Using Your Sling
If you are new to Baby Slinging, find a time when you and your baby are calm to try your sling the first few times. If it helps you could practice with a doll or teddy bear and watch yourself in the mirror.
When starting back carries, we advise you practice over a bed and with someone there to help and spot you.
Always wrapping tightly will keep your baby close to your centre of gravity and will be more comfortable for both of you. If your wrap is too loose it can sag and your baby will not be in a secure safe position.
Make your baby a good ’seat’ by tucking the bottom of the sling under their bum and spreading from knee to knee. Wrapped tightly the seat will stay put between you and your baby. If you are wrapping a newborn, folding the wrap length ways can make a pouch they can ‘sit’ in, in ‘froggy leg’ or 'M' position.
A recommendation from orthopaedic consultants for all types of carry is that the baby's legs are in an 'M' position - with the thighs securely supported all the way to the knees. The hip joints are in the optimal position, and there is no weight at all dragging down on the joint.
When wearing your baby on your front they should be close enough to kiss their head. On your back they should be high enough for you to peek over and see them. Carrying a small mirror or checking in reflective surfaces help you make sure your baby remains in a good position.
Please read though all our Safety Guidelines.
When starting back carries, we advise you practice over a bed and with someone there to help and spot you.
Always wrapping tightly will keep your baby close to your centre of gravity and will be more comfortable for both of you. If your wrap is too loose it can sag and your baby will not be in a secure safe position.
Make your baby a good ’seat’ by tucking the bottom of the sling under their bum and spreading from knee to knee. Wrapped tightly the seat will stay put between you and your baby. If you are wrapping a newborn, folding the wrap length ways can make a pouch they can ‘sit’ in, in ‘froggy leg’ or 'M' position.
A recommendation from orthopaedic consultants for all types of carry is that the baby's legs are in an 'M' position - with the thighs securely supported all the way to the knees. The hip joints are in the optimal position, and there is no weight at all dragging down on the joint.
When wearing your baby on your front they should be close enough to kiss their head. On your back they should be high enough for you to peek over and see them. Carrying a small mirror or checking in reflective surfaces help you make sure your baby remains in a good position.
Please read though all our Safety Guidelines.
Wrapping Techniques
There are many different types of 'carry' for every size wrap, and even several different ways of using a ring sling. Luckily for all us baby-wearing enthusiasts, there are hundreds of instructional videos on YouTube to help you get to grips with baby-wearing.
By joining a local sling-group (often found on Facebook), you can get one-on-one help from other experienced
baby-wearers, and even certified instructors.
Have a look for baby wearing or sling groups on facebook in your local area. You will find that the personal advice and help offered by other members of the group, either online or at a 'sling meet' can be more helpful than any video, and as well as having somebody on hand to help you learn new wrap styles, you could also make some great friends!
By joining a local sling-group (often found on Facebook), you can get one-on-one help from other experienced
baby-wearers, and even certified instructors.
Have a look for baby wearing or sling groups on facebook in your local area. You will find that the personal advice and help offered by other members of the group, either online or at a 'sling meet' can be more helpful than any video, and as well as having somebody on hand to help you learn new wrap styles, you could also make some great friends!
Length of Wraps
Below are the standard sizes for wraps and ring slings. You will find that different sizes can be used for different types of carries. Information on which size you should use can be found online, or you can speak to qualified baby-wearing consultants.
Ring Sling Regular (2m)
Ring Sling Extra Long (2.2m)
Size 2 (2.7m)
Size 3 (3.2m)
Size 4 (3.7m)
Size 5 (4.2m)
Size 6 (4.7m)
Size 7 (5.2m)
NB. We supply our wraps with an extra 10cm length from the above measurements to account for any shrinkage that may occur when washing.
Ring Sling Regular (2m)
Ring Sling Extra Long (2.2m)
Size 2 (2.7m)
Size 3 (3.2m)
Size 4 (3.7m)
Size 5 (4.2m)
Size 6 (4.7m)
Size 7 (5.2m)
NB. We supply our wraps with an extra 10cm length from the above measurements to account for any shrinkage that may occur when washing.