Why babywear?
People come to Babywearing for a variety of reasons. They may have a baby or child that wants to be held or they may just need the convenience of having free hands. Perhaps travelling on public transport or through airports seems easier when babywearing as you don't have to navigate a buggy through crowded areas or wait on lifts when you can take the stairs instead. With the huge range of babywearing accessories on the market, there are many products for babywearers, such as raincoats, fleece jackets and sun covers so that you can babywear comfortably, regardless of the weather. Setting aside the practical side of it, there really is nothing nicer than those lovely cuddly snuggles you get when carrying your child. From those precious newborn days, wrapped in a sling on your chest, and as they get older, perched upon your hip in the sling as they watch the world go by with you right by their side, and as they grow, the feeling of your toddler nestled into the warmth of your back for a snooze after a long walk. Whatever your reasons for babywearing, there are many proven benefits to both the wearer and the child. Happy Babywearing!
Bonding
Keeping your baby close helps with bonding, releases oxytocin and gives you endless cuddles and snuggles with your little one.
Did you ever wonder why you loved to smell the top of your baby’s head? According to a new study conducted at the University of Montreal, the smell of a newborn "taps into the pleasure centres of a woman's brain" and gives us an innate desire to care for our helpless little infant. (Nothing like that newborn baby smell and it’s on tap while you’re babywearing!)
Convenience
Most carriers offer various positions such as front carries, back carries and hip carries. In most cases, you’ll be hands free or at least have one hand free. This leaves you free to go about your day doing all those things that have to be done such as eating and drinking, housework, shopping, caring for your other children, using public transport; Oh the possibilities are endless!
Feeding
Carrying your baby close to you allows you to pick up on your baby’s feeding cues, helps maintain prolactin and oxytocin levels (which are important in the release of milk). Once the skill of breastfeeding has been mastered separately to babywearing, it is possible to combine both and you can learn to nurse in a sling.
It is also possible to bottle feed in a sling, once your baby is sturdy enough and able to be positioned (upright) in a comfortable position to allow adequate room for the bottle.
Baby’s Health
Babies who are carried tend to fuss and cry less.
Babies who suffer from reflux do well with being carried in an upright position for 30mins or more after a feed.
Babies who are carried a lot in their first year benefit from social and physical development and a strong bond with their parents.
Bonding
Keeping your baby close helps with bonding, releases oxytocin and gives you endless cuddles and snuggles with your little one.
Did you ever wonder why you loved to smell the top of your baby’s head? According to a new study conducted at the University of Montreal, the smell of a newborn "taps into the pleasure centres of a woman's brain" and gives us an innate desire to care for our helpless little infant. (Nothing like that newborn baby smell and it’s on tap while you’re babywearing!)
Convenience
Most carriers offer various positions such as front carries, back carries and hip carries. In most cases, you’ll be hands free or at least have one hand free. This leaves you free to go about your day doing all those things that have to be done such as eating and drinking, housework, shopping, caring for your other children, using public transport; Oh the possibilities are endless!
Feeding
Carrying your baby close to you allows you to pick up on your baby’s feeding cues, helps maintain prolactin and oxytocin levels (which are important in the release of milk). Once the skill of breastfeeding has been mastered separately to babywearing, it is possible to combine both and you can learn to nurse in a sling.
It is also possible to bottle feed in a sling, once your baby is sturdy enough and able to be positioned (upright) in a comfortable position to allow adequate room for the bottle.
Baby’s Health
Babies who are carried tend to fuss and cry less.
Babies who suffer from reflux do well with being carried in an upright position for 30mins or more after a feed.
Babies who are carried a lot in their first year benefit from social and physical development and a strong bond with their parents.
