When someone asks me, "What is the one baby product you can't live without?", I don't hesitate: it's my Ergo. 

1. Baby carriers make life oh-so-easy, especially if you're running a busy house, running errands, or just want to talk a walk sans stroller. I couldn't imagine traveling -- or even getting through the airport -- without our wrap. Our Ergo is going on eight years, and it's been to Disney World (twice), New York, Chicago, Boca Raton, Brookfield Zoo, the Shedd Aquarium, the grocery store, and countless other destinations.
2. Getting baby to sleep is a piece of cake.
3. Babywearing decreases the risk of flat-head syndrome.
4. Babywearing offers a comfortable sleeping position for baby's with GERD... ahem, my second baby.
5. Babywearing reduces stress in your baby. Sometimes riding in a stroller in a big city can overstimulate a small baby. Wearing your baby makes your baby feel safe and secure, which reduces the stress hormone, cortisol.
6. Babywearing is a great way to keep germs away from your baby or toddler during cold and flu season. This is coming from someone who's toddler once licked a garbage can....  ?
7. Wearing your baby allows your baby to get cozy and bond with Daddy.
8. Wearing your baby allows you to have two hands to make dinner. Tip: Just use a back carry!
9. You can take your baby places where strollers can't go. Apple picking isn't fun with a stroller, but a baby carrier gets the job done.
10. You can't sip your coffee and push a stroller, but you can sip your coffee and wear your baby!

This is just a small dent in the reasons why I'm 100% obsessed with babywearing!

If you're new to babywearing, it can be overwhelming trying to find a new carrier. Although I own several (and love them all), the Ergo is perhaps the easiest for beginners. This one safely allows your baby to face-forward without risking injury to the hips, and it's comfortable and adjustable, which means it can easily go from mom to dad with a few simple adjustments.

Interested in a woven wrap? Check out this video to see what the Baby Wearin' Dads have to say!

While woven wraps do have a slight learning curve, they do offer a few more advantages over the structured carrier like the Ergo. I like that woven wraps offer a LOT of different options for wrapping your baby. The woven wrap can also feel more snug, and I feel that my youngest takes the longest naps when she's in this wrap.

Don't let the price scare you; these wraps are made to support your baby without sagging or fraying. Once I committed to the woven wrap, I received that it was worth every penny... once your baby starts snoozin', you'll see that they are indeed priceless.

Which color grabs your eye?

What's your favorite carrier?

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Guest Post by Leslie Campos

Becoming new parents is stressful, and the demands of a baby can be overwhelming at times.
According to a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, after the birth of a child, the negative aspects of the parents’ relationship can cause it to deteriorate very quickly. With all the focus on the little one, parents frequently don’t communicate very well, oftentimes argue more, and don’t have time for romance. Although many parents hesitate to leave their babies or young children behind, traveling together can be a wonderful way to recharge your relationship and reconnect as a couple.

Although throwing yourself full force into parenthood is a necessity with a newborn, after several months, it is time to consider getting away with your partner and focusing on yourselves. Begin by preparing well in advance. You want your baby to be completely comfortable and familiar with your sitter. A grandparent would be a great option, if at all possible. A week or so before departing on your getaway, leave the baby with a sitter for several hours — maybe even a full day — to help them get used to each other. Be sure to do some preparations yourself as well, especially if you’re a breastfeeding mother. You’ll need to pump to have milk on hand for the baby while you’re away. Don’t forget to bring along a pump that’s travel-friendly, a pumping bag filled with the essentials (storage bags, nursing pads, etc.), a spare pump, and a portable cooler to store milk while on the road or in the air.

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Put together a notebook with all the information that you want the sitter to know — everything from emergency numbers to your baby's favorite soothing techniques. Odds are, the sitter will never have to even open your folder, but it will help put your mind at ease when you are away.

You don't need to jet across the country to reconnect with your spouse. Staying within your state or even your own city will provide you with some “couple time” and allow you the ability to return home quickly if necessary. A staycation can also give you the opportunity to see your own area as a tourist and discover fun destinations and activities you haven’t experienced before.

Communication is key to helping your relationship thrive. Even a couple of nights away will allow you an opportunity to have time to talk to each other and help you rekindle your romance. An overnight trip is a good start. However, you should try to make it a long weekend, or if you want to steer clear of the crowds, plan your vacation for a few days during the week.

The financial stress of a new baby is enough — don't add to it by busting your budget on your trip. Stay at a modest hotel, and do simple date night type activities. Going out just the two of you, like you are on a date, can give you time to talk and listen to each other. As Kindred Bravely explains, simple activities are often the best; walk at the park, go bowling, or take in a local sporting event.

Spending time outdoors together also is very healthy for your relationship. Hiking, biking, and canoeing are inexpensive ideas and fun ways to connect with your partner and with nature. According to Psychology Today, research indicates that couples who participate in joint physical activities feel more satisfied in their relationships.

A quick trip can return you refreshed, invigorated, and ready to tackle everything life throws at you together as a couple. Taking time away, even just for a night or two, can help the two of to nurture your relationship with one another. The happier you are as a couple, the better parents you can be — and the more love your baby will feel.

Share below some of your favorite ways to reconnect with your spouse!

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