Mothering Tao

Mother and Child in Harmony

Discontinued BECO Butterfly prints July 26, 2009

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These are prints that are sold out from the manufacturer, which means when they are sold out, they will no longer be listed. I happen to LOVE Allison because I think it’s elegant, gender neutral and incredibly gorgeous.

Beco Butterfly II Allison

Beco Butterfly II Allison

Beco Butterfly II Anna

Beco Butterfly II Anna

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Olives and Applesauce carriers coming soon! July 7, 2009

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I’m so pleased to be able to add a new line of soft structured carriers. In the fall, we will be stocking exclusive O&A (Olives and Applesauce) prints in very limited quantities.

O&A is a very coveted brand of carriers designed by a WAHM — Caren — who devised an ergonomic buckle carrier with bright designer prints to bring flair into the babywearing world. You can use the carrier from newborn into toddler years. My tall 3 yo still rides comfortably in 16″ body.

I am working on choosing a few strap colors that we will stock at the store. Next step, finding designer prints. FUN!

Best of all, prices will begin at $139!

Caren

Here are some prints I’m considering (please feel free to comment on alternative strap colors and whether or not you dig the color combo) :-) :

Kaleidoscope on Black canvas

Kaleidoscope on Black canvas

Sunshine on Espresso twill

Sunshine on Black Twill

Echino Menagerie on Espresso Twill

Echino Menagerie on Espresso Twill

 

New AngelPacks! May 9, 2009

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Angel Pack exclusives at our store! Check them out! Limited quantities and, right now, Teal Damask print is on sale!!! Only a few left!

RetroBlossom_swatchRetro Blossom on Black twill straps

Spa_swatch Spa on Espresso twill straps

TealDamaskTeal Damask (Echino) on Espresso twill straps

 

Spring and grand re-opening! March 21, 2009

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In celebration of Spring, we are re-stocking our store with quality, proven brands of baby carriers. Beco Butterfly II Spring collection is here as well as the new brushed canvas Pikkolo’s available with optional structured waist belt.

Personally, my favorite print of this season is “Grace.” It’s the name of my mother, who filled my childhood with vivid memories of babywearing. It’s also a vibrant yet classy rendition of florals set on dark brown background. Simply gorgeous and matches with any wardrobe!

Beco Butterfly II "Grace" NEW!

Beco Butterfly II "Grace" NEW!

The new hood on the Butterfly II’s is soft and contoured. It’s a much improved design to accommodate the sleeping baby. It’s detachable and come with every carrier purchase. When not in use, the hood can be tucked neatly folded in a discreet pocket built-in to the waist belt.

ButterflyII detail

ButterflyII detail

Now, I’m excited about the new Pikkolo’s because it’s now made with the popular brushed canvas, giving it an immediate soft and luscious feel to the carrier without having to break it in. The much sought-after print, Orbit, is available but limited quantities.

Orbit Pikkolo

Orbit Pikkolo

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First glimpse of the “Lotus” June 28, 2008

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I have been a nervous wreck anticipating the arrival of my carriers at the TBW conference in Chicago. It arrived this morning and it has been passed around conference halls. Thankfully, I have received positive and practical feedback which will be implemented into actual production of these carriers. The soft structured waist will remain built-in to the inside of the carrier, which is a hit. The baby’s legs will not stick out the bottom as is common with the traditional chunei. Minor changes will be made to eliminate the chafing around smaller babies’ legs and a more forgiving waist to accommodate various body shapes.

Naomi from Sobebabies snapped a photo of the carrier hanging at the top of my corner booth. :-) It’s one of my favorite prints: Daisy Dreams. Paired with Nutmeg straps, I think the blossoms really pop. sorry about the blurry pic.

 

Why I still wear my toddler October 19, 2007

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My son looks and feels like a 3 year-old at 22 months!

Daddy and Tao

Lots of people, including my own husband question why I still put him in a carrier (a pouch, a sling, or a backpack). Simple: because he’s less fussy and the terrible two meltdowns are minimized when he’s worn.

(pictured: Vic with Tao in a Midnight Blossom Beco)

I can’t be sure how long I’ll be doing this, especially the stares I get in a parking lot when I’m scooting him onto my back. But this is for sure: as long as I can!

Now, I’d just have to get some snap shots of me doing so before he’s completely out of the babywearing age!