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Ring Sling vs Soft Structured Carrier: Which is Best for Me and My Baby?

Learn about ring slings vs soft structured carriers and the hope&plum difference. Discover reasons to invest in both and when to choose one over the other.

Why hope&plum baby wraps?

All about our stretchy baby wraps: why they're great for newborns, the breathable and soft used for each one, and how our two lengths support everyBODY.

How to Use a Baby Wrap (Tips & Tricks)

hope&plum's baby wraps are a popular way to carry your baby, especially with newborns. With some practice, you can snuggle them close in a safe and cozy wrap.

Babywearing & Baby Sleep Safety: How Your Carrier Can Help Baby Snooze Safely

Learn all about baby carrier sleep safety: positioning, readjustments, monitoring, and what's safe for you to do while babywearing your sleeping child.

Hip-Healthy Without the Logo: Why hope&plum Baby Carriers Aren’t IHDI Certified (and Why It Doesn’t Matter)

Find out why no baby carriers are currently certified as hip-healthy, how hope&plum's carriers are designed to support healthy hips, and why it matters.

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.

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!

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!

Ring Slings - 7 Things You Need to Know

Discover seven things you need to know about ring slings so you can be safe and comfy from those newborn days through the toddler years.

The Minimalist Buckle Carrier Guide: Why Less Padding Means More Comfort

Does less padding mean less support? See why minimalist but still ergonomic buckle carriers beat bulky, foam-heavy designs, and what makes the Lark different.