Some of the most significant of these benefits include:

• Fewer tears from baby: Often, if baby is fussing despite being changed, fed, and wide-awake, the reason why is simply wanting to be close to mama. In a study which asked new mothers to pick up, hold, and carry their babies at random intervals throughout the day, the infants who were carried cried up to 54% less often. Babywearing mimics these conditions, helping to reduce fussiness in your little one.
• Boosts in feelings of relaxation and well-being: The sensations of warmth and touch experienced during babywearing are soothing for mother and baby both, stimulating the release of oxytocin. This reduces blood pressure and lowers levels of cortisol, a hormone associated with stress.
• Better digestion and fewer spit-ups: Though GERD is a common condition in infants, it can be quite frustrating for parents who aren’t sure how to help their little one feel better. Babywearing in an upright position is the perfect position for healthy digestion, and frequent touch is associated with reducing spit-up frequency in babies.

To learn more about the benefits of wearing your baby, visit Babywearing International online.

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