The Project is run by some very dedicated volunteers, all of whom are parents themselves and love to carry their children. Here is a little about us, the team behind the Project!
We have all felt the benefits of keeping them close for our own mental health and for being able to make life work, and are all volunteers and directors of the Building Bonds Project.
Rosie (Director) is a carrying consultant and sling librarian. She founded the Sheffield Sling Library sling library service and the 4th Trimester postnatal parenting support groups several years ago. She is also the educator and trainer behind the Carrying Matters resource, working tirelessly to promote babywearing as a tool for individual family wellbeing and social change. She has two children and works as a GP in Sheffield. The Project began as an arm of the library service and she is delighted to be able to take it to the next step.
Alix (Director) is a carrying consultant, mum of two and works for the Sheffield Sling Library. She loves running and raising money for good causes, for example completing a marathon with a giant teddy-bear strapped to her back!
Gemma (Director) is a carrying consultant with experience of supporting families with extra needs. She is also a peer supporter trainer and works on the fundraising part of our project.
Anna (volunteer) is a trained peer supporter, has experience of running campaigns, and is part of the social media team.