Tag Archives: #newborns

Ergobaby Embrace Soft Air Mesh Review

The Ergobaby Embrace now comes in mesh, but the big question is do you want the mesh? How different is it to the non mesh, is it actually cooler and what else has changed?

DracoMom Hatchling Carrier Review

Looking for a lightweight newborn friendly buckle carrier that doesn't cost the earth? If so, let me introduce you to the DracoMom Hatchling carrier...

Ergo Baby Embrace Review

The Embrace is the newest carrier from Ergo Baby.  Unlike their other carriers that work best from 2 or 3 months ish right through to 2.5 years... this carrier is designed to really fit that newborn and younger baby stage.  It works really well right from birth and will last you till around 1 yearContinue reading "Ergo Baby Embrace Review"

Why I don't recommend the Baby K'Tan

Probably seems a little harsh to say about a pretty decent, ergonomic, simple carrier aimed at newborns but I don’t generally recommend the Baby K’Tan for one simple reason - It’s sized.  It does not adjust to fit different sized parents, instead you need to buy the correct size to fit you.  There are aContinue reading "Why I don't recommend the Baby K'Tan"

Girasol Earthy Rainbow Review

Whenever someone is asking me about buying their first woven wrap I always say first and foremost buy something you love.  Yes things like weight and length do make difference, but you also have to love it.  If it's a design and colour that you love then you'll wear it loads, you'll learn new carriesContinue reading "Girasol Earthy Rainbow Review"

Mini Monkey TWIN Carrier Review

Edited March 2022 to add that there is now a newer version of this carrier and a newer review to match which you can find here.  The newer review focuses mainly on the differences and much of the carrier remains the same so please do also read on below to learn more the pros andContinue reading "Mini Monkey TWIN Carrier Review"

Stretchies! Aren't they all the same? (Updated)

I love stretchy wraps for the newborn period.  Despite owning slings of all types and styles the humble stretchy wrap is still my go to for my newborn.  But there are so many brands and at first look they all look the same - just a long piece of stretchy material! But there are differences...Continue reading "Stretchies! Aren't they all the same? (Updated)"

Ergo Aura Wrap Review

Made from fibres extracted from Eucalyptus and Acacia, the Aura wrap is beautifully soft and one of the lightest wraps on the market. Despite being ever so light, thin and soft the Aura is deceptively strong!  So strong in fact, it has rapidly become one of my 1 year old daughter's favourite places to sleep. Continue reading "Ergo Aura Wrap Review"

Fornessi "Carry Me" stretchy wrap Review

I have been so excited to try the "Carry Me" stretchy wrap by Fornessi because its made from 100% modal.  While I have tried a great number stretchy wraps made from cotton, bamboo viscose and even one made from Tencel, I'd never even heard of Modal until a couple of weeks ago.  So I wasContinue reading "Fornessi "Carry Me" stretchy wrap Review"