We are committed to providing our customers with the best service possible at the best price possible so you not only receive a discount on the RRP but you get Free UK First Class post too.

We believe we stock the widest range of Ergo Baby products in the UK and our staff members have used the Ergo Baby Carrier or helped hundreds of parents choose the one that is right for them.

The Ergo Baby Carrier is available from The Natural Nursery, starting at £89.95 for the Original Ergo Carrier.

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This blog post highlights some of the concerns of parents about certain types of baby carrier, namely ones that dangle the baby from the crotch. – http://babywearingbuzz.blogspot.com/2008/05/why-bjorn-and-snugli-are-bad-for-baby.html

 The ErgoBaby Baby carrier holds the baby in a different way – they are seated with their spine supported in a natural position. 

 The Ergo Baby Sling also gives great support for the parent too, so it is a win win situation.

 The Ergo Baby Carrier is available from The Natural Nursery, starting at £89.99.

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They have obviously been hard to get hold of as we have sent 8 out today already!

The Ergo Performance carrier costs £94.99 (a saving of £5 off the RRP) and comes with FREE UK First Class post.

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Photo from Daily Mail

As if dads needed any more encouragement to be hands on and carry their baby in a sling…

More and more dads are finding out how wonderful it is to carry their baby in a baby sling – it is such a lovely way of bonding with your baby and giving mum some time to herself.

This wonderful picture of Orlando Bloom wearing his 5 week old baby in an ErgoBaby Baby Carrier just shows how easy it is for new dads to be hands on and enjoy some cuddle time with their newborn.

The photo, published in the Daily Mail, shows Orlando Bloom walking confidently with his baby, prior to enjoying lunch with Miranda Kerr.

It is great to see a national paper publishing such a positive parenting story, but I do wish that they hadn’t commented upon the new mother’s figure.

The ErgoBaby Carrier is available for sale at The Natural Nursery, with prices starting from £89.95 and £107.95 for the organic cotton Ergo Carrier as worn by Orlando Bloom.

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Well made product, good materials. Comfortable to wear, baby sleeps well in it. Could not ask for a better carrier. Perfect when used with cargo pack.

A.S, Feb 2011

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Not only did this mama go bush walking, the beach and trips to the city, it really helped with a reflux baby and it was lent out to lots of other parents who all loved it.

Pictured is the Ergo Baby Carrier, Sport version, great for families where both parents want to carry.

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Here is a simple explaination of the different types of Ergo and the main differences between them.

All Ergo Baby Carriers

• Provide ergonomic support for both you and your baby
• Ensure baby is held in a safe and comforting position
• Can be used from newborn (with the infant insert) right the way up to pre-schooler
• Can be used for front, hip and back positions
• Are safety tested to strict standards
• Have a sleephood to stop little heads wobbling

The Ergo Baby Carrier

This is the orginal New Generation Ergo that replaced the Classic Ergo several years ago. 

This is the Ergo baby sling that I used with my daughter until she was 4 1/2 years old, for up 2 hours at a time.

It is available in a range of colours to suit every style and is made from 100% cotton fabric.

It has a waist belt circumference from 25″ to 43″ and fits from 5′ to 6’5″ body height with adjustable shoulder and chest straps.

The Organic Ergo Baby Carrier

This is the same design as the ErgoBaby Carrier, but made with certified organic cotton.

It comes in a range of colours, many with beautiful embroidery.

It fits the same sizes at the normal ErgoBaby carrier (waist 25″ to 43″ and height 5′ to 6’5″) and can be used with the waist extender to give a comfortable fit if required.

The Ergo Sport

Designed to appeal to those with a more rugged or urban style, the Ergo Sport will fit taller men and women.

It is lighter than the Ergobaby Carrier, and is made from a polycotton, a breathable fabric to keep both you and baby cooler than in the Ergobaby carrier.

The sleep hood is completely detachable and the body of the baby carrier is vented for coolness.

The waist belt can extend an additional 5″ further than the Ergobaby carrier  (to 48”), and the shoulder straps can extend an extra 4″ (to 27”).

It is currently available in black and blue.

The Ergo Performance Baby Carrier

This is the newest addition to the Ergobaby range and is aimed at active parents who want a high performance baby carrier that is light weight, supportive and adaptable.

It has a streamlined design and is up to 1/3rd lighter than other Ergo slings.

