By the time I took this picture, Julian was to big for this fleece sling, so I was thrilled to wear Holden in it. If you don’t already have a sling, consider it.
Wearing your baby keeps him happy, especially if he’s the type that likes to be held all the time. Instead of holding him, you can use your hands for other things, like dialing the phone, telling a story in which you gesture wildly for emphasis, or typing. Once the baby is situated in the sling, you will feel like a free bird. As tempting as it is, please do not hop in your car and drive around town.
If you live near me (Berkeley, CA), go to Waddle and Swaddle and Rockridge Kids and try out all the crazy fabric baby carriers they have. It really helps to have an expert coaching you.
Some women are able to nurse while wearing their baby in a sling. I bow to them.
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I made myself an Asian Baby Carrier after seeing your first “Wear your baby” entry. I love love love it. http://momtechreview.blogspot.com/2006/12/baby-wearing-resources.html
I’ve become such a baby wrap fanatic lately, it’s such an inexpensive and comfy way to carry your baby. In fact I’m making another wrap for a friend who’s having a baby this week.
Ahh. My little one likes to be held upright only, so he hated slings. Maybe now that he has good head control, I can give them another try with an upright positioning. If only there were something like a Waddle and Swaddle near me!
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