Hold Close Merino Baby Slings are made to fit the wearer. It should be close fitting to ensure babe stays snug and secure.
Hold Close Merino Baby Slings are made to wear with the Merino as the inner. This ensures maximum comfort for your babe. (To make use of the Merino’s thermo-regulating qualities. Ask us for more information if required.) However the wearer may choose to wear with the sling reversed for a different look.
The purpose of the sling is to support the wearer while carrying babe. In no case should wearer discontinue one regular arm support under babe. Wearer should regularly check babe’s position.
Cradle Hold (Newborn)
1. Place Sling over head and rest on opposite shoulder, as if wearing a sash.
2. Ensure the curved seam is at the bottom, this is where babe will rest.
3. With Sling on non-dominant shoulder, gently rest babe in the pouch.
(Adjust until both of you are comfortable and babe is snug.)
4. Turn fabric over shoulder to expose Merino lining. This distributes weight evenly over your back.
Hip Carry/Front hold (When babe can hold head up)
1. Place Sling over head and rest on opposite shoulder, as if wearing a sash.
2. For this hold, wear on dominant shoulder.
3. Place babe up on your shoulder and slide into pouch.
4. Babes legs can be inside or outside of sling.
5. Turn fabric over shoulder to expose the Merino lining. This distributes weight evenly over your back.
6. Nestling advises wearer to maintain one arm underneath babe.
Wearer is ready to go when...
• Babe is in line with or above the hip.
• Babe is comfortable and so are you.
• Babe is secure, supported and close to you.
Safety
• The wearer is responsible for the child’s safety at all times.
• Recommended for babies up to 10 kg. Wearer may decide to use for heavier weights depending on both his/her and babe’s comfort.
• Some wearers prefer maintaining both arms under babe until they feel confident using sling. Nestling advises the wearer to maintain at least one arm under babe at all times.
• Ensure that both sides of your sling are pulled up and out to support babe in cradle hold at all times.
• When bending down or forward and always bend at the knees to maintain balance and hold babe with your arms.
• Ensure that babe can breathe properly at all times.
• Keep away from any hazards, do not use when cooking. Never drink hot drinks while holding babe.
• This Sling is not a substitute for a car seat.
• Check with Flight Attendants before using sling in an aircraft.
• Despite all the attention and quality control carried out at Nestling, the wearer should check that all seams are firm before use. The wearer should also check seams on a regular basis (after washing for example).
• It is the users responsibility to follow the instructions for use and care and to use the Sling sensibly and for the purpose provided. Nestling is not responsible or liable for the result of any misuse or failure to follow instructions or use common sense.
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