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Definition of babywearing

babywearing

/ˈbeɪ.biˌwɛr.ɪŋ/
ba · by · wear · ing
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babywearing Lexical Profile

babywearing Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The practice of holding or carrying an infant or young child closely against one's body using a sling, wrap, or other soft carrier.

Example

"Many new parents find that babywearing allows them to comfort a fussy newborn while keeping their hands free for household chores."

• Nearby Words

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bach

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1987 by pediatrician William Sears and his wife Martha Sears to describe the traditional cross-cultural practice of carrying infants in a sling or wrap close to the caregiver's body.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Babywearing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/babywearing
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