As a babywearing consultant, I’ve always been fascinated by how different cultures found ways to carry their babies. Cradleboards, used by Indigenous communities from North America to Central and South America, and as far as the Sámi in Northern Europe, are a remarkable example. These carriers weren’t just practical; they became an art form, tailored to each environment, infused with cultural meaning, and designed to meet daily needs with astonishing efficiency. Though rarely