The Performance Ergo is made from highly breathable fabrics with a cotton mesh lining to keep you and baby cool.

It has shaped shoulder straps for a close fit and lightly padded for comfort. fit from 5’ to 6’6” in height and the waist belt extends to 48” (5” longer than standard Ergo) – please note this carrier cannot be used with the Ergo Waist Extender.

It is currently available in green and grey, to suit both mummies and daddies.

If you require any further information on the Ergobaby sling, or would like to buy one now, do visit The Natural Nursery website.  You are welcome to contact us for advice – we have experienced Ergo Baby Carriers users on our staff.

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In it Stacey talks about how she finally took the plunge to buy an Ergo Baby Carrier and hasn’t looked back.

“I really like the Moby wrap but I wore Kyler in it the other night for about an hour while we trick-or-treated and I wanted to cry at the end…my back was so sore.  Today I wore him in the Ergo and I’m sold…it was almost like he was a tiny little baby…not my 14 pound chunker!  I also stuck Estella in it on my back just to try it out…you really can carry a child in it up to 40 pounds!  I’m glad to finally have a carrier that I can comfortably carry my big boy in …I can’t wait to go for a walk!”

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First to arrive will be the Ergo Baby Performance Baby Carrier, specially designed for active parents.  It features all the great Ergo design, with a high level of comfort and safety for both baby and parent, with a new sleek design and high performance materials.

The Ergo Performance is made of a durable, lightweight fabric that is highly breathable and has a cotton wicking lining.
It will fit both mummies and daddies, with a height range of 5’ to 6’6” and will can be used from newborn (with the infant insert) right the way through to pre-school age, around 4 years or 18kg.

As with all Ergo carriers, the Performance can be used  on the:
* Front
* Hip
* Back
and provides exceptional support and comfort for baby and parent.

We are expecting our first delivery to arrive in the next week or so.  Pre-orders are available with a 10% discount, reducing the price to £89.99 for a limited time only.

Pre-order your Ergo Baby Performance today.

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The Ergo is Comfortable

I tried many slings in my baby wearing days and the Ergo was by far the most comfortable for extended periods of baby carrying. With its ergonomic design, thick padded shoulder straps, adjustable waist band and shoulder straps, the weight is distributed evenly across both shoulders and down your legs, not just on your back.

Unlike heavy frame baby backpack carriers, the Ergo weighs only 700g so it doesn’t add to your load and there are no metal parts to dig into you or your child.

I would regularly carry my 4 year old daughter to 1-2 hours at a time without feeling any strain on my back or becoming overly tired.

The Ergo is Versatile

The Ergo Baby Carrier is the baby sling that does it all. With the addition of the Infant Insert, this baby carrier can be used from birth to around 4 years.

You can use it as:

• A newborn baby sling
• A toddler baby carrier
• A front baby carrier
• A hip riding baby carrier
• A baby backpack (carry on your back)

You will use it for:

the school run, shopping, walking the dog, trekking on the Moors, days at the beach (have you ever tried pushing a pram on the sand?), doing the housework, day trips out, heck you can even breastfeed in the Ergo.

The Ergo is quickly and easily adjusted via the buckled straps, so it can be used by both parents – the standard Ergo will fit daddies up to around 6′ 5” though taller/bigger framed parents may prefer the Ergo Sport.

The Ergo is Safe

The Ergo Baby Carrier has been designed from the bottom up to be safe for your baby. It has passed rigorous safety testing both in Europe and America including:

• the European testing agency TÜV since 2008
• the Juvenile Products Manufactures Association (JPMA) since 2008
• the CPSIA (Consumer Product Safety Information Act) standards mandated by Congress in 2008

The Ergo creates a baby safe natural sitting position for babies and toddlers, preventing compression of the spine and hips that can occur with some other baby carriers.

Your baby is held securely against you in an upright position, within kissing distance of you, with their chin off their chest and back supported – for more information on baby safety in slings and baby carriers, see www.babyslingsafe.com.

For the parent, your baby’s weight is distributed evenly across your body and balanced over your hips and shoulders, unlike with some baby slings that put all the weight on just one shoulder.

We love the Ergo and are sure you will too – do feel free to contact us if you have any questions.

