are confronted with stressful issues from time to time. A parents' intuitive ability to soothe their own baby can be negatively influenced from the outside. This can be the case, for example, through prolonged sleep deprivation, general exhaustion, postpartum depression, traumatic birth experiences, loss events or even a crying baby. It is estimated that between 100 and 200 children are admitted to German hospitals with shaking trauma every year. Experts assume that the number of unreported cases is high. Therefore, when working with parents, it is also important to be vigilant and to react promptly in case of a case.
What causes parents to shake their
July 02, 2022
Are you expecting a baby and want to breastfeed no matter what? Then this is the right article for you. Because many chest/breastfeeding problems in the early postpartum period can be avoided if you keep a few important things in mind. Since the first hour after birth is the most important foundation stone for a successful chest/breastfeeding start, today we would like to take a closer look at the nine phases of a newborn's adjustment. Our midwife and babywearing expert Katrin Ritter will again explain to you what you and the midwives looking after you should pay attention to.
The nine phases of a newborn's adjustment
The Swedish doctor Prof. Dr. Ann-Marie Widström from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm and her team observed children in the first hours after birth and analysed hundreds of hours of video material. They discovered nine