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How to Hold a Baby

By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com

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The Sling Holds

A sling is a great device that allows you to carry baby hands free. Baby can be nestled in many positions, including positions for discrete nursing. A sling is also very useful for the parents of multiples, as it is never advisable to carry two or more babies in your arms without the use of something like a sling for fear you might fall.

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