Baby Wearing — hip carry

How Old Should Your Baby Be To Face Outward In A Baby Carrier?

Posted by Megan Petchel & Julie Monson on

As a parent, placing your baby facing out towards the world while carrying them may seem to be the perfect solution to keep them content and allow them to connect with their world. All of this whilst still being close to you which provides them with any reassurance they need. Although it seems to be a win-win situation for both baby and parent, carrying your baby forward facing in a carrier is somewhat of a controversial topic. One of the main concerns raised by professionals is that babies are placed in this position before they are safely old enough to...

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Which Babywearing Position Is Best For My Baby?

Posted by Megan Petchel & Julie Monson on

The healthiest way to carry your baby, especially for the first 6 months, is having them against your tummy facing you (also known as inward-facing) according to the International Hip Dysplasia Institute. However, it is not as simple as popping your baby in a carrier facing you. This is because your baby’s hips must be in a frog position (also known as an “M” shape) as this encourages normal hip development. In addition to the position of their hips and legs, it is important that your baby’s back be curved or bent and their head should rest on your chest to support normal development of their spine.

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