FAQ’s

FAQ

 

Q. How to size for the NEW NATIVE  Slings.

A.   Please see Sizing Chart- For New Native Slings

                                            

    Are there any age or weight limits for the slings or carriers?
A.    It is recommended to not go over 35lbs. Most children stop wanting to be carried in a sling or carrier by age 3 to 4 which tends to be around 35 lbs.

Q.    How to properly wear the sling?
A.    Make sure the fabric is spread over the ball of your shoulder; don’t keep it scrunched up by your neck. Remember to switch shoulders from time to time. Your baby should be above waist level.

Q. Caution to Parents. copyright newnativeinc.

A.Young babies can be at risk of positional asphyxia. Positional asphyxia is a type of suffocation that happens when a person’s body is put in a position restricting airflow. One form of positional asphyxia affecting small babies can occur when their chin is pushed down against their chest. Keep your baby safe by insuring their head is back far enough to insure free air flow. Do not allow your baby’s nose or mouth to become pressed against any soft bedding, soft parent, a pillow, plastic bag or any material that could restrict airflow. This is especially important when your baby is sleeping.
Tips for ensuring your baby’s safety:

Your baby should be visible at all times so you can monitor his/her well being. Warning signs of positional asphyxia are:

• Frequent or continuous grunting or sighing
• Labored or rapid breathing

 Oxygenation studies show that placing a carefully folded receiving blanket behind the baby’s back from bottom to shoulders inside of the carrier will help to lift the baby’s chin off of his/her chest. This improves oxygenation to the safe level. The New Native infant support pillow can also be used to elevate the chin away from the chest. Place the infant support pillow inside the carrier and position the baby so he/she is supported from the baby’s bottom to the back of the head.   

Q.    What are the differences in fabrics?
A.    We provide a wide range of fabrics so that you can find the perfect sling for you and your baby.

Organic -Very soft, very snuggly. These baby slings are made with fabric free from chemicals and pesticides.

Twill-Twill is a type of fabric woven with a pattern of diagonal parallel ribs. Usually used to make Khaki items
Q.    How do I wash my Baby Sling?
A.    You may wash your slings in cold water by hand or by machine washing. We suggest line drying the sling as this will help extend the life of your sling and prevent over shrinking. Most of our SLINGS will shrink approximately 1″ when washed in cold and line dried.