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1 . Wearing your baby allows for discreet breastfeeding in public areas & negotiating busy areas like airports & shopping malls.
2. The sling is in essence a "transitional womb" for the new baby
3. Babies worn in slings are happier and cry less.
4. Baby wearing is healthy for you. An excellent way to help a tired but over-stimulated child fall asleep & walk the dogs too!
5. Toddlers appreciate the security of the sling. A ride in the sling helps to sooth and comfort them. The pouch sling can be very helpful in places like the zoo & exhibits.
6. Baby-wearing helps you and your baby to communicate with eachother.
7. Slings are a bonding tool for fathers, grandfathers and other caregivers.
8. Slings are a safe place for a child to be. Instead of running loose in crowded or dangerous places, a child in a sling is held safe and secure right next to your body.
9. Slings are economical. Slings cost far less than strollers, front-carriers or backpacks.
10. Baby-wearing is fun. Your child will feel more a part of your life when she is in her sling, and you will find yourself becoming more and more enchanted with this special little person.
In 'Touching' by Ashley Montagu we learn that holding and rocking a baby has physiological and emotional benefits. Touching increases the baby's cardiac output, promotes respiration that in turn discourages lung congestion and helps the baby's gastrointestinal function. The movement of rocking often helps in digestion and absorption of food.
For more info on Emilia's slings see www.rhubarbandcustard.co.za.
