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The babywearing philosophy

"In the womb, babies are warm, snug, and never alone. It only makes sense then, that they would prefer that type of environment after they're born too.

Babywearing is a practice that allows parents to hold their babies close while keeping both arms free to get their grown-up tasks done at the same time. It involves more than just "wearing" baby in a soft carrier, however. It also requires a shift in mindset about baby care. Rather than picking up the baby to soothe, change, or feed her so she can be put down again, babywearing means the baby spends the majority of her time close to her caregiver's body, and is put down for diaper changes, long naps, or when the caregiver needs more freedom of movement."