Steve Hryniuk
Health & Wellness
March 04, 2011
Yes, that’s it. The parenting tip we can all celebrate: “Simplify, simplify, simplify,” is sage wisdom from visionary architect, Nader Khalili. A Comforting To-Do List Imagine your list beginning with “Simplify, simplify, simplify.” Repeating these words consistently brings order to any list of things to do. No matter what crowds the brain demanding a brilliant solution by noon; no matter how many errands are required before the evening traffic rush home, these 3 words always calm and clarify the next simple baby step to take. Healthy Child’s 2011 calendar is chock full of ways to simplify and amplify your family’s wellbeing. Topics include: “Growing Your Own Food” in May, “Potty Training” in July, and how to enjoy a “Green Halloween” and giving “Green Gifts” for the holidays. These are just a few of their weekly Twitter party offerings. Healthy Child is also advocating for
Health & Wellness
December 05, 2010
Do you know that how you care for your newborn baby can affect the development of its spine? When the baby is in the womb, and when they are first born, the spine is in a "C configuration. This is called the primary curve. The secondary curves have not yet been formed and the early days and months of the baby's life are of the utmost importance in the development of these curves.
The First Secondary Curve: Most parents realize that their newborn baby cannot support the weight of its head. At this time the baby's head must be supported. It is important to be careful how you hold the baby, always caring to support the neck and head. The baby's little neck continues to wobble and they strain to hold their heads upright. As the baby gets older, these motions and exercises develop the muscles of the neck and begin to promote the development of the first secondary curve of the spine which is the arch of the neck.
The Second Secondary Curve: This
Ergobaby Community
News
July 19, 2010
MAUI, HI -- July 15, 2010 -- Today marks the launch of the newest design of the popular ERGObaby carrier - the Performance.
The ERGObaby Performance carriers are made for babies, moms and dads that are active and love to be outside in almost any climate. The ERGObaby Performance carriers feature a high-performance polyester exterior, ideal for outdoor activities in all climates; a breathable mesh lining, keeping babies and parents cooler and more comfortable; and a CoolMax panel for extra moisture absorption and protection. This sleek, streamlined design offers a smooth, supportive fit for parents and babies of most sizes, and, as with all ERGObaby Carriers, can be used to carry babies from newborn to toddler on the back, front, and hip positions. Of course, like every other ERGObaby Carrier, ERGObaby's Performance line supports the correct ergonomic position for both babies and parents.
"I am thrilled to bring the Performance to the families of the world," says Karin
Ergobaby Community
News
March 05, 2010
Dear ERGObaby,
I am a prenatal chiropractor in Los Angeles who you sent a Heart to Heart insert and ERGObaby carrier to. I am so very excited about your new insert and so excited to tell you about all of the success I've had in spreading the word about your awesome products!
Regarding the new insert, I cannot say enough good things about it! The spinal support that it provides to newborns/infants is superb, with the focus being on the sacrum, pelvis and even hips where they need it the most. I really appreciate that baby can be snugly supported against the parent so as mom or dad is moving around the baby's neck and spine are comfortably held in place - no flopping like with other carriers, and even so much better than the old insert. Another feature that is so very important for developing infants is that they can be placed into the carrier in their natural "frog legged" posture until their hips are ready to spread on their own. I am frequently applauding new parents for wearing
Ergobaby Community
News
September 17, 2009
The ERGO Baby Carrier, Inc. is pleased to announce that we are now certified by JPMA. Our Certification number is (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.
JPMA developed an extensive, unique Certification Program that has been guiding parents and caregivers for 25 years toward purchasing juvenile products that are built with safety in mind. Parents can look for their seal on product packaging.
To become JPMA certified, a product must be tested by an independent testing facility for compliance with the specific ASTM (American Society for Testing & Materials) standards. If a product passes the tests, JPMA allows the manufacturer to label it with the JPMA Certified Seal.
The ASTM developed and published the standards. JPMA and industry members, consumer groups and staff
Ergobaby Community
News
May 09, 2009
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. If you are in doubt, or have any concerns about any supplier, please contact us here.
12-29-2011 More information: http://store.ergobaby.com/Content/AboutUs_Counterfeits
Ergobaby Community
News
May 08, 2009
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 Community
News
November 28, 2007
ERGObaby Organics have been certified by Control Union Certifications (formerly Skal International) in the Netherlands. Control Union Certifications (CU) is an independent, internationally operating organization that carries out inspections and issues certificates for sustainable production methods.
CU promotes the proper designation of products that have been produced/processed according to sustainable production methods by means of supervising, testing, inspecting, assessing and certifying them.
The declaration states: "This is to certify that the products designated have been obtained in accordance with the rules of production and on inspection of the organic production method and sustainable textile production as set out and monitored by the control body (Control Union Certifications)."
CU is accredited to carry out inspection and certification services according to the:
- EU organic requirements (EEC Regulation 2092/91)
- USA organic
Ergobaby Community
News
May 21, 2007
The ERGObaby, inc is pleased to announce that our carrier fabrics have been tested and certified by the SGS-CSTC Shanghai, China Textile Lab. This performance testing serves to assure product quality, durability, safety and compliance with government regulations, and consumer satisfaction.
The SGS Group has a compliance program, based on its Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct, to ensure that the highest standards of integrity are applied to all its activities worldwide with international best practice.
SGS, originally founded in 1878 in Rouen, France, is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 48,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 1,000 offices and laboratories around the world.
The certification means that our fabric meets all U.S. Federal, State and Local Regulations as well as compliance with the European Standard
Family & Parenting
February 17, 2007
www.empoweringpeople.com and www.positivediscipline.com
Jane Nelsen wishes to change our perception of discipline to a more positive, affirming way of interacting with our children (or students - she does a lot of classroom training too). Rather than punishing a child for doing 'bad', it's the parent's responsibility to realize the deeper reason for the child's 'mis' behavior and communicate with the child as an equal. She also emphasizes fostering a connection between the child, their family and their community, giving younger members a voice to have meaningful input so they feel useful and develop a sense of belonging. This concept picks up where the Continuum Concept leaves off, around age two.
Our story:
Four months ago I took one