Wearing Your Baby Sling

Important safety points

The Slingalong™ baby carrying sling is a parenting aid and must be used with care at all times by an adult.

• One arm should always be around baby for comfort and safety
• When adjusting allow at least 10cm to the end of the strap
• Carries babies up to 14kg
• Buckle must be flat on chest/back to ensure grip
• Check regularly for wear and tear

Practice using the sling before you put your infant in for the first time. Get used to putting the Slingalong on and off, and shortening and lengthening the sling. Use a doll for the "right feel."

Above all, relax! This is not a test of your parenthood. Babies feel more secure when movement is taking place. As soon as your infant is in the sling, start moving and talking. The more comfortable you are, the happier baby will be.

If baby looks uncomfortable, don't be afraid to simply "lift" him into a more natural position. It is recommended to keep your arms under the sling and baby until you feel more secure with it.

If baby fusses when you first put him/her in the sling, and he's in it properly, you might try again later when you are both in a relaxed mood. Remember, a baby may cry the first time he is placed in a bath tub, but as he becomes used to it, he learns to love it!