subject: Stroller no more, We Have a Baby Carrier [print this page] Stroller no more, We Have a Baby Carrier Stroller no more, We Have a Baby Carrier
Baby strollers have become so common that lots of families own two, three, or more, strollers. While a stroller can be handy at times, carrying your baby in a baby carrier might be easier and way less expensive. My baby is four months old and has never been in a stroller. Whether we are hiking, shopping, or walking around the mall, it is just easier to carry her in a baby carrier. My hands are free to shop, eat or talk (yes, I do talk with my hands!). My little girl is satisfied, and we don't have to mess with lugging around a big stroller.
Now, I am aware what you are thinking: What about my back? The majority are only knowledgeable about the mainstream carriers that strap baby on. I don't like these carriers because they put a lot of pressure on my back and shoulders - and leave the baby dangling from their crotch. Ouch!
Instead, I use one of the three popular styles of alternative baby carriers. You may get away with just one carrier, but I find that I like them all for different reasons. We have a sling, a mei tai (pronounced may tie) and also a wrap style carrier.
When my daughter was just two weeks old we went on a nice hike in the brilliant autumn sunshine. So being out in the fresh air was wonderful. I carried my daughter in a wrap style baby carrier and she slept the whole way. She loved being snuggled warmly against my body, and popping her out and in for feeding and changing was easy. We still use the wrap carrier for some outings.
For shorter trips I recommend the sling. It is designed for shopping or quick runs to the post office. You can easily pop her in the sling since here are no adjustments to make. As she gets older, the sling will help hold her on my hip so my hands are free. I usually see parents at the post office having to jump out of line to chase a toddler. With a sling, your little one is right there and you can talk to them but they can't run away.
Finally, we love our mei tai for extended trips. It is an Asian style baby carrier that ties the baby snugly to you while supporting their legs and back in a healthy position. The mei tai is usable for front or back carries, and these come in a ton of great prints.
In addition to the convenience factor, I feel far better about being out and about with my baby in a carrier. Strangers are less likely to cough over her or touch her, especially important those first few months when babies are so vulnerable to colds and viruses such as RSV.
Studies show that held babies cry less and learn language faster. It simply makes sense when you realize that a baby in a carrier feels warm and safe - and they are at your level where they can hear you talking and see the same things you see.
I also love the truth that we never need to wrestle a stroller out and in of the car or wrangle it through crowds or store aisles.
Carriers are also much cheaper than strollers with an average price of $40-80 dollars.
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