Wednesday, February 7, 2007
How can this group help me?
Come to a meeting to learn about the many benefits of babywearing for babies and parents. You can receive assistance in selecting a baby carrier to best meet your and your child's needs. There are a variety of carriers available to try out before you commit to buying one elsewhere (we do not sell carriers). If you already have a carrier and need help using it, help is available. We do not focus on or promote one brand or type of baby carrier. This group does not focus on one particular parenting style. Anyone who wishes to learn about babywearing is welcome.
What is Babywearing?
Babywearing is carrying your baby close to your body in a pouch, sling, wrap, or other baby carrier. The most current research has proven what people have known for centuries. Carrying your babies is good for them!
Why should I wear my baby?
Wouldn't you like to free your arms and hands for other tasks? How about be able to use the bathroom, fix a quick meal, look after other children, or nurse without feeling tied to the sofa or easy chair? Looking for a way for other caregivers to bond with the baby? Baby carriers are also a way to make shopping and running other errands easier and quicker. There are so many reasons, and you will certainly find some that you hadn't even thought of before.
Carrying your baby is not a new fad. It is a time tested way of nurturing your baby and young child while still being able to accomplish everyday tasks. Carried babies cry less because their needs are met sooner. This is because if you have your child close to you, you notice when they need something sooner than if they were sitting in their own seat across the room or out of sight in a stroller.
Do I have to wear my baby all the time?
No. In fact many people who use baby carriers own and use their strollers too. Babywearing is not necessarily about having your baby in a carrier all the time, but finding out when it is helpful to your baby and you. Once you start, you may find you have more opportunities to use your baby carrier than you thought!
Why should I wear my baby?
Wouldn't you like to free your arms and hands for other tasks? How about be able to use the bathroom, fix a quick meal, look after other children, or nurse without feeling tied to the sofa or easy chair? Looking for a way for other caregivers to bond with the baby? Baby carriers are also a way to make shopping and running other errands easier and quicker. There are so many reasons, and you will certainly find some that you hadn't even thought of before.
Carrying your baby is not a new fad. It is a time tested way of nurturing your baby and young child while still being able to accomplish everyday tasks. Carried babies cry less because their needs are met sooner. This is because if you have your child close to you, you notice when they need something sooner than if they were sitting in their own seat across the room or out of sight in a stroller.
Do I have to wear my baby all the time?
No. In fact many people who use baby carriers own and use their strollers too. Babywearing is not necessarily about having your baby in a carrier all the time, but finding out when it is helpful to your baby and you. Once you start, you may find you have more opportunities to use your baby carrier than you thought!
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