SnugBaby Blog

The diary of a work-at-home mum with a passion for slings

Slings are responsible for the advent of modern man!

Thursday September 2nd, 2010 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

I recently read a fantastic article about the evolution of modern humans, and the role slings played in that process. Archaeologist and anthropologist, Timothy Taylor talked in New Scientist magazine, about how baby slings, made from animal viscera enabled upright female hominins to walk about, carrying their baby, but conserving the precious energy that it [...]

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An Idiot’s Guide To Babywearing

Wednesday July 28th, 2010 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

I am often asked why I came up with SnugBaby. Quite simply, I needed a comfortable sling, that could cope with my demands – easy to use, looked good, would last a while, husband could use it, and it could be washed! When I had my first son, I admit I had never even heard [...]

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The Joys of Babywearing

Tuesday May 25th, 2010 in Uncategorized | 1 Comment »

Ok, so perhaps more “small child wearing” than babywearing, but it is still pretty fab. Yesterday, we decided to go for a nice walk by the river near where we live. SnugBoy#2 got literally over the road from our house before deciding that he couldn’t walk any further. So he asked to go in a [...]

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SnugBaby in the Baby Show Fashion Show

Sunday May 23rd, 2010 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

As you may know, I went down to very sunny Birmingham yesterday morning (very early yesterday morning!) to go and help out/socialise on the Mumsclub stand at The Baby Show, promoting mums in business, and encouraging mums to think about starting their own business. We had a great time, and it was lovely to see [...]

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When can I use a back carry?

Friday April 30th, 2010 in Uncategorized | 5 Comments »

Question: When is my bear old enough to go in a back carry?

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Benefits of Babywearing

Monday January 11th, 2010 in Uncategorized | 7 Comments »

When I talked to a friend the other day about babywearing – she was completely confused as to what I meant. She thought perhaps I was suggesting that she use her little darling as a hat. However, when renowned paediatrician, Dr William Sears invented the term babywearing in the 1980s, I’m fairly sure he meant [...]

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We’re Going To The Scottish Baby Show

Monday January 4th, 2010 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

I am immensely excited to reveal that SnugBaby will be exhibiting at the Scottish Baby Show at Glasgow SECC, from 23rd to 25th April. The Scottish Baby Show is the country’s biggest event dedicated to pregnancy, birth, baby and beyond. The show has been created especially for parents and parents-to-be and brings together over 150 [...]

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Blog of the Decade

Tuesday December 29th, 2009 in Uncategorized | 5 Comments »

I am following in the footsteps of some of my very favourite bloggers, and writing my round up of the Noughties. Wow, what a decade it’s been! A lot has happened, both good and bad, and many things I am very proud of. Here goes: 2000 Having met the man of my dreams just a [...]

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Babywearing Advent Blog – Day 1

Tuesday December 1st, 2009 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

Since it is December, a time when advent calendars are eagerly opened, children desperate to find out what is hiding behind each door, I am putting a babywearing spin on it, and will be posting a great babywearing tip, suggestion or idea every day until Christmas! Today’s treat is: Make great use of a mei [...]

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Christmas is coming – new products are here!

Thursday November 26th, 2009 in Uncategorized | No Comments »

Only 28 more sleeps until Christmas! Are you excited about the jolly man in the red suit yet, or dreading the festive season, knowing it will be stress-filled and anxious? Well, to help you out, we have some great new products which could provide the perfect stocking filler, or ideal gift for your little one. [...]

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