What works for us: A sling for Slane

When it comes to parenting, everyone has an opinion; some are eager to share it. Now that we're parents, we have one, too. This is the first post in a series we'll call What works for us. Have a suggestion for a product, book, technique, or service we should try? Contact us.

Our parents are wonderful, getting us many useful things for Slane, as well as a few indulgences. One of the more practical things that Ema did was make a homemade Maya wrap for us. All she needed was a few yards of fabric and two sturdy cattle rings.



Slane and I are still learning how to use the wrap comfortably, but it is a life changer. If she's drowsy or asleep, she'll hang out in the sling for hours without any fuss. However, if she's awake or cranky, she'll cry and thrash until I take her out of the sling. Since Slane loves to cuddle and be held, now she can nap in the sling and I can do things with both hands...like update the blog, because typing with a baby in your lap can be a challenge.



I can also take a self-portrait:



Or take a picture of Slane sleeping in the sling.



Maya Wrap also has videos explaining how to "wear" your wrap and your child. If you have a child and access to a sewing machine (or Ema), we highly encourage making your own Maya Wrap.

Sew your own baby sling (Maya Wrap)

Full disclosure: We have had no contact with Maya Wrap about this post or any of their products.