Babywearing and Sling Information and Resources Here are a few links if you are interested in reading more about slings/carriers, why people use them and resources to help you online. www.babyslingsafety.co.uk is the online 'home' of the T.I.C.K.S. safety checklist - a must-read for anyonwww.carryingmatters.co.uk/e using slings. The checklist is a set of guidelines or principles which apply whichever sort of sling you are using and are primarily concerned with ensuring your baby has a secure, supported position and a clear, unrestricted airway. Carrying Matters is a brilliant resource - a one-stop site for background information about babywearing, safety, why people do it and a great overview of the different types available. www.slingpages.co.uk is a great reference site - a directory of sling support in the UK, with a comprehensive list of sling consultants, libraries and retailers. The Yellow Pages of UK sling resources! |
Click the image below to download a PDF of the T.I.C.K.S. safety guidelines
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