Saturday, July 28, 2007

Summer MUST be here soon!

With all the torrential rain and flooding that has hit the UK in the past month, it's easy to think that summer will not ever arrive. Ever the optimists, we have stocked up on gorgeous slings for the hotter weather. If you're holidaying somewhere nice and sunny, or hoping like us for some blue sky and rays, then these are perfect for you!

Calin Bleu Cool Gauze

£37.50

If you want a simple stylish baby carrier you’ll adore these Calin Bleu Gauze Baby Slings now in stock in a range of fashionable colours. The loosely woven gauze flexes to fit your body and your baby. Made from breathable 100% cotton this soft flexible one-size sling works well from newborn to toddler and fits tall and small parents too. The wrap doubles up as a back carrier. In all positions, the carrier distributes weight evenly across both your shoulders and provides excellent support for both baby and adult.

The lightweight fabric is perfect for all seasons. Stay cool with your baby close to you indoors and out. Great for summer but convenient throughout the year as you’ll stay comfortable when carrying your baby round the house, on public transport, or in shopping centres. It’s also ultra compact, and an ideal sling to keep in your bag. The fabric is the same width throughout, with a slant cut end for an attractive finish. The fabric feels similar to a soft muslin or cheesecloth, and the wraps are made in the UK.

Calin Bleu Gauze Baby Wraps are now offered in two lengths - 4.6m and 5.2m. Suitable for use from birth onwards.

Zolowear Solarveil Ring Slings

£46.00

Solarveil® will keep you cool at the park or wading in the pool. You can even wear it in the shower - bathe your babe right through this breathable mesh fabric. Featuring ZoloWear's secure zipper pocket and comfortable shoulder design. Small, lightweight silver anodised aluminium rings prevent slipping of this lightweight fabric. Breathable, open knit weave blocks 70-80% of the harmful UVA/UVB sun rays. 100% poly fabric dries quickly and softens with use. Crafted with pride in Dallas, Texas, U.S.A. Includes FREE interactive instructional DVD.





Hotslings Pool Pouch

£34.00

Khaki is the color of warm summer sand and the must have beach Mom accessory. Perfect at the pool too. Experience the cool comfort and UV protection of 2 layers of Solarveil mesh. 2 layers provide 90% ultraviolet ray protection and lots of support - even for heavy babies and toddlers. The rails are serged with soft thread to protect little legs. Suitable for pool, shower or everyday use. Key/toy loop included.







Peekaru Ozone

£22.00

Welcome to the Comfort Zone! Baby, meet sunshine. The Peekaru Ozone lets you enjoy the summer sun while protecting your child from its harmful rays. While traveling in a car seat, pushchair or soft baby carrier, the Ozone's pattented Solarveil fabric blocks 70-80% of UVA and UVB rays. Take your baby outside with confidence and enjoy the sunny summer weather. Ozone sizing is a snap, one size fits all! The Ozone will fit your child in a:

  • Carrier/sling from 0 to 6 months
  • Car seat from 0 to 12 months
  • Pushchair from 0 to 24 months

The Ozone comes in white with three trim options.

Bara Barn Ring Slings

£43.00

Love the colours of the Bära-barn shawls, but prefer the style of a ring sling? Then these beautiful new slings are the answer! Bära-barn have brought out a wonderfully made range of ring slings in their gorgeous light-weight fabrics. The rings used are co-ordinating aluminium, especially designed for babywearing. At the end of the tail there are several useful pockets, ideal for carrying around nappies, keys or even snacks.

The Bära-barn Ring Slings are woven in 100% cotton. The cotton used has been tested and passed to Oeko-Tex standard 100. They are easy to care for and can be washed at 40 degrees and can be tumble- or hang-dried.

Age/weight : Birth to 35lbs

Sizes available : One size fits all. Sling dimensions are 80cm wide, 205 cm long.

Bara Barn Shawls

£42.00

The Bära-barn-shawl is suitable for newborns and children up to approximately the age of three, which makes the shawl both unique and economical. Smaller babies lie down in the shawl in a comfortable position similar to the fetal position. Your child will feel it is being looked after even if you are busy with something else. The child’s sensitive back is not strained. In a Bära-barn-shawl you can breastfeed discreetly.

The older child sits comfortably on your hip or tummy-to-tummy with the shawl supporting the bottom and the entire back. There is no strain on you, which will make you able to carry your child more often. With two shawls you can even carry twins. The cotton used has been tested regarding harmful substances according to Oeko-Tex standard 100, which fulfils the requirements for products with direct contact to the skin. The Bära-barn-shawl can be washed in 40 degrees Celsius/warm water. (Wash the shawl prior to using it the first time and it will become very soft.) Tumble dry on low heat or let drip dry. Some of the most colourful shawls may discolour other garments if not first washed separately. Swedish design, made of 100% cotton.

Age/weight : From birth Sizes available : One size 275cm x 80cm

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