Unique Babies

When the Maya Wrap or any baby ring sling is first purchased and used, it takes a little bit of time to learn how to use it.  When purchasing the Maya Wrap there is an instructional DVD but if you still tend to be having difficulty with putting it on properly then here are some tips that may help you.  If the sling tends to be to lose and not stay tight then making a few adjustments may correct some of the Maya Wrap problems you are having.  Here are three general problems that people usually have when trying to first wear the Maya Wrap Ring Sling or any other baby ring sling.

First, the Maya Wrap can not be twisted, the inside of the tail (the side next to your neck) can not be twisted at all; it needs to come across your back, hip and the top of your baby’s body without any twist.  Feed the tail through the rings making sure the tail is not twisted, after feeding them through the rings put the wrap over one shoulder with the rings in the hollow of your shoulder and then place your baby into your Maya Wrap Ring Sling.

Second, to position your baby where you want them to sit you need to hold your baby up high and then tighten the tail of the sling by pulling the tail across your body, do not pull down on the tail.  Then let go of your baby and they should be positioned where you want them sitting.  You want to wear your baby high and snug or your back may start to hurt.  Make sure your baby’s face is not really tight against your body, there needs to be a finger distance of room between your body and your baby.

Third, when putting your child into the sling their weight is what tightens the rings to hold the sling in place. If you need to tighten the sling after your baby is in the sling hold your baby up and pull the tail in front across your body, this will keep the sling positioned properly and will keep your baby snug and comfortable.

This will generally correct most Maya Wrap baby wearer problems that new parents tend to have.  If you still have problems with the Maya Wrap Baby Ring Sling here are some videos  to watch that may help you.

One of the best made and most popular baby slings on the market is made by Maya Wrap.  They make a couple of different types of baby slings but the most popular by far is the Maya Wrap Lightly Padded Baby Ring Sling.  They come in a variety of different colors but the most popular colors are Black, Olive Green and Bright Stripe they are hard to keep in stock.

According to the Maya Wrap website “For 12 years, Maya Wrap baby carriers have consistently been rated the #1 must-have essential for new parents.   Here’s why:

• Maya Wrap baby slings are stylish, comfortable, and fully adjustable.
• Mom-recommended, they’re all you need to simplify your day. No more lugging strollers around, fiddling with buckles or snaps, trying to nurse discreetly, juggling a baby while helping an older child… just grab your Maya Wrap and get on with your life!

Join the ‘growing’ number of savvy parents and celebrities who have declared the Maya Wrap the “baby product you can’t live without“!”

I know that Mom and Dad’s alike just love this Maya Wrap Lightly Padded Ring Sling; it comes with an instructional DVD on how to use the ring sling and hold your baby in a number of different positions.  The lightly padded shoulder helps lighten the weight of your baby; making it more comfortable to hold your baby for longer periods of time.

Babywearing has become a ‘growing’ trend that Moms and Dads enjoy in keeping their little ones close.  Before it was a trend, Maya Wrap recognized the benefits of keeping your baby close in a baby sling during those first impressionable years! Here are some benefits of wearing your baby in a baby sling; this is research directly from the Maya Wrap website.

Less Crying - Babies who are carried cry less on average than those that are not. Research has shown that babies who are carried cry (on average) 43% less overall and 54% less during the evening hours (1).

Smarter Babies - Babies spend more time in a “quiet, alert state” when carried - the ideal state for learning. When carried, your baby sees the world from where you do, instead of the ceiling above his crib or people’s knees from a stroller.  This extra stimulation benefits brain development.

Emotional Development - Babies are able to develop a sense of security and trust when they are carried. They are more likely to be securely attached to their care-giver/s (2) and often become independent at an earlier age (3)

Physical Development - By being close to your body’s rhythms, baby “gets in rhythm” much more quickly. Research has shown how this helps newborns (especially premature babies) to adapt to life outside the womb (4).

