🎙️ Coorie In and Carry On
Hosted by Laurna & Gemma
In this episode, Laurna and Gemma dig into a topic that comes up often in babywearing conversations: world-facing (forward-facing) carrying positions. We explore the benefits, the safety considerations, and when this option might or might not be suitable for babies and their caregivers.
👶 What does the research and lived experience say about world-facing carrying?
🌍 Is it overstimulating for babies?
💬 What are the signs of sensory overload to watch for?
🧠 How does visual development factor into the choice of carrying position?
Whether you're a curious parent, babywearing enthusiast, or a professional supporting families, this episode will give you food for thought, practical tips, and trusted resources.
🧠 Resources & Links We Mentioned
📽️ Too Much Information – A powerful video illustrating what sensory overwhelm can feel like
▶️ Watch on YouTube
👁️ Baby Sight Development – Learn how a baby's vision develops and how this affects their needs in a carrier
▶️ Watch on YouTube
📚 Children’s Books for Exploring Cultures of Carrying:
📖 Baby Goes to Market by Atinuke
Find it on Amazon UK
📖 Ride on a Mother's Back: A Day of Baby Carrying Around the World by Emery & Durga Bernhard
Find it on Amazon UK
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