Babywearing NI

07/09/2025

Optimum Position!

Baby should not be seated in a ‘C’ shape. Not ever.

Look at the shape of a ‘C’ - the curl at the top. If your baby (particularly a younger baby) is seated in a ‘C’ shape, it’s likely they are at least slightly slumped.

Keep baby’s head free and clear of the carrier and their seated position more like a capital ‘J’.

Capital ‘J’ - knees tucked up at the hook of the ‘J’, around the curve of their bottom and an almost straight spine. Soft, yet supported. 🥰

Fourth Trimester Babywearing 🤓⁠
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Babywearing Basics⁠ 😍

Optimum Position

Baby should not be seated in a ‘C’ shape. Not ever.

Look at the shape of a ‘C’ - the curl at the top. If your baby (particularly a younger baby) is seated in a ‘C’ shape, it’s likely they are at least slightly slumped.

Keep baby’s head free and clear of the carrier and their seated position more like a capital ‘J’.

Capital ‘J’ - knees tucked up at the hook of the ‘J’, around the curve of their bottom and an almost straight spine. Soft, yet supported.

https://lovetobenatural.co.uk/babywearing-safety

03/09/2025

Discover the Joy of Babywearing with BWNI 🌟

For nearly 16 years, Babywearing Northern Ireland (BWNI) has been a beacon of support for families, led by our qualified and compassionate Carrying Consultants and Babywearing Educators.

As a nonprofit, every penny from our hire fees is reinvested directly into our mission - reaching more families, offering exceptional support, and keeping our carrier library fresh with the latest, safest, and most comfortable models.

This carrier in the photos is the brand new Tula Explore 2.0 Mesh Carrier, ready for you to try at our next Belfast Slingmeet on 20 September!

Join us at the Slingmeet to experience the magic of babywearing firsthand. Our experienced, caring consultants will guide you with warmth and expertise, showing you how to use a carrier confidently and comfortably.

Whether you’re new to babywearing or a seasoned pro, we’re here to help you find the perfect fit for your family.

Come along, connect with our welcoming community, and discover how babywearing can make your days easier and your bond stronger.

We can’t wait to meet you!

As a dedicated babywearing educator, I’m thrilled to invite you to explore the life-changing benefits of carrying with BWNI - where every family is supported, every step of the way.

27/08/2025

🤩 Newborn Cuddles Made Simple! 🤩

New Carriers For Hire & Superb Offer!

Snuggle your little one close with our Ergobaby Embrace Hire Special! Get 2 months of babywearing bliss for just £20 – perfect for bonding on the go.

The Embrace is an easy to use buckle carrier that's perfect from newborn!

These new carriers should arrive in time for our next Belfast Slingmeet!

Limited number available! Secure your hire now by booking an appointment & DM'ing us to dibs in advance.

Hire comes with a professional fit & safety check with a Babywearing Educator/Consultant.

23/08/2025

September Belfast Slingmeet appointments are live! See pinned post 🥰

20/08/2025

🤩 Belfast Sling Social & Sling Library Saturday 20 September 🤩

This is an appointment-based slingmeet. Sling hire is for 1 month.
Below are the time slots. I will post each appointment in the comments.

Please comment below the appointment slot you'd like to book.
Each appointment is approx 20 minutes for Library Hire / 15 minutes for Fit Check.

There is no deposit for library hires. We are inviting a £10 deposit, which cheerfully counts toward your hire fee on the day. Your deposit secures your appointment.

Appointments are not secured until the deposit is received.

It's a sling social too, there are chairs set out, so come along to learn more, meet other parents and enjoy the craic.

If you're returning a sling only, please drop it off before 10am (no need to book). Otherwise there will be another month's hire fee to pay.

If you're returning a sling and want to hire another, please book a slot.

Come along & hire or try our huge collection of baby slings and carriers.

Want a fit-check with your own carrier? No problem, we can do that too.

We’re located at:
2 Royal Avenue
Belfast, BT1 1DA
Date & time: Saturday 20 September- 10.00am to 2pm - please arrive on time for your appointment.

What's available:
Sling Hire is 1 month for £15 (£20 for Ergo/Tula/Preschool Carriers).

Fit & Safety Check (where you bring your own sling) - £5
Cash-only for hires, thanks.

There is a cafe right next to us for refreshments!

If you’d like to hire a sling, please bring proof of ID & address (no ID, no hire).

19/08/2025

Slings & Siblings 🥰

Fourth Trimester Babywearing 🤓

Embracing the Sling: Your Secret to Thriving as Your Family Grows 🐣 🐥

Picture this: You’re a young child, basking in the undivided love of your parent(s); your world is exactly as it's always been.

