Mar 03 2008
Baby Slings - Why You Need One
Looking for a great first baby carrier? Then consider one of the best things ever to happen to modern parenthood – a baby sling.
A baby sling is a baby carrier made out of fabric that wraps around the wearer’s body from his or her shoulder to the opposite hip and back up to the shoulder, creating a pocket for the baby to sit or lie down. Very common in many cultures around the world, the use of baby slings, or “baby wearing” as it is sometimes called, is gaining popularity in the United States as parents are realizing the many benefits associated with baby slings.