Posts Tagged ‘baby sling’
Sunday, February 14th, 2010
We frequently get emails from parents looking for a baby carrier where their baby can face forward. Recently Jennifer from Seattle emailed and wanted to know if this is possible with the Ergo Baby Carrier.
Parents that are interested in a forward facing carrier should consider why they want one. Is it because the parents assume a baby will want to see what is going on around them just as an adult does, or will a baby truly enjoy facing outward? Babies benefit from being able to make eye contact with their parent, watch their facial expressions, and social interactions. Babies that are forward facing cannot do these things.
Babies that are forward facing can also easily become overstimulated. A babies senses are raised and very aware. So much is new to them, and they still have a whole world to discover. What would seem to be a normal situation for us can actually become too much stimuli for them. Babies in forward facing carriers are unable to turn away from a busy environment and find the calming comfort of their parents face.
A baby can also sleep much easier by resting their head on your chest. A baby facing forward cannot find a stable position for their head, and their head will bob around limiting the quality of their sleep. So we cannot in good conscious recommend forward facing baby carriers. High quality baby carriers such as the Ergo Baby Carrier, Beco Baby Carrier, and BabyHawk do not support the forward facing position.
An alternative to wearing your baby facing out is using the hip carry which can be done with both the Ergo Baby Carrier, BabyHawk, and all baby slings. This is not as supportive as a two shouldered carry, but allows your baby a wider range of movement to observe the environment while still providing them the ability to turn away and find comfort from you.
Popularity: 37% [?]
Tags: babies, baby, baby carrier, Baby Carriers, baby sling, Baby Slings, babywearing, Chocolate Ergo Baby Carrier, Ergo Baby, ergo baby carrier, Ergo Baby Carriers
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Tuesday, February 9th, 2010
Yulonda recently emailed us about the fit of her Hotsling. She was concerned that she bought a size too large. She wanted to know if she washed it in hot water it would shrink to the correct size.
Since pouch sizing is very important we don’t recommend washing a baby sling to shrink it to the correct sizing. It my not shrink enough or even worse too much. If you already have a sling and want to find out if it is a good fit check out the figure below. Your sling should hang to just below your navel area. If it drapes all the way to your hips and swings as you walk, it is definitely too big and swing as you walk. A pouch will be the most comfortable when it rides high and snug on your body.
If you are still trying to determine your sizing see the chart below.
If you feel that you are in between Hotslings sizes, the new Hotslings Adjustable Pouch is great option. It adjusts with two buckles that are placed near the top of the shoulder. Simply pull on the straps to tighten the sling. The versatility of the adjustable sling allows it to be used for multiple care givers, allows nursing on the go, and accommodates postpartum body changes. It can even be adjusted while wearing your baby. Pretty cool.
Visit La Stella Blu to learn more and see all of our Hotslings.
Popularity: 39% [?]
Tags: adjustable pouch, baby sling, Baby Slings, Hotsling, Hotslings
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Saturday, September 19th, 2009
It is official. We finally know what the new Ergo Baby 
is! The is a redesign of the infant insert. The new design has additional cushion at the back and bottom. This promises to support the natural curve of a baby’s spine. A healthy hip and leg position is achieved by removing weight bearing on the developing sacrum.
We can’t wait to post a review. The will be available for shipment from La Stella Blu on 9-23-09.
Popularity: 24% [?]
Tags: baby, baby carrier, baby sling, Ergo Baby, Heart 2 Heart, Parenting, parents, toddler
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Thursday, August 20th, 2009
I can’t wait for the release of the new Ergo Baby Heart 2 Heart baby carrier. Ergo Baby will unveil their newest invention at the ABC Kids Expo during Sept 13-16th, 2009. Ergo Baby promises “Keep your baby close to your heart. Heart 2 Heart, the only baby carrier you will ever need.”
What does this mean? Is this a total redesign of the Ergo Baby Carrier where the infant insert is not needed? Only a couple of weeks left until we have our answer. Check back with La Stella Blu to see the Heart 2 Heart baby carrier.
