Many of you have asked me about the true function of a sensory accessory and how it works. Today, I want to tell you everything there is to know about a nursing necklace, but, above all, the benefits for our babies and, of course, for us.
Discovering the concept
A nursing necklace is an accessory designed for our babies to have sensory experiences, whether during breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or babywearing.
A nursing necklace is more than an accessory; it offers benefits during feeding and provides security for the mom. This is because babies are born with a grasping reflex and will want to pull her hair and any items she is wearing.
As they grow, they want to experience and discover the world. They have increased sensitivity, and touch is one of the fundamental senses for exploration.
Many moms have to stop using accessories when they realize their baby's safety is at stake, but they feel strange, missing something to feel pretty and feminine. With nursing necklaces, they reclaim this part of their femininity while strengthening the bond with their baby.
Touch develops gradually, and it's important that as moms, we are willing to reinforce that experience through a sensory accessory that helps achieve that purpose.
I didn't invent the concept of "nursing necklaces," but I have made sure to adopt it with quality, dynamism, and good taste to offer striking, modern, and avant-garde pieces designed with moms in mind.
And what should a nursing necklace have to be considered a sensory accessory?
Several characteristics that I will mention below. It is important that, having defined the concept of a nursing necklace and a sensory accessory, we learn how to identify one.
- A nursing necklace must be baby-friendly, meaning it must be made from non-toxic materials. Why? Our babies not only explore the world through their hands; they will also want to put everything in their mouths. For this reason, it is important to ensure that these accessories are free of substances they could ingest. Try to inform yourself about the composition and materials of the necklace. Verify that they are 100% free of mercury, Bisphenol A, Phthalates, and BPA.
- They must be accessories that can withstand tugging. Babies are in the stage of pulling, and as their sense of touch develops, the necklace must ensure that they can do this maneuver without compromising their safety or their mom's.
Benefits of using a nursing necklace
There are many, and I guarantee that after reading them, you'll want to order yours as soon as possible. In reality, seeing our babies so happy exploring the world through shapes and colors is priceless, and looking beautiful and sophisticated is a plus in our role as moms.
They are safe: Everything that has to do with our children's safety is the most important thing for us, and at Vazart, we understand that. All necklaces are made of antibacterial food-grade silicone, free of BPA and toxic materials, and are FDA and EU certified. This ensures that our babies can put the necklaces in their mouths without fear of poisoning or ingesting any substance that could put them at risk. So, this is a fundamental aspect that counts as a benefit when wearing a nursing necklace as an accessory.
They make you look feminine: Another benefit for you, mom, is looking chic, bold, and stylish. No one said motherhood had to be boring and that our closet had to pay the price. We have beautiful designs for you to show off on any occasion, and at the same time, your baby can explore the world through your accessories. Two benefits in one.
They satisfy the grasping reflex: This is one of the biggest benefits during breastfeeding and babywearing; they are distracted by the colors, entertained by the textures and shapes of the necklace, and it allows them greater concentration during feeding.
From 4 months onwards, babies start to get distracted more easily because their vision has improved considerably. You may notice that, initially, feedings were prolonged, controlled, and calm. Over time, the baby moves, unlatches, stretches, wants to grab things, and consequently, feedings don't maintain a regular rhythm.
Thanks to nursing necklaces, we can focus their attention and achieve a prolonged feeding while they play with the accessory.
Designed for their different stages: We know that, over time, our babies develop different skills. For this reason, it is necessary that, at each of their stages, they can have a sensory experience appropriate to the world they are beginning to explore.
At Vazart, we have designed necklaces for each of these stages, thinking about their fine motor skills, ensuring they receive the right stimuli, and explore the world through colors, textures, and shapes.
They relieve teething symptoms: Teething can be uncomfortable for babies and cause some symptoms, from mild pain to a constant urge to scratch their gums. Nursing necklaces support their teething stage, as being chewable, they can help alleviate these symptoms.
They calm the sucking and grasping instinct: As I mentioned above, in their early stages, babies try to learn about the world through their grasping instinct; they will want to pull your hair, your clothes, or any accessory you are wearing.
Nursing necklaces also help our babies strengthen the muscles around their lips, thus preventing drooling and developing their jaws, thanks to the stimulation of their perioral muscles.
I love sharing these spaces with you and bringing you interesting information that facilitates the upbringing of our babies. Tell me what else you would like to know about nursing necklaces; I will be attentive to your questions.
Remember that at Vazart, we want you to always look pretty, and we have a wide variety of designs for you to wear on any occasion while contributing to your baby's sensory experience.
May motherhood only be an excuse to look even more beautiful!
Andrea Vazart.
