Babywearing Trend: New Native Carrier Vs. Sweet Fletcher

Babywearing is one of the newest trends in infant care. It is anything but a new concept. Babywearing is the practice of wearing or carrying a baby or child in a sling or other form of carrier. It has been practiced for years around the globe but has gotten new popularity with the rise in popularity of attachment parenting. Many child experts such as Dr. Sears and Dr. Harvey Karp encourage babywearing because it provides a greater attachment between baby and parents. Parents recommend baby wearing because it allows for baby to be held while giving the parent two free hands to clean, cook, or even take care of older children. Many babywearers have found that it is easier on the back and shoulders than carrying their infant in a car seat. The weight of the child is spread more evenly across the upper body.

As could be predicted this trend has been capitalized on and they are now several different companies making slings. Sings have become more than just practical- they are now a fashion statement. When I first decided to buy a sling, I was clueless on which one I should get. After going to friends and websites for advice I determined what really mattered in choosing a sling, To make my decision on which sling I should purchase , I compared ease of navigating the company's website, price, styles , resale value, and quality of construction. My two favorite slings are the New Native Carrier and the Sweet Fletcher.