Sling scarf

In the most different countries of our planet, women have long come up with various ways of carrying small children. In those days, when there were no strollers yet, women carried babies in special devices that allowed them not to break away from everyday worries. At the same time, the child felt safe next to his mother, inhaled her aroma, listened to her heartbeat, as he did for 9 months in the womb. In addition, the baby always had access to her mother's breast. Now such devices are called sling.

A sling scarf is a fabric, about 5 m long, about 70 cm wide, designed to be carried by children. In length, the scarf should practically not stretch, but it is imperative that it stretches diagonally and in width, which is achieved by a special weaving of strong threads.

• Versatile. Such a sling can be used from the very birth of the child until the child asks for the handles. At the same time, only the windings change, from a "cradle" for a newborn, to any convenient windings for older children.
• Safe and physiologically sound. It is the sling scarf that is best able to fix the child on the mother, since it is well distributed over the back and attracts it from all sides, provides support for the child's head and perfectly relieves the load from the adult's spine.
• Allows mom to be mobile. No matter how comfortable and light the stroller is, it is still an additional burden on the mother when she needs to be lowered down the stairs. In addition, it is not possible to walk everywhere with a stroller. For example, in some shops, pharmacies, children's clinic.In this case, a sling scarf helps a lot. While the baby is in the sling, the mother can do household chores such as cooking, cleaning the room, hanging the washed clothes. At the same time, the child is calm, receives the mother's warmth, which is so necessary for him at first, and quickly adapts to the world.
• Incredibly beautiful. There are many different colors of sling scarves, which can be matched to the color of the clothes, which will allow the mother to look stylish and irresistible, feminine and touching.

The disadvantages of a sling scarf include the following:

• you need to practice to learn how to properly wind the sling;
• dexterity is required to transfer a sleeping child from a sling to a bed;
• difficulties in bandaging the scarf outside, since the ends will touch the ground.

It is convenient to start babywearing with a knitted scarf. It is easy to adjust and tighten. It is very pleasant to the touch and soft. However, as the child grows and increases in weight, the jersey, stretching, will begin to sag. The baby's fragile spine will be forced to maintain the desired shape itself, which is fraught with curvature.

An excellent option for a baby's fragile spine is sling-scarf from natural linen and cotton fabrics. Such a scarf will tightly fit the back of the child and the entire load will be transferred to the canvas. Excessive stiffness of these fabrics will disappear after a few washes.

Due to the double diagonal (twill) weaving, the scarf stretches well only diagonally. Scarves with this weave are the most versatile option., since they do not stretch, unlike knitwear, and perfectly fix the child in the desired position.

Long sling scarf (up to 550 cm) suitable for a wide variety of winding methods. A long sling is convenient to carry on two shoulders, then everything is distributed evenly on both sides of the baby.

Medium length scarves (up to 390 cm) can be worn on one or two shoulders.

Short scarf (an average of 270 cm) is worn only in a certain way, over one shoulder. Despite the limited number of windings, the sling scarf has a number of undeniable advantages:

• compactness;
• can be used not for its intended purpose, but as a cape or blanket for a sleeping baby;
• it is convenient to rewind the scarf without sweeping the floor with the ends;
• easier to learn and not tangled in the limitless amount of fabric.

The size of a sling scarf is its length. The size must be selected in accordance with the parent's equipment.

For medium-sized women (44-46), size 6 of a scarf is suitable, the length of which is 4.7 m.

For miniature mothers, size 5 (4.2 m) is suitable.

For a tall mum or mum with a size over 46, a size 7 (5.2 meters) scarf is suitable.

For mothers with large breasts, it is also preferable to choose a scarf that is at least 5 meters long. Long scarves can be used by newborns and toddlers who are not yet walking. Short scarves are more suitable for older children who can walk and who have to be taken out of the scarf and put back on quite often.

The color of the sling is a very individual matter. Usually, the color of a sling scarf is matched to the color of their clothes, since a sling is not just a fabric, but a noticeable, bright part of mom's wardrobe. However, not everyone has the opportunity to choose a sling scarf for every wardrobe item. Then you can choose a scarf in accordance with the color type women (Summer, Winter, Spring or Autumn). In accordance with the tone of the skin, eyes and hair, a woman is suitable for a very specific palette of colors.

Women with a contrasting, bright appearance belong to the Winter color type.For example, fair skin and black hair. The owners of such an appearance are suitable for scarves of cold, bright shades: black, white, lemon, lavender, green, ruby.

The Spring Woman has blue or green hair and golden hair. With this type of appearance, scarves of the following colors are well suited: ivory, apricot, amethyst, red, aqua.

Cool shades of flowers belong to Summer women. They have light blue, blue, green eyes and light brown hair. For such women, you can pick up raspberry, lilac, cherry, dark green sling scarves.

The autumn color type is distinguished by warm shades - peach skin, amber hair, brown eyes. Red, peach, golden-beige, orange colors are suitable for such women.

It is advisable to choose not a one-color sling, but with many different colors. Then there will be more opportunity to choose other clothes to match the colors of the sling. It is good if the pattern on the sling matches the general style of clothing. For lovers of bright clothes, it is preferable to choose a monochromatic sling and not too flashy. In hot weather, it is also better to use scarves in light shades.

The most ideal winding of a sling scarf for a newborn baby is a "cradle". Moreover, this winding does not require any special skills. It is necessary to fold the scarf in half, bring its ends over the shoulders so that there is room in front for a pocket. Bring the ends crossed at the back under the arms forward and tie a knot at the waist.

One of the most common, simple and convenient windings is the "Cross over the pocket". It is necessary to attach the middle of the scarf to the stomach and straighten it. Then take the straightened ends behind your back, without twisting the scarf, and throw them on opposite shoulders. In this case, a "pocket" is formed in front, and a cross in the back. It is necessary to put the child in the "pocket", gently lowering it from the shoulder. Draw the fabrics of the sling crosswise under the baby's legs, tie the ends at the back at the waist.

The same winding can be used for newborn babies. In this case, you need to place the child in the pocket, not vertically, but horizontally, laying as in a "cradle". Then, from the side of the child's head, take the end of the scarf and stretch it under the baby's body. Pass the other end under the back and tie both ends at the back.

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So, the manufacturer's sling scarves Mum's era are made in Russia, but materials are created all over the world - India, Turkey, China. "Miracle-child" is a fairly well-known brand of Russian manufacturers of sling-scarves and other carriers.

Slings are conquered by their beautiful design and versatility Ellevil from Norway.

Sling scarf manufacturers "Boba" are among the recognized leaders in the production of safety carriers in the USA and Europe.

Scarves design Diva essentialza are developed by the Italian designers of the company. These scarves are versatile and of excellent quality.

Sling scarves are mostly given positive reviews. First of all, buyers note the amazing convenience of this thing, its indispensability and beauty. All mothers who have purchased a sling scarf rejoice in their newfound freedom and mobility.

• Girls in sling of bright colors look very beautiful.

• With the help of various colors of sling scarves, you can create the most delicate feminine, bright, rich, summer and stylish looks.