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Community-based baby carrying information service with sling & carrier lending library.

Book into our venues: https://glasgowslinglibrary.as.me/ForthValley

Hire from our sling library: https://forthvalleyslings.myturn.com/library/

11/05/2026

SAFETY PSA - HIGH, TIGHT, IN SIGHT ALWAYS!

If your carrying looks like the the picture on the left (which was kindly shared with permission):
- bring baby up so that their head is on the hard part of your chest away from the squishy bits;
- fold down any fabric so that it comes no high than the back of baby's neck and their head is free;
- and tighten the straps so that baby is secure to you and you can fit a single flat hand between your chests but not a fist

This brings baby High, Tight, and In Sight for a safe, secure and comfortable carry for everyone. The photo on the left is NOT SAFE - baby is low, loose, and their head is covered.

This post is not to shame anyone (especially since the instructions for this carrier tell you to use it like on the left) - it's to support and educate you so that you can carrying safely and comfortably.

Want to check if you're carrying safely? Send us a wee message (can be a private message if you wish that will not be shared) and we can let you know if baby looks safe and supported.

Love Team FV x

01/05/2026

🙌Q&A WEEKEND - ASK US ABOUT CARRYING🙌

Looking for some online help about slings and carriers? Want to know if your carrier is truly newborn suitable? Want to ask us about our favourite slings? Or you can even ask us something totally unrelated to babywearing - (almost) all questions will be answered!

Have a more personal query? Our inbox is always open 🫶

28/04/2026

✨May 2026 Newborn Slings Workshops & Sling Meets✨

🕍Stirling - Bridge of Allan Parish Church - Friday May 08th
🐎Falkirk - Forth Valley Sensory Centre - Saturday May 16th

These are FREE sessions where you can try on different styles of slings/baby carriers and find the one that works for you - and you can hire it if you want to take it home to try it! We can also check the fit of your own carrier for a £5 donation. Our sling meets are open to everyone - expecting families, new families, and families with newborns, toddlers and/or preschoolers! We almost certainly have a sling for you 🫶

✨Book in using the link: https://glasgowslinglibrary.as.me/ForthValley

Need help or want to know more? Comment below or private message us 🥰

14/04/2026

💸CAN YOU BABYWEAR ON A BUDGET?💸

Absolutely! There are hundreds of different slings out there, and a fair few that can be bought secondhand for £15 or less. One of the first questions we'll ask at the sling library is what your budget is. We have carriers in our library retailing up to about £200 new. But if your budget is tight, we can work within it and recommend you a safe and comfortable sling suitable for you and your baby.

Babywearing doesn't have to be expensive, but it can be a little overwhelming when the most advertised slings are either the most expensive or are cheap but unsafe.

Reach out to us for help and support🫶

11/04/2026

❓GUESS THE SLING ❓

Let's play a game! Can you guess the name of the sling based on the clues provided?
Comment below with your guesses!

30/03/2026

✨April 2026 Newborn Slings Workshops & Sling Meets✨

🕍Stirling - Bridge of Allan Parish Church - Friday April 10th
🐎Falkirk - Forth Valley Sensory Centre - Saturday April 25th

These are FREE sessions where you can try on different styles of slings/baby carriers and find the one that works for you - and you can hire it if you want to take it home to try it! We can also check the fit of your own carrier for a £5 donation. Our sling meets are open to everyone - expecting families, new families, and families with newborns, toddlers and/or preschoolers! We almost certainly have a sling for you 🫶

✨Book in using the link: https://glasgowslinglibrary.as.me/ForthValley

Need help or want to know more? Comment below or private message us 🥰

26/03/2026

❔CAN I BABYWEAR WITH A BAD BACK? ❔

Very, very likely - but you might need to try on a few different styles of slings to find which one works for your unique needs. Ignore the targeted marketing by companies that offer carriers certified by chiropractors or enhanced with 'tailored back support'. Most carriers on the market offer back support, but that doesn't mean it will work for your body.

Need help with your sling? Want to start babywearing but worried about your health? Message us for unbiased, personalised support or book into our sling meets at glasgowslinglibrary.as.me/ForthValley🫶

20/03/2026

🏆WHERE DID YOU WEAR THIS WEEK🏆

The weather this week ☀😍

What did you get up to in the sunshine?

10/03/2026

❓GUESS THE SLING ❓

Let's play a game! Can you guess the name of the sling based on the clues provided?

Comment below with your guesses! Answer will be provided on Thursday ✨

06/03/2026

🏆WHERE DID YOU WEAR THIS WEEK🏆

Are you local? Abroad? Let us know where you went this week while carrying your wee one(s).

03/03/2026

✨SAVE THE DATE FOR THE SLING MEET✨

Dates for the Newborn Slings Workshop and the Sling Meet are confirmed up to June 2026! Book in, come along and learn how to carry!

Booking link: https://glasgowslinglibrary.as.me/ForthValley

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Stirling

Telephone

+447725890939

Website

https://linktr.ee/fvslings

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