It’s You and Me Baby

Bonding with your baby is one of life’s greatest joys.

Archive for June, 2009

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Fortunately for people who like to hold their children in a baby carrying sling there is a sling for every season.  There are fleece slings for the colder months and climates and there are mesh slings for summer and being in the water.  Mesh slings are not only breathable and dry quickly when wet but they also provide UV protection.  Kangaroo Korner makes great water slings.

A held baby is a happy baby.

June 23, 2009, Author: Kristen

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Experts agree and research shows that children who are held more cry less and are more content.  If you are out and about you’ll see.  Children in strollers typically will want to get out.  Not true for children carried in a baby sling, front pack or back pack.  Parents also have the comfort of knowing baby is close and safe.  You don’t have to manuever a baby sling through doors and over curbs.  Since baby’s weight is distributed evenly you also don’t have the physical stress of carrying your child single-handedly on your hip.  Join the babywearing revolution.

Essential baby gear

June 17, 2009, Author: Kristen

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Ever see that mother or father wearing his or her baby in a baby sling.  They make it seems so effortless and comfortable.  In addition the baby is usually content.  Well, of all the baby gear to have a fabric baby sling or wrap should be at the top of the list.  It’s easy to transport, put on, and take off.  Babies feel safe, secure, and content.  It takes some practice and getting used to but once you have the hang of it it’s the best.

Newborn babies want to feel like they are still in the womb.  It takes time for them to get used to life in the world.  They like the things that simulate the womb.  For example, wearing your baby in a fabric baby sling or a wrap provides the warmth of mom’s body, a snug enclosed feeling, the sound of her heart beat, and the motion of her movement.  Not to mention the protection from older siblings!  It also frees us mom’s hands making it very convenient and is wonderful for parent-infant bonding.