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Sustainable Fabric Scrap Crafts: Creative Ideas from the hope&plum Community

Find creative ideas for sustainable fabric scrap crafts from the hope&plum community. They turn fabric scraps into clothes, quilts, bags, accessories, & more.

What Ring Sling Size Do You Need? A Guide to hope&plum’s Size Inclusive Slings

Read about our three different ring sling sizes and find out what ring sling length is right for you in our ring sling size guide.

A Pediatrician’s Take on the Evidence Based Benefits of Babywearing

Learn from pediatrician Dr. Brittany Mitchell about the evidence based benefits of babywearing for babies and caregivers and about what needs more research.

Parenting After Miscarriage: How I'm Navigating Grief, Kids, and Trying Again

Parenting after miscarriage blends grief, hope, and daily life. Support, small moments, and community help parents heal while trying again.

Halloween Costumes with Baby Carriers: hope&plum's Tricks & Treats

Discover hope&plum's ideas for Halloween costumes with baby carriers, from color-inspired looks to fantasy and history themes, plus creative group costumes.

Why Ring Slings? hope&plum Tells All About Our Favorite Carrier

Babywearing is INCREDIBLE, and ring slings are no exception. This post gives you five reasons why ring slings are our baby carrier of choice!

Overwhelmed? An OT's Tips for Parents to Tackle Overstimulation

Parenting brings sensory overstimulation, but strategies like self-care, simplifying tasks, and babywearing help reduce stress, balance input, and boost well-being.

hope&plum Around the House: Let Babywearing Help You Tackle Care Tasks

Find out how babywearing helps you around the house tackle chores hands-free. Use hip/back carries for mobility, follow safety tips, and prioritize comfort.

Short, Tall, Plus or Straight Size: hope&plum’s Guide to Choosing the Best Baby Carrier by Body Type

Find out more about hope&plum’s size-inclusive values. From multiple sizes to adjustable straps, discover how we offer baby carriers for every body type!

hope&plum Mural Artist: Meet Daniela Bianchini

Meet Daniela Bianchini, a Chroma Zone 2026 muralist. Read about her creative process and learn what inspired hope&plum’s warehouse mural Moments that Matter.