Join experience babywearing consultants Laurna and Gemma every two weeks as they dive into the world of carrying. From the latest research to real-life experiences, they’ll explore a wide range of topics, including sling safety, newborn carrying, toddler wearing, special circumstances, and the emotional impact of babywearing. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or professional, Coorie In and Carry On is your go-to podcast for expert advice, practical tips, and engaging discussions—all wrapped up in a warm and supportive space.
Tune in and carry on the conversation with us! 🎙️👶💛
In this episode, Laurna and Gemma explore the growing use of AI-generated images and text within the babywearing world — from social media content to education, marketing, and beyond.
As babywearing is rooted in real bodies, real babies, and lived experience, we take a closer look at what happens when technology starts to shape how information and imagery are created and shared.
In this episode we discuss:
🤖 What AI-generated images and text actually are (and how they’re showing up in babywearing spaces)
📸 The risks of unrealistic or inaccurate visuals — especially around positioning and safety
📝 AI-written advice: where it can be helpful and where it can fall short
⚖️ Ethical considerations — transparency, consent, and trust within our community
🌍 Accessibility and inclusion — could AI widen access, or create more barriers?
We also reflect on the importance of centering real-life experience, qualified support, and evidence-based guidance in a space where safety matters.
💭 Key takeaways:
• Not everything you see online reflects safe or accurate babywearing practice
• Real bodies and real fit checks matter — especially for safety-critical guidance
• Transparency around AI use helps build trust
• AI can be a tool, but it shouldn’t replace lived experience and professional support
💛 A gentle reminder:
If you’re ever unsure about a carry or fit, seek support from a trained babywearing consultant or local sling library.
👉 Find out more about us or access support:
Coorie In With Love (https://www.coorieinwithlove.co.uk)
23 Jan 2026
Carrying Siblings
In this episode, Laurna and Gemma chat all about carrying siblings — whether that’s a newborn and a toddler, twins, or finding ways to meet the needs of more than one child at a time.
We talk honestly about the realities of sibling dynamics, parental capacity, and how babywearing can be a supportive tool rather than another pressure.
In this episode we cover:
👶 Carrying a newborn while caring for an older child
👶👶 Options for tandem carrying and when it might (or might not) work
🎒 Different carrier styles for different stages and bodies
💛 Using babywearing to support connection, regulation, and transitions
😮💨 Managing tired bodies, big feelings, and day-to-day logistics
We also explore the emotional side of carrying siblings — guilt, balance, and the reassurance that you don’t have to do everything perfectly to be doing enough.
✨ Gentle reminders:
• You don’t have to carry both children at once to “count”
• Switching carriers, sides, or days is allowed
• Sometimes the most supportive option is putting everyone down and resting
Whether you’re expecting another baby or already deep in sibling life, this episode offers reassurance, ideas, and permission to find what works for your family.
👉 Find out more about us or book babywearing support at:
Coorie In With Love (https://www.coorieinwithlove.co.uk/)
19 Dec 2025
Christmas Special: Coorie, Carry & Celebrate
Hosts Laurna and Gemma discuss babywearing strategies during the Christmas season, including managing overstimulation and prioritizing comfort, to promote a calmer and more connected holiday experience.
5 Dec 2025
Babywearing with an OT — Conversation with Jordan from The Babywearing OT
Hosts Laurna and Gemma interview Jordan from The Babywearing OT, who shares her expertise on approaching babywearing through occupational therapy, adjusting carriers for individual needs, and supporting emotional regulation for parents.
21 Nov 2025
Looking Back at Season One
Hosts Laurna and Gemma reflect on the first season of their podcast, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and key insights about babywearing, breastfeeding support, and calm family life coaching.
3 Oct 2025
Babywearing in Cold Weather
Hosts Laurna and Gemma discuss dressing babies safely, layering strategies, and babywearing coats to help parents carry their little ones comfortably and safely in cold weather.
