hope&plum Blog

hope&plum’s Guide to the Best Newborn Carriers of 2026

Discover our picks for the best newborn carriers of the year and how all our recs are designed specifically for newborn fit, comfort, and safety in mind.

Is It Safe to Babywear in Summer Heat? Yes, and Here's How

Whether you're spending days at the pool, in your yard, or going on a lark - it's best to understand how to safely babywear in the summer heat. We asked our VIP group for tips of their own and are...

How to Choose the Best Ring Sling Fabric

hope&plum offers two different ring sling fabrics: linen/cotton and hemp/cotton blends. Learn about the differences and decide which fabric is right for you!

hope&plum Guest Artist: Meet Toni Darling Frank

Meet artist Toni Darling Frank! Read about her creative process and learn what inspired hope&plum’s new prints Medley and Darling.

Community Canvas with Jenna Hicks

Meet Jenna: a working mom from our babywearing community who uses hope&plum to hold her baby close while on the job and helping out at the family farm.

hope&plum’s Most Frequently Asked Questions About Newborn Babywearing

Got newborn babywearing questions? We've got answers! Learn safe positioning, the best carriers for newborns, and expert tips for a confident, cozy start.

hope&plum's Guide to the Benefits of Babywearing

Discover research-backed benefits of babywearing — boosting bonding, breastfeeding, baby's development, and happiness. Plus, find your perfect carrier!

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

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

Budget vs. Premium Baby Carriers: What Real Parents Told Us

Budget, secondhand, or premium baby carriers? Find out more about the differences as told by 249 real parents so you can spend your money wisely.

hope&plum Artist Update: What’s New with Jill Labieniec?

Learn what artist Jill Labieniec has been up to since her first two prints released, the inspiration behind Charm, and what it's like to work with hope&plum.