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Wearing Baby Safely Safety Tips for Babywearing -Make sure you understand how to properly use your carrier before placing your baby in it! -Examine your baby carrier for signs of wear. If you see a tear or other problem that could possibly put your baby in a dangerous situation, please do not use your carrier. Have it properly repaired before using the carrier again. -Until you become confident with your carrier, help to support your baby slightly. As time goes by & you gain experience & confidence, you will be able to go completely hands free! -Stay in tune with your baby. Keep an eye on their breathing & air flow. You do not want to hear them having a hard time breathing. If this occurs, take the baby out and reposition them in the carrier so that you are sure they are breathing properly. -Make sure your baby is secure at all times. -If it is hot or cold outside, dress your baby accordingly. Remember that your carrier like an added layer or blanket. -Use common sense while babywearing and do not participate in any activity that would endanger your child while being worn. -Cooking is not recommended while babywearing especially if the child is able to reach sharp or hot objects. -Be careful when walking through doorways or around corners. It's hard to remember that you child's body is a part of yours while babywearing so watch that you do not bump their heads or other body parts while moving about. -Bend at your knees when picking something up (and remember to keep a hand on your baby if you are using a sling.) -Do not forget that as your baby becomes older, their little hands can reach very far! Make sure that anything that will harm them such as sharp or hot objects are well out of reach. -Do not consider your baby sling a car seat or seat belt for car travel. Make sure your child is buckled properly in his/her car seat for any road trip. -Do not wear your child while bike riding or such like.
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