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ring sling with overlapping pleat shoulder
What are the
points for? Only in-stock slings -- check/money orders
and customs/redos don't use points. Click the link for more information.
Remaining points for in-stock slings:
Hip carry:
This is terrific for older babies (those with good head/neck control) all
the way up through toddlerhood. Depending on the size of your baby, you will
probably be able to start hip carrying him between 6 and 9 months of age. Stephen,
3.5 years old in these pictures, was getting to be on the big side for slinging
in general, but I could still hip carry him with the sling when it was necessary.
Tighten up the bottom of the sling so that it makes a pouch for him to sit
in. Then start by holding the child on the shoulder opposite the rings, as
though you were going to burp him.
Keeping one hand on his bottom at all times, slide his legs into the sling
(a little trickier for toddlers; you'll need to bend their legs and tuck them
in).
Stephen was not feeling cooperative during the photo session, but you'll want
your baby's legs to straddle your hip, just as though you were carrying him without
a sling. Ideally, his bottom will be a little lower than his knees, and the sling
fabric should be snugged up just behind his knees. This way, his weight is held
by his bottom, not his legs; that's more comfortable for both of you. |
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Spread the fabric out over your child. If you are slinging an older baby
or need to keep your toddler's hands contained, it should go over his shoulders.
For toddlers who can have their hands free, around the armpits will suffice.
You can start in this position for a toddler back
carry as well, or shift him
around more towards your front for nursing. |
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