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Good Question: Alternatives to the Baby Bjorn?

by Sling Lady on February 7, 2011

Dear Sling Lady, I’m looking for a carrier that will let me carry my baby in front and facing outward.  I tried the Baby Bjorn but was concerned about “crotch carriers” like it.  I understand that it is better to support the baby by its butt.  Do you have any you can recommend? Thanks. -Dennis [...]

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Babywearing circa 1963

by Sling Lady on February 4, 2011

If you’ve ever worn baby carrier and had someone say “I wish they’d had those around when my kids were little!” this video is for you.  While babywearing has gotten much more widespread in North America in the last decade, it’s certainly not new, even to the US and Canada.   Here’s a link to [...]

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Dear Sling Lady, Do you have any suggestions for how to get my husband to use a baby carrier?  He won’t even consider one.  I really wish that he could take our baby more when we are out so that I’m not the only one carrying him all the time.  Help! – Marie, Portland OR [...]

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Spring is in full bloom here in Napa and what with the winter rains finally coming to an end, my thoughts are turning to spending serious time outdoors again.  My husband and I enjoy hiking and were determined to keep hiking a part of our life even after we had children.  We therefore found ways [...]

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