In most mammals, the normal gestation period is 12 months, but in humans, this process is completed in just 9 months. In mammals, it is known that during the last 3 months of the 12-month gestation period, the baby’s final intestinal development is completed, after which birth occurs.
Since the human body is not designed for a 12-month gestation, babies are born after 9 months, meaning they have to complete the last 3 months of intestinal development outside the womb.
This is why the first 3 months of a newborn’s life are referred to as the “4th trimester” 🥰. During this period, babies’ intestines are still developing, which often results in gas, difficulty with bowel movements, and other normal challenges that new parents frequently encounter.
Our Stretch Wrap Sling is designed specifically to help babies navigate this adjustment period with minimal stress. By mimicking the environment of the womb, it wraps the baby snugly, making them feel secure, calm, and connected to their parent.
Inside our sling, the baby can stay in a position similar to the womb, supporting proper development. This helps them release gas more comfortably, use the bathroom more easily, and adapt to the outside world with less fear. The baby also feels closer to their parent than with other carriers or slings, which facilitates secure attachment and creates a sense of calm.
Because of this, colic episodes and growth leaps are much easier to handle.
Our sling maximizes skin-to-skin contact and supports secure attachment, which is also very beneficial for the baby’s psychological development. Another great benefit is that it helps fathers and babies establish a secure bond as well.
Especially in the newborn period, our Stretch Wrap Slings are essential. As we always say, they are not just carriers—they are a supportive tool for both the family and the baby ✨🌟