General and Safety
Ring Slings
Wraparound Slings
Soft Carriers
Pouch Slings
Hip Carriers
Many different websites and manufacturers have links to instructions
for using slings and baby carriers on the internet. It is useful to read a few of these
before attempting to use a new carrier as you can pick up hints and tips
that may not be included in the manufacturer's instructions.
By far and away the best and most comprehensive guide to using
any type of carrier is the collection of articles at The
Babywearer - a fantastic website devoted to promoting babywearing.
The forums
are also a great source of independent information and support.
There is also
now an excellent new resource - the Tummy2Tummy DVD which you can purchase
from Big Mama Slings. Below are some video clip samples from the
DVD:
Instructions
for the kangaroo carrying position with a pouch sling
Instructions
for the tummy to tummy carrying position (legs in) with a ring sling Safety
Important
safety information: Many babies like being carried
in the cradle position when younger. It is important that you ensure
their chin is kept off their chest so that their
airway remains unobstructed if you carry your baby in this position.
The following
links will show you how to use this carrying position safely:
Fantastic
safety tips from UpMama.com
Babywearing
Safety Article at thebabywearer.com (opens as a .pdf document)
UPDATE May 2010:
Following the recent recall of the Infantino SlingRider, there has been a
great deal of media coverage about the safety of slings and baby carriers.
In response to this, a new website, Baby Sling Safety, has been set
up where you can find the T.I.C.K.S. Rule for Safe Babywearing, as well
as the response to the recall from the Consortium of UK Sling
Manufacturers and Retailers.
Instructions by Sling type. Some of these instructions
require
Adobe Reader - click to download 
Ring Slings
Zolowear
- Excellent illustrations and videos, covering all positions. Highly
recommended.
Mayawrap
- Videos showing how to thread and use the popular Mayawrap Ring
Sling.
Rockin'
Baby Ring Slings - Shows the different carrying positions suitable
with
the sling.
Sakura Bloom
Ring Slings - selection of videos on YouTube showing lots of tips
and carrying positions.
TaylorMade
Ring Slings - Very clear instructions, viewable online.
Oopa
Baby - Online instructions with useful tips and tricks.
Others:
The Mamatoto
Project - Ring sling section of this advocacy website. Also has a
great
selection
of sling carrying instruction videos here - scroll down for the
ring slings.
Sleeping
Baby Productions - Lots of information on using a Ring Sling
(available as both webpages and downloadable pdf instructions) from a
fantastic manufacturer
and babywearing guru. We like these and we like her!
More links to video and photo instructions, tips and tweaks for Ring Slings can be found
on our Blog
Wraparound Slings
Didymos
- Step-by-step instructions from the manufacturer of the most popular
woven
wraparound. Many variations included.
Storchenwiege
- Not instructions, but a great gallery of photos from the US distributor showing
all the different carrying positions and colourways.
Calin
Bleu - Photo instructions showing all the carrying positions
recommended
by the manufacturer
Bara
Barn - Download a pdf file of the instructions for this rebozo
length carrying
shawl from Sweden
easycare
- Easy to use picture instructions, including the innovative 'Quick
Fix' system
Hug-a-bub
- Basic photos showing how to put on the sling and a basic carrying
position.
The sling is sold with an excellent DVD/video - please contact us if
you require
a replacement copy at a small charge.
Tricot-Slen
- A pdf file of the instructions for this Stretchy Wrap
Close
Baby Carrier - step-by-step diagrammatic instructions for using
this modified stretchy wrap.
Others:
Elly's
Rebozo Page - Great instructions for tying and wearing the shorter
or Rebozo
style wraps.
How
to Tie a Slip-Knot - Picture instructions showing how to tie a
slip-knot/sailor's
knot, if you prefer to see a video you can view one here.
More links to video and photo instructions, tips and tweaks for wraparound slings can be found
on our Blog - both stretchy wraps and woven wraps.
Soft Baby Carriers
Connecta
Baby Carrier - PDF instructions for this wonderful, UK-made Buckle
Tai
Beco
Butterfly Baby Carrier - Instructions for this structured soft
carrier available as videos or a PDF booklet.
Sutemi
Baby Carrier - Picture instructions for this popular US made
carrier.
Babyhawk
Mei Tai Baby Carrier - Photo and video instructions from the
manufacturer
of a modern take on the traditional Asian carrier
Wilkinet
Baby Carrier - Comprehensive video and download instructions
Kozy
Carrier - Extensive instructions for achieving most carrying
positions using
a Mei Tai baby carrier
The
Ergo Baby Carrier - Various instructions to download from the
manufacturer
of this popular baby carrier. Also includes video instructions.
Others:
Hip
slide method for getting a baby on your back - from Little Possums
Fantastic
Tips for Mei Tai troubleshooting - from Wrap Your Baby (a great
source of
carrying tips for other styles of carriers too)
More links to video and photo instructions, tips and tweaks for Soft Carriers can be found on
our Blog - both Tie-On Carriers and Buckle Carriers
Pouch
Slings
Hotslings (sized pouch)
- Movies and pdf files (see menu on left hand side) to achieve all the
carrying positions for this popular
pouch - including tips on ejection!
Hotslings (Adjustable Pouch) - video and photo instructions for the new Hotslings AP
Zolowear
Adjustable Pouch - Instructions for using this pouch, in movie
format.
Peanut
Shell - Detailed instructions for different carrying positions as
well as
tips and safety guidelines.
More links to video and photo instructions, tips and tweaks for Pouch Slings can be found on
our
Blog
Hip Carriers
Scootababy
Baby Carrier - picture and video instructions for several carrying
positions as well as safety tips
Ellaroo
Mei Hip - Online step-by-step photo instructions
Hip
Hugger - Detailed instructions for fitting and using this unique
sling
Hip
Hammock (Non-US version) - Basic instructions. Please note this is
the non-Playtex
version for sale outside the US.
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