Sarita Star Designs: The Fine Art of Babywearing
Earlier this week I had the chance to talk with Spokane artist and baby sling designer Sarita Morgan. Let me start off by saying that I had never considered a sling to be a work of art before Sarita brought two of her beautiful creations to my home. The slings are her own original design and include a custom shoulder style that many moms say is the best out there. Each sling is made by hand in her home and adorned with perfectly-crafted appliques. The bright colors and patterns give the slings a fun, modern look and take them from functional to fashionable. These are slings that make an outfit. As Sarita and I joked, “You don’t wear these while cleaning your toilet bowl!” [...]
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The Birth Survey
How did you choose a caregiver for your prenatal care and birth? Most women I know rely on referrals from friends and often do their own research to find the doctor or midwife who will respect their wishes and support them in the birth experience they desire. In doing that research, women and their partners should have access to accurate and transparent information about the health professionals in their area as well as extensive personal feedback from other women about their birth experiences. [...]
