When I discovered I was having child number two, I recognized from experience that I had to find a way to free my hands up. I had shopped for baby packbacks and baby slings attempting to find the perfect one. While I was at a yard sale with my tiny new baby and other kids in tow, I came across just what I had been looking for. New in the box! Wow, imagine my exhilaration. Now, while I can’t tell you that you will find your sling for the same bargain price I paid but I will tell you that it would have been worth that price many times over. I instantly started using the sling. I took the sling out of the box, put it on around my neck, and with a few adjustments, went to the rest of the yard sale with my hands free.

Baby Slings are not the only option for carrying your infant; often you will see babies in front or back carriers as well. I have also used these, and while they were good options, I didn’t get the same use out of them. My little boy still tries to get me to carry him in it, and he is five! I refuse to sell it because I may have Grandchildren one day!

Women in other cultures have long experienced the benefits of the baby sling; your baby is close and feels secure when near your body. This eradicates a lot of fussiness some infants go through. It also frees up your hands to do other mom stuff - like laundry, dishes, cleaning and with a little practice, you become a pro at bending with a baby on board.

Depending on what type of activities you do, select your babys carrier to suit your life. Slings are my personal preference, because I have a lot of practice using one. I think they are the simplest to get on and off, and dont require any fastening. Front and back carriers are better if you are looking for something to use less frequently, as your baby will need to be strapped in and this can be time consuming. These are also a little more comfortable for extended outdoor activities like hiking.

Whatever baby carrier you use, make sure that you keep trying it until it feels natural. Many people give up because they are unaccustomed to carrying the extra weight of a baby. Persevere and you’ll discover it gets easier over time.

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