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EBB 314 - Babywearing Benefits and Tips with Whitney Dula, IBCLC, Postpartum Doula, and Babywearing Expert

Published: May 29, 2024, 8 a.m.

Learn about the world of babywearing, including its impact on infant development, digestion, and sleep with Whitney Dula, a maternal child health advocate and founder of The Mama's Dula. Whitney shares her personal journey into babywearing, the rich cultural history of babywearing, its role in community-based child-rearing practices, and practical tips for parents. From fostering a close bond between caregivers and babies to being an affordable alternative to expensive baby carriers, learn how this practice could benefit you and your child.

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Check out the baby wraps and carriers mentioned in this episode:

  1. Moby Wrap\xae

  2. Tula\xae

  3. Ergobaby\xae

  4. Boba\xae

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