Formerly referred to a “mei tai” (which is still used by some commercial brands); this spelling and pronunciation, however, is not accurate to the carrier’s history and should be avoided. Meh dai (Cantonese) or bei dai (Mandarin) are rectangles of fabric with straps at the top and bottom. Meh dai means “back carrying strap” where “meh/bei” means “carry on your back,” and “dai” means strap.
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For the month of February we will feature babywearing stories from our BWI Twin Cities members! Read about his or her journey and how BWI Twin Cities has played a role. *Sarah* “When I started babywearing, I wanted nothing to do with woven wraps. I told myself they were too long, too complicated, and too expensive! […]
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For the month of February we will feature babywearing stories from our BWI Twin Cities members! Read about his or her journey and how BWI Twin Cities has played a role. *Sarah* “When I started babywearing, I wanted nothing to do with woven wraps. I told myself they were too long, too complicated, and too expensive! […]
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Air travel can be incredibly stressful for a number of reasons, but adding infants or children into the mix complicates things quickly. Wearing your little one to get through your trip will have many advantages, but there are air travel regulations that you’ll be expected to follow with regard to security screening and safety onboard […]
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For the month of February we are featuring babywearing stories from our BWI Twin Cities members! Read about his or her journey and how BWI Twin Cities has played a role.
*Hello Carly!*
“I think my most cherished babywearing memory was when Vin was cutting his first tooth…
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For the month of February are featuring babywearing stories from our BWI Twin Cities members! Read about his or her journey and how BWI Twin Cities has played a role. *Hello Sarah!* “When I started babywearing, I wanted nothing to do with woven wraps. I told myself they were too long, too complicated, and too expensive! […]
Continue reading Member Spotlight-Hello Sarah!Every month we feature a carry or carrier to highlight at our monthly meetings and online (“BWITCCOTM” stands for Babywearing International of the Twin Cities Carry or Carrier of the Month). ********** Want to add some flair to your wrapping game? Maybe dress it up a little? We’ve got a few fancy finishes for you […]
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You’ve decided you want to wear your baby or older child. Fantastic! Now you get to choose what type of carrier you’d like to use. There are so many options and a lot of products on the market. Ultimately, you’ll consider many factors – one of which may be how much “bang for your buck” […]
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Yes, you really do need to use that infant insert…. Soft structured carriers (SSCs) are a popular choice for new babywearers. Many people find them less intimidating than wraps or ring slings, and some people really like the convenience: adjust the buckles once for a proper fit, and you will likely not need to do […]
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Wearing a newborn is a pretty sweet experience. It’s so easy to forget just how small babies are when they are newborns. When creating your seat, you can froggy baby’s legs in if the baby prefers, but it’s OK to do legs out if baby doesn’t mind. The two most important things to keep in […]
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