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Baby Wearing Mommas?

My daughter has been extremely attached to me since she was born four months ago. I hold her almost constantly, which is fine with me, but not my body. She is a big baby, and is KILLING my arms, legs, back...etc. I have finally ordered a sling (one of those maya baby slings, anyone have it? Like it?) Im not quite sure why I waited so long.

So now it will make it easier on me to get things done around the house, but will this effect her independence? She already doesnt really like to be by herself on the floor with toys...even fusses when i put her down to change her diaper...doesnt like her swing, bouncer, etc....and i REFUSE to let her cry....this is okay for now, because she is only 4 months and I know she needs to be close to me..but if i continue baby wearing will she have a hard time learning to be ok without being attached when she gets a little older?

She has to be left alone sometimes! Trust me. I know you don't want to let her cry but come on. Have you ever heard of anyone dying because they cried too much??? I think not. This is not good for her. Pretty soon your gonna be the mom in the store with an uncontrollable 4 year old screaming to get what she wants. Let her be more independent. Put her on the floor in a room where she can't get hurt. Give her some toys or an activity gym. I'm not saying go take a shower or whatever but you should be able to put her down to do things! I have a 2 year old daughter and 6 month old son. And yes, they are very well taken care of and loved. I am just realistic and let them explore. My daughter is so smart her doctors say she is on a 4 yr old level and my son has been rolling over since 2 weeks and he crawls and is trying to walk. I know this is hard and probably your first, but your going to regret it. Start now. They say around 4 to 6 months you can start letting them be more independent. Good luck.

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Diaper Cake Delight-Boy $80 Be the hit of the baby shower with the Diaper Cake Delight! This diaper cake is decorated in baby boy blue and is made with 81 premium disposable newborn diapers, and a bonus baby sock corsage bonus for mommy that she can wear proudly. This item is delivered beautifully gift wrapped. All rush orders will be shipped via USPS. Contents May Vary. Substitution of greater or equal value.

Pink Sparky Diaper Cupcake $26.99 Lil' Pink Sparky Diaper Cupcake is the perfect gift for the upcoming baby shower or newborn baby. It's topped with a cute fuzzy pink pup, that will remind baby of your love and loyalty to them.Color(s): As shown with pink dotted ribbonMaterials: Diapers, ribbon, plush toy and baby itemDetails: Gift includes 10 Pampers Swaddlers brand diapers (size 1), Johnson’s baby powder (1.5oz.), Baby Gund® Spunky Rattle (4"" tall) and coordinating premium ribbon. Each diaper cupcake comes beautifully wrapped with white tulle and bow created out of premium ribbon….. ready for giving!Dimensions: 6"" wide x 9"" tallPackaging Dimensions: N/ASelling Unit: EachMinimum Quantity W/O Personalization: OneMinimum Quantity With Personalization: N/AAssembly Required: No

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Pink Mum Diaper Cake $68 Designed by Bloomers Diaper Cakes, this Modern style beautiful and practical creation with pink dots is set on a silver scalloped cake platter, decorated with silk flowers, and topped with a keepsake porcelain baby block. The cake arrives wrapped in white tulle, tied with a satin bow, and secured with an old-fashioned diaper pin. These beautiful cakes have been featured in Entertainment Tonight, InStyle and Today. Please choose style: * 2-tier cake measures 12"" x 12"" x 12"" (40 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $68. * 3-tier cake measures 16"" x 16"" x 16"" (100 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $112.Please note rush shipping can be quite expensive as diaper cakes are packaged in oversized boxes.

Cream Dahlia Diaper Cake $68 Designed by Bloomers Diaper Cakes, this Modern style beautiful and practical creation with blue stripes is set on a silver scalloped cake platter, decorated with silk flowers, and topped with a keepsake porcelain baby block. The cake arrives wrapped in white tulle, tied with a satin bow, and secured with an old-fashioned diaper pin. These beautiful cakes have been featured in Entertainment Tonight, InStyle and Today. Please choose style: * 2-tier cake measures 12"" x 12"" x 12"" (40 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $68* 3-tier cake measures 16"" x 16"" x 16"" (100 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $112.Please note rush shipping can be quite expensive as diaper cakes are packaged in oversized boxes.

Green Gladiolas Diaper Cake $68 Designed by Bloomers Diaper Cakes, this Classic style beautiful and practical creation is set on a silver scalloped cake platter, decorated with silk flowers, and topped with a keepsake porcelain baby block. The cake arrives wrapped in white tulle, tied with a satin bow, and secured with an old-fashioned diaper pin. These beautiful cakes have been featured in Entertainment Tonight, InStyle and Today. Please choose size: * 2-tier cake measures 12"" x 12"" x 12"" (40 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $68 * 3-tier cake measures 16"" x 16"" x 16"" (100 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $112 Please note rush shipping can be quite expensive as diaper cakes are packaged in oversized boxes.

Pink Orchid Diaper Cake $68 Designed by Bloomers Diaper Cakes, this Classic style beautiful and practical creation is set on a silver scalloped cake platter, decorated with silk flowers, and topped with a keepsake porcelain baby block. The cake arrives wrapped in white tulle, tied with a satin bow, and secured with an old-fashioned diaper pin. These beautiful cakes have been featured in Entertainment Tonight, InStyle and Today. Please choose style: * 2-tier cake measures 12"" x 12"" x 12"" (40 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $68* 3-tier cake measures 16"" x 16"" x 16"" (100 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $112 Please note rush shipping can be quite expensive as diaper cakes are packaged in oversized boxes.

