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How are you? No really. Like “how ARE you?” It’s quick to throw on that strained smile and quickly respond, “Fine, thanks, how are you?” While you’re really thinking, “Do you really want to know? I’m not even sure where to start.” But it's okay, we get it. We will wait for the real answer. We will ask again, "How are you really doing?" We will hold space for you when the answer is sad or mad or depressed. We know it's not just the fourth trimester that can be crushing. We will listen. As a babywearing community, we know what it is to sometimes need to wear your baby so you can be caring for that baby with snuggles...

#ProjectZeroWaste is a philosophy and an action plan. Bijou creates fabric, and how we maximize that fabric and our shipping supplies has an impact on the world. To celebrate Earth Day please enjoy this blog post about our efforts to reduce our impact on the planet.

Early February, we started a challenge, a laid back challenge. We’re talking about using one size of woven wrap and wrapping in four different ways. Got a base length wrap that has been sitting uninspired? Challenge yourself! Got a base minus 3 giving you the side eye from the shelf? Grab it! Got a travelling wrap visiting that needs some breaking in? Break it in! No matter the brand, the type, the price tag, we want to see you. Tag us @BijouBabywearing and use the hashtag #4Carries1Size on social media! If you would like help brainstorming ways to carry, check out Wearing Wiki online or ask in the Facebook group Bijou Buzz where we will be playing along as well....

Ring slings and shorter wraps in pre-tied carries can be quick, comfortable options for both those hot summer days AND those cold coat-wearing days. You can get the carrier all ready to go before even leaving your home! RING SLINGS For a carrier that is easily adjustable among wearers and made for newborns and toddlers, ring slings check the boxes. Bijou Wear offers a variety of ring slings in different fabric blends and lengths. To find out more about which length is best for you, click here. The learning curve can seem daunting at first, but once you get the hang of it, you can do it in your sleep (many of us are half asleep most of the week...