This week's message:

I've started using the sewing slot system again. I hate to do it, but I simply can't keep up with the order volume that's been consistently high for months now. Please click the link for an explanation of how it works and why I need to use it.

At right, In-stock slots are for fabrics I have on hand (basic and organic fabrics) and will be sewing from scratch; WCRS slots are for things you're having sent to me like wrap pieces, custom fabric, or sling shoulder redos. Next refresh is the date and time I will be adding more sewing slots.

Here's what's going on in the next couple of weeks: I'm going to change from sewing a mix of WCRS and in-stock slings each week, to just doing WCRS one week and in-stocks the next. I think this will be more efficient and allow me to sew more slings, and may also may sewing slots easier to get. 

This coming week, I can't sew at all on Monday because we have to be out of the house for 24 hours for application of spray foam insulation. So starting on Tuesday, I'll be sewing all the WCRS orders I currently have, for the weeks of the 13th and the 20th (if you have a WCRS sewing slot for the 20th, please send your wrap as soon as you can to facilitate this). I likely won't be adding sewing slots for either type the week of the 13th, so that I can catch up on what's currently outstanding during the transition. If you are in dire need, of course please email me at info@sleepingbaby.net and I'll set up a reserved slot for you.

The next week (week of the 20th), I'll put up *in-stock* sewing slots on Monday morning and afternoon, and probably Weds. afternoon/evening, too. There will be about 70-75 slots in total; I think that's about the best I can do for the week, although Weds. may be fewer if I'm not able to get through the Mon-Weds. orders in time. (This is about 25-30 more than I have been adding, so it should be easier to order.) I will also put up slots on the 20th for WCRS sewn the week of the 27th, probably 80 or so (it would be more, but Monday's a holiday). This will mean I'll need people to send their wraps as soon as they can for sewing that week.

After that, I'll be doing every-other-week sewing slot refreshes for both in-stock and WCRS. As always, if you're unable to be online during the slot refreshes, please email me. I think this should work better for me and my customers, but it's a work in progress :)

Toddler-worthy slings are more supportive than some of the other fabrics, whether because they have a closer or thicker weave, or they are wider than a standard (28-30" wide) sling. Toddler-width (40-45") slings offer extra support because you can spread the fabric out more and get a better fit with a tall child (two years and up, generally speaking), but they can still be used with infants and babies if you are careful not to overwhelm them with the fabric. These fabrics are all rated to a higher weight limit, but please keep your own body's limits in mind; if you have never worn a heavier baby or toddler (over 25 lbs) before, treat it as any weight-bearing exercise, and use your best judgment when it comes to longer-term babywearing. Just as with any exercise, you will need to start with short intervals as you built your babywearing muscles. A sling will hold more than 35 pounds, but your body may not, so be aware of the potential for injury should you decide to carry a heavy child.

Key to symbols:
: soft and snuggly for newborns (8-20 lbs) : best for babies (8-28 lbs) : suitable for babies and toddlers (8-35 lbs)
: good for cold weather : good for hot weather

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