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Yay, you're pregnant! Congratulations! Are you already excited and looking forward to watching your belly slowly grow and feeling your unborn miracle more and more? Many parents-to-be plan a “babymoon” of some kind during this time. Preferably somewhere warm, on the beach, in the sun. A holiday destination that can only be reached by plane. But do you feel uncomfortable at the thought of getting on a plane pregnant? Should you? Many parents-to-be feel that way. That's why we asked our midwife and baby expert Katrin to answer the question “is flying safe when pregnant?” including when she thinks is the best time for a parent-to-be to fly.

Is flying allowed during pregnancy?

Generally speaking, you can fly during pregnancy as it will not harm you or your unborn child - provided your pregnancy has proceeded without complications and your baby is developing as expected and is healthy. Shorter flights in particular should not be a problem if your pregnancy is ‘normal’. However, if there are

We’re keeping everything crossed for a wonderfully hot summer with lots of sunshine ahead. We’re looking forward to finally not having to put on and take off so many layers when switching between indoor and outdoor activities. However, we know it can be tricky figuring out how to dress baby in summer with the heat. The challenge is always to protect baby from overheating. But what does that mean in terms of actual pieces of clothing? And what about at night, in the stroller, or in their baby carrier / wrap? 

Whether it's a stroller or baby carrier, during the day or at night - we've put together a few tips to help you know exactly what your baby should wear in each situation. To prevent you worrying and, of course, to prevent your little one from overheating.

What do babies wear during the day in summer?

As nice as it is when the sun shines, when it comes to babies or newborns, many new parents might feel apprehensive. But we’ve got this! So… what do babies wear in summer and what do

We have a new baby! Hooray! Ergobaby has a new baby carrier. And it’s something a little bit different. A hip seat baby carrier. Or rather, two. The Ergobaby Alta and Ergobaby Lift. Alta is a hip carrier with a removable back panel that looks similar to its siblings the Omni and Adapt, but is quite different. Lift is a pure hip seat baby carrier - without a back panel or shoulder straps.  

Why a hip seat? These are two essential everyday helpers that fit perfectly into our existing collection and are a great addition to a "normal" baby carrier. Especially as a secondary carrier when your child starts crawling, walking and wants to come up then down then up then down. In those situations, a hip seat is easy to put on, also for other caregivers, and it evenly carries the weight of your baby which relieves your arms, hips, and back.

And now... do you know what a hip seat is? How to use it, when and why? No? Then this blog has come at exactly the right time. Because today we're going to

Up and down and up and down... If you have an older baby or a toddler, then this pattern will be familiar to you. Your little love wants to be held close but is still very active. One moment they want to be in your arms and then just seconds later the impulse to move or curiosity comes back and they want to be free to move on the floor. In moments like these, it's usually not worth putting on your carrier because you will just be taking it back off again two seconds later. So instead, you push your pelvis to the side and carry baby on your hip. 

The result: Suddenly your arms become heavy, you can feel your hips and lower back as they start to pull or even hurt. This repeated movement can cause a lot of things to go wrong in your body and it's not good for your little one either. Today, with the help of our midwife and babywearing expert Katrin Ritter, we'll tell you how you can carry your baby on your hips in an uncomplicated and ergonomic way by using a hip seat such as the Ergobaby

Jodie Patterson’s family story is a story of authenticity, courage, and love. At three years old, her third child told her they were a boy and from there, the trajectory of what motherhood looked like shifted. She has become a widely sought after voice in the community for LGBTQIA+ activism. She is an entrepreneur, and writer, sits on the board of several gender/family/human rights organisations, including the Human Rights Campaign, and is a public speaker addressing a wide range of audiences about identity, gender, beauty, and entrepreneurship. Jodie was also appointed by the United Nations as a Champion of Change. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, where she co-parents her five children with love, education, and family solidarity.

