Fortunately, most experts think that you can't spoil a baby.
That is good news for all of the parents who are finding that the only way to comfort their baby right now is to carry simply carry them around.
Picking your baby up every time they cry will likely get you some negative feedback from more than a few friends and family members though. These people are following some "old-school" parenting styles that have thankfully fallen out of favor. They commonly believe that if you always pick up your crying baby, then you will spoil them.
The American Academy of Pediatrics, in their book Your Baby's First Year, offers some good advice on the subject:
The best way to handle crying is to respond promptly to your infant whenever he cries during his first few months. You cannot spoil a young baby by giving him attention; and if you answer his calls for help, he'll cry less overall.
Slings, Wraps and Carriers
Even if it won't spoil your baby, it can be hard to get anything done if you are always holding your baby.You can hold your baby close to you, keep her comforted and calm, and still keep your hands free by using a baby carrier or sling.
Popular brands include the:
- Maya Wrap Sling
- Baby Bjorn Carrier
- Moby Wrap Baby Carrier
- Evenflo Snugli Comfort Vent Soft Carrier
