In the next few months life as we know it is going to change – this reporter and my wife are expecting a newborn, our first. The preparations and gathering of baby related products has started at our household, and as exciting as this is for us, there is a disturbing trend that we noticed in this entire industry – a majority of the products are made in China. Certainly there are products manufactured in other countries, Mexico, Vietnam and South Africa to name a few; but we have not found one baby related product that is made in the U.S.A. – until now. Belle Baby Carriers of Boulder, Colorado has been making baby carriers for those on-the-go since 2006 and they are all made in America.
The idea of carrying a baby close to a parent’s chest is not a new concept. It keeps the newborn close to the parent promoting ‘bonding’ during the first few months of development outside of the womb. For the parents, it allows the newborn to be easily carried during the first few months without the hassle of a stroller or jogger.
So what makes Belle Baby Carriers different? The original Belle was designed by two dads who were rock climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. They already had experience designing climbing gear and they used expertise to make a better baby carrier. Over the years, the Belle Baby Carriers evolved to include features like a padded waist band and shoulder straps; large steel D-rings for the waist strap closure; and a design that rests the baby’s weight on the hips of the parent instead of their shoulders, reducing fatigue. Along with the design features, the material is lightweight and cool in the summer, perfect for the parent who wants to walk and hike to shed some “baby weight” after the newborn arrives.
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The Belle Baby Carriers are available in eight different patterns and are manufactured in both synthetic and organic materials (hemp and cotton blend). They range in price from $109.95 for the synthetic models up to $129.95 for the organic models. All of the models are designed to carry an infant from 8 to 35-pounds on the front of the parent, but allow your baby to face toward you or away depending on their development. If needed for your infant, a lightweight detachable panel is included for additional head support. The Belle Baby Carriers are just one tool to help you bond with your baby, get back into shape after your baby is born and raise your newborn in an active lifestyle… all in one package.
Belle Baby Carriers Official Website
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