One of the questions I’ve been asked a number of times is “What if I’ve been to a sling meeting and I still can’t get my baby comfortable in a sling / carrier?” Given the dynamics of a sling meet, this can happen for many different reasons. If you are one of the mums or dads who come away from a sling meeting feeling disheartened because you can’t figure out a sling or your baby cries every time you try, don’t despair, there are other supports available! Or if you look at other mums at a

Five things you should know before you start babywearing.

Using a baby sling or carrier to hold your baby or child close to your body is called “babywearing”. And it’s more than a means of transport or a hands-free kit.

Don’t let the cold or rain stop you from carrying your child in a sling! We try to answer some of the questions that we get asked frequently and give you some tips. 

I’ve been a babywearing consultant for over 10 years. In that time, I’ve found there are some statements that are universally true. “This carrier is the best” is not one of them. There are carriers and slings that are amazing - amazing quality, fantastic design, easy to use, pretty…you get the idea. But one carrier that is the absolute best, above all others, and to the exception of all others? Nope. It’s like a unicorn - beautiful, wonderful and mythical. The search for the best carrier is really a search for the best carrier for you (and your little one).

When asked about a sling to use, a lot of nursing parents add “one I can feed in” to their requirements. Often followed by “I need to be able to feed the baby and have both hands for the toddler”. Phew, now there are a few boxes to tick!