Everyday, we hear stories from our fans about the longevity and durability of our carrier. “I’ve used the Ergobaby baby carrier for over six years and through three kids!” is a common refrain we hear! We’d love to invite you to join our private community to get your input for new mamas and to hear your stories and post them on our social media for #ThrowbackThursday. While our carriers are built to last and constructed for durability, here are a few tips to extend the life of your carrier.
Teething Pads
Most babies, once they start teething, suck on the straps of the carrier. It’s right there, ready for tiny mouths, who can blame them? The PH of their saliva even changes as teething begins. Did you know that you can get teething pads for the straps, and there’s even a special teething pad and bib for the 360 baby carrier? That way, all you have to do is pop the teething pads in the wash after baby has a major suck session!
Wash in Gentle & Air Dry
We recommend buckling all of the carrier buckles and washing the carrier with mild detergent on the gentle cycle. Do you cloth diaper? If so, we’d recommend using the same washing guidelines and detergent. Once it’s out of the washer, be sure to hang it to dry rather than putting it in the dryer. If you are lucky enough to live in a warm year-round climate, you can hang it outside, but usually should dry quickly in a warm room.
Don’t Leave in the Car
Yes, we know it’s handy to keep your baby carrier in the car, but sometimes the extreme temperatures of the car can be hard on a baby carrier (did you know that car seats have expiration dates? That’s why!). Try hanging your baby carrier(s) on a hook near the door. Then you’re ready for anything, whether it’s doing the dishes inside or running an errand to the grocery store, with baby along for the ride!
Christina is a mama, conservationist, DIY’er, vintage fanatic, dog lover and the Ergobaby director of community.
She is passionate about babies, babywearing, birth, yoga, natural living, and healthy eats. When not online reading and writing about all of the above, she can be found spending time with her daughter, creating their family story in Los Angeles.
