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

Using a carrier to breastfeed is an easy hack liberating on many levels. It enables us to move during the feeding time with our hands somewhat free and cover what we don’t want others to see. Carrying a baby establishes a connection on physical, mental and emotional level, helps to release oxytocin and stimulate a let-down. It is a natural way to encourage successful breastfeeding relationship, even help mothers in distress or experiencing postnatal depression to recover thei

Having your baby face forward in a carrier on your chest is tempting for many parents. It seems like so much fun - but is it? Let me lay out six points that might make you consider positioning your baby to face you instead: on your chest, hip or even on your back. 1. No head support Slings and carriers don’t provide head support when forward (outward) facing. That means a risk of asphyxiation before your baby gains full head and neck support. In order to keep your little one