Motherhood
Adapting to Motherhood
Less expectations. More freedom.
Becoming a mother changes everything—including you.
Embrace your new identity with the resources to do it all, hands-free and stress-free.
Welcoming Motherhood
Becoming a Mum, Finding Yourself
Becoming a mother is both wonderful and sometimes terrifying. You lose yourself and you find yourself. Loving motherhood is not always easy – there are parts of this new life that are (let’s face it) really tough. But it’s beautiful too. With Ergobaby, you can bond with your little one while regaining the freedom to tackle your day with confidence.
FAQs: How to Get More Done with Baby
Your Parenting Questions, Answered
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How do I keep baby calm while getting things done?
An ergonomic baby carrier keeps your little one close, cosy, and happy while you move.
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What’s the best way to manage errands with a baby?
Baby carriers and lightweight, compact strollers with storage features like Metro 3 make errands feel seamless.
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Can I really get chores done while wearing a baby?
Yes! With the right carrier, you can comfortably tackle tasks while keeping baby safe and secure.
Expert Motherhood Tips
Tackle the Day, Together
- Use a baby carrier for hands-free chores and errands.
- Opt for a stroller with storage for groceries, nappies, and more.
- Create routines that work for you and baby—whether at home or on the go.
Sleep Tips for Exhausted Parents
Small Changes, Big Sleep Wins
Why Ergobaby?
Smart Solutions for Busy Parents
Hands-Free Freedom
Carriers designed for ultimate comfort and multitasking.
Compact Convenience
Strollers that make navigating tight spaces and busy days a breeze.
Built for Everyday Life
Thoughtful features like storage pockets, ergonomic designs, and durable materials.
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Helped me!
The swaddle helped my baby sleep longer stretches, and the bouncer was perfect for soothing her during fussy moments. I finally feel like we’re getting some rest!
– Sarah, first-time mom
Truly a dream!
I have tried several carriers and this one is the best. The lumbar support is great as someone still recovering from giving birth. My favorite thing, though, is how amazing soft the cotton fabric is.
- Madeleine L, On the Omni Dream Baby Carrier
A must have for a newborn!
It is so easy to put on (much faster than the wraps) and my 6-week-old finds it comfortable and soothing - he often falls asleep in it! I also like that my husband and I can both use it!
- Emily, On the Embrace Newborn Carrier
Featured Products That Simplify Parenting
Gear That Works as Hard as You Do
Omni Baby Carrier
Comfortable, ergonomic, and perfect for hands-free multitasking.
Metro+ Compact Stroller
Lightweight, easy to manoeuvre, and built with storage for busy days.
Featured Products for Better Sleep
Sleep Essentials to Save Your Nights
Ready to conquer the day?
Make Every Day Easier
Parenting comes with its challenges, but with Ergobaby’s carriers and strollers, you can do it all—without missing a moment with your baby.
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Baby Gear
Motherhood
Expert Tips for Parents
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
Motherhood
Expert Tips for Parents
October 10, 2023
Too warm, too cold - with baby it's an eternal worry that their bedroom temperature and clothing isn’t right. Newborn babies can’t regulate their own temperature at first but during the day baby wearing can help regulate your little one’s body temperature. How? When you as parents sweat, you are the natural air conditioner for your child! Parents can cool and warm their babies through their skin – depending on whether they are too cold or too hot. But at night this isn’t possible so when you put your baby to bed, it is important to find the right room temperature and choose the most appropriate clothing to support the most beneficial sleeping conditions for your little one. A baby winter sleeping bag helps you to achieve this.
How to choose the right TOG sleeping bag:
The following three important factors should be considered for your baby's optimal sleeping temperature:
Thickness of the sleeping bag,
Clothes your baby wears underneath,
Room temperature.
The thermal resistance of textiles
Baby Gear
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
Health & Wellness
Postpartum
Motherhood
Expert Tips for Parents
September 25, 2023
If you’ve just had a baby and are feeling sad, anxious or upset despite the happy occasion don’t worry. The first days and weeks after the birth can be a rollercoaster of emotions.
Many women may feel a bit down, tearful, or anxious in the first week. This is often called the "baby blues" and is so common that it's considered normal. The "baby blues" do not last for more than 2 weeks after giving birth. If your symptoms last longer or start later, you could have postnatal depression.
Our midwife Katrin Ritter tells you how you can tell the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression (PPD) and what you can do.
What are the baby blues?
Not just an old wives’ tale, the baby blues are real, affecting up to 80% of women after they give birth according to nct.org. Women who experience the baby blues can expect to feel down for a little while shortly after having their baby. Baby blues are noticeable, for example, through increased emotional sensitivity, mood swings or irritability.
