International Babywearing Week 2019 ~ Michelle Dolphin

Babywearing is something close and dear to my heart. I've been babywearing Charlotte and Emmett since they're newborns. Until today, I still wear Emmett around especially when I'm out with them. It is my life saver as I enter parenthood!

I can't stress enough how beneficial babywearing is! The benefits of wearing your baby and practice attachment parenting include:

Strengthens the bond between parent and baby, as you maintain a closeness throughout your day, especially during the "4th trimester."
Aids in baby's development, both physically and emotionally, including promoting early language development.
And did you know that a carried baby is generally calmer thanks to all of her primal/survival needs being met?
Decreases risk of SIDS and flat-head syndrome.
Promotes neural development, respiratory and gastrointestinal health, and aids in balance.
Lets moms discreetly breastfeed on the go.
Boosts breast milk production due to close contact with baby.
Allows caregivers to be "hands-free" to get stuff done while still holding baby.
Promotes early language development.
Babies learn by watching faces, and babywearing puts your little one at conversational height- "the best seat in the house."
Allows parents to see more of the world through baby's eyes. And your babies get to discover their new world from the safety and comfort of your body.
Fosters a closeness through toddlerhood.
Toddlers can be worn too, reminding them of their "home base," and allowing that bond to continue as they grow.

On the 2nd of November, International Babywearing Week 2019 was held at Jaya One from 9am to 5pm.

I remember as I step into the event place, I could see a lot of parents babywearing their precious as they walk around the place. It was such a beautiful sight as the parents get to enjoy shopping while their kids stay calmly snugged in the carrier.

There were also a lot of carrier brands that you can find locally. Just to name a few below:

Snuggbaby: https://www.instagram.com/snuggbaby/

Unison CA: https://www.instagram.com/mysuppori_unisonca/

Sunshine Bliss : https://www.instagram.com/mysunshinebliss/

Soul Slings: https://www.instagram.com/soulslings/

Jumpsac: https://www.instagram.com/jumpsac/

Cuddle Me: https://www.instagram.com/cuddleme_malaysia/

There were also informative and educational talks on parenting such as babywearing, weaning, car seat safety and breastfeeding.

One of the speakers giving informative and educational talk

The highlight of the event has got to be the Babywearing Beauty Pageant! The theme was Halloween. There were 7 contestants and they all came prepared!