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What’s New on Gugu: September 12, 2019

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Back to School season is in full gear and today we are bringing you new items that will make your BTS lives significantly easier!! Please check out our list below and let us know some of your favorite back to school products too!

For a number of our other favorites, please check out our Explore page!

ZoLi Lunch Gear from ZoLi: Some great new options from ZoLi, which will make school lunch instantly easier to pack! The POW DINE will help keep your kiddos lunch hot or cold for hours, making lunch time instantly more delicious. When you want to pack both a hot and cold item (or two different items in either category) the THIS + THAT will be your must-have! A perfect way to have a home cooked and well-balanced meal. Finish up with the POW SQUEAK, the perfect water bottle for keeping your little ones hydrated throughout the day!

Lillebaby SerenityLíllébaby Serenity Carrier: For those parents and caregivers trying to maneuver school drop off with a baby, this new carrier is sure to be a must-have! We love the adjustability of the seat, which makes this carrier perfect for infancy through toddlerhood (7-45 lbs) and the lumbar support will help keep away any back pain. We also love the breathable mesh panel, which will help keep you and baby comfortable during warm weather even while waiting for the bus!

PlaePLAE Tab Designer: Head back to school in style, created by your little one! We love PLAE shoes, especially because they are so easy for your toddler or school-aged little one to get on/off independently! Now, they have added one more customizable step to the shopping process. Create your own tabs to rock on any of your PLAE shoes! Perfect for highlighting their favorite team or their latest artwork these will truly be one of a kind!

Bugaboo LynxBugaboo Lynx: The newest addition to the Bugaboo family, the Lynx is an excellent all-terrain, yet lightweight stroller choice! Perfect for the walk to school or daycare, it’s huge basket can hold all of the backpacks while it’s suspension makes it a dream to push. Plus, you can fold it without having to take off the seat! A huge plus when you’re trying to run in/out of drop-off with multiple kids! Available in October or for pre-order now.   

Stuck On You Back to School Essentials: We LOVE Stuck on You at Gugu Guru, because they provide our kiddos with easy to use (and extremely functional) labels, bento boxes, backpacks and more! Great for daycare or school, Stuck On You’s products will hold up to daily use from your little ones. Plus, each item can be personalized meaning no more losing that lunchbox or water bottle!

Please note that these opinions are 100% my own and I have not received any products in exchange for placement in What’s New on Gugu!

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What’s New on Gugu: August 1, 2019

What’s New on Gugu: August 15, 2019

What’s New on Gugu: August 21, 2019

What’s New on Gugu: Chicago Baby Show Edition

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Showers, Babywearing, Ecofriendly, Essentials, Feeding, Gear, Newborns, Nursing & Feeding, Strollers, Toddlers, What's New on Gugu?!, Working Mom Tagged With: babywearing, gear, stroller

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What’s New on Gugu: Chicago Baby Show Edition

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We were off to the Chicago Baby Show this week to see what’s new in the baby world! The Gugu Guru team loved learning all about the latest and greatest items for babies and toddlers. Below is our wrap up of some of our favorite new finds. Some of these are brand new to the market and some may be familiar faces. We LOVE hearing about new products, so please never hesitate to send our way!

 

For a number of our other favorites, please check out our Explore page!

CoralUV

CoralUV Sanitizer and Dryer: We have been so excited about the launch of the CoralUV since we met one of the Co-founders last year at the Chicago Baby Show! You will fall in love with this machine while sanitizing and drying bottles, pacifiers, and teethers but it won’t end there! Continue to fall in love over and over again as you sanitize small toys, sippy cups, remotes, and anything else that comes in contact with your little ones. It’s also great for Mom’s makeup brushes! Now that they have formally launched, we know this will be a favorite appliance of parents for years to come!

Evenflo Pivot Xplore

Evenflo Pivot Xplore All-Terrain Stroller Wagon: We mentioned this new stroller wagon by Evenflo earlier this year when it was announced. It has now launched and is gaining fame by the minute! This is the perfect solution to older toddlers and young children who no longer want to ride in the stroller. Each seat will hold up to 55 lbs and there are both car seat adapters and toddler seats available. We also love the fact that this can have either a wagon ‘pull’ or a stroller ‘push.’

