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Tips & support from babywearing educators (& moms!)
Journal
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How to Adjust Sizing for the Lenny Upgrade
Model looking lovingly at her baby in a front carry in a Lenny Upgrade soft structured carrier, print Cobalt. The biggest selling point of the Lenny Upgrade carrier...
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30+ prints and styles discontinued in Clearance!
Did you know we have over 100 prints and colors??? We're clearing out over 30 spring and summer fabrics and colors to make room for several exciting projects to serve...
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The #1 Myth about Babywearing
Over the years, I've worked with a LOT of parents of young kids, and I've heard a lot of stories. When it comes to babywearing, I've found that there's a...
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BOGO Closing! Not sure what to get? Tips inside!
Mother carries toddler in front carry in Lenny Upgrade Lotus Natural linen SSC, a carrier that's part of the BOGO sale closing tonight. Happy Sunday! This is a...
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In honor of Infant and Pregnancy Loss Remembrance Day - a personal story
Rainbow Baby long woven wrap - a wrap created in honor of pregnancy and child loss We lost our first pregnancy very early. I remember seeing a very faint...
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What is worth sacrificing for? - Our Origin Story
Motherhood is hard. And so is business. When I reflect on Mama & Roo's early days, the word that comes to mind is "sacrifice." I imagined this business during pump...
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How to: ABCs of babywearing safety
Join babywearing educator and Mama & Roo's founder Alexandra to learn the ABCs of wearing your baby safely in a baby wrap or carrier. Learn tips and tricks for the...
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Robin's Hip Carry - An easy, "poppable" carrier with no back knot!
I *love* a carry that lets you go about your day and sit in a CHAIR. lol! I don't know about you, but knots on my back while wrapping are...
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Labor Day Thank You
Happy Labor Day! Wishing you a pleasant holiday with your loved ones today as we celebrate the many workers and unions in the US that have fought hard for the...
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Baby Wrap Basics
Long woven wraps are convenient, comforting, and cozy. They make life with your new little one easier and are a joy to use! Hang out with babywearing educator and owner...
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Unboxing: Girasol
Learn about our newest brand and first handwoven brand, Girasol! Girasol wraps, ring slings, and wrap conversion carriers are ethically handwoven in the mountains of Guatemala. *Please forgive my terrible...
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Unboxing: Promenade, preschool carriers, onbuhimos, and more!
Enjoy as we show off our latest arrival, Promenade, and chat about fabric types, the best carriers for different body types, and, of course, your favorites colors and styles! Check...
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How to use an Onbuhimo - Quick Onbuhimo Tutorial, Fan Favorites, and Why you Shouldn't Forward Face
Check our our video here - full tutorial instructions below! Learn how to use an onbuhimo and why this is better and safer than forward facing. Take a look at...
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How to: Front Wrap Cross Carry with Single Ring Finish
3 topics today! 1- Our Earth Day / Mother's Day / My Birthday sale is starting SOON - if you want early access, sign up for our email list here:...
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Front Wrap Cross Carry - Quick First Wrap Tutorial
A nice quick long woven wrap demo for Front Wrap Cross Carry, the typical first carry to learn with your new wrap. Enjoy! Time (with Skull) Front Wrap Cross Carry...
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All About the Half Buckle Meh Dai
What is a meh dai? How do you use it? Troubleshooting? Who might like one? Join me in the video below and learn all about these wonderful carriers! The meh...
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Mystery Boxes! Just in Time for Mother's Day
We're doing it again - our Mystery Box is here! This is an amazing deal on some stunningly beautiful carriers. These *WILL* sell out - grab yours while they last!...
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Pond Finish FWCC Demo - Easy Fancy Finish for Beginners
A Pond Finish is a perfect finish for new wrappers to feel and look amazing! An easy first fancy finish, it builds on what you know in a typical front...
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Testing the *NEW* Lenny Hybrid Toddler Half Buckle Meh Dai
Announcing a preschool-sized half buckle meh dai on its way from Lenny Lamb! Lenny Hybrid - Toddler size, tester in Rainbow Lace Silver Scroll down for video! We've been asked...
