Chicagoland Babywearing

07/20/2024

Hello out there Chicagoland Babywearing Public page friends!! We are having a free Babywearing Meeting at Schaumburg Library on Saturday, August 24th from 10 AM to Noon. We would love to see you there!

06/17/2021

Happy Black Babywearing Week!

While many of the brands and styles of baby carriers we are familiar with today are relatively new, babywearing has been around for much longer. Black Babywearing Week seeks to amplify Black voices and educate about the history (and future) of Black babywearing.

Happy June!

Black Babywearing Week is officially upon us! This year, the official theme is “Our Black Joy”.

We will be showcasing the beautiful smiles and joyful faces of Black folk babywearing EVERYWHERE! We cannot wait to celebrate!

Drop a happy smiling selfie below (babywearing, or not) to show us how excited you are for !

04/07/2021

Stephanie Hopkins shares some helpful tips for babywearing in warmer weather:

Babywearing can get uncomfortable during summer. Here are some tips on how to keep yourself and your baby cool in the heat.

12/06/2020

We are devastated to share that Felicity, 21 month old daughter of our previous CLBW president Nikki Patrick, passed away early this morning. Nikki has touched many lives in our community and CLBW wouldn’t be where we are without her. Felicity was a warrior and we have all learned about strength and love from Nikki and Felicity.

For those that are wondering how to help the family, this is their link to help with final expenses and needs of the family.

https://paypal.me/pools/c/8usoJnRFqB

Please keep the Patrick family in your thoughts.

12/05/2020

Do you need a fit check?
Do you want to try a new carrier and need help?
Are you ready for back wearing or want to try a new wrap carry?

*Sign up for a one on one Zoom meeting with a CLBW Education Leader!*

Meetings are 20 minutes long, no charge, and personalized to you.

Visit calendly.com/clbwmeetings to see available times slots and schedule at your convenience!

If you’d like to become a CLBW member and take advantage of our carrier lending library, please email [email protected]

12/04/2020

Wondering if you can wear your baby right after birth? In many situations, yes! Babywearing during the newborn days and weeks can help facilitate skin-to-skin bonding with your baby.

ContoursBaby.com / Blog / Babywearing / Skin-to-Skin, Babywearing, and Newborn SnugglesSkin-to-Skin, Babywearing, and Newborn SnugglesDo you need an excuse to cuddle on the couch and enjoy that new baby smell? Here’s a way to get the many benefits of skin-to-skin contact while enjoying rest and cu...

11/21/2020

This is a good reminder for every day of the year-

https://www.facebook.com/117595298283295/posts/3599894146720042/?d=n

If you're celebrating Thanksgiving (US folks) what's on your menu this year? We've seen a few safety incidents involving babywearing and cooking. Please get the word out to caregivers- babies around the stove can have tragic consequences.

11/10/2020

Did you know that you can support our organization while shopping on Amazon? When you select Chicagoland Babywearing as your preferred organization, Amazon will automatically donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases.

http://smile.amazon.com/ch/83-1645298

11/03/2020

Who is bringing littles (and not-so-littles) with them to the polls today?
Babywearing frees up caregiver hands and allows children a front row seat to democracy in action!

10/29/2020

Front Cross Carry (FCC) with a base size woven wrap.

We may not be meeting in person right now, but our group can still help you get started with wrapping!

10/22/2020

As the weather grows colder, many caregivers often ask for tips to keeping themselves and their children warm while babywearing.

What are your favorite ways to stay warm while babywearing in the Fall and Winter months?

07/29/2020

As promised, here is an update regarding meetings.

As you all know, we have been on hold since the pandemic hit in March. We have constantly re-evaluated and pushed dates back. We hoped by this point we would be in a much better place and able to resume some type of in person interaction.

With that said, we all know that hasn’t been the case. With the pandemic still very active, schools moving to virtual instruction, and guidance suggesting that close in person interaction is not ideal at this time, we had to make a tough call.

Until further notice we will continue to operate completely virtually. We do frequently chat and brainstorm ideas and as soon as it’s safe we will resume in person gatherings and instruction.

We are going to be updating our procedure for requesting carriers. We are also going to begin sign ups for 1:1 zoom assistance.

These decisions have not been easy. I personally truly miss babywearing and seeing people at meetings. But safety comes above all and because of the nature of our meetings and the closeness required, this is the only safe step.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. And be on the lookout for an announcement regarding carrier check outs and 1:1 zoom help!

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