Pouch Baby Slings

Pouch-style baby slings are essentially a simple loop of fabric worn over one shoulder. Suitable for use from birth to around 30lbs they are an excellent simple ‘pop and go’ carrier. For best fit baby pouches come in a range of sizes and it is important to find the right size. These slings are very simple to learn to use and a huge variety of colours and patterns available. Babies with reflux or who prefer to be held upright may not like these carriers until they are a few months old and can be carried upright in the Buddha position or on the hip. These carriers tend to be the most inexpensive and are compact so can be popped in a changing bag.

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General tips for measuring and sizing fitted pouches:

• Measure yourself from the top of your shoulder to your hip bone, holding the measuring tape firmly against you.
• If you are pregnant, measure your back instead
• If you are a man, ignore the bra size measurements and put in all other sizing information
• Factors that will affect your pouch size are torso length and breast size

Not sure if you've bought the right size? A well fitting pouch will:

• Feel close without being uncomfortably tight - if you can't breathe, it's too small
• Not move from your body - if the pouch hangs from your body with your baby in it it is most likely too big
• Feel like you are wearing another top with your baby in it
• Support the weight of your baby and not pull on your shoulders or back - if it does, it's probably too big (or not spread out properly)