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Benefits of Baby Wearing

It is a fact of nature that babies are carried within the womb for nine months, constantly experiencing the rhythm of our movements.  Once born we may wrongly expect them to be happy when they are still.  Imagine what it would be like in their skin.  Wouldn't it be unnerving to go from constant movement for our entire life to total stillness and worst of all completely alone in this strange new world.  It is an instinctual act to pick up a crying child, to touch, talk and soothe them until they settle.   Put them down and they cry again, what are they saying? Babies need to be held.   There are plenty of theories on child raising but this one makes sense to the millions in indigenous cultures and now we in the west are catching on.  Human babies are born well before they are able to take care of themselves.  It is amazing to watch the milestones that occur, almost to the day, as our babies develop especially the transformation that takes place around nine months.  In my own and many women's experience, babies have nine months in, nine months on us and then they are ready to confidently explore the world.In short here are some benefits to baby wearing:

• Less crying and fussing,  happier babies (A baby cannot be spoilt by holding them too much!)
• Be hands free to carry on with other tasks
• Be hands free to give attention to other siblings
• Baby development is enhanced through constant observation of world
• Baby is a participant in your life though not the centre of your attention
• Less strain on your body (compared to carrying without a sling)
• Baby feels safe and secure with you close
• Increased nurturing through touch and communication
• Greater bonding for father's 
• Convenient for the whole family

Prices and Ordering

Shanti Slings have are quality made pieces at affordable prices so every body can benefit from comfortable baby carrying.

These pieces are one size fits most (sizes 8 to 16).  However custom Slings can be ordered.

Direct Orders

Price per Shanti Sling is $85.00 (Cash, Cheque, Direct Deposit or credit card) )This includes postage within Australia 

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Mothers Praise for Shanti Slings

"I've tried a lot of different carriers since Billy was born and this is by far the best baby sling around. Not only is it incredibly comfortable for me but he feels safe, strapped to me while I can be completely hands free to do what needs to be done - washing, shopping or going to the beach. The sling allows me great flexiblity of movement and he is so close to me he is always happy. I highly recommend the Shanti Sling to every mum, especially busy mums for the freedom it gives you. " - Nicky

"Brilliant! My Shanti Sling has made my life as a mother of 2 so much easier. I can cook, eat, shop, play with my elder son with ease and Oscar loves the movement - he even sleeps through the vacuuming!" - Tanja

Helpful tips:

• Put on sling before going in the car, hop out when arrive and you are ready to place you baby and go.

• Shoulder straps can be pulled narrower in warm weather and pulled wider in cold weather.