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Follow the directions for the hip carry but place baby against your belly instead of on your hip.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
Snugli Baby Carrier
13 years ago
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Belly to Belly
A favorite, for sure. Your baby's gonna love looking up adoringly at mama's face in this carry. For babies who can hold up their heads well.
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Follow the directions for the hip carry but place baby against your belly instead of on your hip.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
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Follow the directions for the hip carry but place baby against your belly instead of on your hip.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
The Hip Carry
This is a simple position in which your baby is resting on your hip. Good for babies that can hold up their heads well.
1. Begin by opening the pouch over one hip.
2. Place your baby's bottom in the sling on the seam, facing you. This makes a little seat for him. Be sure to hold on to him with one hand until you feel he is secure.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
1. Begin by opening the pouch over one hip.
2. Place your baby's bottom in the sling on the seam, facing you. This makes a little seat for him. Be sure to hold on to him with one hand until you feel he is secure.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
Kangaroo Carry
This over the shoulder baby holder is great for babies that just want to soak up the world. They are very stimulated by the sights, sounds, and smells around them, but the stimulation is regulated by you. This over the shoulder baby holder is appropriate for babies that can hold their heads up well and are in a wakeful state. Be careful to always support your baby while bending over.
1. When putting on your over the shoulder baby holder, be sure the seam in in line with your belly button. While holding your baby directly in front of you, scrunch up his legs and open the pouch.
2. Place your baby, bottom down, into the sling. Voila!.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
1. When putting on your over the shoulder baby holder, be sure the seam in in line with your belly button. While holding your baby directly in front of you, scrunch up his legs and open the pouch.
2. Place your baby, bottom down, into the sling. Voila!.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
The Cradle Carry
The Cradle Carry
This position is great for little babies and naptime. We still use it to put our 9 month, 20 pound chunker to sleep!
1. Begin by folding your sling in half and placing it over your non-dominant arm.
2. After pulling the carrier over your head and resting it on the opposite shoulder, place your baby's feet into the pouch.
3. Gently lay your baby's head down in the carrier. Notice how Elijah is still right there on my belly just like the womb! Tip: Your baby's head should always be nearest the shoulder the pouch is resting on.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
This position is great for little babies and naptime. We still use it to put our 9 month, 20 pound chunker to sleep!
1. Begin by folding your sling in half and placing it over your non-dominant arm.
2. After pulling the carrier over your head and resting it on the opposite shoulder, place your baby's feet into the pouch.
3. Gently lay your baby's head down in the carrier. Notice how Elijah is still right there on my belly just like the womb! Tip: Your baby's head should always be nearest the shoulder the pouch is resting on.
source: www.mykarmababy.com
Make your own over the shoulder baby holder!
It is so easy to sew a your own over the shoulder baby holder or baby sling. You just need some basic sewing skills and fabric and this basic baby sling pattern. Wearing a baby in a sling is one of the best ways to bond with and nurture your little one.
How to make your own baby sling: Baby Sling Pattern
1. Picking out your fabric. This is the best part. There are so many fabulous prints out there, it may be hard to choose. My favorite baby sling fabric is the kind found in the home decor section of your local sewing store. These come on large rolls. People are often tempted by the beautiful selection that quilting fabric offers, but this is not strong enough fabric to make a baby sling out of unless you double it up. Some people love fabric with a bit of stretch, so look for a 97% cotton/ 3% lycra blend.
Over the shoulder baby holder fabric resources:
As always, I feel it is very important for mothers to support other mothers, so if you can, try to buy from a work at home mom (wahm). Here are some fabric resources I pulled together, but if you are or know of a wahm that has an online fabric store please tell me so that I can add it!
Be sure to prewash all your material!
Quilting (good if doubled up): Sew Mama Sew. They have a huge selection of very stylish fabrics-definitely what I would use for one of our slings if we used this weight.
Home Decor: Try here, they have good prices and you can get swatches, too. We like to use Waverly prints, they are so gorgeous.
Stretch: This is always a challenge. Beautiful prints in this kind of fabric are always hard to come by. Try this website. Be sure to get fabric that stretches widthwise and not lengthwise. You do not want your baby sling to stretch out too much as you wear it.
Fleece: Fleece is the best baby sling for winter. It is so soft and cozy for your baby. Try here to buy it by the yard. Be sure to see how much it stretches. You can hold the fabric down with your knee and stretch it alongside a ruler. However much it stretches is how much smaller you should cut it. Fleece is synthetic and does not need to be prewashed.
Minky fabric: This is that oh so soft material that baby blankets are made out of. Nothing in the world is softer, I wish all my clothes were made out of this! Buy it here: MINKY, you'll be working with a wonderful wahm. Minky is synthetic and does not need to be prewashed.
Solarveil: It protects your baby's skin from 95% of the sun's harmful rays if you double it up. Always double layer it: it is too thin for just one layer. It is great for the pool, shower, or any kind of water, and dries in just minutes. A great summer baby sling. It is a bit scratchy at first, but softens up with every wash and will soon become your favorite sling. Beware: sizing is easy for someone that is on the small side. If you are small, you can cut the fabric widthwise, making the stretch go along the width. If you are above a 26" shoulder to hip measurement you will have to cut lengthwise, so be sure you cut the fabric about 1"-2" shorter. Also, when you make a baby sling out of solarveil, remember that you will be wearing this without clothes on, so you may want to cut it a little bit shorter. If this is confusing at all, feel free to email me here. Find Solarveil here. Solarveil is synthetic and does not need to be prewashed.
Other than the above mentioned, you will want to avoid synthetic materials for babies. Polyester is just awful for a baby sling. We want your baby to be as comfy as possible in the sling!
With this pattern, you'll need about two yards of whatever fabric you choose for your baby sling. You will be able to get two slings out of this so make one for a friend or an extra one for yourself while one is being washed (or, if you are like me, you may have to save that fabric for when you mess up the first piece!).
2. Cut your fabric lengthwise to about 22". You should now have a 2 yard by 22" piece of fabric.
3. Fold fabric in half lengthwise, then fold up so that all four open corners are to the right.
4. Measure the top edge of the sling. This should be 1/2" longer than your shoulder to hip measurement. (see our sizing page for more info on the shoulder to hip measurement) Mark that (in my case, 25") on the upper right edge of the folded fabric. Now, measure the bottom edge. The measurement for this should be the top edge measurement + 3 (in my case 28").
