Babywearing Pluses

As most of you know my cousin recently had her 1st baby. For her baby shower I bought her a really cool pouch so she would be able to become a baby wearer. She didn’t seem so into it, mostly because I don’t think she knew much about it. After the baby was born I noticed or heard that she was having a difficult time getting adjusted with her new little angel. So I bought her a Sleepy Wrap in hopes to make her and the baby’s transition a little more comfortable. I know I don’t have a baby… Yet!!!! But I’ve certainly seen 1st hand all of the benefits from Moms who wear their babies.


It is seen that:
Sling babies cry less. They seem to love to be close to their mother or father and feel more secure, especially right after birth because they fell more wrapped up and close, like they did when they were in the womb.
Sling babies learn more. If infants spend less time crying and fussing, what do they do with the free time? They learn! Sling babies spend more time in the state of quiet alertness. This is the behavioral state in which an infant is most content and best able to interact with his environment. It may be called the optimal state of learning for a baby. Researchers have also reported that carried babies show enhanced visual and auditory alertness.

Since baby wearing has become so popular they really have designed and created some awesome hotslings.

I know that I am super excited to one day soon have a baby and become a baby wearing Mama!!! I think it's a wonderful thing not only the Mom, but Dad can enjoy too.... I think as a whole it can bring the enitre family closer!! And I love it! Check out baby slings to get your own fashionable Sling today!!!!

Wordless Wednesday

Sleepy Wrap Review

The following is a review on the Sleepy Wrap from Tracy over at What's On Mommy's Mind. Hop on over to check out what she has to say!

"I love my Sleepy Wrap! Danielle from New Mommy Rant sent me one for baby Stella. I've never worn a baby before and was a little intimidated when I unwrapped this HUGE piece of material for the first time. Luckily the directions were super easy to read and complete with pictures. Within minutes Stella was snug as a bug in the wrap and fast asleep! Better yet was the fact that I had two free hands! We use the wrap on a daily basis whether on the beach, out for a walk or just trying to take a nap without being smothered in hugs and kisses my big sister Madison! I love that this wrap will grow with Stella and can be used even when she is a toddler. Like I said before I'm still new to babywearing but as for right now this is my gear of choice. I also have a well known brand of baby sling and I'm just not as comfortable using it. This may be because I have one that is too large for me or because Stella is still so tiny but I just don't feel safe when she is in it. I don't have a second thought for Stella's safety when she is in the wrap. I love it so much that I purchased one through Heavenly Hold for a friend who just had a baby! In case you didn't get my point yet I love, love, love my Sleepy Wrap!"

So stop over SLEEPY WRAP to get yours today! You won't be sorry!!

SLING GIVEAWAY

My friend Katie over at La Stella Blu is starting a new baby sling giveaway.
Place a link to La Stella Blu on the home page of your

blog or any page on your website, and
you will be entered to win a free baby carrier of your choice.

Or choose from any of our
adorable baby clothes up to a $75 value.

Drawings will be held once a month, and you will stay
entered as long as your link stays current. Enter early for the best chance of winning. Winners
will be announced on the 1st of every month at http://lastellablu.com/blog/ where you can
subscribe for automatic notifications.

Use any of the following words for your text link: baby
slings, baby carriers, Ergo Baby Carrier, or Moby Wrap and link to www.lastellablu.com.

No purchase necessary, so tell your friends!

Once your link is in place send them an email with the
link location. If you need help placing your link contact them at info@lastellablu.com.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR...... Do IT!!!

Because Moms (and Dads) Are Rock Stars!

So I recently received an awesome sling from Rockin' Baby Sling and I tried it out this weekend when I went up to visit Eliza! She seemed to love it just as much as I did! I received the reversible #170"Across the Universe"
Turquoise Circles & Diamonds / Green with Silver Aluminum Rings - 100% Cotton. The cotton is not only very thick and durable but extremly stylish!

Rockin Baby Slings are awesome! I recommendmthis brand to everyone! They are a socially conscious 2 Mom Shop that works hard to create quality, hip slings and puches that are useful, beautiful, and easy on people and the planet! All of the products are made in Los Angeles and they also donate a percentage of their profits to charity! Also, each box that the slings and puches come in are made of 99% post-consumer recycled paperboard and are printed with vegetable oil-based inks.

This sling that I received can be worn in 5 differnt carrying positions and hold a child up to 40 pounds. The slings is adjustable while it is on and has a tail with a pocket that can be used to cover up while you nurse your baby.. The pocket is also great for storing a few items for short trips if you don't feel like bringing a diaper bag...The sling comes pre-washed, but can be machined washed and put in the dryer on a low setting.

Check out the pics below of Eliza and I in the Rockin' Baby Sling!!!

She is one happy baby when she is in the sling.

She really seems to love being in the sling and held close to your body!

I recommend the Rockin' Baby Sling!!

Check them out today to get your own - you won't be disappointed!

For My Baby Wearing Friend

Six months ago one of my best friends had the most beautiful baby girl in the world!! Isn't she the cutest?

I was up late last night because I couldn't sleep.. (Maybe because today is my 28th Birthday and I'm starting to feel the old age, I can clearly see 30 right around the corner!!) So, anyway, I was browsing around on Consumer Reports and I started to look at all of the Baby Reports. For Strollers, High Chairs, Baby Gates, Mointors, well you get the picture. So I came across the section for Infant Carriers and Slings. And my friend LOVES to Baby Wear, so I thought to post this for her and her little munchkin Eliza!


They say using an infant carrier/sling may take some getting used to, but that they're a great way for keeping your precious bundle of joy close!! Below I have posted a direct link to Consumer Reports : Smart Shopping, Infant Carriers and Slings.. It gives you "Strap on Strategies" Pros & Cons, "Sling Savvy" Pros & Cons, "Getting the Hang of It", "Shopping Secrets", "Important Features", "Recommendations", and a list of Websites of "Whats Available" in alphabetical order! From this direct link you can also access the other reports on Baby Items for more Smart Shopping..


So check it out. Maybe your a new Mom like my friend, maybe you're getting ready to become a Mom.. After seeing Danielle and Eliza using the Sling I would 100% add one to my baby registry when I have a baby!! Looks nice right?


Consumer Reports Link to Article:

http://money.aol.com/consreports/smartshopping/babies_kids/_a/smart-shopping-soft-infant-carriers-and/20080114172209990001

Check out Danielle and Baby Eliza @ New Mommy Rant: