In the first three weeks or so of Olivia's life, I sported her around in a baby sling feeling so great that she was all snuggled up, womb-like against my body. Within a short time frame she became very agitated having to have her legs and arms all bundled in, not being able to see out.
This is where one of the hand-me-downs we received came in. The Baby Bjorn. What a fabulous invention! Like a back back (except on the front of your body....a front pack? whatever) it allows the baby's legs and arms to flail about. Small babies are supposed to face towards you as their necks aren't strong enough yet. Well, not our little peanut. She is determined to act like a big kid. She faces out, with her chin not far over the edge (a la Kilroy)and lets her head drop to the side when she falls asleep...all while still insisting to face outward.
We have found that this particular baby bjorn is missing the lumbar support so we are off to buy a new one with a lumbar support, knowing it will be put to good use.
As we walk along, Olivia chats away to passers by and kicks her legs "giddy-up" if you stop too long. This weekend Bill, Olivia, Barb and I went on a hike and she was so happy the whole time. Her cheeks nice and rosie. See the great pics Barb took with her camera?
Jennifer
3 comments:
Hi Jennifer,
This is Marliese, Frankie Kerr's daughter. First, I just wanted to let you know that I think that Olivia Love is just adorable. Congrats on this journey called parenthood. Second, would you consider getting an Ergo instead of a Bjorn? I have never used the Bjorn, but many of my mommy friends tell me that it has quite the limited lifespan, as soon your shoulders will ache with all her weight hanging from it. The Ergo is wonderful, our baby Mika loves being in his. As well, the Ergo can be used until the baby is 40 lbs. Just something to consider...
Hi Marliese,
So great to hear from you! Yay for moms! I actually BOUGHT an Ergo but then realized that it only allows the baby to face inward. And Olivia being the nosy person she is...wants to see what's going on at all times (am I right? you can only face the baby inward? I couldn't find any pictures or instructions that said otherwise and it seems designed for their bum to fit in that way) That's the reason I have a bjorn...and yes, my shoulders and back are sore...but I thought it was just because I didn't have the lumbar support. I think that would help. Your advice is SO appreciated. We should meet someday! Jennifer
Hey Darlins
Auntie 5 toes here. How beautiful that wee munchkin is! Her eyes have lightened up just like her mommy's. Maybe daddy too, but I haven't peered into his peepers lately, so I don't know for sure. Anyway, she is pretty darn fabulous, and we expect her parents to keep those beautiferous shots coming down the pike.
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