What are the advantages to a baby sling over a different type of carrier?
Many baby carriers currently on the market are bulky and include complex fasteners. The first advantage to baby slings is that they are sleek, simple, and roll up into a neat little ball that can be stored in a diaper bag when you aren’t using them. Other advantages include that of convenience. Unlike some carriers that convert into strollers, car seats, or must be hauled around by the handle, baby slings are lightweight and leave your hands free to carry other items such as the diaper bag, or hold onto an older child’s hand while walking across the parking lot. Can you imagine how much easier life will be with both hands available? Baby slings are also highly versatile. They can be used for a range of ages from newborn to toddler ages. They allow the baby to lie down, sit up, and can be wrapped so that the baby is carried on your front, back, hip, or anywhere in between! This not only helps you distribute weight evenly, but keeps life comfortable for both of you as baby grows. If you’