Babywearing Tips
- Take the time to learn about babywearing from our website and other sources (see links to some great sites on our About Babywearing page)
- Practice tying the Monkeywrap® and placing a doll in it so that you get a feel for how to position them comfortably. It can help you if you do this in front of a mirror.
- If baby isn't interested in going into the Monkeywrap®, don't push it at that moment. Give it a few minutes and see if the mood changes.
- If babywearing is new to you, it is new to baby too and may take a few tries for you and baby to feel comfortable.
- It is instinctive to support your baby with your hand(s) while you get used to carrying baby in your Monkeywrap®. As you become more comfortable, you will do this less and have your hands free more often.
- Use one of the shoulder bands of the Monkeywrap® to support baby's head, positioning their head for them to ensure a clear airway. It will support baby's delicate neck by holding their head to you as you wear baby.
- When using newborn/nursing hold ensure baby is in an upright reclined position and baby's airway is open. See more here
- Always remember to bend at the knees when you bend over and support baby's head/neck, as opposed to bending at the waist.
- Walk with your arms as barriers so that you don't bump baby into door jams, etc.
- DO NOT wear baby while in the kitchen preparing food. Do not risk working with or near sharp or hot objects.
- DO NOT eat or drink hot foods/beverages that could spill on baby.
How to wear
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