Two rings and the softest jacquard woven fabric are the recipe for the most elegant baby carrier that doesn’t require any straps or buckles – the ISARA Ring Sling.

It is ideal for short trips, as it is breathable and lightweight, suitable from birth until toddlerhood and beyond, and because of the fast way the ring sling is being set up it is a great choice and an artsy look for parents on the go. It offers a snuggle fit for wearing small babies, but at the same time it is very supportive and a quick choice even for bigger babies. 

It is made entirely from a woven wrap that passes through a set of rings that you place on the shoulder, that once it is set and adjusted to your needs, it secures its length and grip through a very easy fastening procedure. The ring is top quality and certified for babywearing. The rails are colored differently so that you can assure the fabric doesn’t get twisted at your back.

Ring Sling look from the back

Even though the fastening procedure may look a bit of a challenge at first, after a little practice it is extremely easy and quick to adjust. It also probably offers you one of the best breastfeeding experiences in terms of needed adjustments.

Fabric gathered on the shoulder

Once it is adjusted correctly, thanks to the diagonal elasticity property of the fabric, it distributes the child’s weight evenly, moulding on your body shape and ensuring your child’s ergonomic curves. The ring sling does not require extra adjustments between babies or wearers.

Once it is adjusted, you can choose to arrange the fabric on your shoulder (see Philodendra Black Denim Ring Sling photo), or pulled down over the shoulder. Also, for a more compact look, you can choose to fold the rings with the tail of the ring sling ( see cover photo).

It can be used for front carriers and as the baby grows you can shift to hip carry which tends to be more comfortable with an extra weight. Back carry is also an option for bigger babies ( recommended only for experienced babywearers).

Whether you’re an experienced babywearer or not, if you haven’t try the Ring Sling, you definitely should ASAP!

Find them here > http://bit.ly/ISARAringslings

Over the years, we have met so many wonderful people, whether they were babywearing consultants, or simply babywearing enthusiasts, all of them taught us something and we cherish all the bonds and friendships we created with them.

We decided to ask them a few questions about their babywearing journey, and they happily joined.

Vivien is, just like her name, a very vivid person, so lovely to chat with, and an awesome brand ambassador. She`s a mother to two adorable children, an amazing fitness instructor, and an example of a healthy lifestyle.

We asked her a few babywearing related questions, to which she happily replied:

ISARA: How did your babywearing adventure start?

VIVIEN: When I was pregnant with my first baby, 4 years ago, I decided that I will be carrying her, so when she was 6 weeks old I started with a stretchy wrap. It was love at first trial, and my baby was a big “mom-sticker” (as I used to call her), so I carried her almost every day and I bought a woven wrap and from this point, I became irreversible an advocate for babywearing and wraps.

I: What kind of carrier did you use as a beginner?

V: At first a stretchy wrap, weeks later a woven wrap, and a few months later a ring sling, and when my baby started walking I bought an SSC carrier

I: How did you hear about ISARA and what was your first impression of the brand?

V: I heard about ISARA from Facebook. I don’t know exactly where, because I’m in a lot of babywearing groups and follow many pages but when I saw it, I thought “it’s cool”. And when I saw the ambassador program I applied for it immediately because I wanted to try it and it didn’t disappoint me.

I: Which ISARA carriers have you tested so far? Which one you liked the most and why? Which ISARA carrier you`d like to also test?

V: I tested the ISARA Quick Half Buckle Diamonda Northern Lights carrier. I liked it because it’s quick, it was so soft and easy to wrap as soon as I got it out from the box, I could cozily breastfeed in it and last but not least it’s beautiful.

I: What would the perfect carrier look like?

V: If I use SSC or half buckle carrier I like and I specifically search if they are adjustable. For appearance, I like colorful and gradient wraps and carriers. My favorite colors in carriers are turquoise, purple, green, and their hues.

I: How do you see babywearing in the future?

V: I think it will be always needed for humanity since babywearing was always part of our lives, and because babywearing is one of the best friends for mommies.

Thank you, Vivien, for sharing your thoughts with us.

The Blue Monday term appears to have been dedicated by an airline company in 2005 to the third Monday of the year. Allegedly, it was the most depressing day, considering the equation it has been calculated after.

Truth be told, many people may have felt more or less saddened, lacking enthusiasm or joy. This may be a cause for the agitation and fuss that the Holidays in December bring along. The weather also seems to have its impact on us, as the lack of sun may trigger negative emotions.