Now, cut a half smile from the bottom mark to the top mark.
5. Unfold fabric widthwise and sew the two ends together along the curve that you just cut.
6. Now, turn the pouch inside out. You will now encase the seam that you just made. Be sure that all of the excess fabric from your seam on the other side is encased in your new seam.
Next, sew the encased sling down. Voila, you have made your first french seam.
7. Now that your french seam is done, you will sew the raw top and bottom edges of the sling. Simply make a 1/4" hem on each side, being careful when you get to the part where your french seam is, you may have to adjust your machine for the thickness of the three layers of fabric there.
And that's it! You should now have a beautiful new over the shoulder baby holder a.k.a baby sling.
Extras:
My design for the Karma Baby Sling also includes a pocket lined in bias tape and a handy toy ring.
The pocket: If you are not an expert seamstress, I would recommend staying away from the bias tape that we use to line our pockets. It is sometimes difficult to work with. Instead, you can simply cut a square whatever size you want your pocket to be, hem the sides, and then sew it on. We put ours on over the french seam so that the pocket is right in the middle of the sling.
The toy ring:
We use cotton webbing and a d ring for our toy ring. Both of these items can be found at your local sewing shop.
original source: www.mykarmababy.com
Monday, March 1, 2010
Different Types of Baby Slings
Backpack carrier: a backpack carrier where the child is strapped at the back of the carrying adult is a very comfortable baby carrier. With the child secured in it, the parent can work without any obstacles in front. Kitchen chores like chopping, whipping etc. can be done with a baby strapped at the back, though it is best not to go to a lighted stove with the child, even though he will be covered from it by the carrying adult. These are very useful for those want to carry a child during a long walk or even a minor trekking expedition.
Backpack baby carrier is available in several sizes including those designed for carrying grown children. Some come with padded straps, others with metal frames, or may have head rests or sunshades. The larger ones could be a bit heavy and with a grown child in it, it is not something suitable for a frail mom, or a dad with a not very strong back.
Front carrier:
This is generally simpler in design and is better for smaller infants. A front baby carrier is also referred to as classic carrier. It comes in different sizes and adjustable straps. The straps of front baby slings go over the users shoulders, then around the waist, and lock in front. The baby can be placed in it both facing inward and outward. It is extremely useful for nursing mothers.
Wrap carrier:
Also known as Asian baby carrier, or just as wrap-around, a wrap carrier is just a long strip of strong fabric. These are just wrapped around the body of the mom and the babe in a complicated design going around the moms waist and shoulders and finally knotted on the shoulder or at the front. Users can be creative with it and change knotting patterns or position. Wrap carriers are generally made of quilted, colorful material. This is the conventional mode in which women have kept babies tied to their bodies long before factories started churning out baby slings.
Sling carrier:
A sling baby carrier is quite similar to a wrap carrier and basically consists of a long swath of cloth that wind round the mother and child and remain supported by a strap on the shoulder. This in itself has several modifications. In some sling carriers the end points are passed through rings to make securing easy.
Beco baby carrier:
This is a baby carrier with a very flexible design, which can be worn at the back or at the front. Its main advantage is that the same carrier can be used for carrying a newborn as well as a toddler. It has got an infant insert that will let the newborn remain in a raised position. The insert can be removed when the child outgrows its need. These baby slings can be strapped on and off pretty fast and can be folded very compactly when not in use so that transporting it is never a problem.
Backpack baby carrier is available in several sizes including those designed for carrying grown children. Some come with padded straps, others with metal frames, or may have head rests or sunshades. The larger ones could be a bit heavy and with a grown child in it, it is not something suitable for a frail mom, or a dad with a not very strong back.
Front carrier:
This is generally simpler in design and is better for smaller infants. A front baby carrier is also referred to as classic carrier. It comes in different sizes and adjustable straps. The straps of front baby slings go over the users shoulders, then around the waist, and lock in front. The baby can be placed in it both facing inward and outward. It is extremely useful for nursing mothers.
Wrap carrier:
Also known as Asian baby carrier, or just as wrap-around, a wrap carrier is just a long strip of strong fabric. These are just wrapped around the body of the mom and the babe in a complicated design going around the moms waist and shoulders and finally knotted on the shoulder or at the front. Users can be creative with it and change knotting patterns or position. Wrap carriers are generally made of quilted, colorful material. This is the conventional mode in which women have kept babies tied to their bodies long before factories started churning out baby slings.
Sling carrier:
A sling baby carrier is quite similar to a wrap carrier and basically consists of a long swath of cloth that wind round the mother and child and remain supported by a strap on the shoulder. This in itself has several modifications. In some sling carriers the end points are passed through rings to make securing easy.
Beco baby carrier:
This is a baby carrier with a very flexible design, which can be worn at the back or at the front. Its main advantage is that the same carrier can be used for carrying a newborn as well as a toddler. It has got an infant insert that will let the newborn remain in a raised position. The insert can be removed when the child outgrows its need. These baby slings can be strapped on and off pretty fast and can be folded very compactly when not in use so that transporting it is never a problem.
At La Stella Blu we have searched the world far and wide to provide you with the safest, most well made, and stylish baby slings available. With so many baby carriers to choose from like Beco baby carrier and Ergo baby carrier, its a difficult choice.
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Baby Slings - Padded Vs Unpadded
There's a debate going on, almost as intense as digital vs. analog, satellite tv vs. cable. It's padded vs. unpadded. No, it isn't referring to women's underwear. It's the baby sling debate.
For those of you who haven't been up on the Hollywood news of how stars like Julia Roberts, Brooke Shields, and even Brad Pitt carry their children, baby slings are worn over the head and shoulder and often have a ring sewn into the end for adjustability. They are used to carry newborns through tots 4-years old. The slings have been proven to simulate a more womb-like environment for the young child, promoting a happier baby and one more closely bonded to its parent.
But even with such a basic design, there are many variations. One of the biggest differences is whether the sling contains batting sewn into its layers (padded) or is simply fabric without batting (unpadded).
There are pluses and minus to each, it really comes down to these three issues: comfort, ease of use, and support.
For those of you who haven't been up on the Hollywood news of how stars like Julia Roberts, Brooke Shields, and even Brad Pitt carry their children, baby slings are worn over the head and shoulder and often have a ring sewn into the end for adjustability. They are used to carry newborns through tots 4-years old. The slings have been proven to simulate a more womb-like environment for the young child, promoting a happier baby and one more closely bonded to its parent.
