For centuries, Indigenous peoples have used moss bags to keep babies snugly wrapped. These bags create a warm, womb-like environment that makes the baby feel safe and sleep better. 

The top of the bag securely holds the baby’s head. 

Traditionally, moss bags were filled with freshly-gathered sphagnum moss, known for its medicinal properties. It acted as an ideal diaper material—antiseptic and absorbent, keeping the baby dry and rash-free. 

You can see a moss bag in the new permanent installation at the Creative Kids Museum. 

The Moss Bag Project is an Indigenous-led organization. 

They create sustainable and reciprocal support structures through academic resources and traditional education. The project offers moss bag making sessions and Indigenous-centered child-rearing education. The team also crafts beautiful, beaded moss bags, often connected to traditional stories and teachings. All donations and proceeds from moss bag sales go toward an annual scholarship fund and child-rearing resources for Indigenous mothers and Two-Spirit parents.