Sling Use


One of the best things about carrying your child in a sling is the wide variety of positions and
holds. This is what makes a sling such a versatile piece of baby gear. It can be a bit tricky at
first, but soon you'll be a complete natural. Here you will find pictures and explanations for the
most common holds.

Thank you to Jodi and Jonathan for allowing their son Ryan to model Cradle, Facing-In, and
Kangaroo holds. Baby Julian still had a few more weeks left to make his appearance when this
site was being developed.
Sling Basics
Cradle Hold
Facing-In Hold
Kangaroo Hold
Hip Hold
Modified Cradle Hold
Piggy-Back Hold