I love to carry my nearly 8 month old son Mason in our Connecta baby carrier. It means he gets a carry, and I’m totally hands free to get on with other daily chores. We sometimes take our dog Loki out for a walk which definitely requires two hands (he’s a hyper jack russell!) . Baby wearing also has many benefits to you and your child.



Promotes Physical Development
Wearing your newborn in a sling/stretchy wrap can actually help your baby physically because they are in tune with your breathing and movements, this helps him to regulate his own physical responses.

Its convenient !
Like I said before baby wearing allows the mother to be hands free while still having your baby close to you, meaning more housework can get done! (not that anyone with a newborn does a lot of housework ....I didn't ). It also comes in really handy when you’re off on a trip to the beach and you don’t want to take the buggy!

Your own little exercise buddy!
exercising can be hard when you have a little one crying for attention every minute of the day but put her in a sling/carrier and take a walk around the block or to the local shops, you have exercised and you didnt even know it! plus if like me your child is 19 lbs then thats you carrying over a stone in weight to the shops!

They are economical
You’re in a rush to get out the house for that appointment! but first you have to fold your buggy up put the baby somewhere till you put the buggy in the boot, the baby starts crying ........or just stick the sling/carrier in your nappy bag and Bob's your uncle!

You can breastfeed while carrying
I personally haven't tried this, but there are certain positions you can carry your baby where you can breastfeed at the same time! now I don't breastfeed but I can imagine that would be very handy!? and if you weren’t feeding your baby in the stretchy wrap then it doubles up as a feeding cover for you! Also did you know that carrying your baby close to your chest helps improves your milk supply!

They observe more of the world around them
Being up at your level they get to see things that they possibly would never see sitting in a pushchair and they also get to observe you chatting away, next thing you know they will be asking for a caramel latte!!

Cuddles
Who doesn’t love a baby cuddle! and babies adore getting cuddles of their mammys and daddys ....or anyone for that matter! Using a sling or wrap when your baby is newborn helps other family members bond with them.
Always remember the T.I.C.K.S rule for safe babywearing!

TIGHT​– slings and carriers should be tight enough to hug your baby close to you as this will be most comfortable for you both. Any slack/loose fabric will allow your baby to slump down in the carrier which can hinder their breathing and pull on your back.

IN VIEW AT ALL TIMES –​you should always be able to see your baby’s face by simply glancing down. The fabric of a sling or carrier should not close around them so you have to open it to check on them. In a cradle position your baby should face upwards not be turned in towards your body.

CLOSE ENOUGH TO KISS​– your baby’s head should be as close to your chin as is comfortable. By tipping your head forward you should be able to kiss your baby on the head or forehead.

KEEP CHIN OFF THE CHEST​– a baby should never be curled so their chin is forced onto their chest as this can restrict their breathing. Ensure there is always a space of at least a finger width under your baby’s chin.

SUPPORTED BACK​– in an upright carry a baby should be held comfortably close to the wearer so their back is supported in its natural position and their tummy and chest are against you. If a sling is too loose they can slump which can partially close their airway. (This can be tested by placing a hand on your baby’s back and pressing gently - they should not uncurl or move closer to you.) A baby in a cradle carry in a pouch or ring sling should be positioned carefully with their bottom in the deepest part so the sling does not fold them in half pressing their chin to their chest.


I hope this helps any of you mums-to-be, dads-to-be or just anyone with or without a baby carrier, wondering whether to get and/one or what do with it (or the one getting dusty in the bottom draw).

Thanks for reading
Ainsleigh x