OTHER RESOURCES

OTHER RESOURCES ONLINE

Is babywearing safe?  YES.  Use common sense and stay aware; a baby carrier is not a substitute for a carseat, helmet, etc. but babywearing can be SAFER than using a stroller, bouncer, or similar baby gear, or even than carrying your baby in your arms.

Have questions about safety concerns?

See links below.

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Babywearing Safety from BabyWearingInternational.org

Is my sling safe? -or- Not all slings are created equal!

from Sleeping Baby Productions

Consumer Safety from the Baby Carrier Industry Alliance

FAQ on safety and other basics from Je Porte Mon Bebe

Biomechanics of Babywearing from OnyaBaby

Getting Started

Resources at BabywearingInternational.org (including links to wearing tutorials by carrier type)

Choosing a Baby Carrier at BabywearingInternational.org

Babywearing Myths vs. Facts at WrapsodyBaby

Glossary of Babywearing Terminology at BabywearingInternational.org

Illustrated Reference for Carrier Types & Brands, Terminology, and Common Wrap Methods at Babywearing 102

Online Babywearing Communities

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TheBabyWearer.com Discussion Forum

Everyday Babywearing Facebook Group

Babywearing Love and Support Facebook Group

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Babywearing Board at BabyCenter.com

Tutorials

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 Wraps:

• Babywearing Faith on YouTube

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• Wrapping Rachel on YouTube

• Videos and Printables from Wrapsody

 Ring Slings:

• Sakura Bloom on YouTube

• Videos and Photo/Text Instructions from ZoloWear 

• Photo/Text Instructions and Printable from Sleeping Baby Productions

 Mei Tais:

• Videos and Photo/Text Instructions from KozyCarrier

• Photo/Text Instructions from Babyhawk

 All Carrier Types:

• The Babywearing Channel on YouTube

• BabywearingInternational.org links to tutorials by carrier/carry type

This list is far from exhaustive! It is simply a selection of sites our VBEs have found useful. Babywearing International of the Bay Area, Inc. does not endorse or promote any specific brand or vendor of baby carriers or any other product.