Larktale Stroller

Larktale Strollers – chit chat and coast: Launching earlier this year, Larktale brings two new strollers to the US market! The chit chat is a great lightweight option, perfect for travel or that everyday on-the-go family. The frame is also made from recyclable fiber-infused nylon, which is both eco-friendly and incredibly strong. The coast is Larktale’s all-terrain stroller, which is newborn compatible and has great all-wheel suspension. It even folds up small enough to fit in any trunk. Great compact, well made strollers!

m1 Carrier by Lascal

M1 Carrier by Lascal: A new fantastic find by one of our favorite companies, Regal Lager. The M1 Carrier is truly an adaptable carrier that has been designed with both baby and parent in mind. Made of completely breathable fabric, you will also be able to use this with one hand. No more struggling to get your little one in/out of the carrier alone! Newborn compatible (without an insert!), the seat will also change based on your little one’s needs. Plus it will provide ample lumbar support for anyone carrying baby!

Olababy

Olábaby Transitional Sippy Lid: Olábaby bottles remain some of our top recommendations, especially for parents who want eco-friendly without the weight of glass. When we stopped by their booth at the Chicago Baby Show, they had lots of fun things to show us. We were most excited about their Transitional Sippy Lid, which will attach to your current Olábaby bottles and help ease your babe’s transition. No more struggling with new spoutless cups or straw cups for months. This is a great, budget-friendly investment!

Lalo

Lalo: The brains behind both ‘The Daily’ (stroller) and ‘The Chair’ were showcasing all of their products’ features this year. We loved taking a stroll with the Daily and seeing how much we could really stuff in that large (adjustable) basket. We also were so intrigued at how easy ‘The Chair’ is to clean. Plus we love that it adjusts to a toddler size chair. We can’t wait to see what else comes out of the Lalo team this next year! Lalo has also partnered with BabyQuest to assist couples and individuals with the cost of fertility treatments. Apply for the grant by Sept 5 by clicking here.

bets & emy

bets & emy Baby Wipes: These wipes will change your baby’s life if s/he suffers from sensitive skin! Made of 99.9% water and 0.1% citrus extract, these wipes will keep your little one free of painful diaper rash. However, different than other natural wipes on the market, these are textured and large, meaning you can actually use less wipes to clean up all of lifes ‘big’ messes! They are even soft enough to use on your face AND (fun fact from the owner) they will take off makeup!

Nuna Exec

Nuna Exec: Although this seat isn’t expected to launch in October, we loved seeing it this past weekend! Exclusive to Nordstrom, this seat will truly be the only seat you’ll ever need. Starting as a rear facing infant-compatible car seat, it features a built in anti-rebound bar, infant insert, and easy to install capabilities. When you’re ready to forward face, simply turn the seat around for your little one. As your kiddo gets older, this will even turn into a seat belt booster, with easy-to-store panels for the harness.

 

Please note that these opinions are 100% my own and I have not received any products in exchange for placement in What’s New on Gugu!

 

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What’s New on Gugu: July 3, 2019

What’s New on Gugu: August 1, 2019

What’s New on Gugu: August 15, 2019

What’s New on Gugu: August 21, 2019

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Babywearing, Budget, Ecofriendly, Economical Picks, Essentials, Feeding, Gear, Gift Ideas, Multiples, Newborns, Safety, Strollers, Toddlers, Travel, What's New on Gugu?! Tagged With: babywearing, car seat, feeding, gear, stroller, travel

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Newborn Must Haves for Active Families

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Are you getting ready to welcome your little one? We were so thrilled to work with popular fitness influencer, Dasha Anderson (founder of Kettlebell Kickboxing) and her husband Dan as they prepared to welcome their first little lady! Fitness plays a big role in their household and we wanted to highlight that with our picks for this active couple. Below we teamed up with Dasha and Dan to look back on the past few months since welcoming Baby Ariana and highlight some of their favorite newborn essentials for active families.

Cybex Balios Stroller and Cybex Q Car Seat: Dasha has described this easy-to-use travel system as, “Sleek and comfortable! The car seat and stroller have been both hiking with me and strolling through New York City. The baby loves it and we feel stylish and secure in it. The safety features alone make this travel system a no brainer.” This travel system was an excellent choice for Dasha’s lifestyle both in and out of the city! Since Dasha lives just outside of NYC, weather can be a factor. We recommended she pair her stroller and car seat with the 7AM Enfant Poncho (great for the carrier or the stroller!) and Blanket 212 Evolution (also great for the stroller!) to help keep her little lady warm no matter what!

