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Coorie & Carry Podcast – Episode 1: Sling Libraries & Consultancies

Hosts: Laurna & Gemma

Episode Title: Understanding Sling Libraries & Babywearing Consultancies

Episode Summary

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of sling libraries and babywearing consultancies! Whether you're new to babywearing or looking to expand your knowledge, we’ll be breaking down:

• What a sling library is and how it works
• The difference between a sling library and a babywearing consultancy
• How to find support near you
• Tips for choosing the right carrier for your needs

Resources Mentioned:

• Find a Sling Library or Consultant: www.slingpages.co.uk
• Carifit – Our Sponsor: Carifit – Use code COORIECARI for a discount on a Carifit carrier! www.getcarifit.co.uk

Connect with Us:

Follow us on Instagram @coorieinandcarryonpodcast

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Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with your babywearing friends!

Join us while we talk about everything babywearing related!

Over the next few weeks we will be looking at safety, carrying options, and answering all your burning questions.

So grab a cuppa and coorie in with us!

Welcome back to Coorie In and Carry On! This week, Laurna and Gemma are joined by a special guest—Vern Hill, the founder of Carifit, a babywearing fitness brand that combines movement, connection, and expert-designed workouts for parents.

👶✨ In This Episode, We Discuss:

• The story behind Carifit and what makes their baby carrier and app so unique.
• Postpartum movement & exercise—how to ease back into fitness while respecting your body's recovery.
• The importance of safe babywearing when exercising, including fit checks and carrier suitability.
• How movement benefits both parent and baby, from bonding to mental well-being.

🛍️ Exclusive Discount for Our Listeners!
Get 20% off a Carifit Carrier with the code COORIECARI at checkout.
👉 Shop here

🔗 Resources & Links:

• Carifit Website
• Carifit App
• Follow Vern & Carifit on Instagram: @carifit
• More on safe babywearing: @coorieinandcarryonpodcast

💬 Have thoughts on this episode? Join the conversation in our online community!

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#babywearing #postpartumfitness #Carifit #babywearingworkout #newparentlife

🎙️ Coorie In and Carry On
Hosted by Laurna & Gemma

In this episode, Laurna and Gemma dig into a topic that comes up often in babywearing conversations: world-facing (forward-facing) carrying positions. We explore the benefits, the safety considerations, and when this option might or might not be suitable for babies and their caregivers.

👶 What does the research and lived experience say about world-facing carrying?
🌍 Is it overstimulating for babies?
💬 What are the signs of sensory overload to watch for?
🧠 How does visual development factor into the choice of carrying position?

Whether you're a curious parent, babywearing enthusiast, or a professional supporting families, this episode will give you food for thought, practical tips, and trusted resources.

🧠 Resources & Links We Mentioned

📽️ Too Much Information – A powerful video illustrating what sensory overwhelm can feel like
▶️ Watch on YouTube

👁️ Baby Sight Development – Learn how a baby's vision develops and how this affects their needs in a carrier
▶️ Watch on YouTube

📚 Children’s Books for Exploring Cultures of Carrying:
📖 Baby Goes to Market by Atinuke
Find it on Amazon UK
📖 Ride on a Mother's Back: A Day of Baby Carrying Around the World by Emery & Durga Bernhard
Find it on Amazon UK

🤝 This Episode is Sponsored by Carifit
Carifit offers babywearing workouts and postnatal support designed to help you feel strong, connected, and confident in your body and parenting journey.
Explore their expert-led classes and on-demand support here:
👉 Visit Carifit

🎁 Exclusive for Our Listeners – Get 20% off your Carifit membership with the code COORIECARI

📢 We’d love to hear from you!
Have you tried world-facing carrying with your baby? What was your experience like? Tag us on social media or send us a message — your stories help shape future episodes.

💬 Connect with us, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a review if you’re enjoying the podcast!

#CoorieInAndCarryOn #BabywearingPodcast #WorldFacingCarriers #SensoryOverload #GentleParenting #BabywearingSafety #Carifit

In this episode of Coorie In and Carry On, Laurna and Gemma are joined by Annika Sander Löfmark from BabyBjörn, the iconic Swedish brand known for its longstanding role in the babywearing world. 🌍👶

✨ What We Discuss:
✅ The history of BabyBjörn – from its founding in 1961 to becoming a globally recognised name.
✅ BabyBjörn’s core values and babywearing philosophy, including their focus on safety, simplicity, and style.
✅ What makes BabyBjörn carriers different – from their ergonomic design to their commitment to user-friendly functionality.
✅ Annika’s personal insights into the brand’s approach to innovation, research, and sustainability.
✅ Annika’s book on babywearing (written in Swedish), sharing her knowledge and passion for carrying.

🛒 Links & Resources:
👉 BabyBjörn Website – Explore their range of carriers and learn more about their values.
👉 BabyBjörn Carrier Collection – Discover their different models, including the Baby Carrier Harmony, Mini, and One.
👉 Annika’s Book (in Swedish) – Barnets bästa: En kärleksförklaring till bärandet (translation: For the Child’s Best: A Love Declaration to Babywearing).

💬 Get in Touch:
We love hearing from you! Let us know what you thought of this episode or share your own experiences with BabyBjörn carriers.
📩 Email us at: babywearingpodcast@hotmail.com
📲 Follow us on Instagram: @coorieinandcarryonpodcast

Thanks for listening – and as always, coorie in and carry on! 🧡

👋 Welcome back to Coorie In and Carry On, the babywearing podcast with Laurna and Gemma!

This week, we’re diving into the many different ways you can carry your little one, from soft and snuggly wraps to quick-and-easy buckle carriers.

🔹 Stretchy Wraps – Perfect for newborns and those early snuggles.

