All about baby slings

When it comes to carrying your baby with ease baby sling carriers are the go-to carrier for most moms for several reasons.

Affordability. Slings are the only carriers that you can use from birth until age three. Frontpack baby carriers and backpack baby carriers have a minimum weight that many babies won’t reach until around three months or so. Frontpacks also have a limited maximum weight, and can be used only for babies – not toddlers. Slings can be used with infants and can be worn in seven different positions as the baby grows into toddlerhood.

Variety. Baby slings are available in a wide array of styles, from the simple pouch that you slip on and pop baby into or the ring sling that allows you to tighten/loosen the sling. When the baby slings are not in use, they can be easily tucked in your diaper bag (this is especially true for the pouch style sling which is small), also you can conveniently pop your baby in the sling in just a few seconds. They are extremely versatile; your baby can snuggle close to your chest or stomach, can lie flat on her/his back and can even lie cradled in the sling. This gives a feeling of extreme closeness to both the baby and the parent.

Looks. There is a reason why slings have become so popular with celebs lately – it conveniently hides the post-baby belly bulge! And it’s like a mini-workout, carrying your baby around tightens your muscles! (But my favorite reason is admittedly a bit superficial- no bald spot on the back of baby’s head! Unlike a car seat or nap nanny, baby slings support the entire head at once instead of one particular spot.)

Doctor-recommended. Author of the best-selling “The Baby Book,” Dr. William Sears, recommends slings to all his new moms. Studies show that carrying baby in a natural fetal position is beneficial for many reasons – it reduces crying, it allows for healthy spinal development and builds a natural bond between parent and child. Easy-to-use. Adjustable pouch style sling baby carriers are super easy to use – just slip it over your head and tuck baby inside.

Discreet breastfeeding. Unlike nursing cover-ups which practically scream “I’m pulling out my breast!” baby slings are capable of providing complete privacy while nursing or breastfeeding baby in public – without anyone knowing. The baby can be comfortably nestled deep inside the fabric of the baby sling, ensuring full privacy and you can easily see what you are doing.

Simple bottle feeding, too. Sling baby carriers are great for bottle feeding as well – it puts baby at the perfect height and position and allows you to have your hands free to hold the bottle and all the while you are able to walk around.

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