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Many new parents – and mothers in particular – suffer from the lack of support they find when the baby is born. For the first few days, relatives and friends all come around to see the new baby but after a while, visits space out. In traditional societies, new mothers would be surrounded by their own mother, their sisters, aunts, and younger siblings. Everyone would help look after the new mother and the new baby.

Finding yourself at home with a newborn can feel daunting. How do you manage to put the baby to sleep, feed him, make your own meals? Even taking a shower feels like a luxury of the past.

There is one piece of baby gear that helps a new mother feel as if she had an extra pair of arms: an Ergo baby carrier.

• The Ergo baby carrier is designed to be used from birth (with the addition of the infant insert) right until toddler-hood.
• The Ergo baby carrier can be worn on the front, on the hip and on the back.
• The Ergo baby carrier suits parents of different sizes. Even if mum is tiny and dad is tall, they can share the same baby sling. The optional Ergo waist extender adapts the sling to larger parents.
• The infant insert is designed so that baby can recline in the baby sling and sleep comfortably. Once the child is older, he can sleep upright. His head will be supported by the sleep hood.
• It is dad-friendly so dads can carry their baby, put him to sleep in the sling and build a strong bond with their newborn.
• It is even easy to use for grandparents. Relatives are keen to help with the new baby but they don’t always know how. Showing them how to put on the Ergo baby carrier and go for a walk while mum catches up on some well-deserved sleep is ideal.

Have we mentioned how pretty the Ergo baby carrier is? It sounds frivolous to mention how pretty a baby sling is but it actually matters. When you wear your baby sling day in and day out for months, you want to have a carrier that you enjoy wearing, that suits your wardrobe, and makes you feel good.

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What is the Ergo baby carrier?

The Ergo baby carrier is a soft structured baby carrier. It is composed of a body, with a belt secured by two clips around the waist. The top two straps are carried like a backpack, around the shoulders. It forms a pocket where the baby can slide in comfortably.

How do I use the Ergo baby carrier from birth?

The infant insert allows parents to use their baby carrier from birth. The shaped cushion holds the baby in an ergonomically correct position. Place the baby in the infant insert and slide him in the Ergo baby carrier.

How do I use the Ergo baby carrier for front carries?

Place the belt of the carrier around your waist and close the buckles at the back. Bring your baby snug against your chest and, holding the baby with one hand, bring the body of the carrier up with the other hand. Still holding the baby, slip one shoulder strap over your shoulder. Swap hands to do the same on the other side. Pull on the straps until your baby feels nice and snug.

Can I use it for back carries as well?

You can use your Ergo baby carrier on your back from the moment your child can sit unaided or whenever you feel confident. Many parents move to back carries when their child is about nine months old. Remember to close the chest strap.

Is the Ergo baby carrier easy to wash?

The baby carrier can be washed by hand or in the washing machine on a gentle cycle. To avoid washing the carrier frequently, the fabric can be protected by the Ergo sucking pads. The pads clip onto the top straps and baby can then chew on the straps to his heart’s content.

The Ergo baby carrier is a sturdy, easy-to-use and comfortable baby carrier. It can be used from birth well into toddlerhood. It can be worn by parents of different sizes and in several carrying positions. It is so sturdy that it can be used again for a younger sibling without showing any significant sign of wear.

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Fleece – a baby sling can be made of various fabric, and fleece is a lovely option. It is soft, durable, has just the required ‘stretchiness’ to snuggle and support your baby. It is easy to wash, doesn’t even need to be tumble dried and will protect your baby from the weather.

Forward Facing – Many parents like carrying their baby facing forward i.e. facing away from the mother. Many baby sling manufacturers recommend that this forward facing position not be used at all or be used for short periods of time.
When the child is placed facing forward, his spine is curved back, putting pressure on his lower back, and leaving the weight of the head resting on his spine. Babies’ spine is still too fragile to hold the weight of their head, especially if you’re planning to carry for longer periods of time. It also means that the child has no contact with his mother. He takes the world full on without having mum’s reassuring voice, heartbeat and scent to help him ‘interpret’ what’s going on.

Frog position – The child’s optimum position in a baby sling is often referred to as being in a frog-like position. This is the position that allows his spine to develop harmoniously.
His back should be curved forward, his head able to rest on your chest or on your back if he falls asleep. His legs should be wide apart, slightly flexed and the knees higher than his bottom. Try squatting and resting your bottom on your heels, that’s pretty much the position you’re aiming for your baby.