🔹 Buckle Carriers – Quick, supportive, and great for on-the-go parents.

🔹 Woven Wraps – Versatile and long-lasting with endless tying options.

🔹 Ring Slings – Lightweight, adjustable, and ideal for quick ups and downs.

🔹 Hybrid Carriers – A mix of wrap comfort with buckle convenience.

🔹 Asian-Style Carriers (Meh Dais, Onbuhimos, Podaegis) – Traditional designs with modern twists.

💭 Not sure which carrier is right for you? We break down the pros and cons of each, plus tips on how to choose one that fits your family’s needs!

📢 Join the Conversation!

Got a favourite carrier? Want us to cover a specific topic? Let us know on Instagram ⁠@coorieinandcarryonpodcast⁠ or email us at babywearingpodcast@hotmail.com.

🎧 Thanks for listening—don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!

Resources & Links

We’ve teamed up with CariFit bring you 20% off your own carrier! Use code COORIECARI at checkout.

🔗 ⁠⁠Find a Local Babywearing Consultant⁠⁠

🔗⁠Wonderful Wovens Course with Laurna⁠

In this special reflection episode, Laurna and Gemma invite you to coorie in and join them as they revisit the full first season of the podcast. They’ll walk through each episode title, share behind-the-scenes stories, highlight key take-aways and surprising moments, and talk about how this journey has shaped their work in babywearing, breastfeeding support and calm family-life coaching. Whether you’re a long-time listener or new to the show, this is your warm season-wrap up and invitation to stay connected.

Here are the episodes they cover in this overview:

• Understanding Sling Libraries and Consultancies
• Babywearing & Movement with Vern Hill from Carifit
• Babywearing 101: Exploring Carrier Options
• Behind the Seams with BabyBjörn – A Chat with Annika Sandar Lofmark
• Facing the World – Babywearing & World-Facing Carriers
• Coorie in with Jenny South of Hanababy - "People over Profit"
• Carrying Your Child in Hot Weather
• Laurna’s Wonderful Wovens
• Unpacking Unsafe Advertising in Babywearing
• Carrying Newborns
• Plus Size Babywearing with Samantha from Tully Slings
• Babywearing in Cold Weather

If you enjoyed the season, please:

• Subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes

• Leave a review and share your favourite take-away

• Share the podcast with a friend who might benefit
  Your support helps grow this community of calm-connected parents.

• Instagram: @coorieinandcarryon

• If you’ve got a babywearing story, question, or topic you’d like us to cover—send us a message or voice-note and we might include it in a future episode!

As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, hosts Laurna and Gemma chat all about carrying your little one in cold weather.

We’ll cover:
❄️ Dressing your baby safely without overheating
❄️ Best layering strategies for both you and baby
❄️ Babywearing coats, covers, and clever hacks to stay warm
❄️ Common mistakes to avoid in winter
❄️ How to keep carrying comfortable and safe in frosty conditions

Whether you’re wrapping up for a walk in the woods or just popping to the shops, this episode will help you and your little one stay snug, safe, and coorie’d in.

⚠️ Safety Reminder:
🚫 Avoid thick snowsuits or padded pramsuits inside a sling or carrier — they can cause babies to overheat and stop the carrier fitting safely.
✅ Instead, dress baby in thin, breathable layers and add warmth around the sling (with coats, covers, or blankets).
✅ Always keep baby’s face visible and nose/mouth clear of fabric.

Brands & resources mentioned:
🧥 Mamalila – babywearing coats and jackets
🧥 LennyLamb Babywearing Covers – easy add-on warmth
🧥 Bundlebean Covers – easy add-on warmth

💪 Show Sponsor: Carifit
We’re proud to be sponsored by Carifit – supporting parents to move, carry and thrive. Get 10% off with code CoorieCari at checkout.

👉 Want to connect with us or try out carriers for yourself? Visit Coorie In With Love.

In this episode of Coorie In and Carry On, hosts Laurna and Gemma are joined by the brilliant Samantha from Tully Slings. Together, we explore the world of plus size babywearing — from finding the right carriers, to adjusting fit, to building confidence and comfort for every body.

We chat about:
✨ Tips for getting the best fit in different styles of carriers
✨ How sling companies can better support plus size parents
✨ Busting myths around plus size carrying
✨ Samantha’s own journey with babywearing and Tully Slings

This conversation is full of practical advice and positive encouragement for all caregivers who want to carry their little ones.

Resources mentioned in this episode:
🔗 Bambino Baby Size Chart – a helpful guide to sling and carrier sizing
🔗 Tully Slings on Social Media – follow Samantha and her work

💪 Show Sponsor: Carifit
We’re proud to be sponsored by Carifit – supporting parents to move, carry and thrive. Get 10% off with code CoorieCari at checkout.

👉 Want to connect with us or try carriers yourself? Visit Coorie In With Love.

Bringing a new baby into the world is a huge transition – and carrying your newborn can be one of the most supportive, calming, and bonding choices you make. In this episode, we’re diving into the essentials of carrying in the early days.

We chat about:
✨ Why newborn carrying is so beneficial for both babies and parents
✨ Different carrier and sling options that work well for the newborn stage
✨ Key safety considerations (including the T.I.C.K.S. guidelines)
✨ Building confidence and comfort as you learn together with your baby

Whether you’re expecting, just welcomed your little one, or supporting new parents, this episode is full of practical tips and reassuring insights to help you on your babywearing journey.

Resources & Links:

• Learn more about safe carrying: Sling Pages UK

• Book a consultation or hire a carrier with us: Coorie In With Love

✨ Show Sponsor:
We’re delighted to be sponsored by Carifit – babywearing workouts designed to support your postnatal body while bonding with your baby. Listeners get 10% off with code COORIECARI: Carifit Website