Why You Should Use A Baby Swing

There are many reasons why you should consider using a baby swing for your infant.



Infant swings aren’t always looked upon as favorable. The reason for this is because if used incorrectly, injuries may occur. In addition to this, many people argue that it is best for babies to spend more time in their parent’s arms than in things like infant swings or bouncers. If used in moderation, swings can definitely be a great item to have when you have an infant. When you buy a swing, double check to make sure that the infant swing that you are buying hasn’t been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. It would also be wise to buy a swing that has a wide based, since they are less likely to tip over. Buying a swing with a five point harness is the safest option, and always buckle your baby in before turning the infant swing on. When your child is a tiny newborn, use rolled up towels to help support your little one’s head if you baby doesn’t have good head control yet.

Some infants are greatly comforted by infant swings because the swaying motion of the swing imitates the movement experienced in the womb. As a mother walks and goes about her daily routines while pregnant, the rocking and swaying movements soothe her little one. In a bestselling book by Dr. Harvey Karp called “The Happiest Baby on the Block”, he recommends using infant swings over car rides to help soothe your baby to sleep. Using an infant swing is also a much easier option since there is no need to leave your home.

Any parent knows that it is near impossible for most new parents to hold their babies all of the time. Cleaning, cooking, and organizing are just some things that parents need to do. A swing can give parents a moment to prepare dinner or clean the bathroom while their baby is content and comfortable in his or her infant swing. After an overwhelming day if your baby has been fussy or sick, putting your little one in the swing for a little while can provide you with a much needed break for a bit.

Infant swings can be very beneficial for babies who have colic or reflux. As mentioned before, the swinging motion often calms babies. For a colicky baby, a swing may be one of the few things that can calm him or her down. Reflux often causes more pain when a baby is in a lying position, so an infant swing can provide a safe seated position where your baby can feel soothed. Always make sure that your baby isn’t slumped over in the seat, as this can actually aggravate reflux.

Many babies enjoy spending time in their infant swings. Some will play and entertain themselves, while others may doze off to sleep within minutes of going in the swing. On the other hand, since we all know that there are exceptions to every rule, some babies are not fans of infant swings. There is no way to know for sure which category your baby will fall into unless you try! It may be a good idea to put your baby in a relative or friend’s infant swing to see how your little one responds before purchasing your own swing.

Always remember that babies thrive on human contact and interaction, and baby swings are not the same as being held by mommy or daddy or being read in a loving parents arms. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, infant swings should be used at a maximum of two 30-minute sessions per day. Dr. Karp, author of “The Happiest Baby in the Block” stated that it is acceptable to use the swing more often than that if your baby is very colicky and the swing soothes your baby.