At Maya Wrap, we don’t spend much time on seeding baby carrier reviews, product placement, or going viral. We’re just focused on your babies—on their safety, their comfort, and on you—their parents. That's why we test our new products over and over with newborns, toddlers, and preschoolers, until we know from experience that we’ve created something to be proud of. Above all, our team devotes … [Read more...]
Why I Reach For My Maya Wrap
I’ve had the opportunity to try out hundreds of different baby carriers, and I always recommend Maya Wrap to my friends. The ease of use for a ring sling is unparalleled— with a short learning curve and one-handed tightening, it’s the perfect solution for tired new parents. Utter adjustability doesn’t just mean that you can share the same ring sling between caregivers of different sizes—it … [Read more...]
How to Carry a Newborn with Legs Out
Sarah is holding her newborn high on her shoulder and reaching in from the bottom of the ring sling to guide her down. Start with your ring sling on and ready to go— untwisted, facing the right direction, rings at corsage level or slightly higher, and pre-tightened. Give your baby a kiss—is she changed and fed? Let’s get started, then! Pick her up and put her high on your shoulder, as … [Read more...]
How to Prepare Your Ring Sling
When you use a ring sling, the little things you do before putting your baby in can have a BIG impact on your experience! Sarah doesn't need much slack to fit her newborn in her ring sling! Start by examining the ring sling and checking that it’s threaded correctly. To put it on, place one arm through and pull the loop over your head. You can have the fabric resting on either shoulder; most … [Read more...]
Help! How Do I Wash My Ring Sling?
Google “How to wash a baby carrier” and you’ll get all sorts of specific advice. "Spot-clean only!" "Swirl it in vinegar in your tub!" "Use soap nuts!" "Never ever ever put it in a dryer!” Our handwoven cotton ring sling lines are made to be easy to use and easy to care for. First, slip a baby sock over the metal rings to avoid hearing CLINK CLANK CLUNK as they tumble around. Detergents with … [Read more...]
Top 5 Moments of Early Parenthood (Plus One More)
Babies and toddler life gets real, but what about those perfect moments that you only get in the first few years? Here are five early parenthood moments I’m missing hard, now that my boys are growing older. That moment when first they ask for YOU. Speaking it, signing it, giving you that look—it doesn’t matter how the communication is happening, just that it’s so, so sweet when it does. When … [Read more...]
Menstrual Cup Safety – Ask an Expert
Jordan Harrison is a full-spectrum doula, placenta specialist, and Moon Cup distributor. During a recent conversation on menstrual cup safety on the Maya Wrap Facebook page, she stepped up and offered us straight talk on the pros and cons of using cups and and how to stay safe on the go.Hi, Jordan! Thanks for joining us. How did you come to learn about cups?I stumbled upon menstrual cups when I … [Read more...]
4 Steps for a Simpler Second Pregnancy
Let’s be honest: first pregnancy or tenth, each one has its beautiful moments and its challenges. I’ve never been able to nap as much as I did with my first child, but having a toddler around was a great distraction from the less thrilling parts, the second time around. Adjusting to pregnancy fatigue, lifting restrictions, and nausea with a little one around was an experience, though. Making … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Safe Secondhand Swapping
Garage sales and online swap sites are great ways to stretch your dollar when it comes to keeping your kids clothed and entertained, but it's important to keep some basic safety tips in mind. Google the item to make sure it hasn’t been recalled. People often don’t have a clue that their favorite baby gear from 5 years ago has been recalled. They’re so excited to sell it for a good price—never … [Read more...]
Making a Summer Bucket List On a Budget
School’s out, weather’s nice (or oppressively hot, depending on where you’re living), and it’s the time of years when parents are searching for things to do Here are our low-cost must-dos for these sweet sunny days. —Local museums. You know what we’re talking about—most towns have that one tiny local museum. Maybe it’s about farm equipment or local history—whatever it is, embrace it and teach … [Read more...]
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