Theory:

Baby's physiology: a global approach, working for a text-book baby and a real one
Wearer's physiology: a global approach, working for a text-book wearer and a real one
Special circumstances: multiples, disability, prematurity...
What is the consultant's role and limitations?
How to set up a workshop
How to set up a consultation
How to make videos
Benefits of babycarrying for both wearer and baby
Safety



​Babycarrying basics:
The ergonomical position
In-arms carrying and baby handling
Positioning on the wearer: tummy to tummy, cradle, seated sideways, off-centered, on the hip, facing out, on the back
Finding the right carrying height for each babywearing pair
Different techniques to get a baby onto your back
Safety and official weight limits



​Woven wrap:
Basic textile knowledge
How to handle a woven fabric
Mechanics of tightening
Mechanics of carries
Carries covered: Front Wrap Cross Carry, Kangaroo, Double Hammock Front Carry, Front Cross Carry, Simple Hip Carry, Slipknot Hip Carry, Robin's Hip Carry, Nonono Tie, Rucksack, Back Wrap Cross Carry, Double Hammock, Flipped Double Hammock
Breastfeeding positions
Variations: adding tools to your tool box



​Stretchy Wrap:
Basic textile knowledge
How to handle a stretchy fabric
Mechanics of tightening
Mechanics of carries
Carries covered: Pocket Wrap Cross Carry, Front Wrap Cross Carry, Double Hammock Front Carry, Slipknot Hip Carry, Robin's Hip Carry, Back carries and their limitations
Breastfeeding positions
Variations: adding tools to your tool box



​Ring Sling:
How to handle a ringsling and its mechanics
Flipping, twisting, rings on the back
Front, Hip and Back Carries
Variations: adding tools to your tool box



​Mei Tai:
What are the different Mei tais
How to handle a meitai and its mechanics
Newborn, older babies and toddlers
Front, Hip and Back Carries
Variations: adding tools to your tool box



​Podeagis and Onbuhimos:
What are the different types
Front, Hip and Back Carries
Variations: adding tools to your tool box



​Buckle Carriers:
What are the different types
How to handle a buckle carrier and its mechanics
Newborn, older babies and toddlers
Front, Hip and Back Carries
Variations: adding tools to your tool box



Other carriers:

Pouches, double pouches, skin to skin tube, Kanga and other traditional carriers, Hybrid carriers

Quick overview

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​Skills developed:
Empathy
Respect
Active Listening
Observation
Pedagogy

Self-awareness

Curiosity

What will the consultancy course cover?