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hope&plum Blog

For parents carrying it all (literally).

A brown skinned woman with brown curly hair embraces the brown skinned baby she wears on her front in a ring sling. She stands in profile, looks at the camera, and smiles.
Expert Advice

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.

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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.
Baby Carrier Tips

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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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 Voices

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.

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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 Voices

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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A light-skinned with shoulder-length, dark brown curly hair woman adjusts a Lark that is draped over the back of a chair.
Baby Carrier Tips

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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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.
Life Hacks

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.

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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.

A Complete Guide to Babywearing by Age

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.

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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
Life Hacks

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.

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A woman with pink hair helps another woman fit her baby safely in a ring sling worn on her front.
Life Hacks

All About Fit Checks: How to Hang with hope&plum’s Educators

Learn how to safely and comfortably use your hope&plum carrier with free virtual fit checks, personalized guidance, and ongoing support from educators.

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A woman smiles at the camera and stands in profile while wearing her older baby in a Lark on her front. Her baby appears to be smiling and hugging her.
Baby Carrier Tips

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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