Kelty Wallaby Infant Carrier

William Sears, MD and Martha Sears, RN came up with the phrase "Babywearing" which refers to carrying your baby in a carrier close to your body, while you continue with your activities of daily living. They did not invent the concept, which has been around since the human species evolved and is a common sight in many developing countries.

Why should I consider carrying my baby in a carrier?

There are many benefits to carrying your baby in a carrier. Studies indicate that babies who are carried in a carrier CRY LESS compared to those that aren't. When you carry your baby in a soft carrier, you are mimicking the baby's environment in the womb, which will help baby to make a smooth transition from womb to world. In our modern society of expensive and trendy strollers and other "containers", it is a pity that many parents are unaware of the concept of carrying your baby in a carrier, which costs a fraction of the cost of most strollers and offers many more benefits. We do believe that there is a place for strollers, particularly when baby reaches a year and becomes fairly heavy to carry for long periods.

Stroller vs soft carrier

If we compare Baby A, aged 2 months in a stroller and Baby B aged 2 months in a carrier worn close to mom and dad's body. Lets examine the sensory and motor experiences of both babies. Baby A is in his stroller, away from mom/dad, he can't see his parents, or smell them or even hear their voices. He lies passively on his back in his stroller, and may be confused and even disoriented, with no human touch to soothe or reassure him. Baby B is worn close to mom/dad's body. He can feel their heartbeat, see their faces, hear them talk, smell them and is reassured by their touch. Bonding occurs without any hassles and successful breastfeeding is more likely, with baby being carried against mom's body. The baby in the carrier is not lying flat on his back, but rather in a range of positions which will place less pressure on his skull, reducing his risk of developing plagiocephaly. He moves with mom/dad and in turn receives vestibular stimulation. He is actively engaging his muscles as he shifts to maintain his balance as mom/dad move. He is working on developing his head control and strengthening his muscles, unlike Baby A, who remains passively on his back. He is receiving what is essentially a swaddling like effect in the soft carrier which calms him via proprioceptive input to his joints. Mom/dad are more in tune with his needs, as they are very close to him. He can look up and see their faces.

There are many types of carriers on the market including:

* Ring Sling
* Pouch
* Wrap
* Asian Carriers
* Structured Carriers
* Hip Carriers
* Torso Carriers

Today, we will be highlighting a structured carrier form Kelty. In 1952, Kelty started making it easier for friends to enjoy the wilderness, and that's what they are still doing today. Kelty offers a full range of products for the outdoors. Kelty Kids, a division of Kelty, offers an award winning selection of carriers, strollers, bags and accessories. Today we are highlighting the Wallaby Infant Carrier.

The JPMA-certified Wallaby is a structured carrier which is very simple to use, and allows caregivers to wear a baby facing in or out (see insert for guidelines). Parents will really appreciate the solid design and engineering of the carrier. The carrier is easily adjustable for parents and caregivers of different heights and body frames. The Wallaby Carrier is made from a 100% cotton fabric and is fully padded, ensuring all day comfort for you and your baby. The carrier weighs in at just over a pound, making it lightweight and easy to manage. The Wallaby has a handy central zip pouch to store small essentials such as keys, or a cellphone which means that you can continue to remain hands free during short walks. The Wallaby has a sewn in loop at the top of the carrier which allows you to hang your carrier for easy storage.

The unisex design will appear to both men and women who will feel confident wearing their baby. Available in a variety of colors including Blueberry, Black, Grape and Cherry. The Wallaby is a good choice for breastfeeding moms and it is uniquely designed not to compress the chest region.

Where the Wallaby baby carrier truly excels is in relation to reducing colic or reflux. The Wallaby carrier allows a baby to remain in a vertical position with minimal bending at the hips which together with additional strategies outlined in the book"Colic Solved," by Bryan Vartabedian, M.D. to help to reduce colic and reflux.

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For more information, please visit: www.kelty.com

Miraclesuit: Making shopping for swimsuits fun again

Swimsuit season is just around the corner and if the thought of swimsuit shopping leaves you feeling less than excited, then we have some great news for you. You don't have to be in perfect shape or at the perfect weight to look incredible in your swimsuit this season. You can feel confident and sexy in your swimsuit and enjoy the beach and outdoors without feeling self-conscious about your body.

Enter, the Miraclesuit®, the unique new swimsuit that contours, shapes, slims and firms the body. It is every woman’s dream come true. What is the secret behind the Miraclesuit®?
The Miraclesuit® is made from Miratex®, a magical fabric which has 3 times the amount of spandex and 3 times the holding power as traditional swim-wear fabrics. The combination of this special fabric and the expert design, cut, sewing and engineering of each style will leave you looking 10 pounds slimmer in 10 seconds! The Miraclesuit® swimsuit truly lives up to its name but don't take our word for it, visit a retailer in your area and see the magical transformation for yourself.

After briefing our panel about the benefits of the Miraclesuit®, we had no difficulty finding a member to test out a suit. We received the Miraclesuit® in the Sonatina style in a DD cup and this is what our test panel member had to say.

"After two pregnancies my body has been through its share of physical changes, leaving me with 15 extra pounds that I haven't been able to shed. I used to dread the idea of shopping for a swimsuit because I could never find anything that flattered my figure and smoothed out all of my extra lumps and bumps. My bust had sagged and needs all the support that it can get, especially in a swimsuit. I was very skeptical but very willing to try on the Sonatina Miraclesuit. I took the swimsuit home one afternoon to try it on. I immediately noticed how supportive yet comfortable the fabric was. I honestly could not believe my eyes staring in the mirror. My bust was well supported, my waist was nipped in and my belly was flattened and sleek and my rear looked well toned! What more could I ask for? The real test would be my husband's reaction. I patiently waited for him to come home from work and opened the front door in my swimsuit. Okay, I admit that I paraded around my house in the swimsuit all afternoon, feeling confident, sexy and very excited about summer! My husband was initially very shocked to see me in a swimsuit as I avoided being seen in one even since I had the kids. He told me how amazing I looked and we even started planning a beach vacation for the family. Miraclesuit, I am customer for life and I want to thank you for giving me the confidence to wear a swimsuit again. I know that this summer is going to be the best one yet."

The Miraclesuit® is available in many beautiful styles from simple to elegant as well as a variety of solids, patterns and prints, appealing to women of all ages. Selecting the correct size Miraclesuit® swimsuit is crucial to the fit and overall results so for this reason, we would highly recommend trying on the swimsuits in the store initially vs purchasing online without having tried on the style first. If you select a size that is too small, the swimsuit will be very comfortable and if you select a size that is too large, it won't be able to work its magic! Try on a variety of styles and cuts, to see what suits you best. The Miraclesuit® is ideal for women who have been unable to shed the extra pounds that have crept up over the years. The Miraclesuit® is perfect for women who have welcomed a baby and may be lacking the confidence to don a swimsuit this summer. The Miraclesuit® will change all that and help you to embrace your post baby body with love and acceptance.

We were really excited to find out that the Miraclesuit® is also available in D and DD cups (select styles) so now women who have a larger bust can fit beautifully into their Miraclesuit®. There is no other swimsuit like this in the world!






Also available are matching pareo's which are easy to tie and very stylish. Besides the traditional way to wear this, the pareo also doubles are a wrap or shawl for the evening to take you from day to night effortlessly and in style.

For more information, please visit:

www.MiracleSuit.com

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