baby wearing

Why buy baby slings? A simple question with a simple answer. Baby slings provide a million and one (okay, maybe not quite that many) pros without any cons (at least that we can think of).

What is a baby sling? We’ve got a pretty simple answer for that one - you can’t stump us. A baby sling is a type of carrier that lets you carry baby essentially in your arms next to your body while keeping your hands free. Oops. We’re jumping the gun with our list of pros and cons. But since you’ve got the idea, we’ll keep going with the pros.

For starters, how do you like the idea of baby crying less? Can anything make baby cry less? The answer is a definitive yes. And honestly, it makes a lot of sense. When baby is cuddled up in a baby sling close to mom or dad, what in the world could there be to cry about? Oh, right. Maybe being hungry or a messy diaper, but overall, that’s a lot less crying than otherwise.

And speaking of all that being cuddled up close, research has shown physical contact is super important for baby’s development. When babies are first discovering the world and trying to communicate with mom and dad, they do it through touch. A baby sling keeps baby in constant physical communication and helps in that process of discovery and growth.

When you decide that you want to use a baby carrier, the most important part of getting the most out of it is reading the instructions. Sure, it seems pretty straightforward, simple, and easy to use, but every carrier has its own design and problems.

Many safety concerns about baby carriers have gotten a lot of press in the last couple years. There's been recalls, lawsuits, and all kinds of verbal mayhem going on. Despite the faulty design of some brands, there have also been some concerns about improper usage because wearers aren't reading or following instructions.

It seems like common sense, or that it would be obvious, but the simple fact remains that many people just don't follow instructions. Maybe we're plagued with so many that we've tuned them out. Or maybe we just have a tendency to scan instructions and not pay attention to what it says.

The point is that you won't get the most enjoyment or fulfillment from your baby carrier without instructions. And even more than that, you may be treading in dangerous waters if you miss something important.

Read the instructions - watch videos if they're available - make sure you understand everything about your baby carrier and its instructions.

HugaMonkey has some great videos and baby carrier instructions available. Our baby slings are designed with safety and security at the top of our list. Combine that with ease of use and comfortable fabrics and you have one great carrier!