Fitting a baby carrier

There are hundreds of baby carriers out there. And there’s no “right or wrong” when it comes to choosing one. It’s all about the fit. The best baby carrier for you is the one that fits you well, supports your baby or child and enables you to...
Helpful hints for babywearing in summer

Helpful hints for babywearing in summer

Can I still use my carrier when it’s hot outside? How can I keep me and my baby cool while babywearing? Are there specific slings that are better in warm weather? These are the kinds of things we get asked at this time of year – and the answer is yes! Of course you...
Easter Holidays: Ten things to do with your kids

Easter Holidays: Ten things to do with your kids

Here’s a few Easter holiday activities you can do for next to nowt, or filling their bellies at the same time as bonding. And seeing as though we haven’t got round to setting any affiliate links up – we are not taking any commission from any links in this blog. At...

Touched Out

It can be normal to feel touched out when you’re feeding babies, toddlers or older children. Some people refer to Nursing Aversion, or Breastfeeding Aversion and Agitation. However, there are some things you can do to help. I’ve been feeding or pregnant for over 8...

My baby is too heavy

“I struggle to carry my baby in a sling because they’re too heavy”. This is something we repeatedly hear from parents of even very young babies. That’s not to say they don’t have a valid reason or belief. Perhaps they have an underlying condition...

A Postitive Pandemic

It’s not often to read a story where the pandemic positively affected someones mental health, and whilst I am well aware of my privileges that enabled this to be a positive experience I am also acutely aware of how much it adversely affected others. Preparing for the...
Breastfeeding is natural

Breastfeeding is natural

Breastfeeding is natural, like learning to walk, not natural like breathing Like many women in the UK, I always imagined I’d try breastfeeding my baby. I thought it was a given, the “right” thing to do to give my baby the “best” start in life. My sister and I...