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Sling safety: in and around water
It’s getting towards summer holidays so we’re starting to think
Clare Williams
1 June 2021
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Safety: the key points Making sure that babies and children
Tomlin Wilding
10 March 2021
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Carrying safety
This guide provides the core carrying safety information including, the three key safety aspects of safety (Aware, Breathing, and Secure), and the key cautions and checks we must consider for more holistic safety when carrying.
Tomlin Wilding
17 January 2021
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Manufacturer’s instructions
Please find the manufacturer’s instructions for the sling you have rented here:
CalmFamily Leadership
30 October 2020
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Carrying industry safety information
It is essential when using any type of baby carrier or sling to ensure that your child is positioned safely. Below are industry standard sling safety checklists. If you are unsure of any aspect of using slings or carriers safely, then please stop using it immediately and contact us.
Tomlin Wilding
30 October 2020
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Rowan Littlejohns
13 September 2019
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How soon can I carry my baby after birth?
You’re home with your brand new baby. You’ve got a
Emily Taylor
7 May 2019
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Carrying in cold weather: keeping your baby warm in a sling
Carrying in the cold Carrying in the cold and wet
Emily Taylor
29 October 2018
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Carrying stories
Lizzie’s story: carrying a premature baby
Lizzie tells her story of how carrying her premature baby
Guest Author
4 October 2018
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Sling and carrier weight limits: what do they actually mean?
Most slings and carriers have several weight limits on
Emily Taylor
29 August 2018
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Carrying your baby in hot weather: keeping cool in slings
Carrying your baby in hot weather: tips for keeping cool
Emily Taylor
4 June 2018
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Forward facing in slings
Forward facing in slings: a contentious issue Forward facing in
Emily Taylor
28 May 2018
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Carrying in a sling after a Caesarean birth
April is Caesarean Birth Awareness Month so we have written
Rowan Littlejohns
27 April 2018
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Emily Taylor
15 August 2017
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Cool buckle carriers when the weather’s hot
Do you love your buckle carrier but overheat in the
Emily Taylor
5 August 2017
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