But even with such a basic design, there are many variations. One of the biggest differences is whether the sling contains batting sewn into its layers (padded) or is simply fabric without batting (unpadded).
There are pluses and minus to each, it really comes down to these three issues: comfort, ease of use, and support.
- Comfort Padded baby slings typically have padding where the sling hangs on the parent's shoulder. This makes carrying the child more comfortable, which is especially important for extended periods. One brand has side rails sewn together over the shoulder pillow; which doubles their padding and prevents the sides from falling down toward the parent's elbows or pressing into his/her neck, thus keeping the whole sling in better proportion for the wearer. One criticism of the padded baby sling is that the extra batting causes it to get warmer than its unpadded counterpart, especially in the summer months, although cotton batting and fabric will stay cooler than polyester.
- Ease of Use Advocates of the unpadded sling prefer being able to slip the non-bulky sling into a purse. It is also more adjustable than the padded version since padding cannot fit through the ring.
- Support The batting of the padded baby sling serves to support the child's head and legs, simulating how a parent would hold a child. This is important for an infant, and also allows for hands-free nursing. The padded side rails are an extra safeguard against the baby falling out.
To find out more about the Over the Shoulder Baby Sling, which contains twice the padding of the leading brand, visit Baby Slings Direct.com
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Why a Baby Sleep Schedule Works and How Baby Slings Help
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The single most effective method to help a baby sleep is a sleep schedule. Baby slings offer a great tried-and-tested trick to help arrange this schedule. Effective tips make this an easy-to-do way to help your baby sleep well.
In the first months a baby sleep schedule may not easily be arranged, often because many babies have difficulties soothing themselves to sleep. A baby sling makes a good practical solution: baby is easily soothed to sleep at a chosen 'schedule' nap or night bedtime. Once the sleep schedule is well established, putting baby to sleep alone at these times will be much easier.
A sleep schedule for good sleep
Our body - babies and adults alike - reacts optimally to well-timed regular bedtimes. A natural drowsiness helps with falling asleep at the right bedtime and the regular schedule improves the quality and length of sleep. And isn't that what we all want for our babies?
A baby is not born with a well established sleep rhythm. Her body does not even have a day-night rhythm similar to ours, let alone a regular sleep schedule. This explains most of the baby sleep troubles so many sleep deprived parents know all too well. Although some babies do appear to adapt rather quickly to 'life on earth', most do not. As parents, we can help our baby adapt by cleverly supporting her natural sleep patterns and guiding her with a well suited sleep schedule.
How to find the right baby sleep schedule?
The best schedule will be very close to your baby's natural sleep patterns: your baby will go to sleep when she's getting tired and sleepy. Unfortunately, not all babies show us clear signals of when they are becoming tired. What we all do pick up is when a baby gets cranky and starts crying: but then it is really too late. She is then overtired and more difficult to soothe to sleep.
So when trying to find good nap and night bedtimes, look for early sleepy signals:
Even with the right schedule bedtimes, most young babies don't just go to bed with a smile, kiss you good night and are off to sleep...
Also, there are other factors to finding the right schedule too. Your work and family situation, tasks, activities and older siblings all influence baby's schedule. So what do you do if your baby is sleepy exactly at her older brother's school pick-up time?
A baby will take a couple of naps during the day and then go to sleep for the night in the (late) evening. It is helpful to check the typical baby sleep schedule by age as a guide.
Then you adjust according to your baby's sleepy signals and to your family's schedule. To help baby learn to doze off to sleep at these times, a sling is a great aid.
Help instill baby's sleep schedule with a baby sling
Carrying your baby in a sling or other type of baby carrier has many benefits. And you don't have to be an all natural parent to enjoy them. Carrying your baby makes her feel secure, increases bonding and makes her cry less.
But it's also simply a very practical accessory. To help your baby sleep at your chosen sleep schedule times, put her in the sling at that time. Most babies sleep very easily when carried. You can go out for a walk or stay in the house. In any case, you have your hands free so you can go about your usual activities - computer work, chores, errands, school pick-up...
If you do this Baby Sling Trick consistently for a while, at nap times and/or at night time, you will establish a regular sleep schedule. Then, typically after a few weeks, put your baby down to sleep at these times. Most babies will now find it much easier to go to sleep.
To improve this technique further, you will also want to have a bedtime routine in place: a set of fixed activities and words you do with and say to your baby right before bedtime. If you repeat the same things each time, your baby will come to recognise them and associate them with sleep. This is again an ideal cue for the body to get ready for sleep.
Do this bedtime routine also before putting your baby in the sling, and then later when putting her to bed.
Frequently asked questions
Do all babies need a sleep schedule?
Going to sleep at regular times is the proven way for our body to be ready to sleep and therefore the best sleep inducer. That is why a schedule helps so many babies - and adults - sleep better. However, some do not need it all and will even be better off when allowed to sleep when they choose. If your child has this skill, you will know and as long as your are happy with that, there is no need to force a schedule.
Is a sling safe for my baby, and for myself?
Yes a quality, well-fitting sling is safe for your baby and ergonomic for you. Choose the type of baby carrier you need from the different types of baby slings.
Can I also use a stroller to help my baby sleep?
Yes most babies fall asleep very easily when in a stroller or car seat and that can help introduce the sleep schedule as well. It all depends on your preference. However, there are two main disadvantages:
In the first months a baby sleep schedule may not easily be arranged, often because many babies have difficulties soothing themselves to sleep. A baby sling makes a good practical solution: baby is easily soothed to sleep at a chosen 'schedule' nap or night bedtime. Once the sleep schedule is well established, putting baby to sleep alone at these times will be much easier.
A sleep schedule for good sleep
Our body - babies and adults alike - reacts optimally to well-timed regular bedtimes. A natural drowsiness helps with falling asleep at the right bedtime and the regular schedule improves the quality and length of sleep. And isn't that what we all want for our babies?
A baby is not born with a well established sleep rhythm. Her body does not even have a day-night rhythm similar to ours, let alone a regular sleep schedule. This explains most of the baby sleep troubles so many sleep deprived parents know all too well. Although some babies do appear to adapt rather quickly to 'life on earth', most do not. As parents, we can help our baby adapt by cleverly supporting her natural sleep patterns and guiding her with a well suited sleep schedule.
How to find the right baby sleep schedule?
