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Babywearing
February 20, 2024
How babywearing, breast/chestfeeding and co-sleeping can strengthen this bond
Bonding. A term that is probably buzzing around in the heads of many expectant parents. Some have already dealt with it intensively and know the importance of bonding with baby and how they plan to do it. Others may worry that they will not be able to build a good and healthy attachment relationship with their baby. And others haven't thought about it much at all.
Our babywearing survey, which we conducted together with babyforum.at in summer 2023, focused precisely on this bonding process and the question of what role a baby carrier plays in this. The result of the survey: 95.5 per cent of respondents who already have children stated that they had used a baby carrier or wrap to build a bond and closeness with their baby. You can find out more about this in our blog article “Babywearing benefits: why carry your baby?”. At 91.2 per cent, breastfeeding was in second place as a means of bonding, followed by co-sleeping
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Babywearing
Expert Tips for Parents
February 06, 2024
Any element of parenting is full of myths and old wives’ tales, and babywearing is no different. While these are slowly dying out, there are still people desperate to tell you that baby carriers aren’t safe, aren’t comfortable, are too tricky to use... the list goes on. So we’re here to bust five more babywearing myths (you can see our last blog on this here)! Take a look and see if any of them sound familiar...
Myth 1: "All baby carriers cause neck or back pain."
This is the one we hear the most and it’s normally the easiest to fix! If a carrier is causing pain it is usually due to the incorrect use or fit of the carrier. One of the most common problems is that baby is too low and the back strap that connects both arms straps isn’t positioned correctly.
Many parents think that this connecting strap between the shoulder straps is only there to prevent the straps from slipping off the shoulders. As a result, this strap receives little attention and often remains at the top of the neck
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Babywearing
Expert Tips for Parents
February 02, 2024
Carrying a baby close to you is probably one of the most beautiful moments in the lives of new parents. But then as a company that manufactures ergonomic baby carriers we would say that right? That's why we wanted to know from you whether this is really the case. What exactly are your reasons for babywearing? There are plenty of babywearing benefits, but which ones motivate you the most? To find out, we took part in a babywearing survey conducted by babyforum.at. 7,094 people from Germany, Austria and Switzerland took part. Many of them were already mums and dads, and the rest were about to become parents at the time of the survey. The aim was to find out how modern parents use, or plan to use a baby carrier in their everyday lives. And to what extent they think it contributes to building a bond between carer and child.
Babywearing benefits: do you really need a carrier?
But here and now we are interested in one thing above all: Why do you carry your children at all? Why do you use a baby
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Babywearing
Expert Tips for Parents
February 01, 2024
Is your Ergobaby baby carrier a use-it-every-day kind of item? We hope so! After all, cuddling with your little miracle is one of the most beautiful things there is. And an ergonomic baby carrier is practical to boot. So, if your baby carrier is in constant use, then you probably also know it’s prone to stains and spills. The baby spits up, chews on the shoulder straps, a small (or large!) nappy mishap happens, or some milk drips onto the material when breast/chestfeeding and carrying.
You don't always have to wash the entire baby carrier immediately. Sometimes you can just remove the stain with a damp cloth, some mild detergent or washing-up liquid and lukewarm water. In other cases, however, there is probably no way around the washing machine. And that's why today we're giving you a simple guide on how to wash your Ergobaby baby carrier in a way that is gentle on the material and the environment.
How often can I wash my carrier?
Generally speaking, you can wash your carrier as often
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Babywearing
Expert Tips for Parents
November 03, 2023
Winter is coming and even if winter brings more rain than snow these days, we still have our share of chilly weather! With that comes the question of what to dress baby in during the winter months. After all, young babies cannot regulate their own body temperature, they can cool down or overheat quickly. In short: our baby is dependent on our help. So how do we do it right? A baby snowsuit is super cute but is it always the best choice? Or is there a better way to keep baby warm but not too warm? Today, let's take a look at different everyday situations and explain how to dress baby for them.
Dressing baby for winter: what baby winter clothes do I need and when?
First of all, the magic word for preparing your baby winter clothes is: LAYERS! This is the only way to be prepared for every situation. Both indoors and outdoors.
Create a good base of long-sleeved bodysuit and tights, or a romper suit. Then - depending on the room temperature and age - a jacket or jumper and trousers. It's
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Motherhood
October 30, 2023
Baby checklist: What do you need for a baby?
