It’s You and Me Baby

Pouch baby slings are perfect for young infants because babies can just curl up in the pouch and be comforted by the the heart beat they feel in your chest, the rhythm of your breathing and the warmth of your body.  These are all things that mimick being in the womb and are quite soothing.  However, pouches like the Kangaroo Korner Adjustable Pouch (pictured here) are perfect for older infants and toddlers who either just want to be close to you on your hip or who you want to stay with you when the situation warrants it.

The term “ergonomics” is thrown around somewhat liberally, but few people have a solid understanding of what it actually means or entails. Customers rush to buy ergo baby slings, keywords, backrests and other merchandise, but are the extra costs really worth it? The answer from experts is an almost unanimous “yes”!

Ergonomics is an actual science that works to design products that properly fit the user and reduce strain and repetitive stress injuries. Not only do the products work to increase your health, but their anatomically correct design has also been proven to increase productivity. While many of us may think that this science is relatively new, the earliest developments of ergo technology can be traced back to Hippocrates and ancient Greece.

Holding your baby alot is a wonderful feeling and babies love it but using just one arm to do it certainly can start to feel like it’s weighing you down.  Well, don’t miss out on all the holding possible but consider making it easier on you.  When you wear your baby in a comfortable sling-type baby carrier like a ring sling or baby wrap carrier you end up making the weight of the child seem lighter by distributing the weight across your back, shoulders and whole body.

Whether you like carrying your baby on your front, back or hip you can wear your baby in a comfortable baby sling carrier.  Go about your day while enjoying your baby without getting worn out!  Let’s face it.  Being responsible for raising children is a great joy but also very demanding.  By wearing your child this way you can bond with him or her while taking care of a household and other children if you have them.  Babywearing is a win-win situation.

One of the oldest known forms of a baby carrier is the Chinese mei tei. This Asian baby carrier was originally simply a square piece of cloth that was outfitted with parallel straps that were twisted together to secure the child. In the 1960s a contemporary version of the mei tai was developed and popularized in Australia, and since then, there have been hundreds of variations on the carrier.

One of the most popular modern forms of the mei tai is the Maya Tie. It features the same general design but is constructed with high quality materials and is available in a variety of colors and designs. This carrier is much safer than the old-fashioned model and provides increased comfort for the parent and the child.

There are so many great reasons to wear babies in  sling- or wrap-type baby carriers.  Parents and caregivers quickly realize that carrying their babies in a baby sling is very comfortable and convenient but what they might not realize are all the wonderful things it does for babies.  Babies worn like this are more content and cry less.  Maybe it’s because they feel the rhythm of mom’s heart beat or the father’s warmth.  Or maybe it’s because parents respond to baby’s needs more quickly because they are more in tune with their needs and cues.  Whichever the reasons all of the above is better for baby.  Wearing your baby increases bonding between parent and child.  Also, baby feels more safe and secure.  This will translate later to more self-esteem and actually being able to separate from parents when the child is older and more mobile.  Don’t forget that there is a window of opportunity for wearing your baby because he or she will not be a baby for long! 

There is no doubt about it motherhood is physically demanding.  With all the lifting, carrying and bending the demands on a mother’s body are no small consideration.  It’s not just the children one lifts and carries it’s also the gear.  Well, if you want to take some of the physical burden away then try a sling baby carrier.  The wonderful thing about these type of baby carriers is that the child moves with you through your day and through your chores and his or her weight is even distributed across your body.  You are also able to read the child’s cues more quickly which reduces everyone’s frustration.  Siblings also love it when younger children are worn this way because it frees up mom’s hands to meet their needs as well.

Baby slings, also known as ring slings and wrap baby carriers, have been an integral part of nursing, holding and mothering a child for centuries throughout almost every culture. There is a closeness that a sling provides that no other method of holding a baby can.  Fortunately in recent years the many benefits and advantages of holding or carrying your child in a baby sling or wrap have become well-known.  Subsequently many wonderful products have come to the market place.  Each type of carrier has its advantages and disadvantages.  But they all have advantages.  The advantages are both for child and parent which makes it such a winning piece of baby gear.  For example, baby feels safe and secure being close to his or her caregiver.  This leads to good self-esteem and separating easily from the parent as a toddler and preschooler.  Forming loving bonds with caregivers helps children establish relationships with others more easily down the road.  Mom or dad benefit from the convenience of having baby close and hands free to attend to other children or the multitude of chores and tasks involved in maintaining a home and raising children.