Are you the one who loves you little darling a little more than all others do, thinks them as your whole world, and does everything for your tyke, here comes baby carrier which makes all your wishes true by wearing your baby wherever you go, while freeing your hands. Your newborn love the snug hold (near the chest) that the baby carriers give them while worn.
It is not that you (mom) alone should use the carrier, any one (especially dad) can wear it, so both of you (mom and dad) and your baby can enjoy all the natural moments and also it eases your day to day household work a lot, and frees your stress while passing crowded places or shopping area.
Always be sure that your little darling feels secure, comfort and safe and makes them happy, if you fail in choosing the right carrier, neither of these will happen.
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Positions to wear
It is not that you can wear your baby only in one position via carrier, there are various positions to wear upon based on your convenience and comfort. The various positions are
Types of carriers
Wraps – A long portion of fabric that wraps over you and your baby by wearing across your body and two shoulders. You can wear it in many configurations in various positions based on your little darling age. Only concern is takes time to put ON and put OFF and does not suit well for older infants.
Slings – It goes over your shoulder and worn across your torso so as to let you hold your baby in the pouch formed i.e. in cradling/snuggling position, while supporting their head, neck, and back. It is best for newborn not with increased weight and generally made of cotton fabric. The designs available are padded, unpadded, and with or without rings for adjustment.
Soft Structured Backpack – It is best suited for toddler or older infant with padded straps and buckles connected to backpack carrier body, and support their wish and encourages several baby movements. It can be worn in front and also in backside.
Asian-style or mei tai carrier – Mei (Carrying on shoulder) and tai (carrying strap). It has four straps that can be attached in various ways to your body to secure your little one.
Things to look into baby carrier
Choose the one with which you never feel like slipping of your baby, giving them a suffocating feel, etc. The most essential qualities are wider seat, provide support at least
Safety tips
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There are so many baby carriers at different types available in the baby products market. Pick the one you completely love, but my personal opinion is to try it ON for maximum comfort so buy the carrier after the baby birth.
Look for bottle, snack, toys and diaper storage carriers, sun hood protection, travel friendly, safety user instruction manual, and toys attached.
iCuddle Baby Sling Bag, Rs. 1299.00
Carry your baby in a safe, secure cradle, while keeping your hands free. You don't need to put Baby down to have both hands free with this Sling carrier. Machine washable and due to soft fabric and absence of hard edges, it does not cause discomfort to the baby.
Nahshonbaby 3 Way Baby Carrier Light Beige. Rs.2120
It includes 1” thick foam on shoulder straps for the ultimate comfort to the parents, and thick foam in the waist belt for the comfort and evenly distribution of baby’s weight. With Nahshonbaby Carrier, take your baby with you with ease and freedom to roam around.
Anmol Wrap Red Trikon, Rs. 2099
Its features include wide shoulder support with no straps pressing onto points on your shoulders or back, uses entire back and shoulders to evenly distribute weight of baby, triple wrapped safety, No buckles, snaps or fasteners, and one size fits all.
Tula ergonomic baby, $149.00
Its features include navy canvas base, removable and regulated hood, highest quality Duraflex buckles, large front pocket on the contouring hip belt, and dual-adjustment straps, and can be used as both front and back carries.
Infantino Sash Mei Tai, $34.99
The buckle-free, wrap and tie supports your child ergonomically with a natural seat in three different carrying positions (facing-in, hip-hugger and backpack). Includes detachable hood for sun protection and sleepy time.
Onya baby outback, $139.00
Its features include soft structured carrier-front, back, hip carry and integrated chair harness, 100% rip stop nylon, 2 storage pockets, 2 toy loops, d-ring for keys, and tuck-away sleeping hood that is UPF 50+ sun-protective.
Hipster Plus, $169.00
Maximum comfort for parents with ergonomic design allowing baby's weight is evenly distributed between the wearer's hips and shoulders. Built in ergonomic hip seat allows baby to be always in a natural sitting position with knees even at hip level.
Buy the other best carriers from firstcry.com, amazon.in, amazon.com, etc.
Wear your little darling!! Feel the hug!!