You're aware of changes around you, and soon, a new baby arrives.
A sibling? Forever? It’s a lot to process. Suddenly, your parent is juggling two of you, with the same hands, heart, and hours they had for just one before.

In today’s world, many of us don’t have a village of extended family nearby to lean on during those whirlwind early days. We’re often on our own, feeling the weight of doing it all, and doing it well.

It’s no surprise that guilt, inadequacy, or even a sense of failure can creep in.

How do you possibly meet the needs of your older child while caring for a newborn? It’s a question every parent faces, and it’s okay to admit it feels overwhelming.

Newborns and older siblings have beautifully different needs, and a sling or carrier can help you navigate this new chapter with confidence.

As a trained and experienced babywearing consultant, I’m here to tell you that a sling is so much more than a tool. It’s your lifeline, your emotional anchor, your hands-free helper that transforms chaotic days into moments of connection and joy.

By carrying your newborn in a sling, you’re meeting their core needs - comfort, closeness, security, and connection, while freeing yourself to tend to your older child’s ever-evolving world.

Need to make a sandwich, help with a puzzle, or just have a quiet moment to cuddle your big kid? A sling makes it possible.

It’s the difference between barely coping and truly thriving. It’s the bridge between surviving the day and savouring parts of it.

The ripple effects are profound: your newborn feels safe, your older child feels seen, and you - yes, you - nurture your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Babywearing isn’t just practical; it’s a heartfelt investment in your family’s happiness.

Want to learn how a sling can empower you through this season of growth?

Check out our blog post for expert tips and heartfelt advice.

https://lovetobenatural.co.uk/benefits-of-babywearing

Here’s to creating joyful, connected moments with all your little ones!

16/08/2025

If you're in Belfast today, pop along to Slingmeet for a fit-check or hire! 10am to 2pm!

15/08/2025

We have a hire appointment at 12.40pm and a fit check available at 1.30pm in Belfast tomorrow - DM to book!

13/08/2025

Slingmeet appointment deposits should be made by 6pm today, otherwise your appointment will given to those on the waiting list.

12/08/2025

Just one appointment left for this Saturday - DM to book!

05/08/2025

Why you should carry your baby 🥰

Fourth Trimester Babywearing 🤓

Why Babywearing?

❤️ Those first weeks and months are a time of great change for baby and you. Being held, being close, eases the transition from womb to world.

❤️ Carrying in arms and in a sling is essential to the normal physical, psychological and neurological development of your baby. It’s the foundation on which their whole lives are built.

❤️ Every time you hold your baby close, the hormone oxytocin is released. Oxytocin (sometimes called the love hormone) is the hormone that underlies trust - it gives us that happy, warm feeling. So when we carry our babies close, oxytocin is released - it’s a feel good thing.

❤️ Babies are meant to be carried. They need to be close to you, to be held. Babies feel more content, calmer next to you - you make them feel secure and safe.

❤️ You are their world.

Have a newborn carrying question? Ask us here 🥰

https://lovetobenatural.co.uk/babywearing-safety

25/07/2025

🤩 Belfast Sling Social & Sling Library Saturday 16 August! 🤩

This is an appointment-based slingmeet. Sling hire is for 1 month.
Below are the time slots. I will post each appointment in the comments.

Please comment below the appointment slot you'd like to book.
Each appointment is approx 20 minutes for Library Hire / 15 minutes for Fit Check.

There is no deposit for library hires. We are inviting a £10 deposit, which cheerfully counts toward your hire fee on the day. Your deposit secures your appointment.

It's a sling social too, there are chairs set out, so come along to learn more, meet other parents and enjoy the craic.

If you're returning a sling only, please drop it off before 10am (no need to book). Otherwise there will be another month's hire fee to pay.

If you're returning a sling and want to hire another, please book a slot.

Come along & hire or try our huge collection of baby slings and carriers.

Want a fit-check with your own carrier? No problem, we can do that too.

We’re located at:
2 Royal Avenue
Belfast, BT1 1DA
Date & time: Saturday 16 August - 10.00am to 2pm - please arrive on time for your appointment.

We’ve made the decision not to charge entry for this event (to cover room hire costs etc), so it’s free to attend.

We know things are tough, so hopefully this will help families access this service.

What's available:
Sling Hire is 1 month for £15 (£20 for Ergo/Tula/Preschool Carriers).

Fit & Safety Check (where you bring your own sling) - £5
Cash-only for hires, thanks.

There is a cafe right next to us for refreshments!

If you’d like to hire a sling, please bring proof of ID & address (no ID, no hire).