Babywearing Glossary

Asian-style baby carriers, or mei tai slings, are one option if you're looking for a soft, unstructured baby carrier.

Babywearing isn't just about carrying your baby in a sling or soft carrier. Babywearing has plenty of benefits beyond the hands-free aspect.

The cradle hold is one of the most common babywearing carries for newborns and young infants. Learn what the cradle hold looks like and what babywearing situations might call for the cradle hold.

The hip carry is a popular babywearing hold for older babies and toddlers. Learn what the hip carry or hip straddle looks like and what babywearing situations might call for the hip carry.

For babies who can hold their heads up adequately, the kangaroo carry can be a comfortable babywearing option.

Having trouble with baby carriers that require you to bear baby's weight on your shoulders? Check out the podegi!

You may hear babywearers discuss the poppability of a sling or baby carrier. What is poppability and why do you want to know how poppable your baby carrier is?

Pouch baby carriers allow you to wear baby just like you could with a sling, but the carrier style is a even more simple.

Baby slings have rails that can be padded or unpadded.

Many baby slings and carriers have tails, which can be open or closed.

The tummy to tummy hold is a great babywearing carry for infants and toddlers alike. Also called the snuggle hold, the tummy to tummy hold offers versatility and comfort for parent and baby.

A baby wrap carrier does exactly what it sounds like - it wraps itself around you and your baby. Wraps look complicated, but their devotees say they're really not.

Confused about the different kinds of slings and terms used to discuss babywearing? This glossary will help novices understand the terminology used on babywearing sites.