Baby carrying saved my life. I was alone in a different country with no support and a 5-year-old to care for. I had to take my older child to the park, library, and other places while also running errands and managing the house with a newborn. Baby carrying allowed me to keep going with my daily life, while also staying close to my baby and creating a strong bond. It gave me the freedom to be present for both of my children and get things done, even when it felt overwhelming.