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How to Choose a Baby Carrier: FREE Babywearing 101
How to Choose a Baby Carrier? There are so many choices - great because everyone can find something that works for them, but a little overwhelming when it comes to how to choose! Our FREE webinar helps you ask the right questions of yourself to figure out the best carrier for your needs, budget, and lifestyle.
If you don't want a class, reserve some one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule. Find a time that works for you today!
- We'll review how and why carriers are used in specific situations.
- You'll get the price ranges for carriers, and pros and cons at each range, brands, and where to find (and try on!) carriers.
- You'll know safe babywearing through my tips and demonstrations of different carrier types.
- Best taken in pregnancy but participants are welcome at any stage. This class is intended for infant caregivers, anyone is welcome. Perinatal Professionals, check out our classes just for you!
If you don't want a class, reserve some one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule. Find a time that works for you today!
How to Use a Baby Carrier: Classes by Carrier Type
Once you're ready to move on from choosing a carrier to understanding how carriers work, the "How to Use" series is for you! We break down each carrier type into its own full length class, giving you ALL the expert tips so you have confidence in any carrier type you choose. Our class is complete with several demos, troubleshooting, and a variety of carrier uses. Pick the carrier type that applies to you!
Not ready for another full class? Our online fit checks provide one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule - yes, even for professionals!! Find a time that works for you today!
Classes are broken down by carrier TYPE so you can pick just what's applicable to YOU:
Not ready for another full class? Our online fit checks provide one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule. Find a time that works for you today!
Not ready for another full class? Our online fit checks provide one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule - yes, even for professionals!! Find a time that works for you today!
- As we get started but before getting TOO detailed, we'll do a quick demonstration of how to use the carrier and point out its safety features and the carrier's pros and cons.
- You'll get a deep dive into the carrier's background and differences between brands/fibers/styles.
- We go over all the practical stuff: demonstrate versatility for newborn vs. toddler, breastfeeding, back carrying, and more.
- You leave with complete confidence after getting thorough troubleshooting: common issues and how they can be fixed.
Classes are broken down by carrier TYPE so you can pick just what's applicable to YOU:
- "How to Use a Ring Sling" reviews the different fibers, shoulder styles, and uses of ring slings.
- "How to Use a Buckle Carrier" compares all the major brands and finds your perfect fit.
- "How to Use a Stretchy Wrap" gives you all the tightening and comfort tips.
- "How to Use a Woven Wrap" introduces you to all the versatility and coziness of wovens.
- "How to Use an Onbuhimo" comfortably, easily, and conveniently.
- "How to Use a Meh Dai or Hybrid Carrier" to achieve maximum fit and comfort.
Not ready for another full class? Our online fit checks provide one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule. Find a time that works for you today!
Why choose Adjoyn for your class?
- Evidence-based up-to-date information from a Certified Babywearing Consultant, Amy Rainbow and Marcie Berzinskas.
- Post-workshop questions and support provided.
- Amy has guest lectured about babywearing for Birthingway's Postpartum Doulas curriculum, as well as presented at the WEAR babywearing conference (and hopefully will present at this year's International Babywearing Conference!), and lectured as part of Doula Love's doula mentorship program.
- Amy is an active member of Portland Area Babywearing and Winner of Babywearing International's Perla Robertson Distinguished Babywearing Educator of the Year award, 2017. Also nominated for WEAR Babywearing Educator of the Year, 2017.
- Marcie is also an active educator for Portland Area Babywearing and has served as both a local and national board member for babywearing organizations.
"How to Choose a Baby Carrier" Schedule
"Babywearing 101" is offered often! Find the time that works best for you. The "doors" close 5 minutes after start so be on time, or early for a fun start!
- Thursday, April 9th at 7:00 pm Pacific Time - register here
- Monday, April 13th at 11 AM Pacific Time - register here
- Saturday, April 18th at 9:00 am Pacific Time - register here
- Sessions are LIVE so that your questions can be addressed live! Can't made these times? A recording is now available for purchase!
"How to Use a Baby Carrier" Schedule
These are online, paid classes, and attendees receive a recording after class completes. Please note the "doors close" 5 minutes after we begin so be on time! Professionals and Educators: take all six classes and get $20 back!! Can't make a live class? Recordings will be available starting 4/5.
Need a future date? Classes will continue to be offered, so check back for more dates or click here to make a request!
Not ready for another full class? Our online fit checks provide one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule. Find a time that works for you today!
- "How to Use a Ring Sling" is offered on:
- "How to Use a Buckle Carrier" is offered on:
- "How to Use a Stretchy Wrap" is offered on:
- "How to Use a Woven Wrap" is offered on:
- "How to Use an Onbuhimo" is offered on:
- "How to Use a Meh Dai/Hybrid Carrier" is offered on:
- Can't make any of these times? Recordings will be available for purchase after 4/5.
Need a future date? Classes will continue to be offered, so check back for more dates or click here to make a request!
Not ready for another full class? Our online fit checks provide one-on-one time with an educator that fits your schedule. Find a time that works for you today!
Find out more about our other babywearing services and car seat checks!