Tuesday 26 June 2012

Babtwearing Training

baby SlingsThe School of Babywearing™ is a social enterprise which runs a training courses for parents, professionals, businesses, and other interested organisations about wearing babies and children in slings and baby carriers.
The Babywearing Peer Support course offers formal recognition of the skills of people who give information about slings and baby carriers through Sling Meets, sling libraries, antenatal classes or postnatal groups. The Babywearing Consultancy course is aimed at people who give one-to-one advice to parents about choosing slings and baby carriers. It will qualify you to work as a Babywearing Consultant and you will be awarded a Level 3 qualification accredited by OCN. Babes-in-arms are all welcome. Venues are family-friendly with family accomodation available on-site or nearby. Book your place now to qualify for an Early Bird Discount. http://schoolofbabywearing.com/home.html

Tuesday 19 June 2012

Celebs with Ergo Slings - Pink

Ergo Slings are available at the Natural NurseryThis picture of singer Pink multitasking with her new baby Willow Sage was in the Daily Mail. She is using an Ergo Baby Carrier which is the best selling baby carrier at the Natural Nursery. This baby carrier is suitable from birth to toddler and Pink also has a Heart2Heart Ergo Infant Insert which supports and cocoons newborns. Pink is wearing the black and camel Ergo with a natural colour insert and her husband Carey Hart has the same sling in Cranberry. Ergo Baby Carrier at the Natural Nursery This baby carrier also comes in solid camel and galaxy grey - I wonder if they have the full set!

Tuesday 12 June 2012

ErgoBaby Carrier and Infant Insert Review

Ergobaby Carrier and Infant Insert at the Natural NurseryThe ERGObaby Heart2Heart Infant Insert is a specially padded and shaped cushion that can be quickly and easily placed in the carrier and readjusted as needed. This design easily enables parents to ensure that their newborn is positioned correctly on the pillow, keeping pressure off the developing sacrum, and supports the development of the spine and hips. It snaps closed around the infant, holding the baby in a cozy, protected environment close to the heart, as well as in an ergonomically correct natural sitting position. Sian emailed the Natural Nursery with this lovely review.
"I was very pleased with your very fast delivery and the product is exactly as I expected.
We have used the Ergo Performance with Infant iInsert the very next day and our 3 week old seemed very content in it.
She was in it for 3 hours this week whilst we went shopping and it kept her safe and snug in between her feeds.
Thank you for your prompt and reliable service and product.
We will use you again and would recommend you to others"
If you need help choosing the best type of baby carrier for your family we have compiled lots of advice and useful videos on the website: www.naturalnursery.co.uk. And of course we are always happy to answer any questions you might have.   ERGObaby Carrier Infant Insert at the Natural Nursery  

Tuesday 5 June 2012

Ergo Performance Carrier Great for Mums and Dads!

Charcoal Ergo Performance at the Natural NurseryERGObaby's Performance baby carriers are made of durable, lightweight, and breathable fabric and can accommodate all active moms and dads. Just in at the Natural Nursery is this lovely new colourway; Charcoal Grey and Black go with almost anything and are perfect for mums and dads. We have been asking about babywearing dads on the Natural Nursery Facebook Page and some mums say that dads are really happy to carry their children but they prefer the slings to be in neutral colours. Alison sent us in this review that tells you a lot about the Performance Carrier:
"I am delighted with my Ergo Performance. My baby is a really 'hot-blooded' little boy and both he and I were overheating with wrap carriers. We both stay nice and cool with this. My husband really likes this carrier as it looks quite sporty and he has found it really comfy to use (6"1, size Large). I on the other hand am only 5'2"/size 10 and also find this carrier very comfy. Of note, the shoulder straps are different to the original - they are not thick and squishy but firmer and thinner. However, I have never found them uncomfy even after hours. They are also more tapered and come in closer together. I was worried this might mean they rubbed on my neck. However, having tried both the Performance and Original I found these actually a much better fit - the original straps are very bulky and wide-set and meant it kind of hung off my outer shoulders and pulled. So some smaller ladies may find the straps rub on their neck but I've actually found this a much better fit. Although this is not a 'waterproof' carrier, I have survived 30mins in a big downpour. I had my regular-sized waterproof coat on over and was able to do this up at the bottom (below the Ergo) to cover my son's legs. I put the Ergo hood up, tucked his arms in and scampered home! I was impressed to find an essentially dry baby underneath when I got in, who had enjoyed the adventure! The lightweight nature of this carrier also meant it then dried out quickly. Overall, a functional, versatile carrier which is comfy for 2 very different sized people and also very easy to adjust between us."
This carrier features a high-performance polyester exterior, ideal for outdoor activities in all climates; a breathable mesh lining, keeping babies and parents cooler and more comfortable; and a cooling panel for extra wicking. This sleek, streamlined design offers a smooth, supportive fit for parents and babies of most sizes, and can still be used to carry babies from newborn to toddler on the back, front, and hip positions. Of course, ERGObaby's Performance line supports the correct ergonomic position for both babies and parents. For babies less than four months old you will also need an ERGObaby Infant Insert in order to safely carry your baby in the ERGObaby Carrier.