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ERGObaby Carrier as a Babyproofing Tool!

09-06-13t:06:z

While nearly every parent has heard of babyproofing their home - covering outlets, locking cabinets, and blocking stairs - a recent study by the national, nonprofit Home Safety Council reveals that many parents are unaware of important safety steps that can protect their babies from serious injuries in the home. Among the Council's recommendations in case of fire is a baby carrier that can leave parents' hands free to carry baby while crawling under smoke or descending a ladder.

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Babywearing Institute

09-06-03t:06:z

The Babywearing Institute is an online resource center for babywearing information. The site offers a wide range of resources, ranging from locally certified babywearing instructors by state, to articles on the benefits of babywearing and instructions for various types of carriers. The following article discusses the correct seating position for babies in carriers, noting that not all carriers consider this positioning in their design. ERGObaby Carriers have always promoted this Natural Sitting Position, protecting the baby's spine and hips.

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Important Notice

09-05-09t:05:z

Important notice: Over the past few months, we have noticed a number of unauthorized Internet sellers of ERGObaby products. In some cases, these products are counterfeit, which may pose a safety hazard due to inferior materials and/or workmanship. Of course, no warranty protection is offered with respect to counterfeit products.

We urge you to purchase your ERGObaby Carrier and accessory products only through authorized distributors. Products purchased through our authorized Internet or retail store distribution channels provides you with outstanding customer service, a thirty-day trial period (for undamaged product returns) and warranty service and protections which may not be available when purchasing through unauthorized distributors. For a current list of our authorized dealers, please click here. If you are in doubt, or have any concerns about any supplier, please contact us here.

Live Radio Appearance

09-05-08t:05:z

May 8, 2009, ERGObaby Founder and Designer Karin Frost was featured in a live interview on the radio show "Natural Pregnancy, Birth & Parenting" with Reverend Zoe Weston.

Ms. Frost talked briefly about the history and culture of baby carrying, then listed some of the ways babies benefit from babywearing - they cry less often and for shorter periods of time, often become more independent and secure, they remain calmer, they are more in tune with parents, and they enjoy heightened social skills. Frost also discussed Jean Liedloff's Continuum Concept, which served as her inspiration in designing the ERGObaby Carrier, and the more recent Attachment Parenting movement.

To hear the interview, click on http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Rev-Zoe-Weston/2009/05/08/The-Culture-Of-Baby-Carrying.

ERGObaby is #1 on Canadian Morning News Show

09-03-31t:03:z

In March, ERGObaby was featured as the #1 Must-Have Item on CTV Toronto, a popular morning news program in Canada. The products were rated by parents through Canadian Family Magazine, and the Editor-in-Chief and show's host discussed the comfort and versatility of the ERGObaby Carrier while it was being modeled by a pregnant mom with her baby on her back.

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ERGObaby wins March Madness

09-03-31t:03:z

The ERGObaby Carrier has been chosen as the #1 winner in the Magic Beans March Madness Contest, in which customers rated their favorite products for kids! We are honored to have received the award, and grateful to Magic Beans Baby store for providing us their "badge"! Thanks for the support Magic Beans! For Magic Beans store information in your area, click here.

http://mbeans.com/magic-beans-march-madness-bracket.html

Natural Sitting Position

09-03-25t:03:z

The Natural Sitting Position is one which supports the natural rounding of a baby's spine, supporting a forward pelvic tilt and proper development of the hip joints. In the Natural Sitting Position, the baby's legs are bent with his knees level with his bellybutton, and spread apart at about a 45 degree angle. This position, also referred to as the Spread-Squat Position, mimics the natural position for optimal joint and spinal support; hence, the Natural Sitting Position.

Dad Packs

09-03-04t:03:z

ERGObaby is featured as a "Dad Pack" in March's issue of Pregnancy Magazine!

Away We Go

By the Editors of Pregnancy

" Babywearing is more than just a trend, it's a lifestyle. Devotées of 'Attachment Parenting' consider a carrier an essential tool in raising secure and confident children. But that doesn't have to mean shrouding yourself in a sling of woven hemp until your baby's ready to walk on his own--unless, of course, you want to. And sure, every family needs a stroller and an infant car seat, but we suggest there's a better vehicle for a walk around a crowded farmer's market or keeping baby near while you put in a load of laundry. Baby carriers are more versatile, stylish, and practical than ever. We've picked the standouts--carry on!,..."

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"What's bound to get a dad wearing baby? A carrier as soft and simple as his favorite tee, like the ERGObaby Carrier, made with durable canvas, plush padding, and 400-thread-count cotton lining.

