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hope&plum’s Favorite Things- A Holiday Gift Guide

Are the holidays feeling overwhelming? Gift-giving starting to feel like a chore? Fear not! Curated by the hope&plum team, our Favorite Things list will help you find unique presents, big and s...

Ask the OT: How Can I Prevent Back Pain While Babywearing?

If babywearing causes back pain, fix your fit. Tighten slack and check your carrier positioning. Listen to your body and prioritize your own safety and comfort.

A light skinned woman with blue hair embraces a toddler she wears on her side in a ring sling. The toddler sucks her thumb. Standing close to them is a little kid smiling with his eyes closed.

Sized-Up Snuggles: hope&plum Tips for Babywearing a Toddler

You can babywear into the toddler years. Focus on safety and support. If your toddler can’t fit safely in your carrier, size up. Practice and be patient.

A light skinned brown haired straight sized woman stands outside and looks over her shoulder at the camera while she wear her light skinned brown haired baby in a hip carry in a ring sling. She stands in front of bucolic landscape.

Community Canvas with Auriane Sgard

Auriane shares her unique take on babywearing as an educator and autistic woman. She tells her story and shows babywearing’s positive impact on her life.

A light-skinned woman with shoulder length dark brown hair sits in a wheelchair in front of a Christmas tree. She embraces the baby she's holding as she smiles at the camera. The light-skinned baby sits on one of her legs and faces the camera.

Community Canvas with Aspyn Lucero-Carnes

The vibrancy of hope&plum comes from a powerful community of caregivers who nurture their children through babywearing. To showcase the beauty, strength, ...

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Babywearing Safety Tip: Inspect Your Carriers Before Use

Give your carriers a quick once-over each time you use them. If you’re worried your carrier is unsafe, DO NOT USE IT! Baby’s safety is the number one priority.

A family gathers in front of a Christmas tree for a posed picture. Two older family members sit in chairs in the front while a family of 5 - 2 adults and 3 children - stand behind. The mother wears the youngest child in a Lark on her front.

Setting Healthy Boundaries During the Holidays

Setting boundaries is a way of honoring yourself and your loved ones. Clear communication and consistency are key. In the end, you can only control yourself.

We’ll Take it To Go: hope&plum’s Guide to Feeding in Carriers

Feeding in a carrier keeps life moving—loosen, feed, retighten, and stay safe. Upright, mindful, and mobile—because fed is always best.

Three caregivers stand while carrying babies: one in a ring sling front carry, one in a back carry in a meh dai, and one in a stretchy wrap. The middle caregiver is the only one seen in full.

First Snugs to Toddler Hugs: hope&plum’s Complete Guide to Babywearing

Carry your little one from newborn snuggles to toddler hugs with hope&plum’s carriers—safe, comfy, and designed to grow with your family every step of the way.

A black and white photo of a mom in a group hug with her 3 children as she wears her 4th newborn on her front in a ring sling

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.