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Forward Facing in Baby Carriers: Prioritizing Safety & Development

One controversial aspect of babywearing is the forward-facing (or "world-facing") position. While this feature has been repeatedly requested, we have intentionally decided not to have a forward-fa...

Tummy Time and Babywearing

Learn how babywearing plays a roll in tummy time and hear from an expert Pediatric Physical Therapist.

How to Choose the Best Ring Sling Fabric

When it comes to baby carriers, the fabric you choose can make a big difference in comfort, breathability, and overall feel! Here at hope&plum, we offer two different fabric options: linen/cott...

Ring Slings - 7 Things You Need to Know

Thinking about using a ring sling with your baby or toddler? That's great! Ring slings are an incredible and versatile baby carrier option and have been around for generations! While they may seem ...

Babywearing 101: Ring Sling Versus Stretchy Baby Wrap

There's truly nothing better than babywearing and having your little one cuddled close to your heart in the perfect kissing distance. Parents have worn their babies for ...

Babywearing in the Winter

Check out our tips to stay warm while babywearing this winter!

The Story of the Traditional Meh Dai

IS MEH DAI REALLY CHINESE We are not quite sure when did we start to wear our babies. Researching artifacts or written records on babywearing in Chine...

Babywearing and Cultural Appropriation from One Black Mother's Point of View

I just didn’t know it was “called” babywearing. I always knew about babywearing because I knew that it was a very traditional practice in African culture.

Featuring: Miah Marion

It’s something that I have seen since long before I got pregnant. I learned about the different types of hearing from the Internet and social media so many different ways to add babywearing into yo...

Featuring: Hally Blake

You wear many hats including doula, midwife, business owner, and mom. How do you balance everything on a day to day basis?