I received these products for my review. All opinions are my own.

International Babywearing Week (IBW) is a week-long opportunity to celebrate, promote, advocate for, and focus media attention on the many benefits of babywearing.

Medical professionals agree that infants thrive through touch; “wearing” your baby is another way to meet this need. The benefits of babywearing don’t end there … babywearing offers many other advantages, some of which include:

Happy Babies. It’s true … carried babies cry less! In a study published in the journal Pediatrics, researchers found that babywearing for three hours a day reduced infant crying by 43 percent overall and 54 percent during evening hours. (1)

Healthy Babies. Premature babies and babies with special needs often enter the world with fragile nervous systems. When a baby rides in a sling attached to his mother, he is in tune with the rhythm of her breathing, the sound of her heartbeat, and the movements his mother makes—walking, bending, and reaching. This stimulation helps him to regulate his own physical responses. Research has even shown that premature babies who are touched and held gain weight faster and are healthier than babies who are not. (2)

Confident Parents. A large part of feeling confident as a parent is the ability to read our babies’ cues successfully. Holding our babies close in a sling allows us to become finely attuned to their movements, gestures, and facial expressions. Every time a baby is able to let us know that she is hungry, bored, or wet without having to cry, her trust in us is increased, her learning is enhanced, and our own confidence is reinforced. This cycle of positive interaction deepens the mutual attachment between parent and child, and is especially beneficial for mothers who are at risk for or suffering from postpartum depression. (3) (4)

Loving Caregivers. Baby carriers are a great bonding tool for fathers, grandparents, adoptive parents, babysitters, and other caregivers. Imagine a new father going for a walk with his baby in a sling. The baby isbecoming used to his voice, heartbeat, movements, and facial expressions, and the two are forging a strong attachment of their own. Baby carriers are beneficial for every adult in a baby’s life. Cuddling up close in the sling is a wonderful way to get to know the baby in your life, and for the baby to get to know you!

Comfort and Convenience. With the help of a good carrier, you can take care of older children or do chores without frequent interruptions from an anxious or distressed infant—which helps to reduce sibling rivalry. Baby carriers are also wonderful to use with older babies and toddlers; you can save those arms and go where strollers can’t. Climbing stairs, hiking, and navigating crowded airports all can be done with ease when you use a well-designed baby carrier!

http://www.babywearinginternational.org/what-is-babywearing/babywearing-resources/benefits-of-babywearing-2/

To celebrate International Babywearing Week, Baby K’tan sent me one of their original baby carriers to test out! They make baby wearing easy by sizing their carriers to fit Mom or Dad- and I couldn’t wait to try!

Usually when I receive something for review, I try to take pictures of the packaging and of the product before I use it- but I tell you the truth- the day my Baby K’tan arrived on my doorstep, my baby was being extra fussy and I ripped this baby open to put it to use immediately. It has been a LIFESAVER. I use it daily and I have recommended it to countless people. Right away he seemed a little small for it, this third baby of mine was born 5 pounds 7 ounces, so he wasn’t quite ready for it as they recommend at least 8 pounds. But once he gained a few pounds it was perfect. I love, love, LOVE that it is a soft baby wrap like material, but without all the complicated wrapping. Baby K’tan’s website has an easy to use size calculator that helps you get the right size, and then all you have to do is follow a couple of steps and baby is set and snuggled and you are hands free! There are multiple positions options and it really is the most versatile carrier I have ever used. It is so easy to use- truly. And baby is totally comfortable, mine will sleep for hours while being worn in his Baby K’tan baby carrier! And I’m comfy too, as the material is just like wearing a t-shirt.

I adore that Baby K’tan wants to celebrate International Babywearing week- it is such a great initiative to encourage babywearing! My third baby boy Nixon has definitely been my most challenging baby, and he truly just loves to be held. With two older kids to manage and working as a nanny, it would be impossible for me to get through the day without wearing him. It’s such a great win/win situation- he’s happy, I’m happy, my house is happy. =) Be sure to check out below for an awesome discount! I know you’ll love your Baby K’tan as much as I do!

Things that are Brag Worthy:

Ergonomic positioning for healthy infant development
Evenly distributes weight across back and shoulders
Double-loop design slips on like a t-shirt
The Baby K’tan ORIGINAL is made of a 100% natural cotton with unique one-way stretch
The soft fabric will give you and your little one a warm and cozy hold
Wear baby in multiple positions, without any wrapping or buckling