12 Sept 2025
Plus Size Babywearing with Samantha from Tully Slings
Host Laurna and Gemma interview Samantha, founder of Tully Slings, discussing inclusive plus-size babywearing tips and empowering caregivers for confident carrying.
29 Aug 2025
Carrying Newborns
Host Sarah Smith interviews babywearing expert Emily Jones about the benefits, safety, and confidence-building aspects of carrying newborns.
20 Jun 2025
Unpacking Unsafe Advertising in Babywearing
Hosts Laurna and Gemma examine unsafe advertising practices within the babywearing industry, highlighting misleading claims and imagery that undermine caregiver confidence, in this interview episode.
6 Jun 2025
Episode 8: Laurna’s Wonderful Wovens
Laurna discusses her new course, Wonderful Wovens, and explains how it empowers people to confidently use woven wraps, highlighting their versatility in this interview.
16 May 2025
Carrying Your Child in Hot Weather
Welcome back to another episode of Coorie In and Carry On with Laurna and Gemma!
Today, we’re diving into how to keep cool while carrying your child during hot weather. Whether you're off on holiday, heading to the park, or just dealing with a Scottish heatwave (yes, it happens!), we’ve got all the tips, tricks, and carrier suggestions to help you and your little one stay comfortable.
We chat about:
Choosing lighter, breathable carriers
Dressing for the weather (for you and baby)
The best fabrics and carrier designs for summer
Top carrier recommendations designed for hot weather 🌞
Carrier brands we mention (and love!) in this episode:
Melliapis (https://melliapis.com/)
Minimonkey (https://www.minimonkey.com/)
KahuBaby Sunshine (https://www.kahubaby.com/)
Integra Solar (https://www.integrababy.co.uk/)
Beco 8 / Gemini (https://becobabycarrier.com/)
Izmi (https://izmibaby.co.uk/)
Tula Mesh (https://babytula.co.uk/)
Ergobaby Mesh (https://ergobaby.co.uk/)
Love and Carry (https://loveandcarry.com/)
Hana Baby Wraps (https://www.hanababy.co.uk/)
Joy and Joe (https://joyandjoebaby.co.uk/)
Izmi Bamboo Wraps (https://izmibaby.co.uk/products/izmi-baby-wrap?srsltid=AfmBOooUV5Enj7jesaf7Q4mb1v0sg4dbfyidBNixbFRbiN1anWRwi1fg)
✨ Show Sponsor: Carifit
We’re thrilled to be sponsored by Carifit (https://www.carifit.co.uk/)!
Use the code COORIECARI for 20% off Carifit memberships – perfect for getting your postnatal fitness fix with your baby in the carrier.
🎒 Want to try before you buy?
Book in with us for a one-to-one consultation or hire a carrier to find your perfect hot-weather option.
👉 Click here to book a consultation (https://www.coorieinwithlove.co.uk/book-online-1)
👉 Click here to hire (https://coorieinwithlove.lend-engine.com/?redirectedFromHTTP)
Thank you for coorie-ing in with us!
Don’t forget to subscribe, leave us a review, and share this episode with any parents you know gearing up for summer adventures with their little ones. ☀️💛
#babywearing #babywearinginheat #coorieinandcarryon #babycarriers #hotweatherbabywearing #parentingtips
2 May 2025
Coorie in with Jenny South of Hanababy - "People over Profit"
Join Laurna and Gemma for a cosy and insightful episode of Coorie In and Carry On as we welcome special guest Jenny South, founder of the beloved UK-based brand Hanababy (https://www.hanababy.co.uk/). Jenny shares the story behind Hanababy, how her passion for babywearing and sustainable parenting led to creating their signature stretchy wraps, and what inspires her work today.
We chat about:
The origins and ethos behind Hanababy
What makes a stretchy wrap so special
Supporting new parents through carrier design
Jenny’s thoughts on babywearing in the early days
Whether you're new to slings or a seasoned carrying advocate, this episode is packed with warmth, wisdom, and practical insights.