Joeyband

Joeyband by Sleepbelt: We love the Joeyband for new parents and Dasha’s family was no exception. When seated, the Joeyband offers hands-free support to baby, making those early days of skin-to-skin significantly easier. This was such an easy way to promote bonding between Dasha, her husband, and Baby Ari.

Fridababy Baby Basics Kit

Fridababy Baby Basics Kit: This kit is a must for any registry. The Nose Frida is now used in nearly every household with a newborn and the NailFrida makes nail clipping not so scary. The Cradle Cap brush will also help with those early baths. But the real must-have here is the Windi, which will help relieve baby’s gas in dire situations!

Diaper Dekor

Diaper Dekor: We loved this Diaper Pail for Dasha, because aesthetically it doesn’t scream “Dirty Diapers inside!” It does an excellent job keeping odors out of the room and comes in three sizes. It is completely hands-free, won’t dent or rust and can be converted to a regular trash can once you’re done with the diaper stage!

Love to Dream

Love to Dream Swaddle: Our favorite swaddles by Love to Dream allow baby to keep his/her hands up while still giving them that tight, womblike feeling. “Love to Dream Swaddles are the best because like most modern parents we spent some nights traveling to Grandmas or taking baby to our gym. The swaddle created a level of consistency no matter the crib or the setting!” These will help baby sleep well no matter where you are!

Belli Skincare

Belli Skincare Hello Glow Bundle: This bundle, which includes the Healthy Glow Facial Hydrator & Moisturizer and the Eye Brightening Cream is a favorite amongst our new moms. “Skin care is tricky when you have baby – you need the best products with the most natural ingredients. My skin was super dry and I had a hard time keeping up with my skin care routine. Belli made it easy! The consistency was great enough to have on all day and into night with no reapplication for a busy mom.”

4moms Breeze

4moms Breeze Playard: Having recently moved into a house and being a dog mom, Dasha needed somewhere that her little miss could play safely. “It is great to give your baby a safe and secure place in the home to move for tummy time or play time. It [also] really helps new moms actually run to the bathroom! Was anyone else scared to do this in the first few weeks?”

Baby K'tan Active

Baby K’tan Carrier: Since Dasha does so much work from home, we recommended the Baby K’tan carrier to use immediately after arriving home from the hospital. Also, we love the K’tan Active here for obvious reasons! “Baby K’tan was amazing for a working mom trying to get things done! It’s literally the only way I was able to type anything and the main reason I was caught up on my inbox. Plus the baby never felt like I was neglecting her.”

Crane Humidifier

Crane Humidifier: We love the Crane Humidifier for so many reasons! Dasha was due in February in New York, an extremely dry and cold time of year. To keep humidity up during the cold months, Dasha set up the Crane humidifier in the nursery. This is also super helpful when baby has his/her first cold, inevitable in the winter!

Stokke Tripp Trapp

Stokke Tripp Trapp w/ Newborn Seat: While it is an investment, this was Dasha’s top recommended product. “In all honesty, this was the BEST item on my list mainly because of the mileage we’ve put in this elegant chair. The newborn attachment allowed me to eat dinner, drink coffee, and answer email like a regular person – all while still being with my baby.”

Dasha is also the founder of Kettlebell Kickboxing and has created a series of fitness programs that are easy to complete at home with very little (or no!) equipment. Check them out today!

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Showers, Babywearing, Beauty, Car Seats, Ecofriendly, Essentials, Gear, Gugu Concierge, Newborns, Nutrition and Health, Strollers, Travel, Working Mom Tagged With: baby essentials, gear, gifts, newborn, stroller, travel, working mom

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Review MiaMily Hipster Plus 3D Child & Baby Carrier

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Check out our latest video review – MiaMily Hipster Plus 3D Child & Baby Carrier:

The MiaMily Hipster Plus 3D Child & Baby Carrier is available for purchase on Amazon.

When our founder, Monica, went to the JPMA Baby Show in Orlando this past April, she stumbled upon the MiaMily booth. What first stopped her in her tracks was their collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana.

Review MiaMily Hipster Review of MiaMily Hipster

We were so excited to review MiaMily Hipster PLUS 3D Child & Baby Carrier.