Are you pregnant or expecting your first baby and wondering “what do you need for a baby”? Some people will tell you a baby doesn't need much, while others recommend the most amazing high-tech solutions for everything from monitoring baby’s sleep to keeping them entertained – it can be confusing and overwhelming. That's why our midwife and babywearing consultant Katrin Ritter has created a practical baby checklist for you. You can download it, print it out (or edit it on your phone/tablet etc.) and tick off the most important must-have baby items.
Our practical baby checklist - all the must-have baby items at a glance:
Must-have baby items: The most important newborn baby essentials from Ergobaby
There are lots of baby items on the list for first-time parents and we wanted to take this opportunity to give you a little information about the newborn baby essentials that we make here at Ergobaby. Above all, we want to make life easier for families
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October 11, 2023
Yay, you are about to get some (hopeful) sunshine during the autumnal months! Travelling with a new baby in tow there is so much more stuff to pack into your suitcase. It is a good idea to pack smart and save space somewhere. Whether you're on a staycation, travelling to your dream beach location, in a car or on a plane - we have light and compact travelling travel companions for you!
Ergobaby AWAY and Metro+ stroller: The perfect duo for your holiday with baby
Whether it's a day trip, staycation, city break or on a plane - it's always good to have a compact and lightweight stroller!
Our Metro+ strollers boast comfort features like ergonomic padding, adjustable handlebar, all in a package small enough to fit in most airplane overhead bins!
Thanks to the ability to convert the seat of the buggy into a newborn nest in just a few easy steps, the Metro+ is suitable for newborns.
Car seat adapters, a cosy, showerproof footmuff, and carry bag which turns the stroller into a backpack to make travelling
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Babywearing
Motherhood
October 09, 2023
Everyday life is full of decisions, especially when you are expecting a baby or have just become parents, there is so much to think about, research and decide. We want to make your life a little easier when it comes to choosing the right baby carrier for you and your little one.
Here is a comparison of our Omni Breeze, Omni Dream (Omni) and our new Ergobaby AWAY baby carrier.
Which baby carrier is right for you? Omni or the Ergobaby AWAY in comparison.
Ergonomic: All our baby carriers are certified by Aktion Gesunder Rücken e.V which means your baby will be carried in the most ergonomic position in the Omni and the Ergobaby AWAY.
Grows with your baby: Our award-wining Omni range are both designed to carry your child from birth up to a toddler’s body weight of 20.4 kg. Included in the carriers are an adjustable, padded headrest which provides optimum support and protection for your child’s sensitive head at any age.
The Ergobaby AWAY can be used from around 5.4 kg (ca. 4 months) up
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Bouncer
Expert Tips for Parents
Motherhood
September 20, 2023
How can you use a bouncer to promote your baby’s development?
Put your baby safely and securely in their bouncer, hop into the shower, done! This is one of the most common functions of this everyday baby essential item. Especially in the beginning, when your baby is small and prefers to be snuggled and close to parents and loved ones.
Did you know that you can use your Ergobaby 3-in-1 Evolve Bouncer to play with your baby and encourage their development? We have some cool ideas for you on how this essential item can help you support your child.
Suggestions for play and movement.
When your baby is born, they can only see 20-25 centimetres from your face and react mainly to high-contrast objects - mainly black and white. As the weeks and months go by you get more and more opportunities to actively interact with your baby. For example, you can play games and do movement exercises while your little one is sitting in their bouncer. At the same time, the rocking motion has a calming effect on
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Babywearing
Expert Tips for Parents
Motherhood
August 07, 2023
Even though your baby's head is the biggest and heaviest part of your child - their skull is still very sensitive. Hidden beneath the soft baby fuzz are movable, deformable plates that protect your baby's developing brain. However, they can also flatten if your little one lies on their back too often and can't turn their head. This is when the so-called flat head syndrome can occur. Although this can be treated, it is much easier to prevent it. That's why Katrin Ritter a Midwife and Babywearing and Sleep Specialist for Ergobaby explains more about how flat head syndrome occurs in babies and which Ergobaby products can help you prevent it.
What is flat head syndrome?
If babies lie on their backs for several hours a day, for example in a stroller, bassinet or car seat/infant carrier, and at night as recommended, they can develop what is known as flat head syndrome. Also known as positional plagiocephaly or brachycephaly, flat head syndrome can sometimes begin before birth when pressure is