International Baby Wearing Week: Catbird Baby Review & Giveaway
While attending a Blog Conference in Chicago last July, I had the privileged of meeting Beth from Catbird Baby at one of the parties. I loved how down to earth she was and that she started the company after making a few of her own carries. Catbird has added more great carriers in addition to the original, mei tai although the mission of creating functional and beautiful products has stayed the same.
I was so intrigued with the name of the company, Catbird, I just had to share in case anyone else was equally curious. There is short story called, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty written by James Thurber. In the story, they use the expression, “sitting in the catbird seat” which refers to an advantageous position. I think it is an adorable name since that is exactly how a child must feel when they are being worn.
One of the things I love about the Zephyr Pikkolo is that there are no bells and whistles. It’s nice to just have a carrier that is easy to figure out and put on. There are times when I don’t want to haul out the stroller and need to get in and out quick. Baby wearing takes practice but it helps to have a simple product to not only learn on but have for those quick needs. My sister had never used a baby carrier before and was able to figure it out and adjust it to fit her body in about 5 minutes.
Thanks to Catbird Baby, one lucky Cherry Blossom Love reader will win their very own Catbird Baby Pikkolo!
My favorite thing about baby wearing is the closeness. I use to wear my daughter in the K’Tan when she was smaller. It was nice to keep her close and get things done.
My daughter is 14 months now and instantly calms down if she is fussy being worn! She’ll bring my Boba over to me sometimes and want to go outside on a walk with our dog too! It’s so cute 1
I really miss being able to baby wear. I sold my carrier because it was not a good fit for us. I have been trying to save up for a new carrier. This one looks amazing!
This is going to be my 8th baby, so my favorite thing about babywearing is multi-tasking! I can give my baby what she needs without neglecting the bigger kids. 🙂
My Favorite thing about baby wearing is being able to have my baby close and still have both hands available for other tasks!
My favorite thing about baby wearing is twofold: knowing he’s happy and can look around AND having my hands free! (Did you see me babywearing J at the DC zoo? I can’t remember if I put him in it the time we were together or the other time we were there that weekend–I def brought my Boba with me!). -Jen E.
My favorite thing about baby wearing is being able to chase Charlie while taking care of Ginny!