360 Bebe

Babes In Toyland Holiday Market Place

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 23:20:00 +0000

I will have a booth at Babes in Toyland Holiday Market Place November 6th from 9 to 5. I will have several new items for sale for mamas and little ones. I will also be happy to answer questions and schedule fittings for slings.

http://www.rrchaps.org/babesintoyland2010.php

Safety and Slings

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:38:00 +0000

There have been many reports in the news lately regarding slings and safety; including a recall of the Infantino SlingRider. I believe the message and intent are right on. As a mother myself I believe the safety of our children is of the utmost importance.

When wearing a sling it is necessary to be mindful of your baby's health, comfort and safety at all times. I strongly encourage any caregiver or parent who uses a sling to be informed about sling safety.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has detailed information on their website with guidelines and simple illustrations.

http://www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PREREL/prhtml10/10165.html

Two other websites with helpful sling safety information include

TheBabywearer.com and WearYourBaby.org

Sad Day for Austin

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 01:11:00 +0000

Sadly, today the Austin Baby Store has closed it's doors. This one of a kind store has nurtured many mamas and babes; and it is very heartbreaking to know they will no longer be serving the Austin community.

I met Erin when we were both selling our respective wares at the Austin Birth Fair (when Austin Baby was just a seed, an idea, a dream.) I didn't know then that Erin would become one of the most amazing women I know and would inspire me as a mom, a business owner, and a friend.

She had a vision of a place for mamas (and families) that would offer more than products, a place that could be more than a store. And although they are closing I feel that Austin Baby always held true to what Erin envisioned.

It was a place where mamas could get advice, access products once only available online, ask questions and get knowledgeable answers (all while your little ones were playing), where you could nurse openly, receive customer service above and beyond, and where you could be more than a customer, more than a vendor, more than an employee - you could be part of the Austin Baby family. Erin and Angela brought something really special to our Austin community and I don't think there will ever be another place like Austin Baby.

To Erin and Angela - Thank you for your vision, thank you for inviting me into your family, and thank you always for your friendship.

360 Bebe Fall Fabrics & Facebook

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:51:00 +0000

Well, it seems blogs are old hat and facebook & twitter have taken over. I haven't quite mastered the whole twitter thing but 360 Bebe is now on facebook. I posted pics of the newest fabrics and I'm sewing like crazy. I'm eager to get my newest slings over to the Austin Baby Store. They have a beautiful new location on Lamar at Barton Springs. I hope to get the newest line sewn up asap and to have a huge Bebe Shower complete with Bebe gifts. To receive your invite to the shower please send me an email with the text Bebe Shower in the subject line. info@360bebe.com

Grand Re-Opening Fall 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:55:00 +0000

I have ordered new fabrics, they're in, and it's very exciting . . . new slings are in the works as well as other fab bebe items!!! If you would like to receive updates and be added to our email list let me know at info@360bebe.com

Update

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:07:00 +0000

Congress has issued a stay in regards to the new standards for children's products. This means that the law is still in effect but there will be no enforcement for a period of one year. Hopefully this will give congress a chance to work out all the kinks in this important legislation. This is good news for small businesses.

However, I have decided I would like to take some time off. I will be closed to new orders definitely until September. This will give me some much needed personal time to spend with my boys. My youngest will start kindergarten in the fall and I will make a decision at that time whether to continue with 360 Bebe.

I have loved this business. It has given me the opportunity to meet some amazing mamas and beautiful babies. I have received many emails with kind words and it is very heart warming. I feel very blessed to have been in this business for almost four years and I'm being very prayerful about what is next for me.

Thank you so much for your business and support.

And if you are currently looking for a sling, there are still 360 Bebe slings available at Austin Baby Store and Due Maternity.

Sad News

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:40:00 +0000

By now you might have heard of the new CPSIA regulations that require lead testing for all products manufactured for use by children under the age of twelve. Sadly the testing is cost prohibitive for small businesses such as 360 Bebe. Subsequently, I will be closing in February. If the law is amended in such a way that I'm able to continue my business I will consider re-opening at that time.

Currently, I'm completing sling orders for the Austin Baby Store and Due Maternity who will be able to sell my slings as long as they are in the stock before the February 10th deadline.

Please feel free to contact me with questions or concerns. emily@360bebe.com

Back By Popular Demand

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 22:34:00 +0000

The Kashmir and Nikko fabrics were reordered and just arrived. I hope to have these slings at Austin Baby and Due Maternity by next week. You can pre-order yours by emailing emily@360bebe.com

Everyone's Favorite Part - the fabric

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:33:00 +0000

So I know it looks like I'm out of all my fabrics but do not despair. I actually have bolts and bolts of fabric I just haven't had the time to get new pictures put up online. If you are in Austin, I just left a new batch of slings, pacifier clips, and the new fabric samples at the Austin Baby Store. If you are not in Austin please feel free to email me and I will let you know what new fabrics I have. As always thanks for visiting the 360 Bebe Blog and for your interest in 360 Bebe slings.

