Back in stock!

It's been a crazy few weeks at Big Mama HQ! The business has moved premises so Big Mama has been very busy. Please check the new contact details on our Terms page. Email remains the same but phone number and address have changed.

Since the move we've had deliveries so new stock has been added to the site. We are restocked with the ever popular Connecta, including the standard model, Solarweave and the new Connecta Integra (left). Beautifully made in the UK and comfortable from birth to toddler.

For a bit of glamour and luxury in your life, Sakura Bloom Ring Slings are back in Essential Silk, Hana and Pure, including the very hard to find Pure Aubergine.

Also in our Buckle Soft Carriers section we have the Manduca Baby Carrier back in brown, and new from Babyhawk the Oh Snap! Baby Carrier a highly adjustable padded buckle carrier in some gorgeous fabrics.

More stock announcements soon!

Connecta Baby Carriers - 4 new fabrics in stock

The Connecta Baby Carrier is a beautifully designed UK-made product, and we are delighted to have the Connecta in stock at Big Mama Slings. Created by a talented mother of six, the Connecta blends modern features such as strong buckles and webbing with the ancient Mei Tai design, giving a carrier that is equally comfortable on the back or the front. Available in Blue Gothic Rose, Plain Black, Apples & Pears and Lacework.

Two-Shoulder Slings

When a customer emails us asking for help narrowing the bewildering range of slings it really helps us advise them if they give us a little bit of information, both about the person(s) who will be using the sling, as well as how the sling will be used. Most people have a list of things they want from a sling and not everyone is going to find one sling that ticks all the boxes so it may be a case of prioritising what is most important. Everyone's needs are different so obviously the mythical beast that is "the right sling" (and we believe there is at least one sling out there for everyone) will be different for different people but quite frequently our response is that the best sling would be a two shoulder sling - either a Soft Carrier or a Wraparound. These are some of the things that are mentioned in the emails we receive that mean we may recommend a two shoulder sling:

To Buckle Or Knot To Buckle...

...that is the question! There are two types of Soft Carrier - structured Buckle Carriers and the more traditional Tie-On. Both are based on the design of traditional Asian carriers such as the Chinese Mei Tai (even though many Tie-On carriers retain the name they have been westernised) and are very comfortable, distributing the weight of even heavy toddlers well. Basically both types are a square (ish) panel with straps that come off the corners - the bottom two tie/fasten around your waist and the others go over your shoulders. They can be used on your front and back and, in some cases, hip as well.

Beco Butterfly Baby Carrier - Back in Stock

Following the recent buckle upgrade by Beco Baby, we now have our first shipment of the new Butterfly carriers in stock featuring the improved hardware on the carrier. This carrier is a great choice for small babies up to toddler and has a unique inner harness which holds your baby safely in the carrier. Available in a choice of four fabrics: Ava (pictured), Isabella, Solid Black and Jack. Stocks are limited and as Beco Baby are changing their fabrics monthly we advise grabbing one while you can.

New Babyhawk Designs in Stock

We've just had a delivery of Babyhawk Mei Tai Carriers with some lovely new designs, as well as restocking the popular Cathedrals on Natural combination which is a summer bestseller for us. We were so taken with the new Mod Sakura fabric (pictured) that we have stocked it in both the natural and charcoal straps. Perfect for summer!

Babyhawk Mei Tai Back in Stock

We've just received a shipment of Babyhawk Mei Tai - included were Kimono Cathedral (our best selling print), Carnival and two new fabric choices: Plum Sakura and Rio Stripe (pictured). Babyhawk Mei Tais are one of our best selling soft carriers and have proven to be very popular in the UK. If your child is now a toddler we also offer the Toddlerhawk, perfect for those bigger kids who like to nap in ther carrier. We also still have some Babyhawk Deluxe in stock; these Mei Tai are lined with minkee fabric for added luxury.

Beco Butterfly Recall Information

Beco Carriers has recently issued a recall through the US recall system of Beco Carriers sold in January and February 2008. If you have purchased an affected carrier and have not been contacted by the company you purchased it from please email them right away and stop using your carrier until further notice.

The official recall notice can be seen at on the Beco Carrier site

Babyhawks back in stock at Big Mama Slings

We've just had a delivery of Babyhawk Mei Tais arrive at Big Mama Slings, which we have been eagerly awaiting as we had sold out completely. Another shipment is on the way as well, as we do expect these to sell fast too. Deservedly popular, these carriers are the ideal choice for the fashion-conscious parent looking for a birth to toddler option.

We particularly like the new Nakahara Garden print (pictured left. Our next shipment includes more Kimono Windows and Sky Wallflower (a best-selling Amy Butler print), as well as the new Chez Moi Aqua design.

If we don't stock the Babyhawk fabric you have fallen in love with, then do let us know. We order frequently and are happy to add in special requests.