Just as the name suggests, a baby hammock is literally a hammock for babies. Made from natural breathable fibres, the hammock (or cocoon) is attached to a wooden pole and hangs from the ceiling, door frame or freestanding stand. A woolen futon mattress is inserted into the hammock to ensure a safe and comfortable sleep for your baby or for yourself. Benefits of using a baby hammock There is no doubt about it, parents who use baby hammocks all attest to getting a good nights sleep and leading maternity caregivers âBirth careâ also endorse baby hammocks as a safe, effective sleeping option for babies. Some of the main benefits of using a baby hammock are Baby hammocks provide your child with a cradled environment which feels similar to being in the womb. The familiar feeling provides a sense of security for your baby and promotes a settled sleep. A baby hammock helps to evenly distribute your babyâs weight, causing less stress on muscles and joints, minimizing the risk of âflat headâ. Baby hammocks naturally cause baby to sleep with their head slightly elevated. This is particularly helpful for babies with chronic reflux. Properly designed hammocks keep babies sleeping on their back â the safest sleeping position for babies. Baby can be easily settled back to sleep by a gentle swinging of the hammock. As baby grows and begins to wiggle on their own, the movement of the hammock means baby will often settle themselves back to sleep. Baby hammocks are completely portable. No matter where you are staying, baby gets to sleep in their own familiar bed. They are lightweight and take up less space than a traditional portico. Handmade hammocks, different designs. **0% colombian product
