· It’s easier than lugging a bulky stroller around.
· Worn babies cry less. (43% less)
· Totally fashionable – that sling or carrier is all the rage. Pick one made from a chic fabric and it’s a ready-made accessory.
· Studies show babies who are worn learn faster.
· Your hands are free for the other children. Or vacuum, if you insist.
· It helps you and baby communicate more effectively (reading cues).
· The physical closeness of babywearing is a great way to promote bonding.
· Babywearing facilitates good sleep – and more of it!
· Because carrying that car seat feels like you’re lugging a bucket of water from the well.
· It helps keep you fit – with all that weight lifting, you can have another chocolate. Or two.
· Wearing makes caring for high-needs babies easier.
· Babies smell good, and they are cute and cuddly.
· On-the-go breastfeeding is easy peasy!
· It helps prevent over-stimulation of baby.
· It’ll make the neighbors jealous! What could be better than having your favorite person snuggled against your chest?
Don’t forget dad, gramma, or the babysitter – they can benefit from baby wearing, too!
(From the inaugaral issue of our new project - Nurture the Magazine - watch for it soon.)
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