What No One Says About Baby Wearing
Baby wearing is a practice that has been around for centuries, but it has only recently become popular in the Western world. It is a practice that involves carrying a baby in a sling or wrap close to the body. It is believed to have many benefits for both the baby and the parent, including increased bonding, improved sleep, and better physical and emotional development. However, there are some things that no one talks about when it comes to baby wearing.
One of the most important things that no one talks about when it comes to baby wearing is the potential for injury. While baby wearing is generally considered to be safe, there is still a risk of injury if the baby is not properly supported or if the carrier is not used correctly. It is important to make sure that the baby is properly supported and that the carrier is used correctly in order to avoid any potential injuries.
Another thing that no one talks about when it comes to baby wearing is the potential for overheating. Babies can easily overheat when they are in a carrier, especially if the carrier is made of a material that does not breathe well. It is important to make sure that the baby is not too hot and that the carrier is made of a breathable material in order to avoid any potential overheating.
Another thing that no one talks about when it comes to baby wearing is the potential for back pain. Carrying a baby in a carrier can put a lot of strain on the back, especially if the carrier is not used correctly. It is important to make sure that the baby is properly supported and that the carrier is used correctly in order to avoid any potential back pain.
Finally, another thing that no one talks about when it comes to baby wearing is the potential for skin irritation. Babies can easily develop skin irritation from the material of the carrier, especially if the material is not breathable. It is important to make sure that the carrier is made of a breathable material in order to avoid any potential skin irritation.
Overall, baby wearing is a great way to bond with your baby and to provide them with the physical and emotional support that they need. However, it is important to be aware of the potential risks associated with baby wearing in order to ensure that your baby is safe and comfortable.
FAQs
Q: Is baby wearing safe?
A: Baby wearing is generally considered to be safe, but there is still a risk of injury if the baby is not properly supported or if the carrier is not used correctly. It is important to make sure that the baby is properly supported and that the carrier is used correctly in order to avoid any potential injuries.
Q: Can babies overheat when they are in a carrier?
A: Yes, babies can easily overheat when they are in a carrier, especially if the carrier is made of a material that does not breathe well. It is important to make sure that the baby is not too hot and that the carrier is made of a breathable material in order to avoid any potential overheating.
Q: Can baby wearing cause back pain?
A: Yes, carrying a baby in a carrier can put a lot of strain on the back, especially if the carrier is not used correctly. It is important to make sure that the baby is properly supported and that the carrier is used correctly in order to avoid any potential back pain.
Q: Can babies develop skin irritation from the material of the carrier?
A: Yes, babies can easily develop skin irritation from the material of the carrier, especially if the material is not breathable. It is important to make sure that the carrier is made of a breathable material in order to avoid any potential skin irritation.
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We didn't start wearing ours until 4.5 months. Such a bummer. It's a huge game changer. Esp since he's been holding his head straight up since 2 months. On that note, didn't realize we could start practicing sitting then as well. Whoops
Works great I so needed this
African baby is time tested and more beneficial to help the baby relax as well as interact with the environment safely. And it’s free! The baby attaches better, is naturally protected, safe and allows for multitasking for the guardian. Babies should be carried on the back, not the front. That’s unsafe and always looked unnatural and uncomfortable for the baby AND parent. Baby carriers never made sense to me and this just confirms it
Hi,
Can you please make a video on 3months premie baby’s behaviour sleep cycle and stuff like that ??
My baby boy born at 26 week and now he is full term and came home with low flow.
If you make that video than it will be really helpful
Thanks 😊 ❤
Great quality. Thanks 🙂
Hi 👋! I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and stumbled upon them when I was trying to figure out what high chair to buy (we have two Tripp Trapps!!). Congrats on your pregnancy 😊 Sending you positive vibes from Canada!
Honestly this was so hyped when I was pregnant and the first few times I did it it strained my back so bad I was like forget this and haven’t done it since and probably won’t ever do it again.
The examples of “TICKS” done right are all older babies. How would a newborn be able to keep their face away from your chest? I can’t picture it without the baby being able to hold up their head.
Also important: some carriers have a starting weight. Like your baby must be at least 7 pounds
Congrats on your pregnancy! If I might add another risk of improper baby wearing. I had a carrier which didn't position hips in the M position when facing outward and it cut off circulation in my baby's legs! I guess there was too much pressure on her vessels passing near the underwear line. Her feet would get greyish! I checked online to see if others had experienced the same thing and many have. Some have reported red spots appearing on baby's legs.
I have now purchased the much more expensive but more supportive ergobaby omni carrier which supports baby's legs when facing outward (my baby likes looking out more than facing my chest). Haven't had the problem since.
I‘m so glad, that I had my child in Germany.
Carrying a child facing away from the parent is highly discouraged and frowned upon – front facing carriers are actually only sold, when they are „international products“. And post natal care midwives help choosing and using a baby carrier.
So I really didn’t learn anything new, but hearing the possible problems was quite interesting.
Thank you very much for the video! Are newborn infants safe in the carrier before their necks are strong enough to support their heads?
We are thinking about purchasing a new carrier for our one year old son. How important is M position at this age? Because carries of popular brands here don't seem ergonomic enough for me (they provide П not M position 🤷♀️)
ok, but all the examples to reduce suffocation are of babies who can hold their head to some extent… What do I do with a newborn?😢
C for chin and K for kiss is more intuitive for me.
Congratulations!
Just want you to know how much I appreciate your videos! FTM here and it is sooo hard to find reliable sources here in YT!
Congratulations on your new addition!
I once saw someone wearing their baby and one of the baby's legs was completely purple from restricted blood flow. We carefully asked if everything was OK, and indeed it was NOT. That experience made me never want to use one of those-wrap around baby slings… Not only can the baby suffocate in them, but their circulation can EASILY be cut off. And especially if they're wrapped up tightly as Emma recommends… Terrifying.
I fell with my baby in a carrier and landed on my hands and knees able to save us both vs carrying a child where we would likely have both been badly injured. I think sometimes carriers are compared to prams which is obviously not a direct comparison when most people end up carrying small ones in their arms frequently.
Congrats on your new baby! So exciting.
Congratulations on your pregnancy!!!
Thanks for all off your videos. They have been very helpful for me as a first time mother. I keep sharing your channel to my friends who are expecting too.
God bless you and your family!
Hi Emma, please take notice that crawling has been officially excluded from development milestone list by CDC.