#12daysofslinging is, at its core, a reminder to hold out little ones close during a time of year that can be hectic and very outward focused - taking time for ourselves as caregivers and to meaningfully connect with our little ones. •
Our reasons for babywearing are all across the board: colicky baby, needing to keep up with older kids/siblings, sick child, bonding with adopted or fostered babes, tantrum taming a toddler, nap time, bed time... really any reason is a good reason to carry our kiddos. •
Day 7 theme is “babywearing friends” and I’m so happy for all the connections I have made through wearing Jai - online friends who have become close and dear (my go to group of ladies I met through this same “challenge” last year), brands who I’ve connected with who share their carriers with me to love on and share with others... it’s almost overwhelming how many friendships I have made through babywearing. •
Motherhood started with a glass almost bone dry empty with an awful birth story and PPD and near sepsis due to my c section and babywearing has filled my cup in ways I cannot describe. I am so genuinely happy sharing my carriers with other families and getting them back a little more worn and loved on is the best way to carry my own child. •
Tag your babywearing bestie and tell me how you connected! I’ll pick one random pair to give $5 each for a coffee (or heck a cheap cocktail) date - because #momfriends (or parent/caregiver/however you roll) are the best friends.