babywearing

Be Unforgettable: Better Branding for Babywearing Businesses

by on September 18, 2022 with No Comments

What are 3 words that describe your brand? How do you want your customers to feel when they enter your store or land on your website? If you are a baby carrier brand, baby carrier retailer, manufacturer, or babywearing educator, Join us on Thursday, September 22 @ 12 pm EST to create unforgettable babywearing brands! RSVP today for the BCIA “Better Branding” online webinar featuring Director Kristi Hayes-Devlin who will share her expertise on creating an unforgettable experience for your … Read More

Industry Roundtable

by on November 4, 2021 with No Comments

November Topic: Educators, leaders and babywearing groups, this one is for you. How are you currently meeting the needs of community and clientele? What’s going well, and what are some of the challenges you are facing? BCIA Industry Roundtable call in details: Tues November 16th, 12-1pm ET/9-10am PT Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/BCIA You can also dial in using your phone. Access Code: 395-046-109 Phone numbers: You can also dial in using your phone. Canada: +1 (647) … Read More

How To: Media/Social Media Talking Points

by on October 16, 2021 with No Comments

BCIA members are active in their industry and communities, and are therefore recognized as subject matter experts. When information about the carrier industry, such as the recent AAP news release, reaches any form of media, you are often the go-to to provide a response. While larger companies may have communications teams on staff, smaller companies can sometimes be caught by surprise by media requests. The risk with any story involving a perceived special interest such as babywearing is that it … Read More

News Release Response: AAP and Baby Carrier Safety

by on October 16, 2021 with No Comments

On behalf of the industry, the BCIA wishes to respond to the recently published AAP news release and research abstract ‘Baby Wearing Injuries Presenting to Emergency Departments, 2011-2020: A Dangerous Fashion Trend.’ Baby carriers and babywearing have and continue to be, one of the safest ways to transport and interact with your baby, and come with immense physical, emotional, attachment and cognitive benefits. Like other baby gear products used and enjoyed by millions of parents worldwide, carriers require education. We … Read More

Weaver’s Workshop Write-up

by on March 9, 2021 with No Comments

Edit October 22, 2021: We hosted this workshop again on October 13, 2021. A recording of the presentation is below. ___________ We hosted our first Weaver’s Workshop, an hour long presentation and Q&A session geared towards artisan and handweaver manufacturers. Our aim was to cover the basic compliance requirements for the US, Canada and European markets, including testing requirements, costs, maximizing fiber/product offerings, and things to consider when deciding to move from hobbyist to business. The slide deck from the … Read More

Weaver’s Workshop

by on February 18, 2021 with No Comments

Are you an artisan handweaver who is selling -or considering selling- wraps, slings and carriers? Please join the BCIA for an informal discussion around: -compliance and regulatory requirements in the USA and Canada (we will also lightly touch on Europe as time permits) -testing costs and expectations -making the most of your options for customers while minimizing testing costs -decorative finishes and accessories (ladders, fringe, beading)- assessing risks and other factors to consider -from hobby to business: when and how … Read More

Weaver’s Workshop

by on February 18, 2021 with No Comments

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021: 12:00-1:00pm Eastern/9:00-10:00am Pacific Are you an artisan handweaver who is selling -or considering selling- wraps, slings and carriers? Please join the BCIA for an informal discussion around: -compliance and regulatory requirements in the USA and Canada (we will also lightly touch on Europe as time permits) -testing costs and expectations -making the most of your options for customers while minimizing testing costs -decorative finishes and accessories (ladders, fringe, beading)- assessing risks and other factors to consider … Read More

2021 Industry Roundtable Schedule

by on January 4, 2021 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

How To: COVID-19 Part 2

by on April 8, 2020 with No Comments

It seems pretty clear that we’re all in this together for the long haul. The COVID-19 pandemic has required drastic physical distancing and lockdown measures all over the world, leading to a dramatic shift in how we collectively manage our time and space. We compiled a list of tips, tricks and safety points to help caregivers manage the new status quo. Baby carriers as a practical tool: If you must go out in public with your child, a baby carrier … 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

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