I've Cot You (Sayang, Sarong Baby) is a heritage cum photo documentary project tracing personal Singaporean stories and memories revolving around the cloth cradle, also known as ‘yao lan’. This was a practice that was commonly adopted by Singaporean families to coax their babies to sleep in the 80s and 90s, but have since became obsolete as lifestyle trends and consumption patterns evolve.
Can I chat, and photoshoot?
Are you using this cot at home now? For the past 2 years, it has been tough locating families still adopting this baby cradle that is mounted from ceiling.
For the ones you see here, thanks to lots of kind referrals, legwork, and forum admins John, Vivien and Deborah. Much appreciated!
Hence! If you are using one for your little ones, and would like to contribute, kindly get in touch here:
For a sample of what it would be like, kindly see 'Babies in Cot' page.
Thank you!
A fabulous time at this house that had 5 old-school cradles!
A favourite behind-the-scenes moment :)