Newborn Baby Sling Buying Guide

Best Newborn Baby Slings

Which is the best baby sling for your newborn? Find out here with our top picks from our experts, to help make choosing a baby sling for your newborn easier.

 

 

Newborn babies love being carried in arms; you've probably figured this out already. So it makes sense to have a baby sling in your parenting toolkit. Indeed, we'd go so far as to say that a baby sling is the best investment you can make, even right from the beginning with your newborn.

Here, we consider the best baby slings for newborns (by baby slings, we mean those slings with less structure; we talk about the best baby carriers (those with more structure) for newborns separately in this post here). There are lots of different types of baby slings, but regardless of the kind you choose, they all allow you to be hands-free whilst your little one is snuggled up safe and close next to you in a close enough to kiss, ergonomic position that is comfortable and supportive both for you and your baby.

So let's dive right in - here our are best baby slings for newborns.

 

Coracor Baby Wrap

Coracor Baby Wrap

Coracor Baby Wrap - £69.95

 

Why We Love It

We are head-over-heels for Coracor stretchy wraps. What’s not to love?! The wraps are soft, lightweight, durable and organic; not only that, the designs are stunning! Easy to wear colours, and designs that wouldn't be out of place in a boutique clothing store. With your baby wrapped close, you have free hands to safely take on the world together, while feeling elegant, stylish and well dressed. Made with organic certified cotton the Coracor baby wrap is a two-way stretch wrap, which is soft, thin but durable, beautiful and safe. The exclusive fabric is breathable and keeps both you and your baby comfortable and close.

 

Pro Tip

The Coracor Baby Wrap is fully adjustable, and one size fits all parents and babies. It's also made from organic cotton.

 

What LTBN Parents Say

"Baby is only a few weeks old but this has been invaluable. It is easy to use and so comfy!" - Hannah

 

 

Neobulle Jersey Sling

Neobulle Jersey Sling

Neobulle Jersey Sling - £49.95

 

Why We Love It

The Neobulle Jersey Ring Sling is lightweight and super-soft, and can be used repeatedly throughout the day. It can stay in place when you're not carrying baby, or can easily be packed away in your bag.

 

Pro Tip

Made from 100% organic cotton jersey, this sling offers superb comfort and support for newborns. Perfect for all those little moments when baby needs up in your arms.

 

What LTBN Parents Say

"The design is beautiful and was very easy to set up thanks to the instructions. Very comfy for me and my daugther loves it too!!" - Jessica

 

 

Didymos Didysling

Didymos Didyslings

Didymos Didysling - from £54.95

 

Why We Love It

Didymos have been producing baby slings in Germany for over 40 years. Didyslings are made from Didymos woven wrap fabrics, and they are simply wonderful. Each is designed and woven in Germany, always using the finest yarns. Didymos always use organic cotton (GOTS Certified).

 

Pro Tip

The quality is outstanding, and the designs beautiful. There are a wide range of designs and colours - from cross-weave to jacquard, there's a design to suit everyone.

 

What LTBN Parents Say

"Absolutely stunning, a really beautiful colour, particularly for summer. I really love it, and so does my 12 week old!" - Kirsty

 

 

Little Frog Woven Wraps

Little Frog Woven Wraps

Little Frog Woven Wraps - from £42.95

 

Why We Love It

Little Frog Woven Wraps are a wonderful option for novice wrappers and experienced wrappers alike. The quality is superb, and there is a huge range of colours and designs to suit every taste. Each wrap is dyed and woven in the EU to OEKO-TEX standard.

 

Pro Tip

We love these wraps - the price is superb, the quality is great, and the striped designs in particular can be very helpful when learning to wrap.

 

What LTBN Parents Say

"Our first ever woven wrap was this gorgeous one from little frog. It's soft and cosy, easy to wrap (even for a novice like me) and washes well. It's been complimented several times because it looks so good, the herringbone adds a bit of interest to the grey, and Dad is happy to wear it too. My little one has spent many happy hours in this wrap, now I just need to learn some new ways to carry with it! " - Louise

 

 

Didymos Meh Dai

Didymos Meh Dai

Didymos Meh Dai - from £109.95

 

Why We Love It

The Didy Meh Dai is a meh dai-style carrier, and a very special one. It's made from Didymos woven wrap fabrics, and as such the quality is outstanding, the designs beautiful, they are ethically woven always using organic cotton, and there is a huge range to choose from.

 

Pro Tip

As there is no padding it is perfectly suited for carrying newborns as it snugs their shape, and works equally well for older babies and toddlers on the front or back.

 

What LTBN Parents Say

"I absolutely love that fabric! It is so beautiful. It is so much more comfortable with my 10month old for long walks than buckle carrier. I never got along with long fabrics and this one is exactly what I have been looking for- something in between the two. Amazing quality product. " - Karin