Helps with Post Partum Depression - Babies who are not held need more verbal interaction and eye contact, just to be reassured that you’re there. Moms who may suffer from Post Partum depression will find that carrying their baby is a great way to connect with her (and provide stimulation too) without the “burden” of having to interact (5). Of course your baby is “right there” to enjoy whenever you feel like snuggling, kissing or talking. This is by no means a cure or solution for Post Partum Depression, always seek counsel from your physician first.

Eases the strain - Carrying your baby in a sling eases the strain on baby’s spine and your back!”

Let the research show that Maya Wrap baby slings can benefit you and your baby.  Maya Wrap being the most popular choice because they know that they are made well and comfortable for you and your baby!

1.        Hunziker, U. A. and Barr, R, G. (1986). Increased carrying reduces infant crying: a randomized controlled trial. Pediatrics, 77, 641-8.

2.        Anisfeld, E., Casper, V., Nozyce, M. and Cunningham, N. (1990). Does infant carrying promote attachment? An experimental study of the effects of increased physical contact on the development of attachment. Child Development, 61, 1617-1627.

3.        Whiting, J. W. M. (1981). Environmental constraints on infant care practices. In R. H. Munroe, R. L. Munroe & B. B. Whiting (Eds.), Handbook of cross-cultural human development, New York: Garland STPM Press.

4.        Ludington-Hoe SM, Swinth JY. (1996). Developmental aspects of kangaroo care. Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing, 25, 691-703.

5.        Pelaez-Nogueras M, Field TM, Hossain Z, Pickens J. (1996). Depressed mothers’ touching increases infants’ positive affect and attention in still-face interactions. Child Development, 67, 1780-92.

(Credit: The Babywearer)

Mom and Dad as your baby begins to grow so do the amount of toys that they acquire.  What is a parent to do with their toy pile as it gets bigger and bigger?  A great old concept is a toy box, but do you want just an ordinary toy box or do you want one that shows the uniqueness of your child.

Do you have fond memories of the circus when you were growing up?  Well you can bring that childhood memory home.  Consolidating your child’s toys all into one place and have the circus memories brought into their bedroom giving them the same fond memories that you had as a child.

An elephant toy box that is retro fitted with elephants from merry-go-rounds of earlier days and configured into a toy box.  These toy boxes are original meaning that no two are exactly the same; they are fun and a great place to conspicuously hide your child’s toys.

Your baby deserves the best and dressing them in organic clothes is the best you can offer.  In studying how cotton is manufactured, babies and adults alike should be only wearing organic cotton clothing or other natural fabrics not treated with pesticides and toxins

100% organic cotton is a great natural breathable fabric and when it is organic it is so soft to the touch.  Another naturally organic fabric is bamboo which is even softer then organic cotton; it feels like silk or cashmere but is as easy to take care of as cotton.  Both of these organic materials are what you are going to want for your baby.  Clothing for your baby is one place to start buying organic.

But many other important baby items that you may not think of as being important to buy organic.  Baby items that are necessary to make life a little easier and come in organic bamboo or organic cotton; a baby blanket, a baby sling, a nursing cover, a grocery cart / highchair cover, a car seat cover and many other unique baby items that can be found in a unique baby boutique.  Shop the unique, organic and eco friendly for your precious little one.  You will be happy knowing that everything that touches your baby is organic and safe for your babies developing immune system.

Looking for baby clothing that is organic and soft to your babies touch is important for your unique baby.  A newer material known as bamboo is one of the best naturally organic materials on the market.  If you have not seen or heard of bamboo clothing you will be amazed to learn how the same bamboo that you use on your floor can be changed into a material that is as soft as silk.

Here are 6 reasons you should choose bamboo material for your baby.

A Unique Baby Boutique is a great way to find bamboo clothing that is different and unique for your baby.  After touching this material you will only want to dress your baby in bamboo clothing, in fact you may want to find this material for yourself.

Another reason to shop a unique baby boutique is because you find the unusual.  A different and unique nursery shows the personality of your unique baby.  One of the most original, unique nurseries that I have seen was designed with a round baby crib as the main center piece of furniture in the room.