We got to ask Jodie a few questions about raising a trans child. Here’s what she had to say:

Your family’s story is a story of authenticity, courage, and love. How has parenting been different from what you imagined?

I used to think mothering was rooted in the

We are so excited about the launch of Omni Dream Linen baby carrier! This carrier takes one of our best-selling carrier models and makes it even dreamier with timeless linen fabric. 

So, why linen? Why did we want to design a carrier made with this classic fabric? We have a LOT of reasons to share!

What is linen made of? 

Linen, derived from the flax plant, is one of the oldest textiles known to humankind, used for thousands of years across multiple civilisations. It stands the test of time and has a rich history of being used for a variety of goods, from clothing to home textiles and more. 

Eco-Friendly & sustainable 

Beyond its rich history, linen represents a commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability. In today's world, making eco-conscious choices is more important than ever and linen shines in its minimal environmental impact. The flax plant thrives in poor soil, converting otherwise barren spaces into lush fields. It is biodegradable,

To celebrate Black Babywearing Week this year, I want to tell you the story of my third child and how babywearing saved his life (dramatic, I know). This story is about his neurodivergence and our journey to that through babywearing. Full disclosure, my story is unique to our experience and will not be everyone’s. A friend once told me that if you meet one person with Autism, you’ve met just one person with Autism, because everyone who is Autistic is so unique and individual to their journey.

Babywearing beginnings

This story begins in 2010, surprisingly. That’s when I was pregnant with our first and at my baby shower, I got a baby wrap. I didn’t know much about it as a first-time parent, but I was determined. I remember watching loads of YouTube videos trying to figure it out and when I did, I felt UNSTOPPABLE. My first was born in the Spring of 2011 and we were a babywearing duo. I mostly wore him in the wrap and never looked back. By the time he was one, I stopped wearing him often because

Happy Father’s Day! At Ergobaby we celebrate all babywearing dads all year long, and we love to see fathers embracing life with their children in a baby carrier. And now we’re asking the big question, what kind of babywearing dad are you (or your partner)?

The go-everywhere-together kind

Image: @el.problemito

The adventuring kind?

Image: @caoxo

The twinning kind?

The nature-loving kind?

Image: @fleur-masion

The prepared-for-every-eventuality kind?

Image: @papaistvegan

Or are you a different kind of Dad entirely? Let us know on Instagram @ergobabyuk! 

Congratulations! Your little darling is half a year old! It's amazing how time flies... In today's instalment of our blog series ‘Baby’s developmental milestones with Ergobaby: baby’s first year’, we want to take a look at what your little one has probably achieved by the end of their sixth month of life together with our midwife and baby expert Katrin Ritter. We say ‘probably’ because each of our babies naturally develops at their own pace. You shouldn't worry if it takes a little longer for your little one to reach their 6-month-old baby milestones. However, if you notice that your baby's development is lagging far behind at 6 months, please speak to your health visitor or GP.

6-month-old baby milestones - The development

The big milestone at the end of the sixth month of life is the mature symmetrical hand support. From now on, your baby will be able to balance themself stably on the floor. In addition, their brain is gaining mass as the cerebral hemispheres become more and more

We caught up with our baby sleep specialist Gemma Coe to find out everything you need to know about the dreaded sleep regressions...

Understandably the term ‘sleep regression’ may make you a little cautious! Baby sleep is rarely linear and there will be peaks and troughs throughout their life, especially in the first year. However, there are certain time windows where we can predict changes in patterns to how your little one sleeps. These are often called a sleep regression. However, they don’t happen on exactly the anniversary of a certain date, so please don’t worry about approaching the four- or eight-month mark! 

Understanding the 4 month sleep regression

It typically hits between three to five-months, and for premature babies, it syncs with their adjusted age. Whether your baby's sleep was previously amazing, or a little bit rocky, this regression can certainly mess with days and nights.

What are signs of 4 month sleep regression?

Your baby might:

• wake more often at night without