Review MiaMily Hipster

The HIPSTER PLUS is a versatile carrier that allows you to carry your baby 9 different ways. It is a unique, back-supporting carrier with an integrated seat for your baby to help you carry your little one significantly longer, more comfortably and effortlessly. The HIPSTER PLUS has an ergonomic design that distributes weight evenly throughout your lower back and shoulders (when used with the attachable carrier tops) to eliminate any long term effects from bad posture and fatigue. No intricate system or long fabrics, The HIPSTER PLUS allows you to carry your baby in seconds. The hip seat base is intentionally built wide enough so that your baby’s hips rest in a healthy position, where his/ her legs are lifted and supported at hip level and not hanging or dangling, thus allowing safe forward facing carry.

  • Avoid hip-dysplasia and provide proper seat
  • No more back pains from carrying baby
  • Carry in 6-9 different positions.
  • Big Pocket
  • Developed & tested by Swiss experts
  • With no intricate system or long fabrics, HIPSTER allows you to carry your baby in seconds. The hip seat base is intentionally built wide enough so that your baby’s hips rest in a healthy position, where his/her legs are lifted and supported at hip level and not hanging or dangling, thus allowing safe forward facing carry.

Using the HIPSTER carrier tops (which zip easily onto the HIPSTER seat base) allows you to stay close to your little one, but frees up both hands. With the double shoulder carrier top, you can carry your baby facing in, forward facing and back carry. With the single shoulder carrier top, you can carry your baby on your hips, facing in or forward facing.

  • Dual layer options for extra warmth or cooling
  • Breathable mesh material underneath keeps your baby cool and comfortable
  • Extra storage when the top layer is zipper up; extra protection from the cold and extra storage
  • We also added a pocket on the belt for phones, keys and money for easy access
  • No confusing , long straps or intricate systems and is designed for easy on/off

Filed Under: Baby Registry, Babywearing

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Mission Critical S.01 Carrier – The Ultimate Dad Gift

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Father’s Day is just around the corner and we have identified the ultimate gift for any new dad in your life – the Mission Critical S.01 Carrier. Mission Critical was founded by a father who wanted to inspired other dads to adventure into the world with their little one. They believe that it is the act of exploring the world together which helps strengthen the bond between a father and child; there will be long days ahead, but going with your fatherly instinct and heading into nature is a fantastic way to spend time and get to know your baby, and know yourself as a dad.

Mission Critical S.01 Carrier

The Mission Critical S.01 Baby Carrier was designed with this thought process in place. The S.01 Carrier is build technically and tough from the ground up specifically for dads; designed for dad’s comfort, as well as baby’s, the carrier fits more like a vest, which allows full mobility and safety with easy adjustments using a simple four-step process. The carrier also features a removable washable liner, for all of life’s messier days.

Mission Critical S.01 Carrier

For sunny days, this military inspired carrier features a sunshade which stashes away in the front zip pocket and quickly snaps into place to protect your baby or help them nap. And, don’t worry about those super hot days, as the Mission Critical S.01 Carrier has breathable air mesh lining on the chest and back to keep dad cool and comfortable. But, the coolest part about the Mission Critical S.01 Carrier is that it is fully customizable so you can easily attach accessories on the front and back of the carrier to keep essentials close by. Help a new dad feel more confident on their fatherhood journey this Father’s Day and gift them a Mission Critical S.01 Carrier (don’t forget the accessories!) for all of life’s little and big adventures with their little one.

Don’t forget to also check out the Mission Critical S.02 carrier that we featured in our Get Outside gift guide.

Thank you to Mission Critical for making this sponsored post possible – we are so appreciative! 

Filed Under: Babywearing, Dad Style, Gear, Gift Ideas, Travel Tagged With: for dad, gifts

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Lascal m1 Baby Carrier: The Only Carrier You’ll Need

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We’re huge fans of babywearing for parents for so many reasons; the ability to keep your little one close while having your hands free is a must-have for many families, and yet it can be confusing to choose the right carrier for your family. We’re excited to introduce you to the Lascal m1 Multi-Position Baby Carrier that has all of the elements you’ll ever need for babywearing.