Gathering it all with the unfortunate situations the previous years has brought, yes, no wonder depression is just a step away. I, personally, think that if it`s a long-lasting feeling, then special assistance is needed and maybe a specialist would offer the best solutions for treating it.

But when it comes to mild states of boredom, sadness, or lack of any interest, we are searching for handy ways of coping with it. As an avid social media consumer, I noticed that most of the groups I`m a member of were filled with suggestions of what to do when sadness kicks in and I`m sharing a few that helped me:

Watching movies that may change your mood

I`m a FRIENDS addict, and whenever I feel down, I just search for my favorite episode(s) to cheer up. Sometimes this is enough, but if it doesn`t work, I just add a bit of chocolate and that`s that. 😀

Of course, I`m giving chances to new movies that appear, so Netflix was my best friend for a while.

Board games with the family

They`re a pretty awesome way to bond with each other, away from the screens (which we all abused lately) and loads of fun. Plus, they`re great for children to learn new rules, new words, tactics, etc. So, get your dice to roll!

Activities in nature

As much as possible, fresh air and a bit of sun can be the best medicine for a gloomy period. Though the cold season is not everyone’s favorite, if there`s snow, then the sleighs are on! Get your own, make teams with the kids and relive your childhood. If you`re not covered in snow, walks in the park, in the forest, connecting with nature is a good remedy for grey days.

Meet with friends

If face to face is not allowed, maybe a video call with your best friend could change your sadness to joy. Remember funny stories, send to each other old pictures that you haven`t looked at in a while, they`re definitely going to cheer you up.

Talk about your feelings

Many people may think that they`re not being understood by others, considering that no one can feel as bad as they`re feeling that moment. The truth is that we might just find out that once we reveal how we really feel, others will start doing the same. And if they cannot help each other, at least they`ll know that these feelings are normal, other people live them, too, and they could find the strength to fight them together.

I know many of these above, though simple, are not always in hand, especially when little children are around. But I learned on my own that requesting for family and friends to care for my children for a few hours or a day, so I can have my own break, is vital for me to stay healthy and positive.

I wish you all to have colorful days!

Take care! 💗

If you’re not new to the babywearing world, you know for sure the “hip-healthy” statement, all that it encompasses and the importance of it. But if you’re in the search of a baby carrier and new to this field, this is what you should know and definitely consider when choosing one. 

see the difference between a non-ergonomic carrier (left) and an ergonomic one (right)

But first, here are a few information about Hip Dysplasia that you might find useful when learning about ergonomic baby carriers:

Hip Dysplasia is the medical term for the instability and free movement of the hip joint.  This is caused by the abnormal development of the femoral joint in which the iliac bone is fixed, allowing the femur to slip from the joint.

Thousands of children are affected annually by this anomaly, the severity varies from a slight instability to a complete dislocation of the hip. Approximately 1 out of 20 newborn babies suffer from one form of the instability of the hip, and 2 – 3 children in 1000 need treatment.

Hip Dysplasia is not a birth defect, because nothing is ”missing”. This instability appears as a result of the hormones that are produced while giving birth, which causes the relaxation of the ligaments. The child’s position during birth can also cause the dislocation. Happily, most hip dysplasia cases resolve naturally if specific steps are taken to alleviate the dysplasia.

In order to prevent hip dysplasia, but also in order to correct it, babywearing in an ergonomic carrier is recommended, as it provides proper structure to keep babies’ legs in an “M” position, in which knees are higher than the bottom and the pressure is not on the baby’s spine.  This positioning keeps a healthy physiological spine curve.

An ergonomic baby carrier should favor the normal growth of the physiological curves of the spine (cervical lordosis, dorsal kyphosis, and lumbar lordosis) and keep the baby’s legs bent and spread apart, following the position recommended for the prevention and treatment of hip dysplasia.

Babywearing in this ergonomic position stimulates the normal growth of the hip and prevents hip dysplasia, which can be caused by incorrect and unergonomic babywearing.

Moreover, children who are treated for congenitally dislocated hips, benefit greatly from corrective orthosis with thighs apart and are recommended to be worn in a wrap or other carriers, with a wide supportive base supporting the thighs.

Wearing baby in the right position combats congenital hip subluxation and sprains, especially of girls, by allowing the child to stay in “M” position, in which the top of the femur is covered more than 2/3 of the acetabulum of the hip bone.

Babywearing outward facing can be deemed unsafe and unhealthy because it does not allow for proper support of the hips and spine.  While forward facing, the center of gravity is exterior oriented and the pressure is placed on the hips and on the base of the spine.

The International Institute of Hip Dysplasia recognizes ISARA carriers and wraps to be ergonomic and stimulating the normal healthy growth of the hip and prevents hip dysplasia.

ISARA favors the normal growth of the physiological curves of the spine  ( cervical lordosis , dorsal kyphosis and lumbar lordosis ) and keeps baby’s legs bent and spread apart, following the position recommended for the prevention and treatment of hip dysplasia.

ISARA is listed as a Hip-Healthy product on The International Hip Dysplasia Institute Official Page.

Happy Healthy ISARAwearing!

2020, we say goodbye.

We started 2020 with lots of hopes and our agenda full of planned visits of new fairs, events and challenges. January started pretty just how we predicted, we managed to launch the 4th version of the The Trendsetter and we were happy to see how well it was received. We were already working on the finishing touches of the NEW Quick Full Buckle Carrier and we were so happy to start prepping for its special launch at Kind und Jugend in Koln.

Our March 2020 post

Everything was right on track.

Long story short, as soon as March came is was heartbreaking to accept that all our plans to physically travel more to meet new parents, consultants and partners will have to be put on hold.

We understood and embraced the bigger cause, just as the importance of everyone being safe is more important than anything in this world.

We understood that our plans don’t have to change, that the only thing that we have to do is to adapt. And so we did! We started to work as much as possible from home, spend more time with our family, multitask and babywear more, and somehow, we realized that at some point this might actually be one of the best thing that happened. We realized that we needed some time apart from traffic jams and crowded spaces just to rediscover ourselves in the love of our families.

So this story has a bigger picture. In 2020 we grew together more than anytime. In 2020 we understood the true meaning of staying together, for better and for worse. In 2020 we learned the importance of being humble and that in the eyes of God we’re truly all the same. In 2020 we understood even more that love is the answer to everything. So simply love your family, love all you do and embrace everything with love and good things will come. Things will get better.

2020 was a lesson. 2021 will be a new beginning.

Thank you!

Over the years, we have met so many wonderful people, whether they were babywearing consultants, or simply babywearing enthusiasts, all of them taught us something and we cherish all the bonds and friendships we created with them.

We decided to ask them a few questions about their babywearing journey, and they happily joined.

Tsvetomira is a “veteran” ISARA friend, she`s always been very close and dear to us. A strong, outdoor mother to 3 wonderful children, a freelance biologist in love with nature, and a birth doula, Tsvetomira is a specialist when it comes to babywearing. Not only because she`s a certified babywearing consultant, but she also has the best experience with it, having worn all of her 3 children over the years.

It`s always a pleasure to receive her feedback and this interview with her, though short, brought a smile on our faces.

ISARA: How did your babywearing adventure start?

TSVETOMIRA: It started with my first son Nikola in the summer of 2013. But actually a little earlier when I was getting informed about Babywearing and stuff.

I: What kind of carrier did you use as a beginner?

T: I got a ring Sling first, a woven and stretchy at the same time, and rotated them for six months and then got a full buckle.

I: How did you hear about ISARA and what was your first impression of the brand?

T: I found It by random search on baby carriers on Google in 2016 and then I entered a test tour and got One for myself. This was the first wrap conversion I ever tried and fell in love with its comfort and softness.

I: Which ISARA carriers have you tested so far? Which one you liked the most and why?

T: Oh, all of them but the Quick full buckle. The Trendsetter, The One, Quick Half buckle, ring slings, and woven wraps. I love the One mostly.

I: What would the perfect carrier look like?

T: Adjustable, soft waistband, and nice wrap to made of.

I: How do you see the babywearing in the future?

T: More and more innovations and I hope less facing forward 🤣

Dear Tsvetomira, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, it`s always a pleasure!

Over the years, we have met so many wonderful people, whether they were babywearing consultants, or simply babywearing enthusiasts, all of them taught us something and we cherish all the bonds and friendships we created with them.

We decided to ask them a few questions about their babywearing journey, and they happily joined.

Selina is one of our international brand ambassadors located in Singapore, and who is happily babywearing her little ones in one of our ISARA carriers, The One Play of Lights. She even manages to breastfeed her newborn while carrying him, so kudos to you, Selina!

