Now that is a question that may be difficult for new parents to answer without some insight on a Sling Baby Carrier. I hope to accomplish that in this article.
Carrying your baby in a sling or pouch is also referred to as baby wearing. There are a number of benefits to baby wearing. Our babies start out in the uterus for a period of nine months, where our breath and heartbeats are their constant companion which makes them feel warm and safe. But once they are born, it is a completely new world for them and us as well. Fortunately for us, we can baby wear, which in a way simulates the womb and brings the baby right back to us. Baby wearing provides that closeness again, while providing baby with benefits to development, both emotionally and physically. "The fourth trimester," which is what this first period after birth is sometimes referred to, and for good reason. It is an adjustment period for us and a totally new period for the baby as well as they transition into this new world and it is a very good time to provide the need and extra comfort of baby wearing at this time. Baby wearing is not limited to just the mother, but partners or caregivers can baby wear. Allowing a bonding between them and baby as well.
"Oxytocin, has been referred to as the great facilitator of life by some researchers." Oxytocin also affects emotional, cognitive, and social behaviors thus when baby wearing it stimulates the emotional feeling of happiness in the baby and every parent likes a happy baby. This also results in a more intimate parental bond. Bonding may be the biggest and best reason for baby wearing, but there are other reasons as well. One of which is convenience. How nice it is to just place the baby in the Sling Baby Carrier or whichever type you have chosen, and off you go to do cleaning, shopping, walking, hiking or whatever it is that you need to do all the while you are bonding and positively impacting your baby's well being and development. And, both parent and child are enjoying this baby wearing process.
Following is a brief synopsis of the benefits of baby wearing:
* Fourth Trimester bonding.
* Aids in baby's development, physically and emotionally.
* SIDS and flat-head syndrome decreased risk.
* Breastfeeding can be done on the go (more to come on this topic in a separate article).
* Hands-free for parent.
* Promotes early language development.
* Fosters a closeness even though toddler hood.
* Convenience.
* Baby is happier.
* Healthy for you.
* Bonding tool for others with baby as well.
* Safe place for baby to be.
* Economical.
* Fun.
Baby wearing reminds the baby that they are in a safe place as they feel the warmth of your body and hear your heartbeat along with their own.
The Second Six Months: Moving Up - Part Six
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The Second Six Months: Moving Up - Part Five
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The Second Six Months: Moving Up - Part Four
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