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Here are a few pointers to use your Ergo baby carrier comfortably.

As a general rule, babies need to be well supported in slings, so although the idea of freedom is great, it can lead to problems as the baby can move too much and as you say makes it hard to carry. Baby should be held snug against yourself.

When you are carrying on your back, at 8 months the best position for the arms is under the straps. This will depend upon each baby/parent but we have found that the vast majority of parents carrying on the back at this stage found that this is the best position for the arms.

It is worth checking how tight the shoulder straps are: the toggle that goes underneath your arms, rather than the chest strap. If this strap is too loose, it could lead to the baby not being as supported as they need to be.

When you place the baby in the Ergo baby carrier, make sure that the baby is seated well at the bottom of the carrier. If need be, ask an adult to grab the top edge of the carrier and pull on it as you bounce gently. This will make sure that the child is deeply seated in the carrier and has as much fabric as possible supporting his back.

As with any baby sling, the baby’s legs should be flexed and wide apart, almost resting on your hips.

Many parents find that a few sessions with an osteopath or a cranial osteopath also greatly helped their child settle in the baby carrier.

“It took me a few tries to adjust my Ergo baby carrier. I experimented with tightening each straps, loosening them, moving the chest strap higher or lower, moving the hip belt higher on my waist or lower on my hips. Once I had found what worked for me, it was incredibly comfortable. I could carry my son for hours without any ache. It was worth experimenting what worked for me”, says Ann.

Here are a few tips. Don’t hesitate to let us know if you have more questions. Are you an experienced ‘babywearer’ with advice for other parents? Get in touch with us, we’d love to hear from you.

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Ergo Sport Baby Carrier

We get lots of calls asking what is so different about the Ergo Sport so I thought it would be a good idea to put some of the differences down on paper:

General Features and Benefits

The Ergo Sport is designed for fathers and male carriers – it still has all the features and functions of the Ergo New Generation II but is cut slightly larger to accommodate a male frame and looks more rugged.

Fabric

The Sport is made from a 35% cotton/65% polyester blend designed to have a slight wicking to help keep babywearers more comfortable.  This fabric is lighter and more breathable.  The fabric also feels soft to the touch.

The New Gen II is made from 100% cotton with 100% cotton poplin lining (both SKAL certified organic in the case of the organic Ergos). 

Sizing

The Sport’s waist strap can be extended an extra 5”, so fits from 30 inches to a maximum of 48 inches.

The Sport’s shoulder straps extend an extra 4”, so it will fit 5′ to 6.5′ body height.

The New Gen II has a waist belt circumference of 25″ to 43″ and the shoulder straps will adjust to fit from 5′ to 6’5″ body height but we would suggest that those over 6’ would be more comfortable with the Sport.

Design

The Sport has a vent to provide added breathability to keep both baby and parent cooler and more comfortable.

The Sport is available in black with feature white stitching making an urban, rugged looking sling.

Sleeping Hood

The Sport’s hood can be completely removed and stored in the built-in pocket.

The New Gen II sleep hood is fixed to the babycarrier and can be tucked into the pocket when not in use.

Carry positions

Both baby carriers can be used in the front, back and hip positions, for babies from birth up to 18kgs.  Both carriers support the spread squat position being the correct sitting position for the baby’s hip, pelvis and spine growth and does not allow the baby to hang from the crotch.

Both slings distributes weight to the carrier’s hips and shoulders giving a more comfort carrying experience.

Back Pocket

On the Sport, the zippered pocket has been removed and instead there is a poppered pocket to store the sleep hood when it is not in use.

The New Gen II has a side zippered pocket to store small items in and an open top pocket to keep the sleeping hood tidy when not is use.

Can they be used by male and female carriers?

Absolutely, both carriers are designed to be used by both sexes.

Personal thoughts

I haven’t actually used the Ergo Sport as I am barely 5’ 2” and my daughter is sadly too big to be carrier now but I did use the New Gen 4 or 5 times a week until she was 4 1/2 years old.  I can say that the new fabric on for the Sport is lovely and soft, it looks really hard wearing and my husband would have jumped at the chance to have one.

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The Ergo Sport has been redesigned with daddy in mind – it looks more urban, has longer straps and a sleeker fabric.

And to make it even better, we have just reduced the price and you get FREE delivery plus a free gift too.

All in all, a great Father’s Day present.

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