Baby Gear
Bouncer
Motherhood
Expert Tips for Parents
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
Motherhood
Expert Tips for Parents
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
September 13, 2023
If you’ve just started out breast/chest feeding, you might be seeking guidance on how to gauge your baby's milk intake, understand the causes of low milk production, and learn effective methods to increase milk supply. This is a common concern for breast/chest feeding mums. After all, your breasts/chest don’t have a full/empty gauge, so how do you know how much is coming out?
Luckily, there’s usually no need to worry about this: Breast/chest fed babies usually take as much milk as they need at each feed, and under normal conditions your breasts/chest will automatically produce less or more breast milk in response to that demand.
So how can you tell if that’s happening? If you’re ever in doubt, your postpartum midwife or a lactation consultant (IBCLC) can give you specific help you on your breast/chest feeding journey.
In this blog, our midwife Katrin Ritter tells you what you can do if you don't have enough milk. So, read on to discover the 10 best tips to boost your milk flow.
How breast/chest
Pregnancy & Birth
Motherhood
September 07, 2023
You’ve probably spent the past several months eagerly awaiting the day you finally get to meet your baby and you’ve spent lots of time planning. You’ve stocked up on all the baby gear you’ll need, decorated the nursery, and figured out how to properly install your newborn car seat. But don’t forget one of the most important remaining third trimester to-dos: Deciding what to pack in your hospital bag, for baby, you, and your birthing partner.
Wondering where to start? While you don’t want to leave out any essentials, there’s also no reason to overdo things. This is where our checklist comes in handy. Read on for when to pack your bag depending on your birth plan and what to put in it.
When should you pack your hospital bag for birth?
Babies do things in their own time, according to the NHS, only 1 in 20 will arrive on their due date.
It might be a good idea to get your bag packed at least 4 weeks ahead of the due date, so that you're all ready to go if your baby decides to make an early
Health & Wellness
Fitness
Motherhood
Expert Tips for Parents
September 05, 2023
You don’t need to avoid exercise for nine months, unless you have specific medical advice telling you not to do any exercise during pregnancy or to adjust certain movements.
If you exercised before you became pregnant, you can continue to exercise now. The aim should be to keep your current level of fitness rather than trying to reach peak fitness. If you were not regularly active before pregnancy, start off gently and avoid any exercises where you cannot talk without getting out of breath.
Exercise during pregnancy offers many physical and emotional benefits. Physical activity may also help manage some symptoms of pregnancy and make you feel better, knowing you’re doing something good for yourself and your baby.
Exercise during and after pregnancy: We answer the ten most asked questions.
1. Should I exercise during pregnancy?
The NHS guidelines states that the more active and fit you are during pregnancy, the easier it will be for you to adapt to your changing shape and natural weight
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Sustainability & Everlove
Motherhood
Expert Tips for Parents
September 04, 2023
At Ergobaby, we are particularly concerned about protecting our planet for our children’s future. That's why sustainability plays a major role in our corporate philosophy.
Living more sustainably starts with very small adjustments in your daily life. And, because we are parents ourselves and know that there is little time in everyday life with a baby and children to think about sustainability, we have put together our top 10 tips for a more sustainable approach:
1. Shop greener clothes: if you do not choose to buy brand new clothes for your baby, look for textiles with the GOTS label. This is an international label for organic textiles that was founded in 2002 and guarantees that textile production is environmentally and socially responsible. No harmful or carcinogenic substances are used. In addition, GOTS requires the creation of a sustainability plan that considers water and energy consumption as well as waste management.
2. Use reusable nappies: Although reusable nappies have a reputation
Motherhood
Breastfeeding & Nutrition
August 29, 2023
The first few days after birth can be quite exhausting and tiring for most breast/chest feeding mothers.
People often talk about a "breast/chest feeding marathon", as your baby is expected to drink every two to three hours. This is normal and may take a few days for your milk production to adjust to your baby's needs. In the first three days, your baby may need between 2 to 20 ml of colostrum per meal, and then switch to transition milk from day four. Then, from day fifteen, you will be breast/chest feeding mature breast/chest milk.
However, breast/chest feeding does not always go smoothly. In most cases, pain during breast/chest feeding is caused by sore or cracked nipples. Our midwife Katrin Ritter explains how you can prevent sore nipples and milk engorgement and what can help you if it does happen.
How to avoid painful nipples.
According to a US study, breast/chest feeding problems in the first three to seven days after birth are the biggest reason why mothers stop breast/chest feeding.