The best schedule will be very close to your baby's natural sleep patterns: your baby will go to sleep when she's getting tired and sleepy. Unfortunately, not all babies show us clear signals of when they are becoming tired. What we all do pick up is when a baby gets cranky and starts crying: but then it is really too late. She is then overtired and more difficult to soothe to sleep.
So when trying to find good nap and night bedtimes, look for early sleepy signals:
- Losing interest in playing or socialising
- Staring
- Not finding a comfortable place to sit or lie down
- Rubbing eyes
- Yawning
Even with the right schedule bedtimes, most young babies don't just go to bed with a smile, kiss you good night and are off to sleep...
Also, there are other factors to finding the right schedule too. Your work and family situation, tasks, activities and older siblings all influence baby's schedule. So what do you do if your baby is sleepy exactly at her older brother's school pick-up time?
A baby will take a couple of naps during the day and then go to sleep for the night in the (late) evening. It is helpful to check the typical baby sleep schedule by age as a guide.
Then you adjust according to your baby's sleepy signals and to your family's schedule. To help baby learn to doze off to sleep at these times, a sling is a great aid.
Help instill baby's sleep schedule with a baby sling
Carrying your baby in a sling or other type of baby carrier has many benefits. And you don't have to be an all natural parent to enjoy them. Carrying your baby makes her feel secure, increases bonding and makes her cry less.
But it's also simply a very practical accessory. To help your baby sleep at your chosen sleep schedule times, put her in the sling at that time. Most babies sleep very easily when carried. You can go out for a walk or stay in the house. In any case, you have your hands free so you can go about your usual activities - computer work, chores, errands, school pick-up...
If you do this Baby Sling Trick consistently for a while, at nap times and/or at night time, you will establish a regular sleep schedule. Then, typically after a few weeks, put your baby down to sleep at these times. Most babies will now find it much easier to go to sleep.
To improve this technique further, you will also want to have a bedtime routine in place: a set of fixed activities and words you do with and say to your baby right before bedtime. If you repeat the same things each time, your baby will come to recognise them and associate them with sleep. This is again an ideal cue for the body to get ready for sleep.
Do this bedtime routine also before putting your baby in the sling, and then later when putting her to bed.
Frequently asked questions
Do all babies need a sleep schedule?
Going to sleep at regular times is the proven way for our body to be ready to sleep and therefore the best sleep inducer. That is why a schedule helps so many babies - and adults - sleep better. However, some do not need it all and will even be better off when allowed to sleep when they choose. If your child has this skill, you will know and as long as your are happy with that, there is no need to force a schedule.
Is a sling safe for my baby, and for myself?
Yes a quality, well-fitting sling is safe for your baby and ergonomic for you. Choose the type of baby carrier you need from the different types of baby slings.
Can I also use a stroller to help my baby sleep?
Yes most babies fall asleep very easily when in a stroller or car seat and that can help introduce the sleep schedule as well. It all depends on your preference. However, there are two main disadvantages:
- Although it does not harm once in a while, sitting in a stroller or car seat for longer periods is not advised. The sitting/half-lying position may hamper baby's motor skills development. A well adapted sling however, guarantees a good body position and promotes optimal motor development.
- With a stroller you will probably need to go out for a walk each time, whereas with a sling it is easier to stay in and go about most activities since you keep your hands free.
Having researched sleep independently for 10 years +, Heidi Holvoet, PhD is a seasoned mother of two and certified breastfeeding counsellor who gives effective sleep advice to parents on Baby-Sleep-Advice.com.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Heidi_Holvoet,_Ph.D.
Should Daddies Wear Baby Slings Too? Well of Course!
Ladies, it's time to include your man in the fun of baby-wearing!When daddy carries baby in a sling the baby is now experiencing the world through daddy's eyes. Baby will experience the conversations and viewpoint of Daddy. This is a great learning experience for baby to see interactions through each parent. Most importantly, this simple act of carrying baby close builds important lifelong bonds. Baby hears dad's heartbeat, and daddies voice and feels the vibration when he speaks. Baby feels safe and secure in daddy's arms, a connection that will last for life.
Baby wearing has become a new occurrence to many people now-a-days but it is something that has been done for centuries all over the world. This ancient practice does not have to be limited to only mommies. Men are finally starting to realize the great benefits of baby wearing too! There have been many recent celebrity sightings of men carrying their babies in slings. Even out in everyday life, take a look around and you will probably spot a few proud dads carrying their baby in a sling too.
Carrying your baby in slings or wraps have been proven to reduce the overall crying of babies by 50 percent. This is because you can tend to your baby's needs much quicker. It's also due to the fact that babies just feel much more content being close to the ones they love. So, if daddy is worried about that fussy baby, have him pop on a sling, put the baby in and watch that little one quickly relax.
What kind of sling should daddy be using? Well just like purchasing a sling for mom, daddy needs to pick the right size for him. Usually the taller and wider a person, the larger the sling will need to be. There are sizing charts at most places that sell slings. Slings come in a multitude of designs and fabrics. Most dads tend to go for the plain, neutral colored slings. My favorite style for daddy baby slings is the Dark Blue Denim fabric. It's plain and simple and comfortable, like a good pair of jeans. But for those daddies out there looking to showcase a more unique style there are plenty of slings out there with prints and designs tailored for men.
Always remember to first learn the proper way to carry baby in the sling. It is quite simple, but it is always good to make sure you are doing everything correctly to increase safety for your baby. Most reputable baby sling companies include instructions on how to safely carry your baby. Some even include DVD's with each order. Always ask the company or other baby wearing parents if you have questions. Happy baby slinging!
Baby wearing has become a new occurrence to many people now-a-days but it is something that has been done for centuries all over the world. This ancient practice does not have to be limited to only mommies. Men are finally starting to realize the great benefits of baby wearing too! There have been many recent celebrity sightings of men carrying their babies in slings. Even out in everyday life, take a look around and you will probably spot a few proud dads carrying their baby in a sling too.
Carrying your baby in slings or wraps have been proven to reduce the overall crying of babies by 50 percent. This is because you can tend to your baby's needs much quicker. It's also due to the fact that babies just feel much more content being close to the ones they love. So, if daddy is worried about that fussy baby, have him pop on a sling, put the baby in and watch that little one quickly relax.