Round cribs are very useful in their safety and design giving more room for your baby in the crib.  They not only provide more space for your baby but they protect them because there are no sharp corners and when they begin to pull up if they fall backward they will not hit their head.  Round cribs also take up less floor space and give you an easy view of your baby.  Round cribs are clearly a choice that you should consider for the design of your baby’s nursery.  They are great for your baby and you, look at a unique baby boutique for the crib that will best fit your needs for your nursery.

Your baby is probably one of the most important people in your life, they demand so much of your time at this stage of their life.  Mom and Dad you want to offer them the best that you can and at this busy time the best they can have are unique baby items that help and comfort them in the growing and developmental process.  The first year of their life they usually more then double or triple their weight and grow like a weed in their length.   So mom and dad you need to look at this growing process as a wonderful window of time watching them develop and learn so much.

Although because your baby is growing so quickly there are many baby items that your baby is going to need.  Remember every child is different and your baby is special and unique from any other baby.  You may have one child, two children, three or even more but one thing you will realize quickly is that every child has their own unique personality, likes and dislikes.  Knowing that every child is different means that what worked well for one of your children may not work for your other child or children.  Many unique new baby items are constantly coming on the market that helps make life a little easier in the baby rearing years.  This is where looking for baby items found in a unique baby boutique may really aid in the developing years of your baby.

A unique baby boutique is the place to look for some great unique baby items such as a nursing cover up.  They make nursing in public a little easier, when your baby wants to eat and you are out it is not always convenient to go somewhere private to feed your baby.  But with a nursing cover up you can put the cover over your head and discreetly nurse your baby without exposing your self to the whole world.  Make sure in looking for a nursing cover that the neckline is rigid so it will give you a gap to see your baby as they nurse.  Many of them are also lined on the inside with soft material such as bamboo that feels so good against your baby’s skin, it also wicks away moisture and is antibacterial so it will not grow mildew.   A nursing cover up is a must have for any mom that plans on nursing their baby.  It is convenient to be able to nurse your baby almost anywhere.

Why would anyone want to shop at a unique baby boutique?  If you want the same old boring baby items that everyone else has for their baby then go to your average retail store, like Wal-Mart, and shop where every one else shops.  But if you want the unique for your baby because they are unique then you need to shop a unique baby boutique.

You are not going to find the average baby items at a unique baby boutique.  Your baby is special and unique so you want to buy baby items that show their personality.  Look for items that are useful but have a unique flair and make life easier for you, Mom.  Shop a unique baby boutique for you and your baby so they stand out among the masses of other babies.

The next few blogs are going to feature unique baby items that you will find when you start looking around for unique items in a unique baby boutique.

Infant and toddler car seat covers are the best idea I have seen recently that distinguishes itself as one of those unique baby items.  Everyone that has a baby knows how dirty their car seats can get, their bodily fluids coming from their month or other end, cheerios and anything else that misses their mouth all winds up in their car seat.

Today there is an easy solution to the car seat messes.  A car seat cover is a unique baby item that most parents will not want to live without once they realize how convenient it can make their lives.  Car seat covers fit most car seats and they easily Velcro onto your car seat so when it comes time to clean up the messy car seat you unvelcro the cover and throw it into the washing machine.

Have any of you ever taken a car seat apart and then had to put it all back together?  You know that this can take all day, taking out the straps, carefully washing the seat cover and then trying to remember how to put it back together, this is a daunting task.  If you had a car seat cover you would quickly take off the car seat cover wash it and then Velcro it back onto the car seat, there are no straps to rethread because you never had to unhook them.

Every so often some unique baby items come along that you may not realize even existed but once you try them you wonder how you ever got along without them.  This is truly a great idea, I would recommend a car seat cover to any parent that still has a car seat in their car.  They come in infant and toddler sizes and fit most any car seat on the market.  Unique baby items for your unique baby that not only makes their car seat look good but can easily be cleaned up to make your life simpler.