What better way to stay warm this winter than by holding the one you love close whilst keeping your hands free!

Ciara left a review saying it was the ‘best baby buy’ and went on to say:

A key feature of the ErgoBaby Baby Carrier is its design – unlike some other baby carriers, it holds your baby in the anatomically correct position, so your baby is “seated” in the carrier rather than suspended from it.  Studies have shown that this is better for the development of your baby’s spine as it does not put undue pressure on developing bones.

For the parent, the Ergo is comfortable even for long carries and can be quickly adjusted to fit from 5′ to 6’5″ so it adapts well in families where the the parents have different body shapes or sizes.

We think this would make a wonderful present for any parents of babies or toddlers.

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The design encourages healthy maturation of the spine by supporting the pelvis, hip joint, and leg position rather than putting a baby in a compromising sitting position before the spine is ready. The ERGObaby Heart2Heart Infant Insert also supports the safety of the baby’s head and neck in this critical stage of development.

This is what one of our customers at the Natural Nursery had to say about it:

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This is a great addition to the Ergo baby carrier, as I can go out and about without carrying a bag in addition to the baby. With this I can carry the essentials for trips to the shop, etc. That don’t require me to bring a changing bag.

JG, Feb 2011

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I didn’t initially buy these with my carrier but the first time I used the sling my baby soaked the strap by sucking on it.So i got a couple of pairs of these and I’m happy they will prolong the life of the carrier and be a bit more comfortable and hygienic for my baby.

 They are nice and soft against my babys face too when he falls asleep in the sling and slumps a bit.

SE, Feb 2011

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ergo baby carrier raincover

Autumn is just around the corner and you might wonder how you will protect your baby from the weather when you carry him. Keeping baby warm and dry in winter will be a concern. While they are little, it is easy to zip your coat over them or use a showerproof baby sling.

Once your baby grows, the Ergo baby carrier raincover proves extremely useful. Its clever design allows it to fit over most baby slings. If you are using the cover with an Ergo baby carrier, you can snap the top straps over your carrier’s straps. If you are using it over a different carrier, you can use the two little hooks to attach the straps together behind your neck.

Stretch the raincover over your baby’s back and under her legs so that they are nicely tucked in. Clip the strap behind your back for extra sideways protection.

The Ergo baby carrier raincover is lined with soft micro fleece so that the outer waterproof cover never comes in contact with the child. The large hood is deep enough for a toddler and can be adjusted to fit a baby.

Slip on your own raincoat and you’re ready to brave any weather

Have you tried a babywearing raincover? What did you think? Was it over the Ergo baby carrier or another baby sling? Send us your feedback so we can help even more parents carry their baby comfortably.

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Ergo baby carrier

Like many things about parenting,using a baby sling for the first time can be a bit intimidating. Follow these simple recommendations and soon you will be on your ‘babywearing‘ way!

It sounds of obvious but this is the place to start: read the instruction manual or watch the DVD carefully. If you don’t have one, contact the manufacturer or research on line for babywearing videos for your type of baby sling. The baby carrier manufacturer will usually recommend one carry to start with, just stick to that until you’re comfortable with it.

The easiest is to practice with a doll or a teddy bear. Even a cushion would work, or your bump if you’re pregnant.

Start when your baby is relaxed, fed, burped and changed. Don’t wait until your baby is cranky and tired to remember your brand new sling.

Ask a supportive friend to give you a hand, read the instructions for you or just hold the baby while you’re putting on your baby sling.

It can help to practice in front of a mirror, take a look at the photos in the instructions and see how it looks on you. You can also take a photo (front, back and side) of yourself and compare them with the manufacturer’s photos.

For all types of baby slings, there are a few principles to remember:

• Baby should be held high in the baby carrier. You only need to tilt your head forward to kiss her forehead. Your baby’s bottom should never be below your navel.
• Baby should be sitting in the baby sling, not with her legs dangling down. Her thighs should be wide apart in a frog-like position, her knees flexed and higher than her bottom.
• The fabric of the baby sling or the straps of the baby carrier should be spread wide and not twisted. The baby sling should feel snug in order to keep the centre of gravity inside your body. There should be no need to lean forward, back or sideways.

Once your baby carrier is properly worn, you can carry your child for hours without the baby carrier feeling loose or stretched out.

Are you trying a baby sling for the first time? Did this article help? Do you have more questions? We’d love to hear from you if you have more advice for someone trying a baby sling for the first time.

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