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Which hope&plum Buckle Carrier is Best for My Baby?
hope&plum has a buckle carrier for each age and stage. Start with the Sprout at 0-2 months, then the Baby Lark at 3-6 months, and the Kid Lark at 2-3 years.
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The Story Behind the Sprout: Your New Favorite Newborn Baby Carrier
Newborn baby carriers should be designed with an infant’s needs in mind. The Sprout prioritizes comfort, safety, and ease for both baby and caregiver.
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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.
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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.
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Carriers and Costumes: A hope&plum Halloween Sequel
hope&plum offers Halloween costume ideas that incorporate baby carriers, from color-inspired looks to fantasy and history themes, plus creative group costumes.
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Ask the OT: How Do I Get My Older Baby to Want to be Worn?
If your older baby resists babywearing, stay calm, check their needs, make it fun, respect their autonomy, and focus on connection—it's a shared experience.
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How to Use a Ring Sling: hope&plum's Tips & Tricks
Ring slings are versatile carriers that are quick and comfortable. They can feel hard at first, but you'll be slinging in no time with our tips and tricks!
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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.
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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.
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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!
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