If the thought of pushing a cumbersome stroller through a busy high street fills you with dread, or manoeuvring a pram through the glass wear section in a department store is the stuff of nightmares, then the versatile nature of baby carriers mean they are becoming an increasingly popular choice among parents.
Some baby carriers can even be used for children up to toddler age as they can put the weight squarely on the hips, although many parents will choose just to use one while their baby is still small and light enough to carried everywhere.
According to expert healthcarers, parents say should carry their babies as much as possible, beginning right after birth. As well as reducing the risk of a mum developing postpartum depression, 'wearing your baby' can calm a fractious or colicky baby.
Along with providing comfort for baby, from a practical stance, baby carriers leave your arms and hands free to get on with your daily tasks, safe in the knowledge your little one is tucked away in there.
There is an increasing variety of baby carriers on the market to suit your needs. A sling will come with or without padding and has adjustable rings for added fit and comfort. The section of material will lay across the body and over the shoulder, keeping your baby close to your chest at all times and allowing mums to breastfeed with ease.
Wraps are a great option for parents wanting more versatility with their baby carrier. Like the sling, a wrap is a large section of fabric that is usually worn around the body and over both shoulders and it has the option of being worn in a variety of ways to suit you and your baby's needs. They don't have the same comfort and padding as a front carrier and can be a little fiddly and time consuming putting them on and taking them off, but they are another great option for discreet breastfeeding.
Most people will be more familiar with the front carriers which consist of a seat for baby and two padded support straps which go over the shoulder. If you are using a front carrier with a newborn, they will initially face inwards until they are able to support their heads which is usually at around 5 - 6 months of age. At that point, baby can be faced outwards. However, they don't always lend themselves that easily to breastfeeding. There are also carriers which can be worn on the parents back for added comfort as the child grows, giving them a birdseye view of the world!
Dads aren't left out either - baby carriers are a hit with so many dads being able to share in those special moments of closeness they provide. One father of three agrees: "it was both a convenience and a bonding experience...I would put my son in the sling, and he'd cuddle up against me and sleep while I sat at my desk and worked"!
Some baby carriers can even be used for children up to toddler age as they can put the weight squarely on the hips, although many parents will choose just to use one while their baby is still small and light enough to carried everywhere.
According to expert healthcarers, parents say should carry their babies as much as possible, beginning right after birth. As well as reducing the risk of a mum developing postpartum depression, 'wearing your baby' can calm a fractious or colicky baby.
Along with providing comfort for baby, from a practical stance, baby carriers leave your arms and hands free to get on with your daily tasks, safe in the knowledge your little one is tucked away in there.
There is an increasing variety of baby carriers on the market to suit your needs. A sling will come with or without padding and has adjustable rings for added fit and comfort. The section of material will lay across the body and over the shoulder, keeping your baby close to your chest at all times and allowing mums to breastfeed with ease.
Wraps are a great option for parents wanting more versatility with their baby carrier. Like the sling, a wrap is a large section of fabric that is usually worn around the body and over both shoulders and it has the option of being worn in a variety of ways to suit you and your baby's needs. They don't have the same comfort and padding as a front carrier and can be a little fiddly and time consuming putting them on and taking them off, but they are another great option for discreet breastfeeding.
Most people will be more familiar with the front carriers which consist of a seat for baby and two padded support straps which go over the shoulder. If you are using a front carrier with a newborn, they will initially face inwards until they are able to support their heads which is usually at around 5 - 6 months of age. At that point, baby can be faced outwards. However, they don't always lend themselves that easily to breastfeeding. There are also carriers which can be worn on the parents back for added comfort as the child grows, giving them a birdseye view of the world!
Dads aren't left out either - baby carriers are a hit with so many dads being able to share in those special moments of closeness they provide. One father of three agrees: "it was both a convenience and a bonding experience...I would put my son in the sling, and he'd cuddle up against me and sleep while I sat at my desk and worked"!
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