I have a safety page on the website that is worth a read. Booking in for a £5 fit check is a lovely way to reassure yourself though.

Also these infographics:

There's a few things, but they don't always mean you need something new!

1. You're uncomfortable or in pain

2. Baby frequently isn't happy in the sling

3. You can't make sure that baby is safe

The first thing to do is book in with me for a £5 fit check, most of the time there are easy little adjustments to the sling or carrier that will make a world of difference for you.

If I feel that there isn't anything we can do to improve things then I will suggest alternative options. I will work with you, your baby/child and your budget to find you a suitable option.

Absolutely! A sling library isn't just for 'those wrap around things' I have wraps, mehdai, half buckles, buckle carriers and more. I will have something for you.

Yes you can. If what you've hired isn't feeling right you can swap for something else for the remainder of the hire period.

You can come to my house to swap them or pop into a library session.

It's always worth popping me a mesage first as there could be some small adjustments to make with your current hire that would help.

YES YES YES. I will always expect you to bring the child you wish to carry. If you also need to bring siblings, they are welcome too. If your baby or child isn't in the mood for trying slings then I have dolls you can practice with.

No problem, I offer video consultations which are great. We can fit check anything you already have or show you how to use your hired sling.

You can hire a sling by collecting from my house in Laindon or I offer postal hire (£4.50)

I also have my YouTube channel with videos for every sling in the library.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChk54v5P9omRT8di5xPaJpA

There's a few ways to access my services, this infographic has a good overview.

Doorstep or postal hire: You know what you want and just want to come and collect it.

Sling Library: Free to attend, 10 min slots, basic front or hip carries shown, have a fit check of your own for £5.

Consultations: Start from £10 for a fit check and can last as long as you want. We can go at your pace, at your house or mine, learn to back carry, tandem carry, try a few different options, learn to feed in a sling and much more.

Firstly, you're normal! You won't remember everything I've told you.

That's why I follow up with my YouTube instruction videos.

My inbox is also always open for any questions you think of too.

Take a read of my blog here: https://www.southessexslings.com/post/guide-to-carrying-in-all-weathers

This little infographic is a handy one to save too. If you have further questions, don't hesitate to contact me.

Yes I do. I have plenty.

In the library I have options from newborn right up to 6/7yrs +. Kids are never too big to be carried - even once they're walking!

Please get in touch and we will find a suitable option for you.

In short, as long as they need to be. Check out this post here for a bit more info: https://www.instagram.com/p/CiFZ2kQIiQo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

This reel takes you through the safety guidance for facing baby away.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/CgPyzOAAYXS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

It's worth noting that babies never need to face away from you - even the nosy ones! they learn a lot from seeing and interacting with you and from being in close proximity to your body.

If your baby isn't tolerating facing you then book in to see me for a fit check as there may be some little adjustments that'll help a lot, or we may be able to use your existing sling/carrier for a hip carry.

There are 6 main categories of sling:

Stretchy Wraps

Stretchy Hybrid

Woven Wraps

Ring Slings

Meh Dai & Half Buckles

Full Buckles

Then within each of these categories there are lots of differences with the slings. You don't need to know all the tiny details - that's what I'm here for!

But this blog will help you to understand their basic differences.