Using Your Babycarrier

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Using your babycarrier

* materials hosted at TheBabyWearer.com

Safe Babywearing* an article to read whether you're an experienced babywearer, or just starting out
Common Sling Problems* how to get your sling or pouch really comfortable
Starting out with a sling* lots of great tips from Darien Wilson.
Sling positions and instructions Cradle hold, snuggle hold, buddha carry, hip carry, back carry (at TaylorMadeSlings.com)
Online video very comprehensive instructions for using an unpadded sling, divided into short segments by topic (at mayawrap.com)
Tips and more tips for using a Maya Wrap sling, applicable to most unpadded slings (at mayaslings.com and Lots of Slings).
Instructions for semi-reclining newborn position* photo demonstration using a ring sling by Kristy Dallas Alley
Ring sling instruction videos (at zolowear.com)

Pouches

Using a pouch* Jen Moore's tips on how to use your pouch.
Wearing instructions by Tanya: (at kangarookorner.com) putting it on, nursing, troubleshooting, hip carry, cradle carry
Wearing instructions by Kristen (at hotslings.com): putting it on, cradle hold, kangaroo hold, hip carry, tricks, nursing, getting it off.
Pouch video instructions see videos numbered 13 to 15 (at mayawrap.com)
Pouch instruction videos (at zolowear.com)
Pouch wearing instructions Includes still shots and videos for various positions.

Comprehensive instructions for using a modern mei tai-style carrier or ABC (Asian style babycarrier) including the High Back Carry (at KozyCarrier.com).
Front and back carries with a mei tai (at freehandbaby.com)
The Hip Method* Micaela's illustrated guide to getting your baby onto your back. Suitable for Asian-style soft carriers with straps tied rucksack-style.
The Strap or Toss Method for getting your baby onto your back - by holding baby with the straps. Scroll to the bottom of the page (at peppermint.com).
Toss method 1* and toss method 2* -- great videos demonstrating this simple method, created by Alison and Isaac (2 yo, 27 lbs) using a mei tai
The Bed Method for getting your baby onto your back using a bed or lounge (at sakara.com).
Double cross tying method suitable for a mei tai with very long shoulder and waist straps (at portebebe.free.fr translated from the French).
Front and back carry with an onbuhimo (at freehandbaby.com)
Podegi tying instructions (at wearsthebaby.com)
Podegi positions Some alternatives to the traditional position! (at Peppermint.com)
Front and back carry with a podegi (at freehandbaby.com)

Soft-Structured Carriers

Ergo instructions for how to put on a soft carrier - in video or downloadable pdf (at ergobabycarrier.com)
Instructions for Using the ERGO Carrier. 4 photo sequences: front, back, infant insert and sleeping hood (at myfavoritebabycarrier.com)
The ErgoLady's Tips and Tricks for the Ergo Babycarrier

Mexican Rebozos* by Vesta Garcia. Describes traditional rebozos and the ways they are used.
Using a rebozo - many positions, including getting your baby on your back. These instructions are also appropriate for slings (at rebozoway.org).
Elly's rebozo instructions include how to use a slip knot to make adjusting easier, and many other great tips.
Sandra Bustillos' rebozo method for getting your baby onto your back
African cloth carrier - how to put your baby onto your back with one or two cloth carriers (torso style) (at Peppermint.com)
Uses for a Kanga - plenty of other ways to use an African-style carrying cloth (at Kanga USA)

Correct Positioning For the Safety & Comfort of your Newborn* M'Liss Stelzer's comprehensive explanation of how to wear your newborn safely and comfortably.
Babywearing While Pregnant* Kristen DeRocha shares her experiences.
Twins and Multiples* LaRee's tips on why, what and how.
Twins and Multiples Part 2 (older babies & toddlers)* The sequel to LaRee's original article.
Twin carries on video using unpadded sling/s. Check out number 11 (at Mayawrap.com)
Swimming and showering with your baby using a babycarrier (at GypsyMama.com)
Babywearing a Baby with Cerebral Palsy* A mother's experience during her child's first year

Cradle Hold and vertical nursing position for a sling (at TaylorMadeSlings.com)
Breastfeeding advice for a sling (at Kangarookorner.com)
Using a sling to nurse discreetly an article by Debi Mitchell (at parentingweb.com)