They rely on a number of sources, including our independent reviews, testing undertaken during the MadeForMums Awards, and feedback from our home testing panel and Top Testers Club. They come in the most exquisite colours and limited edition patterns, so you’re likely to want more than one.

They’re incredibly practical – You’ll have your hands free and they take up far less room than prams and strollers. I'm now going to be looking for a sling with buckles which is much easier to put on and a lot more comfortable. When testing slings and wraps we consider a number of factors including ease of use, material, comfort and value for money. Be sure not to overheat your baby – As a rough rule of thumb when carrying, your body counts as one layer of clothing, the baby wrap is at least one more, and if you’re in a warm place that’s a third – so make sure they’re not overdressed.The one-way stretch can make it trickier to master at first, but that means it’s less prone to sagging than the 2-way Lifft Stretchy Wrap. They can be comfier than baby carriers – This is especially the case for wearing them around the house.

Made from 100% jersey cotton, the sling is “really easy to wash” and hasn’t “overstretched or sagged” according to Bethany. I was not impressed with this sling , felt totally unsafe and you still have to hold babies head most of the time unless you have it done so tight that you feel your going to squash them.The sling is made of soft, lightweight and yet strong fabric, which is great as some slings are made of heavier uncomfortable fabric. I know they can look a bit like full body origami to begin with, I promise it’s super easy once you’ve had a few practices. She's outlined everything you need to know before choosing your sling and wrap, as well as how to use one safely. Love the breathable material, especially for warmer days, our baby gets really close and cosy without us having to worry about him overheating like we do in some of the thicker slings. Plus, there's no upper limit to how many hours a day you can carry your baby, so long as they’re safely fitted to the carrier and their airways are protected (see the TICKS guide below).