Parents love the Lascal m1 Multi-Position Baby Carrier because it is extremely comfortable and easy-to-use. Whether you’re running errands, traveling, or simply bopping around the house, the Lascal m1 Baby Carrier has everything you need. Offering 3 unique carrying positions within an ergonomic design, this supportive accessory carries your child in optimal comfort. The Lascal m1 Baby Carrier is ideal for infants because the Infant M-Seat allows babies weighing 8-12 lbs. to always sit in the most ergonomic hip-friendly “M-Position” with knees higher than the hip. In fact, parents can rest easy knowing that the m1 Carrier is acknowledged by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI) as hip-healthy by giving correct support for your baby’s legs, hips, and spine. 

lascal baby carrier

And, you can still use the Lascal m1 Carrier as baby grows, as the unique and patented Hip-Zip system offers perfect ergonomic leg support under toddler’s thighs, even in the forward-facing position for maximum comfort. The carrier features soft padding and thigh support, which means no more uncomfortable dangling legs for your little one. The carrier also features a fold-up head shield that supports and protects your little one’s head and neck. 

lascal carrier

One of the reasons we love this carrier so much is that Lascal not only took baby’s comfort into account, but the parent’s comfort level, too. The adjustable lumbar support provides lower back comfort and a wide padded waist belt and shoulder straps relieve stress on the wearer’s shoulders and neck. The m1 fits all shapes and sizes with just a few quick adjustments using the intuitive and easy-to-use buckles, making it a breeze to put on and take off. Plus, their Strap-Tidies keep all loose straps neatly folded for a clean and nice look.

The Lascal m1 Baby Carrier is ideal for travel, as it features a pull-out weather shield with UPF 50+ that protects your child from the sun, rain and more. For long days wearing baby, you’ll both appreciate the ultra-soft, breathable 3D fabrics to ensure superior comfort for baby and keeping you cool, too. The Lascal m1 Baby Carrier has all of the functional features you need in a baby carrier from infancy to toddlerhood, is comfortable for both baby and parent, and looks sleek for on-the-go times and beyond. 

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Thank you to our friends at Lascal for making this sponsored post possible. 

Filed Under: Babywearing, Travel Tagged With: babywearing

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What’s New on Gugu: March 6, 2019

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We’re back with another What’s New on Gugu! This week we’re sharing some items that are brand new to the market and others are oldies but goodies that you may not know about. For loads of our other favorites, please check out our Explore page!   

Preggo Pickles: After trying this product at a baby show this past weekend, I was blown away! Not only are they delicious but they will truly satisfy that pickle craving that haunts many moms during pregnancy. Their unique flavors have also been created to support pregnant/new mom challenges (i.e. nausea and nursing). As an added bonus, they are extremely low in sodium when compared to other pickles on the market. So pregnant mamas crunch away!

bblüv Foöd and Döse: While National Snack Month may have ended (bye February!) we are still loving these new food storage containers from bblüv. Perfect for meals on the go, Foöd (coming soon!) is leak and odor proof and will keep your food warm (or cold) with it’s insulated walls. Plus the top can be used as a shallow bowl (with built in spoon!). Paired with the Döse stackable snack container, you will be set for on-the-go eating!

Magnetic Me Clothing: While these are not new to the market, the Magnetic Me Footies are always on my list of must-haves for new parents. The magnetic closure on these newborn essentials will be a game changer for those early days. The fabrics are so soft (I love the eco-friendly modal) and the patterns are adorable!

Toofeze: You’ve all been there (or will be soon!). Your little one is in pain from teething and nothing seems to be helping. Until Toofeze! A teether made of food-grade silicone and stainless steel, your baby will instantly be drawn to the cool relief.  When the stainless disc finally does warm up, simply stick it into a glass of cool (or ice) water and it will instantly chill. This will quickly become one of baby’s favorite toys.

Solly Baby Spring Collection: Another oldie but goodie, we often recommend the Solly Wrap to our users as a must-have for the fourth trimester. Not only do they have exceptional wrap carriers, but we also love the swaddle blankets and layette sets. Their new Spring collection is few of beautiful colors, and even a few patterns all great for Mom or Dad!

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Filed Under: Baby Registry, Baby Showers, Babywearing, Budget, Ecofriendly, Feeding, Foodie Finds, Gift Ideas, Mama Wellness, Newborns, Pregnancy, Toddlers, What's New on Gugu?! Tagged With: baby essentials, babywearing, feeding, newborn, registry, toddler

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Cold Weather Babywearing – What You Should Know

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This post on cold weather babywearing is brought to us by Linnea Catalan the Executive Director of the Baby Carrier Industry Alliance.

Winter weather brings new challenges for staying warm while still getting out and about, especially once you add a baby into the mix! The good news is that today you have more options than ever for cold weather babywearing.