👶 Try Before You Buy
Curious about babywearing but not sure where to start? Hire a carrier to try from Laurna’s library:
👉 https://www.coorieinwithlove.co.uk/slings (https://www.coorieinwithlove.co.uk/slings)
💪 This episode is sponsored by Carifit
Looking to move your body while bonding with your baby? Carifit offers babywearing workouts you can do at home.
Enjoy 20% off with code COORIECARI at checkout!
🧡 Thanks for listening!
If you loved this episode, please share, subscribe, and leave us a review. Your support helps us keep the coorie conversations going.
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18 Apr 2025
Facing the World – Babywearing & World-Facing Carriers
🎙️ 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 (https://youtu.be/aPknwW8mPAM?si=j75Y1B3rIZIp58Fy)
👁️ Baby Sight Development – Learn how a baby's vision develops and how this affects their needs in a carrier
▶️ Watch on YouTube (https://youtu.be/AmeGYKV-L5s?si=irAbELIqDi-jgLQh)
📚 Children’s Books for Exploring Cultures of Carrying:
📖 Baby Goes to Market by Atinuke
Find it on Amazon UK (https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1406365165?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_76)
📖 Ride on a Mother's Back: A Day of Baby Carrying Around the World by Emery & Durga Bernhard
Find it on Amazon UK (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ride-Mothers-Back-Carrying-Around/dp/0152008705?asc_source=01H1P39M5ZSG9J6WR6B1HBK9M0&tag=snxgb35-21)
🤝 This Episode is Sponsored by Carifit
Carifit offers babywearing workouts and postnatal support designed to help you feel strong, connected, and confident in your body and parenting journey.
Explore their expert-led classes and on-demand support here:
👉 Visit Carifit (https://carifit.co.uk)
🎁 Exclusive for Our Listeners – Get 20% off your Carifit membership with the code COORIECARI
📢 We’d love to hear from you!
Have you tried world-facing carrying with your baby? What was your experience like? Tag us on social media or send us a message — your stories help shape future episodes.
💬 Connect with us, subscribe, and don’t forget to leave a review if you’re enjoying the podcast!
#CoorieInAndCarryOn #BabywearingPodcast #WorldFacingCarriers #SensoryOverload #GentleParenting #BabywearingSafety #Carifit
21 Mar 2025
Behind the Seams with BabyBjörn – A Chat with Annika Sander Löfmark
In this episode of Coorie In and Carry On, Laurna and Gemma are joined by Annika Sander Löfmark from BabyBjörn, the iconic Swedish brand known for its longstanding role in the babywearing world. 🌍👶
✨ What We Discuss:
✅ The history of BabyBjörn – from its founding in 1961 to becoming a globally recognised name.
✅ BabyBjörn’s core values and babywearing philosophy, including their focus on safety, simplicity, and style.
✅ What makes BabyBjörn carriers different – from their ergonomic design to their commitment to user-friendly functionality.
✅ Annika’s personal insights into the brand’s approach to innovation, research, and sustainability.
✅ Annika’s book on babywearing (written in Swedish), sharing her knowledge and passion for carrying.
🛒 Links & Resources:
👉 BabyBjörn Website (https://www.babybjorn.com) – Explore their range of carriers and learn more about their values.
👉 BabyBjörn Carrier Collection – Discover their different models, including the Baby Carrier Harmony, Mini, and One.
👉 Annika’s Book (in Swedish) – Barnets bästa: En kärleksförklaring till bärandet (translation: For the Child’s Best: A Love Declaration to Babywearing).
💬 Get in Touch:
We love hearing from you! Let us know what you thought of this episode or share your own experiences with BabyBjörn carriers.
📩 Email us at: babywearingpodcast@hotmail.com
📲 Follow us on Instagram: @coorieinandcarryonpodcast
Thanks for listening – and as always, coorie in and carry on! 🧡
7 Mar 2025
Babywearing 101: Exploring Carrier Options
👋 Welcome back to Coorie In and Carry On, the babywearing podcast with Laurna and Gemma!
