How Babywearing Can Actually Help Your Day (Not Just Your Baby)
How Babywearing Can Actually Help Your Day (Not Just Your Baby) Babywearing is a tool your instinct already understands. There’s a moment every parent knows well; your baby melts against your chest, and the whole day suddenly feels a little more possible. That’s not coincidence, and it’s certainly not “spoiling.” It’s connection doing exactly what […]
Front, Hip or Back? Choosing the Right Babywearing Position for the Day Ahead
Front, Hip or Back? Choosing the Right Babywearing Position for the Day Ahead One of the questions I get asked most often in workshops and consultations is some version of: “Which carry should I be using?” And honestly, the answer is almost always “it depends what you’re doing, how old your baby is, and how […]
Is Your Baby Carrier Safe?
Is Your Baby Carrier Safe? How to Check Any Carrier, Old or New There’s a lot to consider when buying a baby carrier, and possibly even more if you choose a second-hand one. Whether you’ve picked one up online, had one passed on from a friend, or inherited one from a family member, the second-hand […]
Safe Babywearing 101
Safe Babywearing 101. The Complete Guide to TICKS, Positioning & What to Avoid Babywearing can feel like absolute magic. One minute you’re trying to make a cup of tea whilst holding a baby who only wants to be cuddled, the next minute you have two free hands and a calm, snuggly baby asleep on your […]
Babywearing on Holiday: Travel Tips, Airport Tricks & What to Pack
Babywearing on Holiday: Travel Tips, Airport Tricks & What to Pack The thought of travelling with a baby can feel daunting. There’s so much to consider: the packing, the logistics, the worry about how they’ll cope with new environments and disrupted routines. And then there’s the question of what equipment to take. Do you bring […]
How Babywearing Can Support Your Parenting Journey
How Babywearing Can Support Your Parenting Journey Parenting doesn’t come with a manual. Between the sleepless nights, the endless questions, and the conflicting advice from every direction, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. You’re constantly wondering if you’re doing it “right”, and the truth is, there’s no single right way, and mostly everyone is winging it […]
Babywearing Through The Seasons
Babywearing Through The Seasons Babywearing is one of parenting’s most versatile tools, keeping your little one close while giving you hands-free freedom. But as any experienced babywearer knows, the set up that works perfectly in crisp autumn weather might leave you both overheated come summer, or shivering when winter arrives. The good news? With the […]
What To Wear When Babywearing In Cold Weather
What To Wear When Babywearing In Cold Weather A really common question we get asked as the weather starts turning cooler is what to wear when babywearing outdoors. The good news? With the right approach and a few thoughtful choices, you and your little one can stay cosy and comfortable all winter long. The Golden […]
How To Care For Your Muslin Ring Sling
How To Care For Your Muslin Ring Sling So, you’ve just unwrapped your new Melliapis ring sling—hooray! Whether you’re brand new to babywearing or adding another sling to your collection, that soft muslin is ready to become your go-to parenting tool. But before you pop baby in for your first snuggly carry, there are a […]
DIY Ring Sling Tutorial
DIY Ring Sling Tutorial Ring slings are a really popular way to carry your baby, and you may wish to make your own! In this blog post we’ll go through the safety basics, materials and how to actually make a ring sling. This tutorial is suitable for intermediate sewists or very confident beginners. If you’d […]
