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How To: Injury Lawsuits

by on July 20, 2020 with No Comments

It has come to recent attention that a legal firm may be looking for a connection between baby carriers and hip dysplasia in order to build a class action lawsuit. While this seems like a farfetched claim, and there is no known medical link between carrier use and hip dysplasia, there is no way of knowing what the outcome would be of an attempted lawsuit. The BCIA has put together this short informational guide so companies can be prepared ahead … Read More

2020 Industry Survey

by on July 9, 2020 with No Comments

The BCIA is collecting current state of the industry information via 2 surveys right now. Both surveys are anonymous and the data will be compiled into a report that will be made available to you for your information and business needs. The first is a very short COVID-19 Business Impact Survey that should only take 2-3 minutes to complete. The second survey is the 2020 BCIA Industry Survey which is an overarching state of the market survey. It should take … Read More

COVID-19: Masks and PPE Manufacturers

by on April 22, 2020 with No Comments

Government and health officials around the world are now strongly suggesting that the general public wear masks when out and about. With so many talented designers, seamstresses, manufacturers and distributors in our industry, quite a few have turned their talents to producing masks and other PPE (caps, straps etc). Many of our industry members have, and continue to generously donate masks to essential/health care workers. The companies listed below also have stock available to the general public. *if you would … Read More

COVID19: Small Business Support

by on April 15, 2020 with No Comments

Many countries, at federal, provincial/state or local levels are rolling out support measures to help small businesses manage through the COVID-19 shut down. Most small businesses are saying that these measures are sufficient, or they exclude small business owners. If you are looking for assistance, this list, while not comprehensive, might be a starting point. Everywhere: If you carry insurance, call and see if disaster relief is included in your policy. Many people have this coverage and don’t realize it. … Read More

How To: COVID-19 Measures- Mail

by on March 21, 2020 with No Comments

The COVID-19 pandemic has many people self-isolating and many businesses making the necessary move to close their storefronts to the public. Many clients and consumers are ramping up their online and delivery shopping in connection with that. The question of course arose: Is there a risk of viral transmission from the mail at this time? We put together this short guide to answer key questions and provide some guidance for manufacturers, retailers and consumers alike so everyone can make the … Read More

Weekly Coffee Chat

by on March 18, 2020 with No Comments

Are you stressed about figuring out how to pivot your business in these challenging times? Do you need to connect with people outside your own home? Join us for a weekly informal coffee chat to connect with industry folks. We will be alternating time zones weekly to allow all who want to participate. Need a different time slot? Get in touch and we will see what we can do. Upcoming Dates: Tuesday March 24th 12pm EDT/5pm CET/3am AEDT Tuesday March … Read More

Compliance Assistance Services

by on March 3, 2020 with No Comments

Need some extra one-on-one assistance? Work directly with BCIA executive director Linnea Catalan to tailor services that meet your unique business needs. BCIA members can pick and choose from the following a la carte options. Children’s Product Certificate Assistance/ReviewHave your test reports? Let’s put them together into a CPC template that you can continue to update as needed.$50.00New Market ConsultationSkype/messenger/phone or email consult to: Identify testing needs and options to enter desired market (USA, Canada, EU, Australia)Explore test lab optionsDiscuss how … Read More

2020 Industry Roundtable Schedule

by on January 3, 2020 with No Comments

Industry Roundtable Discussions are informal conference call chats that allow industry members to network, discuss and brainstorm on a variety of topics. They are usually held monthly on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from 12-1pm Eastern time. Industry calls are facilitated by Angelique Geehan, an expert consultant and educator in a number of fields of expertise. Please call in and join us! Open to all. *if any participant has questions or thoughts arising during a roundtable that they would … Read More

Industry Roundtable Recap 2019

by on June 13, 2019 with No Comments

Our monthly industry roundtable sessions have continued through 2019. Here’s a quick recap of what’s been discussed. May 22, 2019 May topic: With no current international body that governs babywearing education, how do we navigate varying definitions of credentials, knowledge, certification, and expertise? How can we honor living traditions and generational knowledge and hands-on experience while embracing the opportunities that a certifying body could bring to the industry? 11 industry members (mostly educators) from around the world joined the call … Read More

Southern Regional Leaders Retreat

by on May 23, 2019 with No Comments

*this is not a BCIA event, it is posted on behalf of the SRLR. Please contact them directly for more information.* If you believe the use of carriers and babywearing are more than just a lifestyle trend, please register now and join us June 21-22, either Houston or online via Zoom for the Southern Regional Leaders Retreat. Although the interdisciplinary event will center leaders in the South, all are welcome who are committed to improving the support families have when … Read More

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