When my first son was born, I knew that I wanted to start wearing him in a baby sling as soon as I could. I had read a great deal about babywearing, and at my baby shower I was lucky enough to receive not just one but two baby slings. Before Dylan was born, I read the instructions that came with each of the slings, and they both stated that they were designed for babies weighing eight pounds and up. When Dylan was born, he weighed under seven pounds. It seemed as though I would not be able to use … Continue reading →