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Babywearing is simply the act of wearing your baby or child in a sling or carrier.
There are many different types, from soft woven and stretchy wraps, to fully structured ‘buckle’ carriers.
Babywearing has been around for hundreds of years, in many different cultures. In the western world, with the rise of modern conveniences like prams and strollers, babywearing went ‘out of fashion’ in mainstream parenting….but now it’s back!
Babywearing provides much valuable nurturing and bonding between baby and parent or caregiver, especially in those early weeks and months of a new baby’s life.
It also;
Using a sling is also a massive convenience in itself!
Want to be up and about with your hands free, whilst still holding your baby close? Sling!
Want to walk where a pram just won’t go? Sling!
Baby won’t be put down without crying? Sling!
“Parents who practice babywearing are more responsive to their baby’s needs, and mothers are more likely to breastfeed.” (NIH)
They are a wealth of information and resources on all things baby wearing. There are so many different types of slings and carriers out there now and it can be really confusing as a parent. Sling libraries are here to help.
They can teach you how to wear Baby safely, they have many different options so you can find the right one for your family. They usually work on a hire basis which means families can try them out at minimal cost for short periods.
Most can often provide tips to also learn to breastfeed in a sling.
Babywearing can be a valuable parenting tool, promote attachment and bonding, keep babies and toddlers’ content, and provide them that 1:1 time we know they love.
Here in Lancashire, we are lucky to have lots of local sling libraries….
Are you familiar with the Sling Library in your locality?
Central – Central Lancashire Slings Facebook or Website
North – Morecambe Bay Slings Facebook or Website
East – West Pennine Slings Facebook or Website
Kendal, Lake District – Koala Slings Facebook or Website
Consult the independent Sling Directory for a complete UK listing
Did you know? Many NCT colleagues are also sling trained!
Contact NCT breastfeeding peer support on 0208 752 9025 or click here
Always follow the T.I.C.K.S. rule for safe Babywearing
For more information on safe babywearing view here
