Baby wearing, is it your cup of tea?

I recall the first baby carrier I bought, it was purchased off Trade Me at a fraction of its original price and upon collection appeared to look & feel fabulous. Obviously, it was a one size fits all, or was it?

I soon learned that it was not and without instructions I had no idea how to use it. I soon gave up & re-sold it. My next baby carrier purchase was even cheaper although my recollection of the sale was that it was a bargain front pack. I assumed that because of the mass purchase by parents, this product must be a winner.

Let’s see, it was a lot more comfortable for me & a little easier to manipulate… however my baby’s legs were dangling & the straps seemed to cut into her shoulders when carried. My back ached after each use & my baby couldn’t wait to get out of it each time.

I was disappointed at both efforts, so the stroller came back into full swing until a few months later when I happened across a wonderful support group called Slingbabies NZ. Upon a visit to a monthly meeting I realised that the carriers I originally purchased were not anywhere to be seen and that a whole array of eco friendly, baby friendly & parent friendly baby carriers were.

I quickly became a member of Slingbabies & was introduced to their sling library & friendly helpers & supporters. It was on this visit, which impressed me so; I became a fan of the Ergo & Maduca baby carriers.

I am yet to try a wrap or ring sling, however relish the idea that I can try before I buy with the help of Slingbabies many donars. My favourite feature of sling-babies, is that they can nap anywhere. There is less concern for somewhere for baby to sleep when you are out & about and when alert, baby is quite happy going with the flow.