Benefits of Babywearing
Dr. William Sears is an American pediatrician and the author of more than 30 parenting boks. He is a frequent guest on television talkshows and is among the leading proponents of the attachment parenting philosophy.
Baby wearing is a great way to continue to bond wiht your baby. By carrying your baby in a wrap or sling, you are able to hear every sound. Babies that are carried in this manner tend to nurse more which also helps maintian moms milk supply. As you take your baby out and about. the sound of your heart beat and warmth of your body are soothing. Being that close also allows baby to have more interaction and have shown to develop faster in some areas becuase of watching your behaviour.
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LESS CRYING
Mums have reported fewer tears, with their baby reaching the fast asleep state more easily due to hte relaxed nature of the positions
SMARTER BABY
Babies spend more time in a "quiet, alert state" when carried- the ideal state for learning. When carreid, your baby sees the world from where you see, instead of the ceiling above his crib or peoples knees from a stroller. This extra stimulation benefits brain development.
EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Babies are able to develop a sense of security and trust when they are carried attached to their care-givers.
EASE THE STRAIN
Carrying your baby in a sling eases the strain on baby's spine and on your back.
IDEAL FOR BREASTFEEDING
Faciliate and improve baby's feeding posture while increase the frequeny of breastfeeding.