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ABOUT OUR BABY SLINGS:
Made by Slinglings Hands free, perfect for active parents Helps soothe fussy babies Promotes the bond between parent and child Makes breastfeeding even more convenient Versatile, many carrying positions Suitable for newborns through toddlers up to 35 lbs Convenient, compact design Fun and fashionable fabric choices Comfortably distributes baby's weight 10 sizes for a perfect fit Optional leg padding for baby's comfort in the hip carry Easy care, easy wear. Machine wash, line dry Hand made in Seattle, Washington, U.S.A. 1000's in stock, ready to ship today!
SLING COLORS:
SLING SIZING INFORMATION:
Measure from shoulder to opposite hip Generally, your size is the measurement from the middle of your shoulder bone to the top of your opposite hip bone. Our pouch slings are sized 22-30 inches, this is the measurement along the top "rail". Most women wear a size 23, 24, 25 or 26. Most men will wear a 26 or 27. The fold to the deepest part of the pouch is 3 inches longer than the top rail. So, a size 24 sling would be 24 inches long on the opening and 27 inches long on the fold. Custom sizes, including half sizes, are available in most of our fabrics. You most likely will be able to wear more than one size of sling, it is a matter of preference which one you will be more comfortable in. Some people like to wear their baby higher or tighter, other people like their baby lower or looser. My preference is to wear my baby high up on my chest, with her bottom near my waist, 1-2 inches below my belly button. Most Slinglings are made from cotton/lycra blend fabrics that stretch widthwise, which makes them more confortable for both the baby and the wearer. Some of our fabrics will shrink if washed in warm water or machine dried. . If you are happy with the fit of your sling, we recommend machine washing in cold water and line drying. If your sling is slightly too big, we recommend you wash your sling in warm water and machine dry. Over time and a lot of wear the fabric may seem to "stretch out". This is normal, and washing and drying will return the sling to its normal size. Our fabrics get better and softer with washing, don't be afraid to wash your sling. A few of our print sateens will fade with repeated washing. You can minimize this by machine washing in cool water and air drying. If you are pregnant or recently gave birth, it is a good idea to measure across your back from shoulder to opposite hip and compare this to your front measurement. Depending on your torso length, you may be able to comfortably wear more than one size. Short torsoed people have less leeway in choosing a size. If you have narrow shoulders you will have less leeway in choosing a size as well. It's important that you wear the correct size. A good fit is important to a comfortable pouch sling experience. In case you order the wrong size, you may exchange your new sling for 30 days. Please see the Exchanges page for our exchange policy, we are happy to extend the exchange period if you are pregnant or buying the sling as a gift. We are extremely flexible with exchanges. The baby should be carried near your center of gravity. The curve of the sling should reach just below your naval when the baby is in it. The sling should be spread out flat across your back and over your shoulder. It should not dig into your neck or slide off of your shoulder.
CARE & SAFETY:
Read and follow the instructions in this booklet before you use your sling. DO NOT use a sling until you have read and fully understand the safety instructions. Slinglings are designed to carry full-term babies (over 37 weeks gestation) weighing 6 lbs (2.8kg) or more. We recommend a maxium weight of 35 lbs (16kg). Use common sense. While learning to use a pouch sling keep a hand on your baby at all times. Ensure that your baby is positioned in the sling according to the directions. Use the correct size sling. A sling that is too large is less secure and makes it difficult to position the baby correctly. Use carrying positions that are appropriate for your baby’s age and development. Use the sling hands-free only with a cooperative baby. Do not leave a sleeping baby alone while enclosed in the sling. Keep a hand on your baby while bending. Bend at the knees, not your waist. Check your sling before each use for weakening seams or fabric. Do not use your sling in situations that could harm your child. Be cautious around hot or sharp objects. Whether you carry your baby in your arms, or in a baby carrier, there is always the possibility that an accidental trip or fall could result in injury to you or your baby. Please be careful when walking on stairs, wet, slippery, or uneven surfaces. If you have any concerns or questions about the safe usage of your baby sling, please do not use your sling until your questions have been answered. If you lend, sell, or give away your baby sling, please include a copy of our Safety, Care and Wearing Instructions. Remember the safety of your baby is the responsibility of the wearer. NEWBORN SAFETY: When using a sling with a newborn, the most important safety issue is to ensure that the baby’s airway is open at all times. Failure to follow these guidelines could result in injury or death. For a safe babywearing experience with newborns, please follow the following rules: 1. Baby should not be curled tight “chin to chest” because this position can partially close baby’s airway. When correctly positioned, there should always be at least one finger’s width of space under baby’s chin. 2. Baby’s face should NEVER be pressed against the sling fabric. No matter how breathable a fabric looks, if it is difficult for you to breathe through the fabric it will be difficult for baby as well. 3. Baby should not be rolled so that his face is pressed tightly against the parent’s body. Position baby’s face upward when he or she is not actively nursing. When nursing, ensure that baby’s nose is not blocked. 4. Babies born with a low birth weight (less than 5.5 lbs) or prematurely can have respiratory problems and low muscle tone. It is best to wait until they are more developed, and reach 6 lbs (2.8kg) before carrying them in a pouch baby sling. Often parents assume that if the baby has difficulty breathing he will fuss or cry. The majority of infants will protest if they are struggling to breathe; however newborns, babies born prematurely or infants with low tone or developmental delays may not communicate their distress. Check your baby’s breathing often. An infant should be repositioned if he is having any sign of respiratory difficulty. Symptoms include: rapid or labored breathing, grunting or sighing with every breath and/or restlessness. The baby’s face is turned toward the fabric which could obstruct his breathing. Check baby often to ensure she is positioned correctly and her airway is not blocked. The baby’s chin is pushed to his chest. Reposition the baby and ensure that there is at least one finger’s width of space under baby’s chin. With a properly positioned infant, the baby’s body should be in a reclined seated position and the baby’s face should be positioned upward and visible. See page 8 for additional newborn tips. CARE INSTRUCTIONS Baby slings are made from a variety of cotton rich stretch woven fabrics. Most of our fabrics are 97% cotton/3% spandex for just the right amount of stretch. Slings should be machine or hand washed in cool water with like colors in a mild detergent and line dried to avoid shrinkage. A medium iron may be used if desired to smooth any wrinkles. Please do not use bleach because this can damage fabric and weaken your sling. Most of our fabric is not prewashed. Some fabrics may shrink if washed in warm or hot water or put in the dryer. If you would like to try shrinking your sling to make it smaller, you are welcome to wash it in warm or hot water and machine dry it. Please note that under most circumstances we can not exchange washed slings for new slings, so please be sure you want to keep your sling before washing it. Our dark colored slings should be washed separately or with very similar colors until you are sure the dye is set.
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