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How to Fold a Long Woven Wrap
Fold a long woven wrap with me! Instructions below =) Demonstrating with a size 6 long woven wrap from Lenny Lamb in print Rainbow Lotus. First, find the...
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Unboxing & Tutorials: Limited Edition Jurassic Park - Evolution, Rainbow Lotus, Herbarium Roundhay Garden
Unboxing: Limited Edition Jurassic Park - Evolution, Rainbow Lotus, Herbarium Roundhay Garden, Time (with skull) Tutorials: Lenny Upgrade using Time with Skull and a 3-4 month weighted demo doll. Compare...
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How to: High Back Carry in an Onbuhimo - Table Method
Onbuhimos are very popular carriers right now, for good reason! They allow your baby to see the world from nice and high, they are nice and light and roll up...
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Unboxing! Lenny Lamb Rainbow Baby, Preschool Carriers, Symphony Rainbow Light, Onbuhimos
More beautiful Lenny Lamb carriers & wraps have arrived! Take a closer look at Rainbow Baby & accessories. See how big the waist bag, mini waist bag, shopping bag, and...
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Unboxing! Lenny Lamb Restock and New Items 1/29/21
Come hang out and watch us unveil ALL the pretties. Restock and new items from Lenny Lamb. Onbuhimos, Upgrades, Hybrids, Ring Slings, and Woven Wraps & more are here! Prints...
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Babywearing: A Love Story
From newborn to toddlerhood and beyond. More than a tool. A journey. A relationship. Growing into your role as a new mom, a new dad, a new family....
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What's What: A Summary of Different Kinds of Baby Carriers
How to Choose a Baby Carrier: A quick guide to different types of baby carriers. Let’s do a quick rundown of styles and their pros and cons. For more details,...
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Top 3 Reasons Parents Love the Onbuhimo
3 Reasons to Love an Onbuhimo -Light & compact – Onbuhimos roll up nicely. With a single panel (plus a little fabric folded between you) and baby up nice and...
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Bijou Wear Launches on Friday!
We've got a new kid on the block... Bijou Wear! Bijou wraps are stunningly beautiful, woven with environmentally friendly unique fabric blends that are soft and strong. Crafted in the...
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What size wrap do I need? Long Woven Wrap sizing
Ah... the long woven wrap. The perfect carrier for maximum versatility, coziness, and longevity, perfect for use from the first day of life all the way through preschool-hood and beyond!...
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July's Fundraising Campaign status: NationalBailOut.org's #FreeBlackMamas project
We've raised almost $200 so far! Can you help us meet our $300 goal?
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Beat the Heat with Linen Baby Carriers! All about linen and who might like it
Ahhh, summer days are here in full swing again in the States, and what's on the mind of every babywearing parent: How do I stay cool in this heat??? ...
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Where We Stand: Black Lives Matter, Human Rights Matter, and How We are Moving Forward
A letter to our email subscribers that I want to make public for all. Those of you who know me in "real life" know that I wanted to start this...
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Lenny Hybrids are Here! The *new* adjustable newborn to 2-year-old half buckle meh dai carrier
A model with demo doll wears the Lenny Lamb Lenny Hybrid half buckle meh dai baby carrier in print Emerald. Imagining yourself wrapped up with your little one in...
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Baby Care in Emergency Situations
What to do if basic supplies are unavailable? Read on for tips and tricks to help get through any hurdles you may be experiencing. Every parent should know what...
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Lenny Lamb Preschooler -- The Test!
***Update: Video below!*** Did you catch the news? We are testing Lenny Lamb's newest carrier, the Preschooler! Designed for ages 1-5, ***now to 6!*** this beautiful, soft carrier has been so...
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All About Long Woven Wraps, Part 1: What is a long woven wrap and who might like one?
All about: Long Woven Wraps Part 1: What is a long woven wrap and who might like one? Image of the tails of a long woven wrap baby carrier by...