Safety First
Keep your little one snug, warm and close to your chest in a properly fitting sling or carrier. The most important thing is to be mindful and never cover a baby’s face with a blanket, cover or zipped up jacket when cold weather babywearing. This is equally important in other container-type devices as well (like strollers and infant bucket seats). Covering a baby’s face makes it impossible to monitor them and can lead to suffocation or C02 rebreathing.

Also, watch your footing, especially in adverse weather conditions or if you are carrying your baby on your front and can’t see the ground below you. Be extra mindful of slip and fall hazards in icy conditions.

Cold Weather Babywearing boba

Staying Warm
You have a few different options for staying warm while cold weather babywearing. First, decide if you want outdoor gear that goes over both you and baby together or if you are wearing your carrier and baby over your jacket and dressing baby separately.

  1. You can choose sharing one layer that goes over both of you, but remember that you and baby will be sharing body heat and that the carrier also functions as an additional layer for both of you. Dress your baby as you’ve dressed yourself, making sure hands, feet and head have adequate protection. You’ll be sharing a lot of body heat so make sure you don’t overdress either! Layers are key.
  2. There is also outerwear but your options for outerwear are going to depend on your climate and activity. Here are a few options that are all meant to go over your existing carrier:
  • Fleece sweaters for two, like the Boba Babywearing Hoodie are a lightweight option.
  • Already have a coat you love? A zip in jacket panel lets you turn your existing winter jacket into a coat for two (also very useful for pregnancy!) We love the Make My Belly Fit collection as well as the Kokoala jacket extender.
  • A purpose made babywearing jacket can be a bit of investment but many parents find that it’s worth the money for convenience and fit. Many of these jackets modify for maternity use, as well as wearing it as a regular jacket. One of our absolute favorites is the Booker Coat from B&Me (they also offer a vest and adorable babywearing hat for your little.) There are also quite a few on the market that allow you to do front and back carries. We love Liliputi’s 4-in-1 Mama Coat, Diva Milano’s babywearing puffer jacket, Mamalilia’s classic cut wool jacket, and MaMidea’s entire range of babywearing garments. (Editor’s note: heads up that these last four brands are not US companies and therefore reflect a different currency. Please also double-check shipping information and costs.) 

Wearing your carrier over outerwear:
Be mindful that babies don’t regulate temperature as well as adults, so dress your baby in appropriate winter layers the same way you dress yourself. You’ll want to avoid anything excessively bulky as this can be difficult to fit into a carrier properly.

Mind the gap – carriers can hike snowsuits up at the legs, exposing skin to the cold. Baby leg warmers, baby tights (for boys and girls) and wool or waterproof booties will help keep baby warm and protected.

Cold Weather Babywearing ergobaby

There are many brands of carrier covers that are meant to add an extra layer of warmth. These are a soft shell (some are waterproof, insulated, fleece-lined etc) that attach around your existing carrier and cover your baby. Some do double duty and work in strollers as well. We’ve rounded up a few options- take a look at the BABYBJÖRN cover or a microfiber versions, like Ergobaby’s winter weather cover, and Jolly Jumper’s easy to find Snuggle Cover as a start.

Don’t let the cold weather keep you inside! With a little prep, you and your little one can enjoy getting out with minimal fuss. The above options are not at all exhaustive, but should be a good start to point you in the right direction.

About Linnea Catalan

Linnea Catalan is the Executive Director of the Baby Carrier Industry Alliance. The BCIA is a non profit trade organization that promotes the baby carrier industry, works on the carrier safety standards that protect consumers, and assists manufacturers, educators and retailers with compliance and best practices. Learn more at www.babycarrierindustryalliance.org

Filed Under: Babywearing, Winter Pregnancy Tagged With: babywearing, safety

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Best Soft Structured Carriers: Gugu Picks

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Looking for the best soft structured carriers for your baby? We’ve got you covered. From the budget parent to the minimalist and more, in this guide we’ve rounded up the best soft structured carriers in 2018 for all types of parents according to Gugu Guru’s gear expert and Chief Baby Planner Julie McCaffrey.

