Ollie Golightly Blog » Safety http://blog.olliegolightly.com creative musings & news from the Ollie Golightly textile studio Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:22:06 +0000 en hourly 1 Yahoo for the Baby Carrier Industry Alliance! http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/07/yahoo-for-the-baby-carrier-industry-alliance/ http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/07/yahoo-for-the-baby-carrier-industry-alliance/#comments Fri, 30 Jul 2010 01:22:06 +0000 gen http://blog.olliegolightly.com/?p=173 You may have noticed that a lot of the recent posts on this blog relate to babywearing safety.  It has been a hot topic as of late, particularly south of the border. Recently a wonderful group of men and women form Canada and the US and from all areas of the babywearing industry formed an industry alliance (BCIA) to spearhead the implementation of voluntary manufacturing standards that will hopefully form the basis for the soon-to-come CPSC mandatory standards. This effort is the best hope we have of keeping the industry accessible. I encourage anyone who is passionate about babywearing to read about the great work being done by this organization, and to consider supporting the group through membership.

]]> http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/07/yahoo-for-the-baby-carrier-industry-alliance/feed/ 23 Ollie Golightly slings on Yummy Mummy Video http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/07/ollie-golightly-slings-on-yummy-mummy-video/ http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/07/ollie-golightly-slings-on-yummy-mummy-video/#comments Mon, 26 Jul 2010 02:24:54 +0000 gen http://blog.olliegolightly.com/?p=164 Natasha Chiam from NaturalUrbanMamas.com recently did a fantastic spot on babywearing safety for Erika Ehm’s Yummy Mummy Club. It’s so important to keep babywearing-positive messages in the media. Thanks so much to Natasha for including our slings!

via http://www.yummymummyclub.ca/baby_carriers.

]]> http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/07/ollie-golightly-slings-on-yummy-mummy-video/feed/ 73 Safe Babywearing for Newborns :: CPSC & Canada Health Warning http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/03/safe-babywearing-for-newborns-cpsc-canada-health-warning/ http://blog.olliegolightly.com/2010/03/safe-babywearing-for-newborns-cpsc-canada-health-warning/#comments Wed, 31 Mar 2010 01:17:18 +0000 gen http://blog.olliegolightly.com/?p=82 As you’ve probably heard, the CPSC and Health Canada have recently issued warnings about possible dangers of soft baby slings. According to CPSC, baby slings can cause injury or death by pressing against the baby’s nose and mouth, or by allowing the baby to lay in a curled “C”position that could compromise their airway.

This is an extremely important topic, and we are glad that so much attention is being focused on it.  If properly done, babywearing is a very rewarding and beneficial practice for babies and caregivers alike. The two positions highlighted below are those recommended for children under four months.

Tummy to Tummy (MOST SAFE)

Here’s why ::

  1. Baby is positioned vertically, and high on caregiver’s chest (baby’s bum is around bellybutton height relative to caregiver’s body)
  2. Baby’s face is completely visible (no fabric near mouth or nose; enables caregiver to closely monitor baby)
  3. Baby’s chin is not collapsed against baby’s chest (caregiver can fit two finger widths beneath baby’s chin)
  4. Baby’s feet are beside baby’s body (like a frog). Avoid positioning feet beneath baby as blood circulation can be a issue.

Watch this video for detailed instructions on how to achieve the Tummy to Tummy position.

Reverse Cradle (SAFE)

Here’s why ::

  1. Best for nursing.  For sleeping, baby is more safe in the Tummy to Tummy carry.
  2. Baby is positioned horizontally, and high on caregiver’s chest (baby’s bum is around bellybutton height relative to caregiver’s body)
  3. Baby’s head, shoulders and hips are aligned.
  4. Baby’s face is completely visible (no fabric near mouth or nose; enables caregiver to closely monitor baby)
  5. Fabric does not enclose baby’s head. It gently cups the back and top of the head, but does not force baby’s chin towards baby’s chest (caregiver can fit two finger widths beneath baby’s chin). With young infants in particular, caregivers should always keep a protective hand near baby’s head!
  6. Baby can also be positioned with head towards rings, but be very mindful of chin position.

Watch this video for detailed instructions on how to achieve the cradle position.

Here are a few quick safety guidelines for any carrying position:

  1. Close enough to kiss :: that’s how near baby should be in order for you to properly monitor breathing.
  2. Mimic in-arms position :: your sling should support baby in the same way that your arms would.
  3. Two fingers-widths between Chin and Chest :: Baby’s chin should never rest on his/her chest.
  4. Face Visible :: Baby’s nose and mouth should be completely visible and away from any fabric.

Be safe, be loving and enjoy!

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