MANILA, Philippines - There are numerous benefits of using baby carriers. Busy and mobile parents will especially appreciate the convenience of having two hands “free” to accomplish errands. They can focus on their tasks knowing that their babies are safely sleeping near their bodies.
Baby carriers also produce happy babies. Studies show that babies who are carried often by parents tend to cry less and have generally happier disposition. As there is body-to-body contact between babies and adults, using a baby carrier is also a great way for moms and dads to bond with their children.
There are several brands of baby slings and carriers available on the market. However, there are key factors to consider when buying one. The age and weight of the baby are the most critical. Newborns and infants require carriers that can hold babies in supine position. At this stage, the baby’s neck still cannot support its head. Newborns also breathe using their stomachs so it is important that the product has a flat structure.
Parents must also consider the weight. Baby carriers should be appropriate to the child’s weight.
Other important factors include the material and sturdiness of the product.
Aprica’s Colan baby carriers is designed to support the needs of babies at this critical age. Designed using a million dollar worth of baby dummy with sensors, Colan maintains the baby’s posture so it remains comfortable and safe even for prolonged periods. It has a piggy-back harness that provides firm support for the baby’s body. It comes with a “Goodnight Curtain” which protects baby’s head and face from sunlight and wind while he is asleep and a drool pad to keep baby’s face clean.
All things considered, baby carriers should also produce happy parents. The Aprica Colan is designed with a waist belt that helps spread the baby’s weight to your shoulders, back, and hips giving you better comfort during prolonged use.
The material of Colan is made from high-quality fabric that allows air to circulate freely so baby remains comfortably cool. It is also easy to maintain — dirt can be wiped away easily and the fabric can be hand-washed. Its lightweight design (it weighs only about 570 grams!) allows easy storage — just fold it and tuck inside a handbag.
What’s more, the Colan comes in three different styles to suit baby’s need and growth: the vertical hold, the piggy-back, and holding by the waist.
Colan is suitable for babies four months up or when their neck is already stable. It can support up to 13 to 15-kilogram weight.
Aprica products are available at Baby Company and SM Department Stores nationwide. For more information, visit www.aprica.jp. Like them on facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ApricaPH .