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Mini Monkey TWIN Carrier Review

Edited March 2022 to add that there is now a newer version of this carrier and a newer review to match which you can find here.  The newer review focuses mainly on the differences and much of the carrier remains the same so please do also read on below to learn more the pros andContinueContinue reading "Mini Monkey TWIN Carrier Review"

GroovaRoo and what to consider when choosing a carrier to dance with your baby

GroovaRoo is a "babywearing dance class" where quite simply you dance while wearing your baby in a sling or carrier. Originally set up by Amber and Meeshi in San Diego... Veronika Kanska (a professional dancer with babywearing training) is responsible for bringing the franchise to West London, running classes in Mortlake, Chiswick, and Wimbledon. IContinueContinue reading "GroovaRoo and what to consider when choosing a carrier to dance with your baby"

Mountain Buggy Juno Review

I really wanted to like this carrier. There are several lovely features to like about it... sleek simple design that appeals to men and women equally and looks great on a mannequin; magnetic chest strap which makes this strap much easier to do up and to release than chest straps on other similar carriers; andContinueContinue reading "Mountain Buggy Juno Review"

The Myth of the "BAD" Carrier

At least a couple of times a month a parent comes in and says they have a Baby Bjorn or other narrow based baby carrier which they were using, perhaps not comfortably but happily using nonetheless, but now they are worried because they heard that it was "BAD", "Bad for their babies hips" or even worseContinueContinue reading "The Myth of the "BAD" Carrier"

Stretchies! Aren't they all the same? (Updated)

I love stretchy wraps for the newborn period.  Despite owning slings of all types and styles the humble stretchy wrap is still my go to for my newborn.  But there are so many brands and at first look they all look the same - just a long piece of stretchy material! But there are differences...ContinueContinue reading "Stretchies! Aren't they all the same? (Updated)"

Ergo Aura Wrap Review

Made from fibres extracted from Eucalyptus and Acacia, the Aura wrap is beautifully soft and one of the lightest wraps on the market. Despite being ever so light, thin and soft the Aura is deceptively strong!  So strong in fact, it has rapidly become one of my 1 year old daughter's favourite places to sleep. ContinueContinue reading "Ergo Aura Wrap Review"

New Sling Library Dates for the New Year!

Wishing you all a huge Happy New Year from Sheen Slings!  I hope 2018 brings you and your family new adventures and plenty of joy! We have loads of plans for 2018!  Sling library dates for the New Year are below and generally follow the normal pattern albeit with a few changes here and there. ContinueContinue reading "New Sling Library Dates for the New Year!"

DidyKlick Review

**2025 update - just to add I have made a video review of the newer version of this carrier the DidyKlick 4u, which can be found here. However, very little has changed bar small adjustments to the waistband (which I discuss in the video) and everything discussed in this, my original review, still holds true!***ContinueContinue reading "DidyKlick Review"

Joy & Joe Organic Bamboo Stretchy wrap review

The Organic Bamboo Stretchy is the newest stretchy wrap from Joy and Joe.  I absolutely the softness of fabric made from bamboo viscose, and this wrap is no exception.  Made from 49% bamboo viscose, 47% organic cotton and 4% elastane, it is beautifully soft and light. Its thin without being too thin and because bamboo isContinueContinue reading "Joy & Joe Organic Bamboo Stretchy wrap review"