“Babywearing” is a modern word for an ancient practice, a practice that goes back to the dawn of time. And it’s an attachment parenting method that is still widely used today… for good reason. Babywearing is seamlessly compatible with this thing we call life. Tula Hemp Agate That being said, it doesn’t mean that wearing your baby will be instinctual and easy from the beginning. It takes time, practice, and troubleshooting to get your baby into a baby carrier. Though, once the connection is made, and with continued practice, babywearing can become second nature. Wearing your baby can… offer n ..read more

Our readers always love a babywearing giveaway! We’re delighted to offer you the chance to win this gorgeous organic cotton baby wrap from Oscha. All About Oscha Slings Oscha’s baby carriers are made with luxurious, heirloom quality fabrics. And not only are they beautiful, but these one-of-a-kind designs are also ethically and sustainably made. Made from 100% organic cotton vegan fabric, this beautiful Constellation Tonic Baby Wrap is super soft and cushy. It’s a great wrap beginners and more experienced babywearers. It is soft enough for use with newborns, yet offers a delicate strength pro ..read more

Bring your little one into your favorite fandom with these Lord of the Rings baby wearing wraps. With these gorgeous wovens inspired by The Hobbit, Lord of the Rings, and The Rings of Power, you can happily carry your halfling in comfort and quality, wherever your journey may lead. Eighty years ago, the world was introduced to a mystical land. Although it was created in the mind of J.R.R. Tolkien and partially inspired by ancient European mythology, this place – known as Middle-Earth – transported millions of readers throughout the generations into a rich, deep fantasy filled with colorful ch ..read more

Motherhood. An amazing, gorgeous, exhausting, empowering, emotional, and beautiful journey. A journey that we, as women, have been called to embrace and enjoy. A journey that is unique and personal. A journey that lasts a lifetime. In order to truly tap into your full being as a mother, you must understand the importance of practicing good maternal care. Why? When you take time to nourish yourself, using a holistic approach, you’re focusing on the mind-body-soul connection. By using this approach, you will dramatically see and experience a difference in the way you live, feel, think, and ..read more

While babywearing may seem trendy, it’s actually an age-old tradition that, at its most fundamental, lets you keep your baby safe and close while still allowing freedom of movement, activity, and your hands. The benefits of babywearing are vast—and truly worth considering. Image by Jimmy & Dani Aceino Babywearing is one of the pillars of Attachment Parenting, a style of parenting that can set your child up for a lifetime of independence, trust, and healthy relationships. And before you worry if wearing your baby often will lead to spoiling, here’s what the chairman of psychiatry and psycho ..read more

In our Fall 2019 issue, we’re gearing up for a smooth school year, answering some of your biggest parenting challenge questions, helping you master those complicated babywearing wraps, plus sharing great green gear and healthy recipes as always.  You can read our Fall 2019 issue of Green Child above. (Click the box that appears in the window to view full screen.) And be sure to share a free subscription with other natural-minded parents. We often refer to this time of year as the “second new year”. A new school year, extracurricular activities, commitments, and the coming change in seaso ..read more

If you’re a babywearing mama, you have probably heard of Oscha Baby Slings. These baby sling carriers are made with gorgeous, heirloom quality fabrics. And not only are they beautiful, but these one-of-a-kind designs are also ethically and sustainably made. OSCHA BABY SLINGS ARE CARBON NEUTRAL This brand runs a completely carbon neutral business. Their Scottish workshop runs on 100% solar power. Oscha likes to say that this means your baby sling carrier has a little sunshine stitched into the seams. Oscha Slings stopped 1700kg of carbon from entering the atmosphere, just by using solar panels ..read more

Feeling loved and secure is key to childhood development, but did you also know that physical and emotional affection play a part?. THE REAL EFFECTS OF NOT BEING HUGGED AS A CHILD “A hug a day keeps the doctor away!” That’s what my mother would say before I bounced off to school in the morning. With her petite arms outstretched, she’d bring me close, then release to give what she believed was my daily emotional vitamin. I always laughed, believing that it was merely an excuse to get a cuddle as she wasn’t a particularly demonstrative person. However, I had to admit that sick days during my sch ..read more

The joke among my friends for many years was that a depressing day for me was the same as most people’s emotional state on a good day. Then I turned 38, and I won’t go into details, but I reached a point where I couldn’t even talk to my life coach without crying, so she eventually suggested medication. For the first time, I was depressed with a capital “D”. Things turned around eventually, and in 2013 I got married, became pregnant with my first child, and moved to Portland. Which was an excellent change of scenery after years in Los Angeles. As my due date neared, I started to feel the old d ..read more