Cream Peony Diaper Cake $68 Designed by Bloomers Diaper Cakes, this Safari style beautiful and practical creation with leopard trim is set on a silver scalloped cake platter, decorated with silk flowers, and topped with a keepsake porcelain baby block. The cake arrives wrapped in white tulle, tied with a satin bow, and secured with an old-fashioned diaper pin. These beautiful cakes have been featured in Entertainment Tonight, InStyle and Today. Please choose style: * 2-tier cake measures 12"" x 12"" x 12"" (40 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $68.* 3-tier cake measures 16"" x 16"" x 16"" (100 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $112.Please note rush shipping can be quite expensive as diaper cakes are packaged in oversized boxes.

Yellow Orchid Diaper Cake $68 Designed by Bloomers Diaper Cakes, this Hawaiian style beautiful and practical creation is set on a silver scalloped cake platter, decorated with silk flowers, and topped with a keepsake porcelain baby block. The cake arrives wrapped in white tulle, tied with a satin bow, and secured with an old-fashioned diaper pin. These beautiful cakes have been featured in Entertainment Tonight, InStyle and Today. Please choose style: * 2-tier cake measures 12"" x 12"" x 12"" (40 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $68.* 3-tier cake measures 16"" x 16"" x 16"" (100 Luvs Stage 1 diapers that fit baby up to 14 lbs), price $112.Please note rush shipping can be quite expensive as diaper cakes are packaged in oversized boxes.

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Babywearing - One Moms Experience With Being Hands Free and Heart Full

When I became a mom, something magical happened. An inner strength and desire to protect, love and nurture rose up within me. Desires, dreams and fears awakened in my heart that once lay dormant. I felt fit for the task and excited for the adventure of motherhood that stretched out ahead me. When my relatives went home and my husband returned to work I believe I handled the change exceptionally well. That is until our fridge containing a few leftovers and several bottles of breast milk finally forced us to venture out of the house to the grocery store. Until this point, I really felt that I was pulling off my new mommy role quite well. However, I had no idea that my little 5 pound 10 oz hunk of love could require so much extra effort for something as simple as a run to the store. Between loading and unloading the car seat, diaper bag, stroller, and to-do list I felt as though I may as well have been charting territory in a foreign land. After I returned home from that first adventure, I boldly decided that running errands alone with my baby was just too much work. The thought of pulling my Cadillac stroller and heavy car seat in and out of my car for another excursion was simply more than I could bear. Later that week, a lady at church breezed past my son and I, holding her new baby in a sling. Both she and her baby looked happy, content and close. In that moment, I knew I had to have one. I had just discovered my ticket to freedom.

Love At First Sight

I loved my first baby carrier so much that I started buying and trying other types of carriers to see how they compared. Each one seemed to offer something slightly unique and different that I loved. I was amazed at how many types, styles and variations were available. It was like a secret world opening up for me. I started learning that babywearing offered many benefits to the child including crying less, learning more, and increased IQ! I found out that babies that are “worn” also have been shown to exhibit reduced colic and spit-up with increased cardiac output and improved circulation. Not to mention the benefits for me! I could nurse with the carrier, shop without a bulky stroller and I was hands free and able to get things done around the house!

Taking it to the next level

As my collection of baby carriers grew, so did my knowledge of how to use them and the pros and cons of each style. If my son was just fussy and needing to be close on and off throughout the day or if I was making a quick run into the store I loved my pouch style slings such as the New Native Baby Carrier or The Peanut Shell. The simple tube design was quick to slip on over my arm and head to my shoulder. The way it hung on my body looked much like sash. I loved how easy it was to wear it like this throughout the day. It did not feel bulky or in the way and whenever I wanted to wear my son, I could slip him into the pouch in a matter of seconds--it was so easy to use. For days when I really needed to get work done around the house or for longer shopping trips, I often reached for my wrap style carriers. Wrap carriers, such as a Moby wrap or Moby D, are a specially designed strip of fabric. The long, (often stretchy) fabric is cleverly wrapped around your torso, over your shoulders, around your torso again and then secured at your waist with a knot or a d-ring. I found the wrap carriers to have a slight initial learning curve.

However, the clearly marked instructions quickly eased my mind and after my first few attempts I was a believer. Because their straps go over both shoulders and securely wrapped around me and my baby, he felt very close. I felt very comfortable, secure and ready to move. For long durations of wear, the wrap carriers became my staple. Finally, if I was visiting friends or family that wanted to share in the fun of baby wearing, I brought along my adjustable slings such as a Maya Wrap or Rockin Baby Sling. These adjustable carriers were very similar to the pouch style in the way that they hung from one shoulder to the opposite hip like a sash. However, they had an extra tail of fabric looped though a d-ring positioned by your shoulder. Although I did not enjoy the extra bulk created by this fabric tail when I was using the sling alone, it certainly allowed for an easy, adjustable, customized fit for all body types when I was sharing it with others. These adjustable carriers (as well as the wrap carriers) are also an economical choice for parents to share with each other rather than buying two separate sizes since they are a one size fits all option.

They each have a place in my heart

All of the carriers could be used from birth to 35 pounds and each offered a variety of carrying positions. So when I need a carrier, my question was not necessarily which carrier to use, but rather what need to fill. Each carrier was my favorite in its own special way. I feel that other moms can benefit from my experience when looking for their own ideal baby carrier. After all, just as no two mamas are alike, neither are their preferences for baby carriers. I compiled a sling comparison chart comparing a wide variety of baby carriers side by side under factors such as “reduces back strain”, “easy on, easy off”, and “discreet nursing”. Thankfully, with the myriad of choices available, and the right kind of helpful information, any mom is bound to find the baby carrier that is perfect for times when the arms give out but her heart just won't let go. Equipped with the right carrier, she can join me and venture out of her home to chart new territory in a foreign land with her hands free to record her findings for future generations.

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