What kind of sling should daddy be using? Well just like purchasing a sling for mom, daddy needs to pick the right size for him. Usually the taller and wider a person, the larger the sling will need to be. There are sizing charts at most places that sell slings. Slings come in a multitude of designs and fabrics. Most dads tend to go for the plain, neutral colored slings. My favorite style for daddy baby slings is the Dark Blue Denim fabric. It's plain and simple and comfortable, like a good pair of jeans. But for those daddies out there looking to showcase a more unique style there are plenty of slings out there with prints and designs tailored for men.
Always remember to first learn the proper way to carry baby in the sling. It is quite simple, but it is always good to make sure you are doing everything correctly to increase safety for your baby. Most reputable baby sling companies include instructions on how to safely carry your baby. Some even include DVD's with each order. Always ask the company or other baby wearing parents if you have questions. Happy baby slinging!
Nala Jones is co-owner of http://www.BabySlingSite.com and has a commitment to spreading the word of baby wearing and the many benefits it includes. Offering a blog community for baby wearers and a variety of baby slings too.
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Baby Slings Benefit Both Parent and Child
Visit any park or mall and you will see them: parents with their babies strapped securely to their chests in a baby sling. Baby slings are chic and vogue today, so they almost seem like a new invention in the world of baby gear. However, baby slings are not a new invention. They have been used for centuries by women across the globe who needed to have their hands free while caring for their infants. Today's baby slings simply offer a comfortable evolution of these older versions.
Benefits of Using a Sling for the Parent
Parents who use baby slings benefit from having their hands free while they care for their babies. This allows them to interact with their other children, shop, do certain types of housework, or even sit at the computer while holding their babies. They also benefit from developing a close, trusting relationship with their new babies.
Another benefit of baby slings for parents is the fact that today's baby slings are easy on the back. Carrying your baby constantly on your hip or shoulder is very trying on the muscles of the back. When used properly, a baby sling distributes the baby's weight more evenly, and even takes some of the weight in the fabric of the sling. This means you could carry your baby all day long without feeling muscle strain in your back. As a side benefit, new mothers' backs get a break when using a baby sling because they are not constantly bending over to pick up their babies.
Breastfeeding mothers benefit from using a baby sling because they provide a way to nurse in public while remaining discrete. Also, holding a baby close to the skin helps the mother produce the hormones that lead to proper milk production.
Benefits of Using a Sling for Babies
Baby slings benefit the infant as much, if not more, than they benefit the mother. Today's baby slings provide the proper support for a new baby's neck and back. Unlike front and back carriers, a sling does not force the baby's legs into an unnatural position, which is very important in the first few months.
Babies benefit from being held in a secure, cozy position that imitates the womb. This can help them transition much more peacefully from the world inside their mothers to the world outside. They also develop a positive bond with their parents or main caregivers, which help them develop emotionally. Babies who are worn in a sling cry much less often than other babies. They can sleep while close to mom, and once they are soundly sleeping mom can transition them easily into their crib for a good nap.
Parents of fussy babies find that a baby sling helps them calm their crying child. When a child is carried in a baby sling, he is constantly moving, much as he was in the womb. This, accompanied by the secure, close hold that is created with a baby sling, allows the baby to calm himself and often fall asleep. Babies who need to be held frequently due to gas or colic can be held without completely limiting the mother's ability to function as a member of the family.
Some parents may wonder if carrying their baby in a sling will make them too attached. This does not happen. Surprisingly, toddlers who were worn in baby slings as babies are usually much more comfortable separating from their parents when they need to do so. Experts believe this is because of the many emotional benefits of using baby slings.
If you're a new parent, a baby sling should be on your list of necessary baby gear. Most slings are relatively inexpensive, the benefits are many, and the bonding it provides is a great way to show your affection to your baby.
Benefits of Using a Sling for the Parent
Parents who use baby slings benefit from having their hands free while they care for their babies. This allows them to interact with their other children, shop, do certain types of housework, or even sit at the computer while holding their babies. They also benefit from developing a close, trusting relationship with their new babies.
Another benefit of baby slings for parents is the fact that today's baby slings are easy on the back. Carrying your baby constantly on your hip or shoulder is very trying on the muscles of the back. When used properly, a baby sling distributes the baby's weight more evenly, and even takes some of the weight in the fabric of the sling. This means you could carry your baby all day long without feeling muscle strain in your back. As a side benefit, new mothers' backs get a break when using a baby sling because they are not constantly bending over to pick up their babies.
Breastfeeding mothers benefit from using a baby sling because they provide a way to nurse in public while remaining discrete. Also, holding a baby close to the skin helps the mother produce the hormones that lead to proper milk production.
Benefits of Using a Sling for Babies
Baby slings benefit the infant as much, if not more, than they benefit the mother. Today's baby slings provide the proper support for a new baby's neck and back. Unlike front and back carriers, a sling does not force the baby's legs into an unnatural position, which is very important in the first few months.
Babies benefit from being held in a secure, cozy position that imitates the womb. This can help them transition much more peacefully from the world inside their mothers to the world outside. They also develop a positive bond with their parents or main caregivers, which help them develop emotionally. Babies who are worn in a sling cry much less often than other babies. They can sleep while close to mom, and once they are soundly sleeping mom can transition them easily into their crib for a good nap.
Parents of fussy babies find that a baby sling helps them calm their crying child. When a child is carried in a baby sling, he is constantly moving, much as he was in the womb. This, accompanied by the secure, close hold that is created with a baby sling, allows the baby to calm himself and often fall asleep. Babies who need to be held frequently due to gas or colic can be held without completely limiting the mother's ability to function as a member of the family.
Some parents may wonder if carrying their baby in a sling will make them too attached. This does not happen. Surprisingly, toddlers who were worn in baby slings as babies are usually much more comfortable separating from their parents when they need to do so. Experts believe this is because of the many emotional benefits of using baby slings.
If you're a new parent, a baby sling should be on your list of necessary baby gear. Most slings are relatively inexpensive, the benefits are many, and the bonding it provides is a great way to show your affection to your baby.
Learn more about baby slings and find out why a baby sling may be the best choice for carrying your child.
David Cummings is General Manager of Bustling Baby, a business devoted to providing baby mobility, comfort, and convenience to active families.
David Cummings is General Manager of Bustling Baby, a business devoted to providing baby mobility, comfort, and convenience to active families.
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So Many Slings, So Little Time! How to Pick the Right Baby Sling For You
Ring slings, pouch slings, or wraps. What is the difference between these baby carriers, and which one should you choose? Depending on your life style and the places you plan to take your baby depend on the type of sling you will want to have.
