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Hi, I’m Mel, a mum of 3 boys, passionate about babywearing and love to share my knowledge of and passion for all things slings. I will add more posts when I have to write. Thanks for visiting!
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How long will my stretchy wrap last?
“How long will my stretchy wrap last?”I get asked that a lot and that’s a very good question! The short answer is “it depends”! Stretchy wraps are fantastic slings that…
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“I’m pregnant, should I try on some slings now or wait for my baby to arrive?”
A lot of expectant parents are unsure as to when is a good time to come to a sling library to get a feel of what slings are out there,…
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My babywearing top tips
My 5 Top Tips for Babywearing 1. The best sling:There is NO ‘best sling’. Nope, it doesn’t exist. As long as the sling is safe, the ‘best’ sling is the…
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What’s the best sling?
The world of babywearing can be quite overwhelming, full of weird, wonderful and frankly mind-boggling slings. Confused parents ask me all the time which sling is the best sling and…
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The truth about stretchy hybrids and what Instagram is trying to sell you!
If you’re a new parent or a parent-to-be, chances are, social media has targeted you with adverts of influencers mums wearing their babies in some new fancy-looking stretchy hybrid sling…
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Help! My baby cries in the sling!
Your newborn has a tendency to cry when you put them in the sling or your baby has turned 3-4 months and all of sudden, they cry when you put…
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Babywearing in the hot weather
It’s getting hot in here, so prepare yourself!! The weather is getting warmer or you’re going to a hot country and you’re wondering what to do when it comes to…
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What’s the fuss about facing out?
Carrying your baby ‘facing the world’/ ‘facing out’/ ‘facing away’/ ‘front facing’ is something I get asked a lot about, so here’s a little blog to talk about pros and…
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Babywearing in the cold weather
I think it’s fair to say this now: ‘Winter is coming’! Make sure you keep your baby and yourself nice and warm in the cold weather (yes, it can happen!).…
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How do I wash my sling?
How do I wash slings? Slings are a lot more delicate than they look and can be damaged if not washed appropriately, so it’s important to take care when it…
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Babywearing with back problems
Babywearing and back aches.”What’s the best sling to use when you have back problems?”. I get this asked a lot, I have helped a lot of people with back issues,…
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Choosing one of them clippey carriers (a thorough guide)
Choosing a buckle carrier (also called ‘soft structured carrier’, ‘baby carrier’, ‘carrier’ for short or ‘one of them clippey carriers’!) is tricky business. There are sooooo many types and brands,…
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Choosing a buckle carrier: a quick guide
(well, I tried to keep it concise!) Choosing a buckle carrier (also called ‘soft structured carrier’, ‘baby carrier’, ‘carrier’ for short or ‘one of them clippey carriers’) is tricky business.…
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Which session is best for me?
Hello there! You’ve come here because you need babywearing support and you’re not sure which session is the best suited for your needs, so let me guide you so I…
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Breastfeeding in slings: benefits, safety and considerations
Slings are great tools for carrying small and big babies alike and there are many, many benefits to it. It’s not only very practical, making traveling easier and enabling parents…
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About Me
Hi, I’m Mel. Previously a research scientist with a PhD in Speech, Hearing and Phonetic Sciences; I became a mum and in 2014 and my world totally changed. I found a true a passion for babywearing and decided to support other parents on their journey. I’m a qualified Babywearing Consultant with 10 years experience and Breastfeeding Peer Supporter and I do lots of CPD to bring a holistic and thorough approach to my practice. When I’m not spending time with my 3 wonderful boys, I run my sling library and consultancy to support new mums and dads on their beautiful babywearing journey.
Wrap a Hug Sling Library East London 