Baby Wrap

Question: Any suggestions for a baby wrap/sling that you can carry on front or back and that will help with breastfeedin?

(Posted by: on 2011-10-31 08:47:42)

Basically what the question asks. Details on a product would be great and something that is not too expensive. Thanks

Posted by: Maverick on 2011-10-31, 17:54:53

Using a baby sling or wrap can make life easier for you and is good for your baby. Following are some of the advantages of "wearing " your baby (from The Baby Book by William and Martha Sears): It 's convenient. You can breastfeed discretely in a sling while working, getting things done around the house, shopping or eating in a restaurant. If you have a baby who wants to be held all the time, this is an easy way to meet her needs while doing other things. It helps moms care for older siblings. Carrying your baby in a sling can give you the mobility to care for your older children. It helps some babies to breastfeed better. Some babies, particularly those who are tense or tend to arch their backs, breastfeed better while moving. Also, babies who are slow to gain weight (for no apparent reason) have been known to gain better if carried in a sling for several hours a day, since proximity to mom encourages babies to eat more frequently. It reduces crying and colic. A 1986 study of 99 mother-infant pairs (reported in Pediatrics) showed that carrying babies at least three hours a day reduces crying and fussing 43% during the day and 51% at night. Babies are happier because they have less need to cry, and parents enjoy their babies more as a result. It enhances learning. Carried babies have enhanced visual and auditory alertness, and increased "quiet alertness " times. Carrying a baby promotes cognitive development and speech development, since babies are exposed to more experiences and conversations. Carried babies are involved in their parents ' world. They participate in life, rather than see it as a spectator. Carrying your baby promotes bonding and enhances parents ' feelings of competence. A higher frequency of feeding and touching stimulates mothering hormones, and frequent carrying encourages and speeds the development of a mutual reading of each other 's cues. Finding a carrier that is right for you There are many types of baby carriers. These include adjustable slings with rings (these come padded or unpadded), pouch slings that are not adjustable, asian-style carriers, and wraps that simply tie on. Look at photos of the different types, and, if possible, try on several different types, brands and sizes of baby carrier to see which suits you best. Have a baby carrier, but not sure how to use it? There are many different positions for baby in slings, wraps and other baby carriers - lying down in the cradle hold is NOT the only option: baby can sit up and face the front, sit up and face you, lie down, sit on your hip, or even ride on your back. La Leche League is often a good place to try out a carrier & find out how to use one, since many LLL members use babby carriers.

Posted by: Trish M on 2011-10-31, 09:01:58

The easiest for back carrying is a mai tai style. You can breastfeed in it, but it takes practice since baby is in an upright position in it. I have trouble because I am large chested so baby has trouble nursing without her nose pressed into my boob and that makes it hard to breathe. For nursing, I prefer a ring or pouch sling because it holds baby in a sideways position. I make my own slings, but you can find them on ebay or etsy cheaper than through retail stores. The handmade ones are usually prettier too!

Posted by: Bobbi on 2011-10-31, 09:05:25

Http:/ / attachedtobaby.com/ I always used a ring-sling/ adjustable pouch when I nursed. . I also used the Slingling pouch. I 've know some to nurse in a Mei Tai carrier, but I hate fussing with straps. kozycarrier.homestead.com/ instructions.html

Posted by: Maritime Mummy to 2 Little Imps! on 2011-10-31, 09:18:48

You 're going to run expensive with the more features you are looking for in a carrier. The option for ergonomic front carrying is something that slings such as Maya wraps are easily able to accommodate for relatively inexpensive. It 's when you get into the ergonomic back carrying option that it makes a carrier more expensive. I would suggest, for front and back carrying and easy nursing, a Boba. It 's very similar to an Ergo but less expensive (slightly) and has foot stirrups for older children so it is even more comfortable for them.

Posted by: Joel on 2011-11-01, 14:30:12

I have seen products advertised that help with things like this, I have seen many mothers use things like slings and rest the baby in the sling while breastfeeding, although I am not sure where they get these slings from but I can see them being extremely cheap. There are also cradle like products which can attach to the front of your body to help with breast feeding, this is more practical and safe for the baby but obviously it will cost you a bit more.