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Safety of Slings

If you’re a parent who keeps up with baby product news, you no doubt have seen phrases similar to the following in recent headlines: “Sling recall.” “Slings blamed for infant deaths.” “Are any baby slings safe?” Due to the recent recall of two sling models manufactured by a well-known baby product company, many parents are questioning the safety of their baby carriers. Parents who formerly were convinced of the benefits of baby wearing are now wondering if the benefits are worth the risks. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, 13 infant deaths have been associated with sling-style carriers over … Continue reading →

Soft Baby Carrier Feature: The Ergo and the Beco Baby Carriers

I still have my Ergo baby carrier. It sits in a place of honor that doesn’t seem to be such an honorable place. It’s in a Rubbermaid box in the basement of my house. The box houses those baby items of my daughter’s that are so important to me that I am going to make them into a quilt one day. Or so the plan goes. Whether the quilt ever materializes is another question, but the fact is that the Ergo was an essential part of my early parenting. I have memories of putting the Ergo on my back in … Continue reading →

Getting to Know The Mei Tai or Asian Baby Carrier

I love mei tais. And at this my dad giggles madly, thinking that I’m talking about some sort of beverage. No, I’m talking about the Asian Baby Carrier, which is fabulous for back and front carries. It’s also very small and easy to pack around. Mei Tai carriers are similar to soft structured carriers like the Ergo or the Patapum. They just don’t have as many formal, clickable straps. In Asia, mothers have worn children from newborn to preschooler in mei tai carriers for hundreds of years. These carriers are so flexible that you can use them while you vacuum … Continue reading →