In other countries (Africa and Asia especially) Women carry their babies all the time for long periods of time for the first 3 months of the babies life. They use the baby sling like a transitional womb for their baby. Carry your baby helps emotional development of the baby while allowing parents to carry out their daily tasks.
Carrying your baby in the baby sling gives your baby a special bond with the closeness of your heartbeat, the rhythm of your breathing and the sound of your voice. It reassures the baby that you are always there for them. Giving your baby self-confidence.
According to pediatrics in 1996, carrying your baby reduces crying by 43% during the day and 51% at night. It reinforces a close communication and your baby’s needs are met more quickly then in a stroller or bouncy seat.