Best Soft Structured Carriers Tula Explore

Best Soft Structured Carriers Gugu Pick Best All Around: Tula Explore

The Tula Explore is truly a baby carrier that will grow with your baby from infancy through toddlerhood while keeping them in an ergonomic position and you comfortable no matter what carry option you use. This carrier works from 7 lbs without the need for an infant insert all the way up to 45 lbs. Parents can personalize their fit with padded shoulder straps that provide optimal neck & shoulder comfort and quick adjustments for multiple wearers.

Best Soft Structured Carriers BABYBJORN

Best Soft Structured Carriers Minimalist Pick: BABYBJÖRN Carrier One 

The BABYBJÖRN One  is an ergonomic 4-in-1 carrier that is super easy to use and adaptable as your baby grows. With it’s built in infant insert you can choose to carry your infant in one of two height positions to ensure they are in the safest and most comfortable position. Made without the use of any harmful substances the BABYBJÖRN One can be used from 8 lbs up to 33 lbs. Padded shoulder straps and a pressure relieving waist belt ensure you are comfortable carrying in any position.

Best Soft Structured Carriers Infantino

Best Soft Structured Carriers Budget Pick: Infantino Carry On 

The Infantino Carry On is a 4-in-1 carry that will grow with your baby from 8 lbs up to 40 lbs and features 6 intuitive pockets all for under $50. This carrier features a design that allows you to fill the pockets and they will stretch away from your child ensuring that your little one stays comfortable. A breathable mesh panel ensures both you and baby stay cool and the padded shoulder straps and waist belt will allow you to carry comfortably in any position.Best Soft Structured Carriers Twingaroo

Best Soft Structured Carriers Parents of Multiples Pick: Twingaroo

This innovative twin carrier can be used as a single carrier or a twin carrier with the use of a conversion strap. The Twingaroo can carry twin babies from 10 lbs up to 35 lbs each but do keep in mind a baby needs to have good head and neck control to be the baby in the back carry position. The Twingaroo features a diaper bag that includes two insulated bottle holders and 2 separate compartments for storage. The wide, padded waist belt disburses weight evenly so you can carry two babies comfortably for an extended period of time.

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Best Soft Structured Carriers Eco-friendly Pick: LÍLLÉbaby COMPLETE Organic

The LÍLLÉbaby COMPLETE 6-in-1 Organic baby carrier grows with your baby from 7 lbs up to 45 pounds and allows you to carry them in one of 6 ergonomic positions without the need for an infant insert. Both the shell and lining fabrics of the LÍLLÉbaby Organic COMPLETE are made with 100% organic fabrics.  Wide, padded shoulder straps and waist belt evenly distribute baby’s weight and shoulder straps can be carried in either a backpack style or X style for real comfort.

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Best Wrap Carriers : Gugu Picks

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Looking for the best wrap carriers for your baby? We’ve got you covered. From the budget parent to the minimalist and more, in this guide we’ve rounded up the best wrap carriers in 2018 for all types of parents according to Gugu Guru’s gear expert and Chief Baby Planner Julie McCaffrey.

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Best Wrap Carriers Gugu Pick for Best All Around: Solly Baby 

The Solly Baby Wrap is made in the USA from Austrian beechwood trees. This silky soft, lightweight, luxurious wrap is cool to touch and will get softer with each wash. The Solly Baby Wrap works for babies from birth up to 25 lbs.

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Best Wrap Carriers Minimalist Pick: MOBY Wrap Evolution

The MOBY Wrap Evolution is made of a breathable, lightweight blend of viscose and cotton ensuring you  can enjoy this in all climates. This wrap will work with newborns up to 30 pounds and allows for three different carry positions as your child grows.

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Best Wrap Carriers Budget Pick: Boba

The Boba wrap is made with 95% French terry and a touch of spandex that provides flexibility and real support. This wrap offers two carry positions and will comfortably support your baby from birth up to 35 pounds.

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Best Wrap Carriers Parents of Multiples Pick: Baby K’tan 

For parents who want the benefits of a wrap carrier without all the wrapping the Baby K’tan is a great option. The Baby K’tan is a sized product that easily slips on like a t-shirt and allows for five different wearing positions with newborns up to 35 pounds.

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Best Wrap Carriers Eco-friendly Pick: Happy! Baby

The Happy Baby Wrap is lightweight and breathable making it ideal if you live in a warm climate. This organic wrap is made with a combo of 70% organic bamboo and 30% organic cotton ensuring that material is safe and supportive. This luxuriously soft wrap is made in the USA and works with your baby up to 25 pounds.

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