Pouch Sling - Benefits of the Baby Sling for your Baby – Continued
Pouch sling are often called “tube”, “pocket” or “ringless” slings, they are generally formed by a wide piece of fabric sewn into a tubular shape. There is also a seat that is sown into the fabric so that the baby sits into it properly. Sometimes these pouches are adjustable by zippers, buttons, Velcro and clips, these types of baby slings are usually called “hybrids”. Pouch slings are easy to slip over the head and it takes no time to learn how to use the pouch baby sling.
A properly fitted pouch sling is great for babies and children that need to be taken out of the sling often and put back into the sling. It is great for an older child that wants to be carried but is kind of heavy, and for babies of any size. The convenience is that as with a ring sling it does not need to be adjusted. Make sure when you order a pouch sling that you measure so it fits properly, that is one of the most important factors in having a pouch sling.
Some disadvantages are as with most one-shouldered slings, pouches are not suited for long wearing of heavy babies, the weight distribution can be asymmetrical and create back pain for you the mom or dad. As I stated earlier the better a pouch fits, the more evenly the weight is spread across the shoulder and back. The fabric that is used can also effect how comfortable it is to carry your child, look for a cross diagonal weave and fabric that is breathable. Sometimes as your baby grows bigger your child may sit lower on your hip, in which case a ring sling may be more useful for a longer period of time.
I am not going to tell you one baby sling is better then the other, but you need to see the advantages and disadvantages to decide for your self. Check back for tomorrow to learn more about the benefits of the Baby Wrap type baby sling.
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