My 15-month-old Jed is what you might call a sumo baby. His nana says he weighs like he’s made of gold (he’s certainly worth his weight in the precious stuff).
One of the most useful purchases I made even before he was born was a cloth sling. It’s a one-shoulder carrier that became essential to lug my heavy bubba around in the park, at playgroup, or especially when travelling abroad.
I’m definitely an advocate of babywearing and I was delighted to meet Fiona of Tots Bots at the Baby Show. Among its cloth nappies and textiles, Tots Bots makes the hugely popular Papoozle baby slings. They’re double-shouldered with padded waistband to help spread the weight evenly across your body. The shoulder straps are stretchy with extra padding to increase comfort.
The sling can be worn in multiple positions and used to carry your little one from newborn up until the toddler stage. What’s more, unlike some carriers on the market, the Papoozle is easy to slip on and off (there are instructions on the web site if you need extra help). It’s little surprise that the Papoozle won the Mother & Baby Gold Award 2008/2009 for best sling or carrier.
**Special Offer**
Tots Bots has offered Babes about Town one Papoozle Baby Sling in the colour of your choice to a lucky reader. Simply leave a comment before midnight GMT on Sunday May 23. Winner will be picked at random and notified via email and on the blog.
Tots Bots will be at the Baby Show in Birmingham from May 21-23.
To find out more about Tots Bots products, visit their web site.
I’ve never tried a sling, but with a newborn, this might be the answer!
Hi Jaci, your blog sounds fun must check it out. Good luck!
I love the concept of baby wearing and I hope to be able to do so. I tried to check out the site, but my job is blocking it (LOL, how dare they) and the site is flash so I can’t access it on my phone.
Hi Ms Understoode, naughty you browsing at work (ha). Good luck!
OH, I wish my girl was small enough for this sling… I miss the baby wearing days!!
Kathy over at Everyday Bliss
Looks like a great product. I used another type of sling with my first child, and next time round I am hoping to try different options. Thanks!
My baby is too ld for this but it looks like a great product!
And thanks so much for your AWESOME comments at Theta Mom this morning! You made my day!
xoxo
Hi Kathy, I know, my little one’s still technically wearable but just too heavy to be carting around, so I too miss those days ;-)
Hi Sara, thanks for stopping by. It’s worth a try!
You’re most welcome Heather, it’s really great catching up! Will email you later x
Have heard good things about this sling, may be just what I need for my imminent arrival
EDD 24/5/12
Hi Lizzy I hope you’re aware this comp is from a couple of years back but I’m sure you can still track down a Papoozle elsewhere. Best of luck with the new baby!