Popularity: 34% [?]
Tags: baby, baby carrier, baby sling, Ergo Baby, Heart 2 Heart, Parenting, parents, toddler
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Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
Congratulations to Erin of Ocala, Florida who has won our August baby sling give away. She has chosen a Dark Chocolate with Kona Ergo Baby Carrier. Erin has a two year old that has long outgrown her baby sling, but still loves to be carried.
The Ergo Baby Carrier is the perfect choice for older babies and toddlers. It fits much like a traditional backpack while evenly distributes the weight of your baby to your hips and shoulders. This is truly one of the easiest baby carriers to use with adjustable waist and shoulder straps. The sleeping hood is perfect for securing your little ones head while you are on the go. Check out all of our great babywearing products at La Stella Blu today.
Popularity: 20% [?]
Tags: baby carrier, baby sling, Baby Slings, contest, ergo baby carrier, free, giveaway
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Thursday, July 2nd, 2009
We are a little behind the time with posting our give away winners, but for good reason. I have recently welcomed a new little baby into my life!
This months winner is Chelsea from San Diego, CA. She has chosen the fabulous Moby Wrap. The Moby Wrap is my favorite baby carrier for newborns and young babies. Wraps are one of the best ways to wear little ones because you can truly secure their heads. This makes a wrap a good choice for parents with an older toddler too, since you will be busy trying to keep up with your toddler while caring for your newborn.
Popularity: 14% [?]
Tags: baby sling, Baby Slings, contest, give away, moby wrap
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Monday, April 20th, 2009
Nicole of Brooklyn, New York received a BabyHawk Mei Tai as this months winner of our baby sling give away. She has a friend who is expecting and plans on giving her this amazing gift. Her dear friend surely will not be disappointed with a mei tai. These baby carriers can be used from birth to 40 lbs, so she will get lots of use through the toddler years.A mei tai is an asian style baby carrier with a square body and four straps that are tied to secure your baby. Three main carries are used with a mei tai: newborn carry, front carry, and back carry.
Visit La Stella Blu to check out our fabulous assortment of BabyHawk Mei Tais.
Popularity: 18% [?]
Tags: baby sling, babyhawk, babyhawk mei tai, free baby carrier, give away, mei tai, Mei Tais
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Monday, March 2nd, 2009
Heather of Essex Junction, VT has chosen the Flutterby Blue BabyHawk Mei Tai. She plans on using her mei tai when her daughter is fussy and wants to be held. Then she will be able to have her close and get some work done around the house. Heather is already thinking about the next addition to their family too! She knows a great baby carrier will help keep her baby close while chasing after her toddler.
Mei tais such as the BabyHawk Mei Tai can be used from birth through approximately 40 lbs. We especially like them for babies older than 4 months or with head control. They are a great baby carrier that can be used for different sized parents and worn most comfortably on the front or back. Visit us at La Stella Blu to view all of our mei tai carriers.
Popularity: 23% [?]
Tags: baby sling, babyhawk, contest, free, give away, la stella blu, mei tai
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Monday, March 2nd, 2009
Leanne has chosen the Moby Wrap as a present for her dear friend who is expecting her second child. The Moby Wrap is a perfect choice for new babies, and best of all her friend will be able to keep her hands free while chasing around her busy 4 year old.
Popularity: 22% [?]
Tags: baby sling, contest, free baby sling, give away, la stella blu, moby wrap
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Friday, January 9th, 2009
Charmaine of Saratoga Springs, UT has won our latest baby sling give away. She has chosen the Navy Moby Wrap to use with her newborn twins. The Moby Wrap is one of our most comfortable baby carriers to use with newborns and young babies. Plus you can truly secure your baby, so you can be hands free which is a bonus with twins. Best wishes to her and the newest additions to her family.
Popularity: 20% [?]
Tags: baby sling, contest, free baby sling, give away, la stella blu, moby wrap
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