If you have a lot of errands to run with your little one and seem to visit more than a few stores in a day, the baby sling - pouch style, seems to be a very convenient choice. You can keep it folded in your purse and quickly put it over your shoulder and place baby inside easily and quickly. You don't have to worry about buckles, ties, or rings. Just over the shoulder and baby goes in the holder. Easy as that!
The baby sling, pouch style, is pretty versatile for all situations, and offers easy and discreet breast feeding. When breast feeding, the baby is already in the perfect position while placed in the sling. The sling has just enough fabric on the edges to accommodate a private feeding area for baby and mommy.
The baby wrap, which is different than a regular sling, involves a little more setup time but can be done quickly as well, once you get the hang of it. It is a long piece of sturdy yet soft fabric that you wrap around your body and baby in a specific way that encloses baby safely. This might be a good solution if you plan to be out at an event for a few hours and you don't need to take baby out for a while, because of the time it takes to re-tie. It could be used if you're at a fair or concert for example.
Ring slings are very similar to the baby pouch style but you can adjust the slings length, therefore making the pouch area more or less snug. This is also a good sling for quick on and off situations, but a few extra moments might be spent getting the fabric through the ring and some may not like the extra piece of fabric that hangs through the ring. This could cause annoyance for some people. Although this piece of fabric could also serve as an extra cover during breast feeding.
People can own several different baby carriers to account for these different situations, but usually one baby sling can be used for all situations easily; it simply depends on what you find works best for you.
If you have a lot of errands to run with your little one and seem to visit more than a few stores in a day, the baby sling - pouch style, seems to be a very convenient choice. You can keep it folded in your purse and quickly put it over your shoulder and place baby inside easily and quickly. You don't have to worry about buckles, ties, or rings. Just over the shoulder and baby goes in the holder. Easy as that!
The baby sling, pouch style, is pretty versatile for all situations, and offers easy and discreet breast feeding. When breast feeding, the baby is already in the perfect position while placed in the sling. The sling has just enough fabric on the edges to accommodate a private feeding area for baby and mommy.
The baby wrap, which is different than a regular sling, involves a little more setup time but can be done quickly as well, once you get the hang of it. It is a long piece of sturdy yet soft fabric that you wrap around your body and baby in a specific way that encloses baby safely. This might be a good solution if you plan to be out at an event for a few hours and you don't need to take baby out for a while, because of the time it takes to re-tie. It could be used if you're at a fair or concert for example.
Ring slings are very similar to the baby pouch style but you can adjust the slings length, therefore making the pouch area more or less snug. This is also a good sling for quick on and off situations, but a few extra moments might be spent getting the fabric through the ring and some may not like the extra piece of fabric that hangs through the ring. This could cause annoyance for some people. Although this piece of fabric could also serve as an extra cover during breast feeding.
People can own several different baby carriers to account for these different situations, but usually one baby sling can be used for all situations easily; it simply depends on what you find works best for you.
Nala Jones is co-owner of http://www.BabySlingSite.com and has a commitment to spreading the word of baby wearing and the many benefits it includes. Offering a blog community for baby wearers and a variety of baby slings too.
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
What is Baby Sling
A "baby sling" is a piece of cloth that supports an infant or other small child from a carer's body. The use of a baby sling is called babywearing.
Ring slings
Father wearing son in a ring sling made out of Guatemalan ikat cotton.
These are baby carriers that use dynamic tension, a length of cloth and metal (such as aluminum) or nylon rings. One end of the cloth is sewn to two rings. The cloth wraps around the wearer's body from shoulder to opposite hip and back up to the shoulder, and the end is threaded through the rings to create a buckle effect. The baby sits or lies in the resulting pocket. Once a sling is threaded, it can be taken off and put back on without rethreading. A threaded sling forms a loop of cloth. The wearer can put one arm and the head through the loop of cloth to put the sling back on.
When the baby is in the carrier, the baby's weight puts tension on the fabric, and the combination of fabric tension, friction of fabric surfaces against each other and the rings combine to "lock" the sling in position. This type of sling can adjust to different wearers' sizes and accommodate different wearing positions easily: the wearer supports the baby's weight with one hand and uses the other hand to pull more fabric through the rings to tighten or loosen the sling.
Ring slings may be padded or unpadded at the shoulder, have padded or unpadded edges or "rails", and the "tail" of the sling may be open or closed. Some "hybrid" ring slings have curved seats sewn into the body, similar to the seam in a pouch. Ring slings are most closely related in use to the Mexican rebozo, the rings take the place of the knot.
Variation is also found in how the rings attach to the cloth, commonly referred to as "shoulder style". Basic shoulder styles include gathered, pleated, "hot dog" or "center fold", pouch-style (folded in half) and many variations.
Sometimes called "tube", "pocket" or "ringless" slings, these are generally formed by a wide piece of fabric sewn into a tubular shape.Simple, or fitted pouches do not have rings or other hardware. Adjustable pouches may adjust with zippers, snaps, buckles, clips, rings, drawstrings, velcro, and other methods. Most pouches have a curve sewn in to shape the cloth to the parent's body and hold the baby more securely than a simple straight tube. The wearer slips the pouch over the head and one shoulder, sash-style, creating a pocket or seat to hold the baby in.
Father wearing daughter in a homemade stretchy wrap sling, aka, a SPOC.
Wraps (sometimes called "wraparounds" or "wraparound slings") are lengths of fabric (usually between 2 metres and 6 metres, or 2.5-7 yards long, and 15-30 inches wide), which are wrapped around both the baby and the wearer and then tied. There are different carrying positions possible with a wrap, depending on the length of the fabric. A baby or toddler can be carried on the wearer's front, back or hip. With shorter wraps it is possible to do a one-shouldered carry, similar to those done with a pouch or a ring sling, although most carries involve the fabric going over both shoulders of the wearer and often around the waist to offer maximum support.
There are two main types of wrap - stretchy and woven. Stretchy wraps are generally made of knits such as jersey or interlock. It is easy to take babies in and out of a stretchy wrap. This can be easier for the wearer as the sling often remains tied on and the baby is lifted out and put back in as required. Several factors influence stretchiness: carriers with any spandex or lycra content will tend to be very stretchy, carriers which are 100% cotton or other natural fibers will tend to have less lengthwise stretch. Woven wraps are pieces of woven fabric of varying thickness. Natural fibers are usually chosen, with cotton being the most common, but hemp, linen, silk and wool are also used. A variety of weaves are used. Most common are homespun or handwoven fabrics with simple over-under weaves, twills and jaquards. Most weaves provide some give or stretch diagonally.
