Something I hear over and over again from parents when investigating slings and carriers is that they feel safer with a buckle than tying a knot. They are worried with a knot that they might do it wrong while a buckle just clicks in and then its safe and nothing can go wrong. I totallyContinueContinue reading "Knots or Buckles?"
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How to carry forward facing in an Ergo Omni 360
You can carry a baby facing outward in a suitable carrier once baby has a really strong neck and are tall enough to sit comfortably forward in the carrier you have for them with their head fully clear of the top of the carrier. This differs from baby to baby and also carrier toContinueContinue reading "How to carry forward facing in an Ergo Omni 360"
FAQ - How do Doorstep Hires work?
While I strongly believe in how much difference face to face help and support when trying out new slings and carriers can make. Sometimes, just occasionally, it's not needed. Sometimes you know exactly what you'd like to borrow and just want to hire directly. Maybe you've already been to the library and didn't hire somethingContinueContinue reading "FAQ - How do Doorstep Hires work?"
How to thread a Close Parent Caboo
While the Caboo comes already threaded, you may need to re-thread following washing or if it becomes very twisted. Here is how to do it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vq2jb6Jt9Dw Start by finding the cross and placing this on your back with the two rings hanging down behind your back and the long straps coming up over your shouldersContinueContinue reading "How to thread a Close Parent Caboo"
Tula Explore Review
The Tula Explore is the first carrier from Tula that offers the option to forward face your baby! See it explained in detail and in action here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbFEVVZqJdA Key Features of the Tula Explore; It's width and height can be adjusted through poppers which means this carrier doesn't need infant inserts. Manufacturer recommends it forContinueContinue reading "Tula Explore Review"
What's the difference between a One-way and a Two-way Stretchy Wrap?
While all stretchy wrap are long pieces of stretchy material, individual brands can be quite different to one another. And one of the most striking differences can be in HOW these wraps stretch. In particular there are two main flavours - One-way and Two-way stretchy wrap. But what does this mean? What is the difference?ContinueContinue reading "What's the difference between a One-way and a Two-way Stretchy Wrap?"
Legs in or Legs out when carrying a baby in a Stretchy wrap?
I almost always teach legs out when supporting parents wrapping their baby in a stretchy wrap. Many stretchy wrap manuals show legs in positioning for newborns and then suggest legs out as baby gets older. But I normally encourage parents to skip this for three main reasons Legs in can place weight on ankles andContinueContinue reading "Legs in or Legs out when carrying a baby in a Stretchy wrap?"
How to do a Hip Carry with a Buckle carrier
Many of us naturally will carry baby on our hips when carrying in arms, as doing so gives one arm free for making lunch and puts baby in a position where they can see what we are doing and and chat to us while we potter about. Ever wondered if you can carry your babyContinueContinue reading "How to do a Hip Carry with a Buckle carrier"
New Year - New Plans and New Dates!!!
2019 has gone by in such a flash! It's been a year of quite a lot of change for me, including a 5 month building project, my daughter starting nursery, setting up Tea, Cake and Parenting and many other smaller things. As a result,while much of how I run Sheen Slings has remained the same,ContinueContinue reading "New Year - New Plans and New Dates!!!"
Ergo Baby Embrace Review
The Embrace is the newest carrier from Ergo Baby. Unlike their other carriers that work best from 2 or 3 months ish right through to 2.5 years... this carrier is designed to really fit that newborn and younger baby stage. It works really well right from birth and will last you till around 1 yearContinueContinue reading "Ergo Baby Embrace Review"