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Baby slingsBaby slings are pieces of cloth that support a baby or small child close to a parent or carer's body. They are usually suspended around the neck and over one shoulder. Prices for simpler slings up to designer slings can range from around $30 to over $200. They are increasingly popular as an affordable, close and comfortable way of carrying a baby. As a result, fashionable brands and patterned baby slings have emerged and are available to style-conscious parents. The origins of baby slings are wide with people from a great number of countries around the world having used slings historically to carry their children and with each style influenced by a different culture. These styles have survived generations without much alteration to the original design, and provide many advantages that pale many modern baby carriers on the market today. Many users of baby slings strongly believe that the close contact with their child can strengthen their bond with their baby and also reduce the number of times their child cries. This is sometimes referred to as 'attachment parenting'. Baby carrier slings are increasingly popular as an affordable, close and comfortable way of carrying a baby, and as a result, fashionable brands and patterned baby slings have emerged and are available to style-conscious parents. Baby slings are easy and affordable to make, so If you decide to make one yourself, ensure you choose a type of fabric that is not going to be abrasive against your baby’s skin. Choose a soft but sturdy fabric like cotton, with a content of lycra or spandex if stretch is required for wrapping. Different types of baby slingBaby sling styles vary significantly. Some are made of simple sewn cloth while others have a lot more structure to them which can add to their weight. Shop around to find the style and budget which will suit you best. |