Benefits of Babywearing
Babywearing is an amazing parenting tool. But its not just the practicality of holding your little one close, there are a multitude of physical, social and emotional benefits for both you and your baby. Check out my top list of benefits below;
Aids in baby's physical and emotional development; a carried baby is generally calmer as all of their needs are being met swiftly. Studies show carried babies cry up to 53% less than babies who aren’t!
Decreases risk of SIDS and flat-head syndrome when being carried upright in a correctly fitted carrier or wrap.
Promotes neural development, respiratory and gastrointestinal health, and aids in balance. Perfect if your little one suffers from colic and needs to be held upright.
Promotes early language development. Babies learn by watching faces and baby wearing puts your little one at the perfect conversational height.
Strengthens the bond between caregiver and baby, as you both get a rush of the ‘love drug’ Oxytocin from maintaining a closeness throughout your day.
Allows baby to discreetly breastfeed on the go and can boost breast milk production due to being in close contact with baby.
Allows caregivers to be "hands-free" when they need to so they can attend to other children or household tasks.
Allows caregivers to see more of the world through baby's eyes; your babies get to discover their new world from the safety and comfort of your embrace.
Fosters a closeness through toddlerhood. Toddlers can be worn too, reminding them of their "home base," and allowing that bond to continue as they grow. Nothing can help you reconnect with an overwhelmed toddler like babywearing.
With benefits like that, no wonder we love babywearing so much! If you need some help starting your Babywearing journey, a consult is the best place to start.