Pick up this Month's Parent Wise

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 13:10:00 +0000

and see Alison Eden's beautiful family on the cover using a 360 Bebe Sling.

http://www.parentwiseaustin.com/index.shtml

Fabric

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 20 May 2008 06:02:00 +0000

You may have noticed several long time favorite fabrics are no longer available online. Some of these fabrics are still available at Due Maternity and Austin Baby Store.

New fabrics are already here and are available they just haven't been added to my online collection. I hope to have them added to the website in a month or so.

In-home Consultations

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 20 May 2008 05:45:00 +0000

Sadly, as the price of gas has increased significantly I can no longer afford to offer free in home consultations. However, consultations will continue to be included with gift certificates which have now been priced to include the travel fee. All gift certificates currently issued will be honored with a free consultation.

I do believe that fit is very important to your experience using a pouch style sling. To help ensure you have the right fit I will be available at Austin Baby Store and Due Maternity a few times a month to help with sling selection, use, and fit. In addition, in-home consultations can still be scheduled, however now for a fee of $10. Appointments for free consultations in my home can be scheduled via email.

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 12 May 2008 03:54:00 +0000

I am back from England and busy, busy trying to catch up. In addition, I have had some unexpected medical issues arise with my oldest son. Fortunately it is not serious but it has required several visits to doctors and specialists. So I just ask for continued patience in these next few weeks.

I'm working very hard to get some new slings into the local Austin stores and to schedule in-home fittings. I also recently received an order of organic cotton and I look forward to getting slings made up in this soft eco-friendly fabric.

As always I encourage you to contact me with questions, concerns, or comments.

360 Bebe Closed until May 4

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 12 Apr 2008 00:40:00 +0000

I will be out of the country from April 16 until May 3. I will be available by email but I will not be able to fill any orders or schedule fittings. If you have questions etc please feel free to contact me. If you are in Austin slings are available at Due Maternity off 360 and Westlake Drive and Austin Baby at 505 West Mary.

tummy to tummy with a 3 week old

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 15:54:00 +0000

This video shows a new mom putting her 3 week old newborn into the tummy to tummy position. In this position guide your baby bottom first in between the fabric. If your baby is small or if your sling is too big, your baby will not fit securely in this position.

Getting your baby out of the cradle carry position

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 15:49:00 +0000

Cradle Carry with a 3 week old

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 15:44:00 +0000

This video shows a new mom putting her 3 week old in the cradle carry position. The secret to achieving this position is guiding your baby into the sling bottom first. Once your baby is secure in the sling make sure their airway is protected and that you feel your baby is safe and comfortable before using your sling.

Due Maternity Baby Wearing Class

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 15:55:00 +0000

I will be at Due Maternity in the Davenport Village Shopping Center at 360 & Westlake Drive at 11:30 today to help with sizing and using a pouch style sling.

Video of the Facing Out Carry

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 19:47:00 +0000

This is a video of Amber putting baby Connor (2 months old) in the facing out carry.

Pacifier/Toy/Teether Clips

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 14:07:00 +0000

These are currently available at the Austin Baby Store and will soon be available online!

They are super handy for keeping pacifiers from falling to the floor. Or attach a teether to one end and clip the other end to your sling. And once you no longer need it for your little one, I have found it quite handy for locating keys in your purse. I loop one end around the key ring and clip the other on my purse. No more digging, digging, digging for those illusive keys.

Babywearing Resources

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 04:35:00 +0000

Just wanted to share two great resources . . .

The first is for a yahoo group that connects people who want to swap or sell babywearing products such as slings, wraps, babaywearing ponchos, doll slings etc.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BabywearingSWAP/

The second is for a local group in Austin that helps people learn to use their slings and provides access to a sling library (that allows you to borrow a variety of carriers for a month).

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/austinbabywearers/

fabric for sale

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 31 Jan 2008 23:27:00 +0000

In order to make room in my busting at the seams work room, I'm currently adding fabrics for sale to my etsy store . . . .www.360bebe.etsy.com

There are a few up now and I will continue to add more fabrics over the next few weeks. Shipping and delivery can be negotiated, and I will consider free delivery for Austin residents.

Fabric is here.

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 01:43:00 +0000

The Nikko fabric just arrived but I imagine it will go fast, as I have already had many requests.

Mediums at Due Maternity

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 18:59:00 +0000

I stopped in at Due Maternity today and they have several mediums in stock in case you are looking for this size. Also if you find a sling you like at either Due Maternity or Austin Baby and it's not in your size they can order it for you.

update on Nikko Fabric

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 15:10:00 +0000

The Nikko fabric will be on backorder until sometime in late January/early February.