It's as versatile as a tee, too: Wear baby in the front, back, or on the hip. And chances are it will be as hard to destroy as that worn-out shirt from his college days."

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CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY IMPROVEMENT ACT INFORMATION

09-02-05t:02:z

On January 30, 2009, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued a one-year stay of enforcement for certain testing and certification requirements for manufacturers and importers of regulated products, including products intended for children 12 years old and younger. These requirements are part of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), which added certification and testing requirements for all products subject to CPSC standards or bans. The stay did not however change the requirement that children's products meet lead content and phthalates limitations.

The ERGO Baby Carrier and related ERGObaby products fully comply with all of the requirements and limitations of the CPSIA, and undergo regular testing to insure that our products meet or exceed all applicable government regulations and industry standards to insure the safety of our customers and the children entrusted to us.

The complete text of the CPSC statement may be found at: http://cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09115.html

Bracing for crowds and cold - Stores and residents prepare for historic, hectic inauguration

09-01-15t:01:z

Maryland Community Newspapers Online

Barack Obama reached the metaphorical mountaintop in winning the presidency in November's general election.

And those planning to attend the historic inauguration next week in Washington, D.C., should make preparations "no different than climbing to a mountaintop," said Matt Kelly of Silver Spring, an assistant manager for outdoor-gear chain REI.
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Strollers also are not allowed at the parade route, reviewing stand or inaugural balls, but attendees with infants can carry their children in a baby sling or carrier, said Edward Donovan, Secret Service spokesman.

Pajama Squid in Takoma Park sells baby slings and carriers, and owner Tiffany King recommends the ERGObaby carrier.

"The ERGO is the way to go because if they're standing or walking, it equally distributes the infant's weight," she said. "And it doesn't become cumbersome at all."

If you would like to read the whole article, continue here .

JPMA CERTIFICATION

08-12-17t:12:z

The ERGO Baby Carrier, Inc. is pleased to announce that we are now certified by JPMA and are awaiting receipt of the JPMA Seal of Certification. Certification # (5108)338-0123

The Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association, Inc. is a national trade organization representing 95% of the $7.3 billion industry. It was formed in 1962 and has grown to include 250 companies in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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To become JPMA certified, a product must be tested by an independent testing facility for compliance with the specific ASTM standards. If a product passes the tests, JPMA allows the manufacturer to label it with the JPMA Certified Seal.

The ASTM (American Society for Testing & Materials) developed and published the standards. JPMA and industry members, consumer groups and staff from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission were involved in the development of the standards.

African women prefer babywearing

08-11-24t:11:z

The babywearing movement has seen tremendous growth in Western culture, as parents search for better ways to nurture and provide for their babies while including them in daily activities. However, babywearing has been part of many cultures (including indigenous) for thousands of years, and is considered the norm in parts of Africa and Asia. In fact, strollers, the popular Western baby-carrying choice, are considered "socially unacceptable", even in upscale African cities. Click here to read more . . .

Indigo Festival

08-09-10t:09:z

In our ongoing commitment to education in holistic parenting, ERGObaby is please to announce our sponsoring of the "Indigo Festival," community celebrations of Holistic Pregnancy and Parenting. For more information about the festivals, and to see an up to date schedule, visit their website,... http://www.theindigofestival.com.

Better Business Bureau

08-08-18t:08:z

In April, 2008, ERGObaby received accreditation from the Better Business Bureau. Universally recognized as the standard for honest and reliable businesses, The Better Business Bureau represents quality and integrity. ERGObaby is proud to be a member.

ERGObaby is proud to be the Platinum Elite Sponsor of the 2008 World Breastfeeding Week Celebrations for La Leche League in the USA.

08-08-04t:08:z

What is World Breastfeeding Week?
It is celebrated in 120 countries and celebrates the signing of the Innocenti Declaration, produced and adopted in 1990 by participants at the WHO/UNICEF meeting on "Breastfeeding in the 1990s: A Global Initiative on the Protection, Promotion and Support of Breastfeeding". The document lists the benefits of breastfeeding, plus global and governmental goals.

The focus this year is to support "women in their efforts to do what is most important for the health and survival of their children through the best and most cost-effective intervention: early and exclusive breastfeeding."

In conjunction with the Olympics, the theme for LLL in the USA 2008 WBW is Mother Support: Going for the Gold...supporting mothers so they can achieve the gold standard of infant feeding: breastfeeding exclusively for six months, and providing appropriate complementary food with continued breastfeeding exclusively for up to two years or beyond.