Blog Posts
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Keeping Baby Happy on the Trail
Keiking Fun For Baby You’ve got to the trailhead, readied baby, and now you’re on the trail…and baby starts getting fussy. What do you do to keep baby happy while they’re strapped to your back? I’ve found the majority of the time baby is happy just taking a ride and observing the big world around…
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Napping Strategies
But what about naps?? Making sure baby is well rested is going to lead to a much happier hiker! I’ve found that making sure they get a good nap in before a hike is the best solution! The nap strategies listed below are for babies that usually take 2 naps a day. However, if your…
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How to Dress Your Baby
Summer Hiking Heat and sunshine are the biggest concerns for summer hiking! When it’s hot out dress baby as you would dress yourself-shorts and a shirt! Try to avoid hiking in the hottest parts of the day, so aim for the early morning or evening hikes. Itmes to Consider: -Wide Brim hat -Breathable, SPF long-sleeve…
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Types of Carriers
How do you choose a carrier?? It can be pretty intimidating trying to decide which type of carrier to get for your hiking excursions with baby. There are two main type of carriers: soft carriers and framed carriers. For the first 6 months I found it easiest to use a soft carrier. These carriers work…