There are some carriers I have in the library because they fit a wide range of people, are very versatile and are generally brilliant. And then there are ones that are a bit different and I have because they are good for a specific situation or a particular subset. The Baby Bjorn One definitely fitsContinueContinue reading "Baby Bjorn One Review"
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Beco 8 Review
In many ways the Beco 8 is the Beco Gemini's big brother. The Beco 8 shares so many of the features that I love about the Gemini. In particular; Firm thick padding at the waist band combined with soft light padding at the shoulder straps. This combination is rare in the carrier world, but isContinueContinue reading "Beco 8 Review"
Connecta Review
The first time I ever saw a Connecta my first thought was "I bet that's uncomfortable". At that point I'd only ever tried fairly well padded carriers like Ergo's and Manduca's and the thought of carrying my then 9 month old something with a completely unpadded waist band and barely-there padding made me shudder. I was,ContinueContinue reading "Connecta Review"
FAQ - How soon can I carry after birth? What if I had a Cesarean birth?
How soon after birth can I use a sling? As soon as you feel able! I've known parents to carry right from the first day if they've felt well enough to do so. The important thing is to listen to your body - you've just given birth! So take it easy on your body and giveContinueContinue reading "FAQ - How soon can I carry after birth? What if I had a Cesarean birth?"
FAQ - What can I expect at a Sling Library Session?
I always find it hard to answer this question - mainly because each and every sling library session is so different! They vary so much... in almost 5 years of running sling library drop in sessions no two have ever been the same. The reason they vary so much is simply because it's a drop inContinueContinue reading "FAQ - What can I expect at a Sling Library Session?"
Sling Library Sessions to the end of the Year!
It's October and this year has gone by in a total whirl wind so far! But its not over yet! We have a total of 9 more sling library drop in sessions - 6 more at Madeleine's home and 3 more at the Barnes children's centre. Each run slightly differently so do click on theContinueContinue reading "Sling Library Sessions to the end of the Year!"
Didymos Lisca Achat Review
This was the second wrap I ever bought and is still one of my absolute favourites. I adore this wrap. It's just perfection. I've used this with both my children and its proved itself to be absolutely perfect for tiny tiny newborns and heavy older toddlers/preschoolers alike. What sets Lisca's apart from other wraps isContinueContinue reading "Didymos Lisca Achat Review"
Kahu Baby Carrier Review
New to the market the Kahu Baby is lightweight, sleek and very very cleverly designed. There is much to love about it! It's soft and malleable so it fits a wide range of babies and a wide range of parents and doesn't skimp on comfort. It's lightweight design means it won't make you or babyContinueContinue reading "Kahu Baby Carrier Review"
Day in the life of a Sling Librarian
As part of sling library appreciation month, Sling Librarians are sharing their "day in the life of a Sling Librarian" stories, so here is mine! This was my Tuesday sling library day yesterday... My day started getting my two children up, dressed and fed, before moving onto playtime - today building epic duplo and stackingContinueContinue reading "Day in the life of a Sling Librarian"
Woven FAQ - Brands
Buying your first woven wrap – deciding what to buy – can often be the most intimating part of wrapping. There is a startling array of different brands, blends and designs. It can be terrifying to work out where to start! ‘Woven FAQ’ is my attempt to answer some of the questions I am asked theContinueContinue reading "Woven FAQ - Brands"