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What are the benefits of
using a baby sling?
Using a sling reduces crying by
over 51%
Pediatrics
1986 May;77(5):641-8.
“In a randomized controlled trial, 99
mother-infant pairs were assigned to an increased carrying or control group. At the time of peak crying,
infants who received supplemental carrying
cried and fussed 43% less overall, and 51% less during the evening hours (4 PM to midnight). ”
See more
here.
What is so different about a Mamma's Milk sling?
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It's the
sleekest adjustable baby carrier on
the market. No buckles, rings, snaps, flaps, fabric tails, etc.
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You can customize your carrier to
get the exact fit for your
body.
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Unlike front carriers, in a Mamma's
Milk sling,
your baby relaxes in a
natural fetal position, able to comfortably sleep while being soothed by your heartbeat, familiar scent, and movement.
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You can
use your carrier
immediately after giving birth all the way through toddler hood. (Many carriers have minimum weight limits and can't be used with
newborns.
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Several different
positions
allow you to carry your baby in
a fetal position, an upright position facing out, an upright position facing in, on your back, on your hip and more.
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Customer comment
Well, my silk arrived today. And holy cow...that has to be one of the most gorgeous things I have EVER seen. Both my 9 year old and
I
just gasped when I ripped open the package. I have never seen a more gorgeous silk sling. The brocade is just delicious (the
wave/rave is what I got) and the red silk lining....oh my...so luxurious. I can't keep from running my hands all over it. I can't wait for the
baby to wake up so I can stuff him in there. :-D It is just incredible. I'm just sitting here slobbering. LOL. -Amy V.
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Read why
people are raving about Mamma's Milk slings
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Why should I use a sling
instead of a stroller or car seat?
Babies prefer to be carried close
to their parents. Studies have shown that babies who are carried as little as three hours a day cry 45% less than babies who are not carried.
See
more
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What's the
difference between a front carrier and a sling?
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Front carriers put
unnatural stress
on an infant's spine.
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They're too bulky to keep
in a diaper bag.
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It's difficult, if not impossible,
to breastfeed in most front carriers.
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Front carriers are almost always
outgrown before baby's first year, while slings can be used well into the third year (or until your child weighs around 35 pounds).
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There's no waiting. Most
front carriers require baby to be a certain weight, while slings can be used as soon as the baby is born.
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In a sling, your baby can sleep
peacefully and comfortably in a natural fetal position.
Slings seem
confusing to use.
It's actually much easier, not to
mention quicker, than a traditional front carrier. It takes practice in the beginning, but then, so does anything with a new baby! Plus, there
are so many positions; one is bound to become your favorite.
You'll have the best time if you try when your baby is well-rested and
well-fed.
As soon as you put your baby in the sling, take a walk
outside! Seems silly,
but it works. Walk around, bounce, sway, or whatever comes naturally.
It seems like all
that weight on only one shoulder would hurt!
The weight is
actually distributed over not only your shoulder, but your entire back as well. As your baby grows, your muscles grow, too! It's also easier on
your body than struggling with a stroller or car seat.
Using a sling will use muscles
not normally used everyday. It's a bit like being sore after playing a new sport the first few times. A few tips: your
baby should be above waist level; the fabric should be spread over the ball of your shoulder (not all scrunched up by your neck). If it's
digging into your neck, loosen the top velcro by an inch or so. If it's falling off, tighten the top velcro by an inch or so. Also,
switch shoulders from time to time (every few hours or more if you'd like).
When I click on the drop-down menu, the size I need is not there.
If a size
isn't listed in the drop-down menu, that size is sold out in that particular pattern. 90% of our prints are Limited Editions, so make sure you
get your size early.
The pattern
I want is not on the website anymore!
90% of
Mamma's Milk patterns are Limited Editions, so if you see print that you must have, order it early before it sells out in your size.
What
happened to the Pocket Pouches?
You asked
for them to be adjustable and we finally took the hint. They've become adjustable due to popular demand! With each new batch of slings, you
have the option of purchasing an optional Wipes Pack. Simply toss the Wipes Pack and a diaper or two into the pouch with your baby and you're
good to go! Even easier than stuffing everything in a pocket and much more convenient, too!
Are Mamma's Milk slings pouches or ring slings?
Mamma's Milk slings are pouches.
What is the padding and is it supposed to be on the inside or outside?
Every Mamma's Milk sling includes padding. This padding is only where
your baby's legs rest while in an upright position. This gentle padding makes a comfortable seat for your baby. This padding is designed
to go on the inside and the Mamma's Milk label should be on the outside.
I need help
with sizing!
Click here for help with
sizing.
How soon
will my sling ship?
Your sling will
ship out approximately one week after placing your order.
What is
your return/exchange policy?
Slings may be returned or
exchanged within 30 days in new condition with the original receipt, packaging and instructions. A five dollar restocking fee
will be applied. If sling is returned without original receipt, packaging and instructions a fifteen percent restocking fee will be applied.
*
Sale slings are not
returnable/exchangeable
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Am I using
my pouch correctly?
Let's take The
Cradle Hold, for example: the baby's bottom should be right in the seam with the Mamma's Milk tag and that seam should be in line with
your bellybutton. If you're using an Invisibly Adjustable Pouch, the Aplix (velcro) should be across your back when wearing the pouch in
the cradle hold. The wonderful thing about the Aplix is that it's quite stiff and as a result, keeps the back of the pouch
completely spread properly so that the weight of your baby is spread over your entire back and shoulder.
When using your sling with a newborn it might help to place a small (travel or
child's size) pillow or a folded receiving blanket and put that in the pouch before you put your baby in. This will raise your
baby up a bit in the pouch so s/he's not so squished.
Babywearing is so
wonderful but like anything new, can require some getting used to! The best is yet to come, believe me. Once your son realizes that
he is safe and cozy in the pouch, it will be a wonderful tool. I don't know if you've had a chance to read "The Baby Book" by Dr. Sears
yet, but if you haven't, go get it at your bookstore or library!!! It's the most life-changing book for child rearing. It's like reading
a doctor say what you have in your heart -- absolutely unbelievable. This book is what got me (and millions of other moms, lol) from the
Baby Bjorn to the sling. When baby fusses in the evening (Sears calls this "the grandmother hour"), you can actually soothe him easily with the
sling. Your husband or mother can use the sling to easily put baby to sleep this way.
I can't get
the dollmaker program to work! Help!
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Go to "Tools | Internet Options..."
from the main menu
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Change to the "Security" tab
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Click "Custom Level..."
button
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To enable: make sure a setting other
than "Disable Java" is selected under "Java."
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Close all open browser windows.
Restart the browser
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What is
your mailing address?
Mamma's Milk
1095 NE 27th
Terrace
Pompano Beach
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FL
33062
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