Pieces of cloth can be turned into slings by wrapping the fabric around the carrier and the baby and either tying it with knots or using a twist and tuck method to secure the ends. Rebozos (Mexico), mantas (Peru), kangas (Africa) and selendangs (Indonesia) are all rectangular pieces of cloth but are tied or wrapped in many different ways. Wraps are also simple pieces of cloth. The term "SPOC" was coined by Tracy Dower to include any carrier which was not pre-sewn into a specific shape.
Traditionally, the Chinese mei tai was a square or nearly square piece of cloth with parallel unpadded straps emerging from the sides of each corner. It was traditionally secured by bringing all the straps together in a twist with the ends tucked. A variation on the traditional mei tai was popularized in Australia in the 1960s. There are now hundreds of different brands of mei tai available with a variety of features, but the longer straps, taller body and wrap-style tying method are found in almost all of them. Mei tais are suitable for front or back carries with children ranging from birth to as heavy as a parent can support.
The podaegi (also spelled podegi) is a Korean carrier with a medium to large rectangle of fabric hanging from a very long strap. Traditionally the rectangle is quilted for warmth and wraps around the mother's torso, while the straps are wrapped snug under the baby's bottom and tied around to the front to support and secure the baby on the mother's back. Western interest in the podaegi style has led to new wrapping methods which do go over the shoulders, and to narrower "blankets". Variants of this shape include the Hmong carrier and the Chinese bei bei. Hmong carriers and bei beis are both customarily used with over-the-shoulder wrapping and often have stiff sections which help provide head support or block wind.
Traditional babywearing in Japan was done with a wrap carry, using an obi (sash). In the 1940s, a carrier known as the onbuhimo became popular. Similar to the Hmong and Mei tai carriers, the onbuhimo has long top straps and a rectangular body. But at the bottom of the rectangle, loops or rings allow the top straps to be threaded through and tightened, while the straps are tied at the waist. The body is much smaller than the bodies of most mei tais and other Asian-style carriers, and the onbuhimo is traditionally used on the back. Variations may have stiff headrests or padding in the body.
Variations of these basic shapes can be found elsewhere in the world. Mei-tai-like carriers were used in places as diverse as Sweden and Africa.
Traditionally, baby slings and carriers were simply adaptations of whatever a culture normally used to carry anything heavy. Baskets, calabashes, animal skins, and wooden carrying structures have all been adapted to carry infants and children. Inuit mothers continue to use the packing parka or amauti to carry children. In the west, this phenomenon has resulted in a variety of carriers based on camping backpacks. One design, used in New Guinea, resembles a small Mayan-style hammock, in which an infant or child is either carried in a net on the back of an adult, or hung on a tree branch or house beam. Historical photographs of indigenous peoples show babies worn in sashes, baskets and nets hung from the parent's forehead. Cradleboards and carriers hung from one shoulder like a purse have also been documented in several cultures.
Modern structured hip carriers, soft structured carriers which can be used on front or back, structured front packs and hard-framed backpacks are also used. Hip carriers may be closely related to ring slings or they may be more closely related to a mei tai, and several different types of fasteners are used in different models. Most of the soft structured carriers are loosely based on the traditional mei tai, with buckles, padding and clips added.
Baby Slings - Why You Need One
Looking for a great first baby carrier? Then consider one of the best things ever to happen to modern parenthood - a baby sling.
A baby sling is a baby carrier made out of fabric that wraps around the wearer's body from his or her shoulder to the opposite hip and back up to the shoulder, creating a pocket for the baby to sit or lie down. Very common in many cultures around the world, the use of baby slings, or "baby wearing" as it is sometimes called, is gaining popularity in the United States as parents are realizing the many benefits associated with baby slings.
Benefits of Baby Slings
o Baby slings are "hands-free." They allow your baby to be with you at all times when you are running errands or tending to chores around the house.
o The baby finds comfort in the sling environment which simulates the pressure, motion and warmth sensations they experienced before birth in the womb.
o Slings are great bonding tools for fathers, grandparents and other caregivers.
o Slings may aid in reducing crying and colic, and lower the baby's stress hormones.
o Slings often make it easier to nurse in public.
o A baby sling can be used for newborns and babies up to 35 lbs.
One of the more popular types of baby slings is the pouch sling, also referred to as the tube or pocket sling, where the baby is carried in a semi-prone position. This type of sling often fits around one arm, with baby hanging at about stomach level. There are other types of slings which can be worn like a backpack, with the baby facing in or facing out.
Using a baby sling is often more convenient than trying to carry your baby around in his or her car seat, and much easier on the back. A baby sling also provides a great way to carry your baby around if you don't want to pack a bulky stroller.
Padded or Unpadded?
Padded or unpadded, that is the question many parents must decide, and there are pros and cons to both. Many parents like padded slings because they give their baby's head some support, and feels more comfortable on the shoulders. Many parents dislike padded slings because they feel padding makes the sling too bulky, and keeps the sling from being adjusted very tightly because the padding won't move through the rings. They also like unpadded slings because they are more easily shared between two people of different sizes. One option would be to choose a lightly padded baby sling which gives support to the baby's head, yet lightly padded enough to slip through the rings.
Popular Brands of Baby Slings
Popular brands of baby slings include Maya Wrap, The Peanut Shell, Moby Wrap, and Hotslings, and will generally cost in the neighborhood of $35 to $70. For hot summer days you might want to check out slings made out of Solarveil(TM) , a breathable material with UV protection, blocking out 95% of the sun's harmful rays. You can also use the Solarveil (TM) sling in the pool, shower or beach.
Baby Sling Tips
When using baby slings, it's important to keep the following in mind:
o A baby sling should not be used instead of a car seat or other infant protection device.
o Do wear your baby in a carrier while cooking at the stove or oven, as there is the risk of hot substances splashing on your baby.
o Always keep one hand on your baby when bending over, to prevent your baby from accidentally falling out.
o Remember that babies can be bumped by doorways or sharp corners, so be aware of those things while walking with your baby.
Shari Hearn is a writer and creator of Expecting Baby website, where you can read about such things as MacLaren Baby Strollers review.
