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What’s the best sling?
So you’re in the market for a sling or carrier for your baby. You’ve looked online, asked on Facebook and spoken to parents at a
Emily Taylor
7 January 2020
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Does my sling fit OK?
Does my sling fit ok? “Does my sling fit ok?” Everyday people ask whether their sling fits, or whether it looks ‘right’ or ‘safe’. The
Rowan Littlejohns
13 September 2019
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After birth: support in the postnatal period.
So, you’re having a baby! You’re preparing for their arrival. Ticking all that baby stuff off your list as people generously give you all the
Guest Author
14 May 2019
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Bedsharing safety and SIDS awareness
This guest blog from May Giffard-Burley reflects on her journey from police officer to mum. As a police officer who investigated SIDS deaths, May knew
Guest Author
12 March 2019
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Lisa’s carrying story: a sick premature baby
Content Warning: there are images of a very sick premature baby in this video and in the photos in this blog. Not growing as expected
Guest Author
24 September 2018
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Help! Do I need to change my baby carrier?
Here at It’s A Sling Thing- part of CalmFamily, we speak to hundreds of families every month. A common question we hear is ‘Do I
Emily Taylor
13 August 2018
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Will a sling make my baby clingy?
Short answer: no! A sling will not make your baby clingy. In all seriousness, making their baby clingy is one of the most common concerns
Emily Taylor
1 August 2018
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What’s the ‘best’ newborn sling?
What’s the best sling for a newborn? There are a wide range of carriers and slings available which are suitable for newborn babies now. Finding
Emily Taylor
4 April 2018
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