ISARA: How did your babywearing adventure start?

SELINA:  My babywearing adventure started when I had my firstborn who’s almost 3 years old now. Someone mentioned something about another baby carrier and that’s how I eventually drop into the rabbit hole.

I: What kind of carrier did you use as a beginner?

S: My first carrier was a soft structured carrier.

I: How did you hear about ISARA and what was your first impression of the brand?

S: I got to hear about ISARA via Instagram and I thought that it’s really versatile and stylish.

I: Which ISARA carriers have you tested so far? Which one you liked the most and why? Which ISARA carrier you`d like to also test?

S: I’ve tried The One. I love how breathable the wrap conversion is. The leg padding of the carrier is cushy and does not cause redness on my newborn’s thigh. I’d be interested to try ISARA’s Quick.

I: What would the perfect carrier look like?

S: A perfect carrier will be something which is suitable for all sizes, be it wearer or kids, something soft and suitable for any climate. Easy care is a bonus.

I: How do you see babywearing in the future?

S: Babywearing will be part of parents’ or even caregivers’ life, for bonding and comfort. With all types of carriers available, everyone should be able to find the one that suits them best.

Thank you, Selina, for sharing with us your vision about babywearing. 💗

Sustainable, innovative, organic – these are the words that describe ISARA the best. 

Power-driven by these words we continued to adapt to parents’ needs and to expand our range of products with babywearing gear that assures a simple and sustainable parenthood experience, so that parents can live an uncluttered life, with natural choices and decisions easy to be made all going forward positive thinking, simplicity and harmony. 

So yes, a sustainable lifestyle is also about making sure that all basic needs are met with a minimum of resources.

Of course, recycling and reducing pollution is extremely important and crucial, but apart from them, the Planet Earth also needs an emotionally intelligent, more loving and conscious generation to come. 

You don’t need much to assure a healthy environment for your child. You don’t need everything from the baby shower registry to know that your baby will be taken care of. You just need the best baby carrier that responds with adaptability to every need you or your baby might have. 

With this at heart, we managed to create 4 innovative baby carriers, that adapt, evolve and adjust to your growing love > ISARA The ONE – that fits ALL parents, and ALL children – from infancy until the end of preschool years, ISARA The Trendsetter, available in 2 adjustable sizes, one of the most intuitive baby carriers on the market and the descendent of the first fully adjustable baby carrier ever existed,  ISARA Quick Half Buckle Carrier- a hybrid between a an adjustable structured baby carrier and a woven wrap and ISARA Quick Full Buckle Carrier – the quickest and simplest adjustable & compact baby carrier you’ll ever find! Along with these 4 innovative ISARA baby carriers, our list of products is completed by babywearing covers, babywearing dolls, toy carriers, tote bags, scarfs and more all of them extremely carefully crafted into innovative designs, as sustainable as they can be.

sand filled babywearing doll, made of organic cotton fabric,  100% biodegradable

Babywear as much as you can. Babies love to be worn. Their needs are heard and responded to faster and easier than ever. Their parent’s embrace make them feel protected and helps them grow into strong, independent, confident and fearless. They learn that love is the answer to every problem and they will act like it. Love will be present everywhere, in our hearts, in our environment, in our forests and oceans, in the air and beyond.

So choose sustainable living. Choose baby products that give you everything with less. Wear organic. Recycle, reuse, babywear and teach love. Live simply and good things will come.

Embrace ISARA, Best Brand for Sustainable Babywearing Products 2020!

To celebrate together, we offer you a 25% voucher to babywear your little one in ISARA, in the most comfortable embrace!

Use code: sustainableISARA at checkout until the 24th of November, at midnight > www.isara.ro

We’re honored to be awarded with such a prize, now we know that we’re on the right path for a better world!

Over the years, we have met so many wonderful people, whether they were babywearing consultants, or simply babywearing enthusiasts, all of them taught us something and we cherish all the bonds and friendships we created with them.

We decided to ask them a few questions about their babywearing journey, and they happily joined.

Our first awesome lady who answered our questions is Mirjam, one lovely, Swiss babywearing consultant. She is very committed to bringing as many men as possible into the babywearing world and she`s doing a great job.

ISARA: How did your babywearing adventure start?

Mirjam: I started carrying my first son in a Swiss half buckle carrier. A very expensive carrier from the Tragebaby brand.

I: What kind of carrier did you use as a beginner?

