Carry with Confidence: Babywearing Basics for New and Expectant Parents

Carry with Confidence: Babywearing Basics for New and Expectant Parents

Are you expecting a baby in the next 3 months?

Or do you have a little one under 12 weeks and want to carry them hands-free?

Maybe your baby only settles when held, and you’re feeling ‘nap trapped’?

If any of this sounds familiar — this workshop is for YOU!

Join us for a relaxed and supportive 1-hour group workshop designed to help you start your babywearing journey with confidence.

We’ll cover essential topics such as safe carrying techniques, feeding in slings, comfort v's safety as well as giving space to exploring different styles of newborn-friendly carriers, including:

• Stretchy Wraps — Perfect for those early days, these long, soft wraps can be pre-tied around your body, making it easy to pop baby in and out as needed. Stretchy wraps are known to soothe fussy babies, promote bonding, and even support parents’ mental well-being.

• Soft Buckle Carriers — A quick, click-and-go style that offers ease and comfort, perfect for parents looking for something simple and supportive.

• Stretchy Hybrid Carriers (like the Close Caboo) — Combining the cosiness of a stretchy wrap with the convenience of a pre-structured carrier — an ideal in-between option.

You’ll get hands-on practice with weighted demo dolls and learn tips and tricks to troubleshoot common issues — all with guidance from our experienced and qualified babywearing consultant, Kim. There will be plenty of time for questions throughout too!

What’s included:

• Use of our slings and baby-carriers during the session

• A 10% off voucher (minimum spend applies) to use in-store as a thank you for attending

• Tea and coffee provided

• Small children and babies are welcome (let us know their ages so we can provide age-appropriate toys)

• A physical handout covering topics discussed during the session to take away
• After session one to one support online with our in-house professional baby-wearing consultant

If you already own a baby-carrier or stretchy wrap, feel free to bring it along to practice with!

Cost: £12 per adult

Kim, our fully qualified and insured babywearing consultant, has over 10 years of experience supporting hundreds of families to carry their babies comfortably and safely. She also runs Bronwyn’s Baby including our in-house dedicated sling library.

Our sling library allows you to borrow a carrier for just £5 per week, or if you have a baby under 8 weeks old, you can access a FREE month’s hire of a stretchy wrap or Close Caboo (subject to availability).

If you feel a one-to-one consultation would suit you better than a group environment, get in touch — we’re happy to arrange that for you during store opening hours.

Group size: Minimum 4 adults, maximum 8 adults

Ready to start your babywearing journey? Click 'Schedule My Time' to book your spot!

2025 bookable dates:

Friday 16th May

Friday 5th September

If our workshops are currently full please click here to be added to a waiting list. We will let you know when our new times are released. Alternatively please feel free to book a one-to-one at a time to suit you. 

All our groups are held in our upstairs Snug area. Please park buggies downstairs and carry or support your child on the stairs. No.8 High Street is a 600+ year old Grade 1 listed building. The stairs are a little quirky and uneven. Please take care whilst climbing them.