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September 19th, 2011 
FAKE NEWS for the Zionist agenda
MICHELLE COOKE
The death of an Australian newborn, partly attributed to the baby sling it was being carried in, has prompted New Zealand authorities to consider issuing mandatory standards.
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs confirmed it was considering introducing standards and would highlight the use of slings during International Babywearing Week next month.
Spokesman Alastair Stewart said the death of an Australian baby had prompted the investigation, but would not confirm details.
The baby was reported as being a two-day-old boy, who was in a cloth sling worn under his mother’s clothing when she noticed he was cold and not breathing.
An autopsy did not determine the cause of death but the baby sling was considered a risk factor, the Sydney Morning Herald reported.
Both the ministry and Plunket were unaware of any New Zealand deaths or injuries resulting from the use of a baby sling.
The death was believed to be the first attributed to a baby sling in Australia, but Consumer NZ reported there had been at least 14 deaths and 22 injuries in the United States.
Twelve of those deaths involved babies less than four months-old. Many of them were either a low birthweight twin, were born prematurely or had breathing issues.
Injuries sustained when a baby fell from the sling included skull fractures, head injuries, cuts and bruises.
Plunket national child safety advisor Sue Campbell said while it wasn’t required to address baby slings, staff would certainly advise parents on the best use of one if asked, or if the topic was discussed.
“We don’t tell people not to use them, but we do advise people to be careful with the selection of the type of sling and to be aware that there are risks,” Campbell said.
“You want something that lets you see your baby and to see the face isn’t covered and the chin isn’t touching their chest or the face isn’t pressed against the wearer.”
Parents should ensure the baby’s face was clear, and the head was not bent forward, obstructing the airway.
Campbell said many parents used a baby sling and she believed manufacturers had a responsibility to provide instructions and point out the risks involved.
Stewart said many of the risks around baby slings could be avoided.
“Pay particular attention if you are using a baby sling to carry a newborn. Newborns do not have the necessary muscle control to open their airways and need good back support to prevent them from slumping into the chin-to-chest position.”
The ministry was working with its Australian counterpart and government organisations in the US and Europe to address international safety standards, Stewart said.
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