This week, we’re diving into the many different ways you can carry your little one, from soft and snuggly wraps to quick-and-easy buckle carriers.
🔹 Stretchy Wraps – Perfect for newborns and those early snuggles.
🔹 Buckle Carriers – Quick, supportive, and great for on-the-go parents.
🔹 Woven Wraps – Versatile and long-lasting with endless tying options.
🔹 Ring Slings – Lightweight, adjustable, and ideal for quick ups and downs.
🔹 Hybrid Carriers – A mix of wrap comfort with buckle convenience.
🔹 Asian-Style Carriers (Meh Dais, Onbuhimos, Podaegis) – Traditional designs with modern twists.
💭 Not sure which carrier is right for you? We break down the pros and cons of each, plus tips on how to choose one that fits your family’s needs!
📢 Join the Conversation!
Got a favourite carrier? Want us to cover a specific topic? Let us know on Instagram @coorieinandcarryonpodcast or email us at babywearingpodcast@hotmail.com.
🎧 Thanks for listening—don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review!
Resources & Links
We’ve teamed up with CariFit bring you 20% off your own carrier! Use code COORIECARI at checkout.
🔗 Find a Local Babywearing Consultant (https://www.carryingmatters.co.uk/sling-pages/)
🔗Wonderful Wovens Course with Laurna (https://www.coorieinwithlove.co.uk/wonderfulwovens)
21 Feb 2025
Babywearing & Movement with Vern Hill from Carifit
Welcome back to Coorie In and Carry On! This week, Laurna and Gemma are joined by a special guest—Vern Hill, the founder of Carifit, a babywearing fitness brand that combines movement, connection, and expert-designed workouts for parents.
👶✨ In This Episode, We Discuss:
The story behind Carifit and what makes their baby carrier and app so unique.
Postpartum movement & exercise—how to ease back into fitness while respecting your body's recovery.
The importance of safe babywearing when exercising, including fit checks and carrier suitability.
How movement benefits both parent and baby, from bonding to mental well-being.
🛍️ Exclusive Discount for Our Listeners!
Get 20% off a Carifit Carrier with the code COORIECARI at checkout.
👉 Shop here (https://www.getcarifit.com/?source=aw&awc=80451_1740065169_cabcf208f046ac6998a20e3c5fe134a5)
🔗 Resources & Links:
Carifit Website (https://www.carifit.co.uk)
Carifit App (https://www.getcarifit.com/pages/carifit-digital-experience)
Follow Vern & Carifit on Instagram: @carifit (https://www.instagram.com/carifit)
More on safe babywearing: @coorieinandcarryonpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/coorieinandcarryonpodcast/)
💬 Have thoughts on this episode? Join the conversation in our online community!
🎧 Listen now on Spotify/Apple Podcasts/Amazon Music/Castbox/Goodpods/Overcast/Pocket Casts.
#babywearing #postpartumfitness #Carifit #babywearingworkout #newparentlife
7 Feb 2025
Understanding Sling Libraries and Consultancies
Coorie & Carry Podcast – Episode 1: Sling Libraries & Consultancies
Hosts: Laurna & Gemma
Episode Title: Understanding Sling Libraries & Babywearing Consultancies
Episode Summary
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of sling libraries and babywearing consultancies! Whether you're new to babywearing or looking to expand your knowledge, we’ll be breaking down:
What a sling library is and how it works
The difference between a sling library and a babywearing consultancy
How to find support near you
Tips for choosing the right carrier for your needs
Resources Mentioned:
Find a Sling Library or Consultant: www.slingpages.co.uk (http://www.slingpages.co.uk/)
Carifit – Our Sponsor: Carifit – Use code COORIECARI for a discount on a Carifit carrier! www.getcarifit.co.uk (http://www.getcarifit.co.uk/)
Connect with Us:
Follow us on Instagram @coorieinandcarryonpodcast
Got questions? Drop us a comment
Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share with your babywearing friends!
6 Feb 2025
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