When Little Monkey was a baby we didn't like carrying him around in his carseat carrier, so we always held him, until he could sit up on his own. This really made my already bad back worse. A little before he turned 2years old I found out about slings. Little Monkey could walk of course, but he wasn't even 2 so he was slow and still liked to be held and I loved cuddling him. Being the only parent around to do this, since Our Marine was in Iraq, it got old fast. When I found out about slings I got one and it was GREAT! My back didn't hurt as bad and I could carry Little Monkey awake or asleep every where I went with ease and hands free! Now with Princess JoJo I have been wearing her since she was born. It is GREAT. She will take her morning nap if we are out, I can carry her around while we do chores so she isn't isolated from us and so much more. I love my bond with our children to be strong and this is making it stronger! If you don't already wear your baby maybe this will help you want to do it! =)
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The Benefits of Wearing Baby
Baby Wearing
Baby wearing is common in many cultures around the world. Due in part to the promotion of slings in attachment parenting books, in stores and on the Internet, more and more American parents are learning about baby wearing. The sling is the most practical, comfortable and versatile method of carrying your baby. Unlike front pack type carriers and back packs, slings can be used for newborns and toddlers alike. Slings make breastfeeding easy and discreet, and slings are much easier on the easily wearied arms and backs of parents.
The Benefits of Babywearing
Wearing your baby helps you develop a secure mutual attachment.
Babywearing increases parental sensitivity to a baby's needs.
Babywearing simulates the sensations of pressure, motion, warmth and security of the womb.
Carrying your baby in a sling reduces her level of stress hormones.
Babywearing can greatly reduce crying and fussiness. It also helps your fussy or tired baby fall asleep.
Babies sleep longer and more comfortably when in a sling.
Sling babies have a reduced incidence of colic and are less susceptible to vomiting and excess spitting-up.
Toddlers who were/are carried in slings initiate separation sooner, and become more self-reliant.
Babywearing has been shown to strongly benefit premature infants and lower their mortality rate.
Parents who wear their babies can more easily accomplish daily activities, tasks and chores.
The natural movement and stimulation provided by being in a sling promotes neurological development.
Babywearing gives children the message that they are safe, secure and loved.
Babywearing is the most comfortable way to hold a baby. You can use a sling on your shoulders, back or hip distributing your baby's weight evenly.
Wearing your baby in a sling provides her with constant and easy access to breastfeeding, and makes nursing in public easy and discreet.
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Wednesday, August 22, 2007 - Untitled Comment
(I love the title of your blog! Semper Fi!)