The Wrapsody: A Baby Carrier for Your Little Fish

I have to admit I was skeptical about this company’s release of a wrap-style baby carrier that could be worn in the water.  But after having it for about a month, I can attest that there’s more than one watery use for this wrap, which costs around $55.

The Wrapsody Water wrap is made by GypsyMama, but this isn’t your tie-dyed hippy-mama baby wrap. …

Why I Chose To Use a Baby Carrier

I’d like to share with you why I chose baby carriers over strollers whenever possible with both my kids.

But I wanted to make this more than a personal story.

So I’ve organized this article to cover probable reasons for babywearing among four major groups individuals likely to be weighing whether or not to choose a baby carrier.  Who should read this?

Expectant parents awaiting the birth of their first child.
Parents who didn’t use a carrier with their …

Carriers that Wrap Around Your Baby

When I lived in West Africa, all of the new moms I saw used lengths of bright fabric to create their own wraparound baby carriers.  These wraps looked so comfortable and versatile.  While the village moms would shop or tend crops, babies would explore their world or – more often than not – sleep.

So, is a wrap right for you and your baby?  Let’s look at the most common wraps and compare their materials, longevity, …

Does a Lightweight Infant Carrier Fit Your Lifestyle?

Ever notice how guys offer to carry our heavy stuff and their own? I thought it was chivalry.  Turns out it’s weight distribution.   So it is with baby slings.  You want to find a model that is lightweight, but all infant carriers are not equal in their equal distribution of baby’s weight.

Pound for pound, all soft-framed carriers, slings, and wraps are – themselves – very light.  Soft-framed carriers are on the heavy end because …

Easy Baby Carrier 101

The baby carrier that’s easy for you is the one that you’ll wear the most. It’s got comfort and convenience wrapped into one.

Squeezing yourself into a baby carrier can seem like you’re playing Twister.  Wouldn’t it be great to have both hands free while comfortably holding your baby? The best models can free you up to get a lot done: power walking, vacuuming, decluttering, shopping, playing with baby’s older sibs. So, how can you find …

Cloth Baby Carriers – A Natural Way to Nurture Your Child

A cloth baby carrier might be one of the most appreciated gifts for a new family. Cotton carriers, including slings, wraps, and some front-pack carriers, allow for great comfort for both babies and parents.

If you are interested in natural baby products, babywearing, attachment parenting, or any of the other ways of nurturing your baby that you might have heard about, a soft, stretchy-material cotton carrier is likely to be on your short list …

Lightening the Load – Carrying your Newborn in a Baby Carrier

Newborn baby carriers let you keep your baby snug and safe with you after you give birth and slowly return to your daily activities. Newborns love being with their parents, observing the world, seeing, hearing, and smelling everything around them during their quiet alert periods – and then taking a nice nap, lulled by a parent’s movement, warmth, and heartbeat.

Baby carriers suitable for newborns

Not every baby carrier is suitable for newborns. They do not yet …

Baby, Let’s Fly! How to Survive Your Airline Trip

You’ve booked a flight with your baby and now you’re starting to worry. What do I need to bring? How will I keep baby from crying? After eight international flights and more than a dozen domestic flights with an under-2, I’ve got some ideas for you!

Just the Essentials, Ma’am

Your everyday baby “essentials” are different from mine, but let me help you think through what you’ll need on the airplane. This will probably all fit in …

A Primer on Baby Wearing – Learn the Different Styles of Carriers and Choose One With Confidence

Why Wear Your Baby?

Infant carriers worn on the body often turn out to be the single most important item of baby gear for many families. New parents are surprised at how much their babies want to be held and carried, and how much a carrier soothes them. However, it can be hard to find out the best infant carriers and to decide which one is best for you and your baby.

You may have heard …

What is the Safest Infant Carrier? Choosing the Right Carrier for You and Your Baby

With the increasing popularity of slings, front carriers and baby backpacks, you might be wondering which model to buy, and what will be best for you and baby. With new models coming out all the time touting convenience and comfort, there are a few things to look for when shopping. After all, you want the safest infant carrier possible.

Slings

For newborns, these are definitely the best. They are the closest imitation of the womb, with …