Best Baby Slings

If you love the idea of snuggling up to your baby, or just keeping your hands free to grab a sprinting toddler or do jobs then a baby sling could be for you.

Slings are different from baby carriers, they tend to have buckles and more structure. 

Slings are softer and you can usually use them from day one. It’s really, really, really important that you read the instructions carefully and only use products designed for your baby’s weight. It’s a lovely way to be close to your baby but safety comes first, follow the TICKS guidelines. 

You’ve got to find the sling that works for you but we know other mums often come up trumps with recommendations. So we asked our 70,000 + strong community for their top picks. 

Your top 5 baby sling picks...

1. Ergobaby Aura Baby Wrap

Price: Around £45.00

What you need to know:

• Machine washable 
• From birth to 11.3kg (around 18 months)

Best bits:

• Super lightweight and breathable
• One size fits all mamas 
• Baby can snuggle into you 
• Inbuilt storage bag 

Any downsides? 

• Takes a bit of practice to get tightness right 

Shop: Ergobaby Aura Baby Wrap*

2. Close, Caboo Lite Carrier

Price: Around £54.99

What you need to know:

• 70% cotton
• From birth to 14.5kg (around 3 years old)

Best bits:

• Different carrying positions as your baby gets older, including on your hip 
• You can stick it in the tumble drier 
• Easy to adjust - pull the fabric through the rings to tighten

Any downsides? 

• If you get hot easily you might get a bit overheated

Shop: Close, Caboo Lite Carrier*

3. Izmi Baby Wrap

Price: Around £26.00

What you need to know 

• 97% Bamboo Viscose and 3% Spandex (Lycra)
• From birth to 9kg (around 9 months)

Best bits:

• Great option if you just want a newborn sling
• Very stretchy and soft 
• Supports your baby well 

 Any downsides? 

• Only suitable until your baby is a few months old 
• Lot of extra fabric if you’re petite

Shop: Izmi Baby Wrap*

4. Je Porte Mon Bebe Original Baby Wrap

Price: Around £45.00

What you need to know: 

• Machine washable, 95% cotton
• From 3.5kg to 14kg (around 3 years old)

Best bits:

• Three different positions - front, back and hip carry 
• Wider fabric for more support 
• One size fits all mamas

Any downsides? 

• If you have a teeny baby this might not be suitable from birth 

Shop: Je Porte Mon Bebe Original Baby Wrap*

5. Moby Elements Wrap 

Price: Around £40.00 

What you need to know:

• Machine washable, feather knit fabric 
• From 3.6kg to 15kg (around 3 years old)

Best bits:

• Different positions - front and hip carry 
• Very soft breathable fabric 
• One size fits all mamas

Any downsides? 

• If you have a teeny baby this might not be suitable from birth 

Shop: Moby Elements Wrap* 

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