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A baby sling is a baby carrier made out of fabric that wraps around the wearer's body from his or her shoulder to the opposite hip and back up to the shoulder, creating a pocket for the baby to sit or lie down. Very common in many cultures around the world, the use of baby slings, or "baby wearing" as it is sometimes called, is gaining popularity in the United States as parents are realizing the many benefits associated with baby slings.
Benefits of Baby Slings
o Baby slings are "hands-free." They allow your baby to be with you at all times when you are running errands or tending to chores around the house.
o The baby finds comfort in the sling environment which simulates the pressure, motion and warmth sensations they experienced before birth in the womb.
o Slings are great bonding tools for fathers, grandparents and other caregivers.
o Slings may aid in reducing crying and colic, and lower the baby's stress hormones.
o Slings often make it easier to nurse in public.
o A baby sling can be used for newborns and babies up to 35 lbs.
One of the more popular types of baby slings is the pouch sling, also referred to as the tube or pocket sling, where the baby is carried in a semi-prone position. This type of sling often fits around one arm, with baby hanging at about stomach level. There are other types of slings which can be worn like a backpack, with the baby facing in or facing out.
Using a baby sling is often more convenient than trying to carry your baby around in his or her car seat, and much easier on the back. A baby sling also provides a great way to carry your baby around if you don't want to pack a bulky stroller.
Padded or Unpadded?
Padded or unpadded, that is the question many parents must decide, and there are pros and cons to both. Many parents like padded slings because they give their baby's head some support, and feels more comfortable on the shoulders. Many parents dislike padded slings because they feel padding makes the sling too bulky, and keeps the sling from being adjusted very tightly because the padding won't move through the rings. They also like unpadded slings because they are more easily shared between two people of different sizes. One option would be to choose a lightly padded baby sling which gives support to the baby's head, yet lightly padded enough to slip through the rings.
Popular Brands of Baby Slings
Popular brands of baby slings include Maya Wrap, The Peanut Shell, Moby Wrap, and Hotslings, and will generally cost in the neighborhood of $35 to $70. For hot summer days you might want to check out slings made out of Solarveil(TM) , a breathable material with UV protection, blocking out 95% of the sun's harmful rays. You can also use the Solarveil (TM) sling in the pool, shower or beach.
Baby Sling Tips
When using baby slings, it's important to keep the following in mind:
o A baby sling should not be used instead of a car seat or other infant protection device.
o Do wear your baby in a carrier while cooking at the stove or oven, as there is the risk of hot substances splashing on your baby.
o Always keep one hand on your baby when bending over, to prevent your baby from accidentally falling out.
o Remember that babies can be bumped by doorways or sharp corners, so be aware of those things while walking with your baby.
Shari Hearn is a writer and creator of Expecting Baby website, where you can read about such things as MacLaren Baby Strollers review.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Shari_Hearn
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Top Tips to Hold Your Baby Close
If you are looking for an over the shoulder baby sling that is very comfortable you should try the Over the Shoulder Baby Holder. This is actually a manufacturing company that makes baby slings and they call it the OTSBH.
Many baby experts have gone on record to say that this is the best over the shoulder baby carrier you can get for you and your child. The nice thing about this particular baby sling is the fact that it looks so comfortable for the baby. It is as though your child is snuggled into this pouch and is safe and warm.
This baby holder is made of durable fabric and it is the only one that works with the naturalness of your body. It also gives you a variety of ways to wear your baby and accommodates as your baby grows.
Whether you like to carry your baby in the front next to your heart or on your hip, or you like to cradle her or him, this over the shoulder baby holder baby sling will give you the versatility you need.
The people who make the OTSBH have been in business since 1987 so you know this is a product you can trust. They are in the business of making baby slings so they have perfected this through probably thousands of babies.
Another great idea is that they have a variety of styles, colors with the opportunity to change sizes as your baby grows. They also offer distributorships for those people who are looking for a small business.
Reasons You Should Wear Over the Shoulder Baby Slings:
There are many reasons that wearing your baby is a better idea and here are a few from the developers of the Over The Shoulder Baby Holder:
This over the shoulder baby holder baby sling is a great sling for parents and babies. Art Gib writes for many baby and family online publications including HugaMonkey. Art is an avid over the shoulder baby holder [http://www.hugamonkey.com/over-shoulder-baby-holder] supporter because of the positive impact it can have on families. For more information regarding baby slings, visit [http://www.hugamonkey.com/over-shoulder-baby-holder]
Many baby experts have gone on record to say that this is the best over the shoulder baby carrier you can get for you and your child. The nice thing about this particular baby sling is the fact that it looks so comfortable for the baby. It is as though your child is snuggled into this pouch and is safe and warm.
This baby holder is made of durable fabric and it is the only one that works with the naturalness of your body. It also gives you a variety of ways to wear your baby and accommodates as your baby grows.
Whether you like to carry your baby in the front next to your heart or on your hip, or you like to cradle her or him, this over the shoulder baby holder baby sling will give you the versatility you need.
The people who make the OTSBH have been in business since 1987 so you know this is a product you can trust. They are in the business of making baby slings so they have perfected this through probably thousands of babies.
Another great idea is that they have a variety of styles, colors with the opportunity to change sizes as your baby grows. They also offer distributorships for those people who are looking for a small business.
Reasons You Should Wear Over the Shoulder Baby Slings:
There are many reasons that wearing your baby is a better idea and here are a few from the developers of the Over The Shoulder Baby Holder:
- You promote physical development -- a baby that is in a baby sling is able to move more freely and you will have more mobility. When you need to you can use it as a changing pad, cushion or blanket.
- Babies worn in baby slings are happier babies -- As you may know, studies show that babies that are held more often are less fussy. When you wear your baby in an OTSBH they are more involved with you and the world around them.
- Baby wearing is healthy for you -- As you work with a baby sling like this one you will get your exercise. You will be more comfortable carrying your baby so you will not have to worry so much about getting out and walking. You will naturally do this and walking is a good way for your baby to go to sleep.
This over the shoulder baby holder baby sling is a great sling for parents and babies. Art Gib writes for many baby and family online publications including HugaMonkey. Art is an avid over the shoulder baby holder [http://www.hugamonkey.com/over-shoulder-baby-holder] supporter because of the positive impact it can have on families. For more information regarding baby slings, visit [http://www.hugamonkey.com/over-shoulder-baby-holder]
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