How to tie a sling-scarf: the main ways

An increasing number of modern young mothers prefer not a stroller, but a sling. It's not just fashionable and beautiful. For many, such an accessory has become a truly indispensable thing. The main thing is to remember how to tie a sling-scarf correctly, so that it would be convenient for the mother, and the baby was always near in complete safety. Meanwhile, this thing is just a long piece of cloth (from 2 to 6 m), and this is not a new invention, as children were born in ancient times in Russia, and are still worn, for example, in African countries.

From this article you will learn how to properly tie a sling-scarf, because there are a lot of winding methods. Each mother, and maybe even her father will be able to choose the most suitable option. The main difference between a scarf and other types of slings is that it wraps around the body of one of the parents, and the child is placed in the pocket formed. At the same time, the load on the adult spine is minimal. The weight of the baby is almost not felt, since it is evenly distributed on the two shoulders and lower back.

How to tie a sling-scarf in a way "cradle"

This position can be used to wear crumbs from birth. For the "cradle" it is better to use the product of the smallest S-size of 2.7 m.

• Fold the scarf in half and wind the ends behind your back over your shoulders, leaving a place for your pocket in front.
• Cross the cross behind and pull out the arms forward, tie a knot (single or double) around the waist.
• Formed on the chest "cradle" spread and place the baby in it. To his head was raised, wrap the edge of the fabric on the opposite shoulder.

How to tie a sling-scarf in the way "cross under the pocket"

For this position, longer slings of size M (4.7 m) or L (5.4 m) are suitable.

• The middle of the scarf is placed in front of the waist, the ends are led back, cross over on the back and through the shoulders lead forward.
• Cross over on your chest and pass down under the cloth on your belt.
• The ends are pulled back and either tied on the back with a double knot, or wrap around the waist and tie it on your stomach.
• Put the baby in the inner pocket of the sling, cover the expanded upper edge and that part of the scarf that is on the belt. So the child will be reliably protected by three layers of tissue.

How to tie a sling-scarf on one shoulder

This winding is suitable for wearing a baby in one of the positions: in the "cradle", on the hip, on the stomach or back. Use it well in summer, as the fabric fits into one layer.

• The middle of the scarf is laid on the shoulder, the ends pass obliquely across the back and chest, and then tied in front.
• The knot can be located in the area of the clavicle or turned over to the back.
• The ends of the short product remain uncorrected, while the long ones are tied around the waist.

The advantages of a sling scarf are undeniable, because in order to go on a trip, you do not have to take a bulky stroller with you and drag it into the transport. An additional plus: my mother's hands remain completely free, and she can do her own business. In addition, the ends of the scarf will reliably hide the baby during breastfeeding. In any case, even if you are a fan of the stroller, it is worth to learn how to tie a sling-scarf, and try to wear a child in it. And, quite possibly, you too will fall in love with this bright piece of cloth, like millions of moms around the world.