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· baby carrying produces a baby that peacefully and calmly observes its surroundings with less fuss and crying. one study found that carrying babies reduced crying and fussiness by 43% (day) and 51% (night)

· since carrying your baby reduces crying and they are a lot more content, you will find that there is no need to 'stuff' a dummy into their mouth

· when a baby is tense, the movement of being carried in a cotton sling will help them to fall asleep

· a baby's brain grows phenomenally - from 25% of its adult weight at birth to 50% at six months and 90% at one year. studies of childhood bonding report the incredible importance of the first year of a baby's life to the quality of the remainder of life. do Western values and practices of childrearing allow our children the best start in life? instead of putting them in a pram, surrounded by artificial warmth from blankets, do they not deserve the warmth and touch they receive by being carried in a cotton sling?

· practical benefits of carrying your baby are immense! save hours in crowded places by not having to push a buggy around; both hands free to continue with daily chores, etc.

the facts

· carried babies are better able to complete their exterogestation (out of the womb) period than those who are not - particularly important for premature babies

· carrying babies stimulates levels of mothering hormone prolactin. mothers who use slings feel closer to their babies - improving breast-feeding and bonding