M: I prefer wearing half buckles.

I: How did you hear about ISARA and what was your first impression of the brand?

M: In March 2020 I was able to test an ISARA Quick from the Swiss carrying school for the first time. I liked it right away and felt great. My first impression of the stretcher was great. The workmanship was very good and also wearing comfortable.

I: Which ISARA carriers have you tested so far? Which one you liked the most and why? Which ISARA carrier you`d like to also test?

M: So far we only have the ISARA Quick. We prefer this stretcher because we can carry it high on our back. Thanks to the straps, it is continuously adjustable for men and women and always fits perfectly. In addition, the carriers can be fanned out for different weight distribution.

I: What would the perfect carrier look like?

M: From my point of view, the perfect carrier has a hip belt with Velcro. I can move these together or apart. I also prefer a full buckle stretcher that has the straps attached to the waist belt, as I can then carry the stretcher high on my back. a system where I can strap the straps from the waist belt to the back is a luxury 🙂

I: How do you see babywearing in the future?

M: I have the feeling that in the future more and more parents will carry their children in baby carriers. It is slowly becoming “fashion” again and not only practical 🙂 Many parents go for a simple design … and social media is becoming increasingly important.

Thank you, Mirjam, for sharing with us your vision over babywearing!

💗

There`s a saying that right after Halloween ends, people start the Christmas fever and preparations for the new year. I think we can all agree that we`re actually expecting that this weird year is over, and once the new one arrives, things will change to better (fingers crossed).

But given the fact that the future is always unpredictable and we need to adjust our lifestyle to any condition that appears, I have made a list of 21 reasons, why babywearing is having only advantages, regardless of the context we`re living in.

1. The baby is always close to you. When it comes to a newborn, especially, having him wrapped up, close to you will give you the possibility to respond to any needs he`s thriving for.
2. The bonding. In the first months after birth, many mothers doubt their maternal instincts, but it`s proven that hearing their mother’s heartbeat, soothes the baby. Happy baby=happy mom.
3. The hands-free. You`re always able to continue with chores around the house, to shop, to cook, while caring for the little one as well. 
4. Get some time for yourself even when you`re alone with the baby. You can still drop by at the salon, to get your nails or hair done, while the little one rests in your arms, especially if you`re the only one who can take care of him at that point.
5. Meet with your friends. Continue to see your friends, just like before the baby was born. You can still catch up with your best friend, grab a cup of coffee, without worrying about who would babysit him, or constantly wondering if the baby is alright. He`s right there, close to you.
6. Workout! Thanks to kanga classes, now both you and your baby can enjoy exercising and staying fit.
7. Meet new parents just like you. Babywearing communities are continually growing, and they often form a great supporting group of mom and dads who babywear.
8. Go on the trip you planned. You can enjoy your hobbies, by traveling along with your baby.
9. Spend quality time with your elderly children. After the birth of a new baby, the older siblings may tend to feel neglected, because a newborn always demands most of your attention. 
10. Continue your studies. Now that most courses have moved to online, it`s easier to attend them and care for the baby. Get those earphones and continue to cuddle your baby, while joining the online classes. 
11. Wear again your toddler who now walks, and remember the times he was so little and smelled like a newborn. 
12. Enjoy a peaceful walk in the woods, in the park or on the beach, to fill your heart again with beautiful sights.
13. Show your baby the world and take him with you everywhere, carrying him close to your heart.
14. Keep him in your arms if you`re not yet prepared to let other people hold him. A carrier will keep him safe where he belongs.
15. When fever kicks in, bring the carrier into action. It`s proved that skin on skin may reduce the high temperature and stabilize it.
16. Walk your dog at any time of the day. It will be refreshing for you&the baby, and your dog will be happy, too.
17. Join your friend’s wedding, even if your baby is new to this world. You`ll be happy to attend and your friend will appreciate your effort. Grab a pair of baby headphones for the noise and party as much as you can.
18. Have a romantic walk with your spouse and hold hands just like before.
19. Read your favorite book, while the baby sleeps in your arms, carried by you.
20. Get your meals done, enjoy cooking uninterrupted. The baby is safer on the back, try backcarrying while cooking.
21. Enjoy the softness and cuddles of a cute, little baby, he may grow up so fast, you won`t realize there`s no small baby to carry around.

So, here are the 21 reasons to babywear next year as well. Have you got any more reasons? Let us know, we`d love to hear abut them.