Links

Earthslings are also available at Little Shop Of Love - A WAHM Co-Operative http://littleshopoflove.yolasite.com/

BABYWEARING INSTRUCTIONAL YOUTUBE CLIPS

Pouch Cradle Carry 1 (suitable for baby up to 6 month old) This video uses a 5 month old to demonstrate getting A baby into and out of cradle carry

Pouch Cradle Carry 2 (for up to 6 month old) Another video using a 5 month old to demonstrate getting A baby into a cradle carry.

Pouch Hip Carry 1 (using 14 month old) This video demonstrates getting a walking baby into the hip carry as well as back carry and getting a toddler out.

This video demonstrates hip carry with a young baby who can sit unassisted This video shows how you can tuck the legs in of a younger baby in this carry.

Kangaroo Carry 1 (suitable for babies 3-6 months old, with good head control, but not yet sitting) Demonstrates getting 5 month old into and out of the Kangaroo Carry (sometimes called Buddha carry).

Kangaroo Carry 2 (suitable for babies 3-6 months old, with good head control, but not yet sitting) Another demonstration of getting a 5 month old into the Kangaroo Carry.

Pouch tummy to Tummy Demonstration using a 2 months old.

Pouch nursing Demonstrates how to breastfeed a 10 month old baby in a pouch sling.

HOMEMADE BABY WIPE SOLUTIONS

Plain water will take care of most jobs.

To soothe a rash Camomile Tea can be used - just make up the same as a stong cuppa. Cold pressed Virgin Coconut oil can soothe and protect a rashy bottom.

A single drop of Lavender, Lemon or Tea Treee Essential Oil can be added to a container of water, or

To make your solution more moisurising add a few drops of cold pressed Almond Oil.

1/4-1/2 a cup of vinager into the rinse cycle will ensure your cloths are very soft and absorbent.

More Homemade Baby Wipes Recipes and tips can be found here:

Homemade Baby Wipes Natural Birth and Baby Care.

BOOKS

Mother Me - Mother Me is your guide book on how to adjust to your new role as a mum and face the challenges without losing the old you. It helps you focus on your wellbeing after the birth of your baby and addressed the need for balance in your life. It's a sanctuary for the spirit and a practical retreat from the demands of your amazing new journey. Written by pre- and post-natal yoga teacher, massage therapist and mother-of-three, Katie Brown.

WEBSITES

Enchanted Life – Eco Fairtrade Health For Body Mind Home Soul. Run by a WAHM - Lovely gifts and products for everybody.

Sydney Attachment Parenting – A support group for attached families.

Kelly Mom – Parenting & Breastfeeding