The article will help young mothers find out what a sling is, what types there are. He will also give advice on how to choose the right sling, taking into account the needs of mom and baby. It is very important for every mother to pay attention to her baby, but when there are still a lot of chores around the house, it can be difficult to keep up with everything, and at the same time that the child was always there. But for a child it is necessary for the first months of his life to be close to his mother, to feel her warmth, which will help him quickly adapt to the world around him. But what about this situation? For this, smart people have come up with such an innovation as a sling. Translated from English, it means "to link". Its counterpart was developed many millennia ago, when women used just a piece of cloth for convenient transportation of babies. Now, in order to make our life more comfortable, there are many different devices that make life easier for both mother and child. One of these devices is a sling. How to choose the right sling, its pros and cons, we will consider in more detail.
Types of slings
1. Ring sling
It is a large piece of dense fabric with two rings. To put on such a sling, you need to put it on one shoulder and fix the other end of the fabric with rings. It is designed for children from birth to a year and a half. Using this view, it is very convenient for mom to walk with the baby, go shopping or do other things. Also, the mother can feed the child without any problems, and if he fell asleep, then he can easily be taken off without waking him up. For adult children, you can also use the mother's supine position.
The disadvantage of a ring sling is that it is impossible to carry children weighing more than 10 kg in it. It is also considered uncomfortable due to the fact that it can only be worn on one shoulder. In order for the mother's spine to not be heavily loaded, it is necessary to periodically change one shoulder to another.
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2. Sling scarf
A sling scarf is a knitted or linen fabric of about 5 meters. When using, the mother ties herself with this cloth, where a special pocket is formed for the child. The sling scarf is very comfortable due to the fact that when the mother carries the baby, the weight is evenly distributed, without creating a load on the back. It is used for children from birth to two years old. It can be used for the baby, both horizontally and vertically. The downside is that it will be difficult to remove the scarf so as not to wake up the baby who fell asleep, and in order to put on a sling, an inexperienced mother needs to make an effort.
Video how to put it on correctly (winding):
Photos of the correct winding of the scarf
3. Sling pocket
The sling pocket has the same features as the ring sling. But it has a special pocket, sewn for the baby. These types are sewn specially for the order, taking into account all the features of the mother's size. There can also be slings with pockets that are adjustable and those that are not. Designed for children from birth to two years old. The downside is that this type of sling cannot be worn by other family members.
4. May-sling
May-slings are sewn from soft, natural fabric. These types are similar to sling scarves, but they are much easier to dress up. May-slings are attached with the help of special belts that are fastened on the back. Convenient to use and designed for big kids. The baby's weight is evenly distributed. It is also very important that the length of this species is regulated, which makes it possible to use it for both parents. Used for children from 3 months to three years old. The only drawback is the inability to use it in a horizontal position.
5. Fast sling (sling backpack or baby carrier)
Fast slings are similar in parameters to May, but more like backpacks. It is a piece of cotton fabric, about two meters long, with straps. Can be fixed on the hips and waist. Its difference from all types of slings is that it is easy to put on, even for an inexperienced mother. Designed for older kids who can be carried upright. Ideal for cold weather as it can be worn over outerwear. Its disadvantage is that it is difficult to put it on your back, you need to be able to properly fasten the straps.
6. Aqua sling
They use aqua sling when swimming together, walking the mother and baby in nature. It is made of natural fabric that does not get wet, breathes and does not transmit ultraviolet rays. It can be different from the above listed types.
Choosing a sling is a very difficult and responsible business, because here we are talking about the health and comfort of your child. Perhaps these tips will help you find the exact type that suits you perfectly. You can also choose several models, change, experiment, then you will understand what is more comfortable for you. A sling will help you feel freer, will give you the opportunity to do a lot, and your baby will constantly feel calm and protected by his mother.
Watch the video for tips on how to choose the right sling:
