Tag Archives: baby carriers

Baby Wearing

The practice of wearing one’s baby is not really common here in the United States. Although it is becoming more common, most women schlep babies around in a stroller. So why would you want to carry your baby around all day? The benefits, although not widely publicized, are well researched in sociological studies. Baby wearing is quite common in other parts of the world. Here are some reasons why: 1. Wearing your baby allows you to get things done and soothe your fussy baby. It also is very convenient for breastfeeding. 2. Your baby cries up to 46% less! I … Continue reading →

Ready or Not: Here They Come

As you may have noticed, it’s multiples week here at the Baby blog. We’ve talked about the concerns you may have with caring for your multiples after birth. We’ve talked about the difficulties in feeding and care. Now let’s talk about the other challenge that you will be preparing for both before and after the birth of your multiples. Double Your Shopping Shopping for a single baby is demanding enough. Common thought is just to buy two of everything when you’re shopping for your twins. So the question is – do you really need to shop for two? Do you … Continue reading →

Baby Carriers 101

This new trend is hard to miss- babies worldwide are being “worn” by their parents like accessories! The baby sling is the new handbag! But baby-wearing isn’t about fashion; it’s about better bonding, happier babies, easier feedings and parenting convenience. It may be a new trend in the Western World, but baby-wearing is as old as mankind; it crosses all cultural and economic divides. Baby-wearing frees up parental hands to take care of other duties, even while breastfeeding. Babies tend to sleep easier and stay content longer while being carried and this benefits everyone! As baby-wearing has increased in popularity … Continue reading →