Written By: Debjani Arora | Published : May 27, 2015 6:25 PM IST
It is not possible for you to carry your baby in your arms wherever you go, even if you love doing that. You need your hands to be free to pick up the groceries, pay the bill at the counter or to tuck your hair behind your ears.
So there you are, you need support, especially when you have to walk out all on your own with your little one in tow. So you wonder what you should invest in for your baby s little travelling sprees: a baby wearing carrier or a stroller. Here are 19 baby care tips for the new mother.
Well, what you choose is your personal decision, and both have advantages and limitations of their own. Lactation and prenatal counselling expert Sonali Shivlani says that a baby carrier or sling is more comfortable and useful for both the mother and the baby. Here are 10 things you should never buy for your child.
Here is why:
These are few things you will never benefit from using a stroller. However, there are times when a stroller seems to be more comfortable than a baby wearing carrier, especially when your child grows and gains weight. Read to know if your child needs to lose weight, now?
But, remember it is too cumbersome and needs a high level of maintenance. Some studies also suggest that keeping your child restricted in a stroller can limit motor development and delay achieving physical milestones like crawling and walking.
With a baby carrier, the advantage is that as your baby grows you are bound to put her down which helps to learn to walk and run on her own. Read on developmental milestone: Has your child started to walk yet?
Choosing the right baby wearing carrier
Not all baby carriers are safe for your little one. Here are few things you should look out for:
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