Check out where Petunia is popping up in the pages this month.
The Saxe Family is a big fan of our Swaddle Blankets for creating the perfect swaddle for
their little one.
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Cool-List Kids likes the gorgeous fabrics of our new Sojourn Sling.
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Our Scout Rubicon Rucksack makes an appearance in a Parents (June 2008) article on the new face of fatherhood.
Dear Petunia…
I am in love with the fabrics for your new Sojourn Sling, but am a total sling newbie. How do I know what size to order? Is it the same as my clothing size? Does it depend on the size of my baby? I have a chunky 3-month-old.
- Not Sling Saavy, La Jolla, CA
Dear Not Sling Saavy,
Slings can be a bit intimidating to use for a first timer, but once you get the hang of it, both you and your little one will get to enjoy all the benefits of babywearing.
Correct sizing is key to ensure a safe and secure fit for you and your baby. PPB slings come in three different sizes – small, medium and large – and are based on your measurements, not the size of the baby. To determine the best size, use this chart to help you find your best fit.
To find the above measurements, use a soft measuring tape to measure diagonally from one shoulder to the opposite hip bone. For the chest measurement, measure the full circumference just under your armpits and above (not over) the fullest part of your bust. Men’s sizing follows the same guidelines.
When the baby is in the sling, the correct size sling should position the lowest part of the baby’s body on your hip bone. The sling should be snug, but not uncomfortably tight.
Keep in mind that our organic cotton Sojourn Sling has a bit more stretch in it than our Serenity Sling and will also shrink slightly during its initial laundering.
For more information about sling sizing, care and wear, visit our Questions Page.
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Though once seen as a bit hippie, babywearing has now become a practical – and fashionable – method for toting around your tiny one. Urban or suburban, regular or red carpet, moms everywhere have been turning to slings for the benefits they provide for parents and babies alike.
The availability of slings has skyrocketed in recent years with fashions ranging from the subdued to the stunning. The cause of this increase? “Babywearing just makes sense,” says Marni Matyus, president of The Sling Station. “It is good for babies and for moms. Moms are able to have some freedom while keeping the baby close and babies who are held are generally happier. It also doesn’t hurt that there has been a rise in celebrity use.” As an added benefit for sling-wearers, Matyus notes that the time a baby spends in the sling counts as tummy time and helps to prevent flat head syndrome.
Now a mother of a newborn and a toddler, owner and designer DeNai Jones also saw the benefits of keeping baby close while leaving her hands free and went to work designing a product that provided the ideal sling experience with the level of PPB style you have come to expect. Petunia moms who know the benefits of having practical and posh baby gear will be excited about our newest additions to the Petunia Pickle Bottom product line: the Serenity and Sojourn Sling Collections.
The Serenity Sling Collection includes three sophisticated brocades that coordinate with fabrics in our Boxy Backpack, Touring Tote and Receiving Blanket collections for a complete PPB look or the perfect shower gift combination. The brocade exterior provides stunning fashion and superior support while the water-resistant taslan interior lining ensures a soft, dry ride for your little one.
The Sojourn Sling is made of a decadent organic cotton knit and is available in such fabrics as Corsican Blue, India Ink, Morning in Mumbai and Sparrows on the Seine. Your mood or outfit not prepared to rock the travel-inspired pattern? You’re in luck – each pouch-style sling is also reversible, revealing a coordinated solid on the other side.
The cotton knit construction provides superb support to keep your little one close while still allowing adequate stretch to ensure mom and baby’s comfort.
Available in three sizes, all of our slings are constructed with a tapered top so there is less bulky material at your shoulder and a curved base seam to create the most comfort for your infant.
Visit our Collections page to see all the available slings and check your local baby boutiques and online retailers for their arrival in late spring.
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