Posted on March 16, 2008 by Orit
Wearing your newborn on your tummy may not allow enough freedom of movement for all mothers. Strange as it may seem, it is perfectly possible to put even very small babies on your back, so you can do almost everything while giving your baby the advantage of being as close to you as possible. It can help a lot the average occidental mother who has older children to take care of, meals to cook and other household duties to do while taking care of her baby. Some women manage even to go back to work with a back carrier.
You can carry newborns on your back, cradled in sling or carried in a Mei Tai, provided the carrier gives proper support for their head and limbs. It is advisable to get an experienced mom to show you how to do it before trying it alone.
Once the baby holds her head more firmly, around 3-4 months old, you can choose from a larger variety of carriers.
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