Our Wraps

What is a wrap sling?

How to wear your wrap?

One size fits all

Choosing a fabric

Safety precautions

Not just a baby carrier!

Caring for your wraparound sling

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What is a wrap sling?

A Calin Bleu is a wraparound sling. The simplest design is based on the tradition of mums carrying their babies with a "simple piece of cloth" all over the world. A wrap sling is a long piece of material which you tie around yourself and the baby. The simplicity of this design allows you to carry your baby on front, you back, in a hammock or sitting up, on your hip... The same wrap will fit both mum and dad, even of very different size. You will also be able to carry your child from birth to toddler with the same wrap.

How to wear your wrap?

Your Calin Bleu is sent with a colour instruction booklet showing some of the most popular ways to use your baby sling, starting with the wrap cross carry, probably the easiest one to learn.

Take the time to practice and try them to find out which ones feel more comfortable for you and your baby. Some ties require less fabric than others so you will always be able to find a tie which suits you no matter what your size. We have gathered our tips to learn to use a baby sling. You can also take a look at the Photo gallery to see how other people wear their wraparound sling.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us, we will be delighted to help you. You can also visit Sling Meet to meet up with experienced baby wearers in your area who can help you find a comfortable fit. Get in touch with us, we can help you find someone local to you.

One size fits all

Most Calin bleu slings are around 65-70cm wide, the micro fleece are narrower.

The micro fleece wraps are all 4.90 meters long. The Cool Wraps are available in 2 sizes: 4.60m will allow all carries for parents under size 16. For size 18+, choose the XL version (5.20m). If you need any help with choosing the size, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us, we'll be happy to help.

These lengths are the most versatile. You can carry your baby in a hammock style or in a kangaroo style cross on your tummy either facing you or facing forward or on your back. Once they are able to sit up unaided, on your hip.

Choosing a fabric

We search up and down the country and all over the world for fabrics that will make our wraps comfortable and stylish yet affordable. Our primary criteria for selecting a fabric will always be comfort of both parent and baby.

You're going to wear your wrap day in and day out for months and years. So choose a colour you like, something that 'goes' with your wardrobe and will make you feel good.

Safety precautions

Your baby's safety is your responsibility. Before you start wearing your sling, please read these safety recommendations carefully. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Not just a baby carrier!

Yes, the Calin Bleu is a wrap baby sling but you will find that it has many uses: a blanket to go to the park, a foot muff in the pushchair, a sheet with Mummy's scent to sleep with at the nursery, a travel changing mat, a blanket when it turns out colder than you expected, a hammock, a parasol to protect them from the sun, the possibilities are endless!

Caring for your wraparound sling

Wash your wrap once before using. Of course, it is tempting to try it as soon as you receive it but it might be more difficult to tie. With the first wash, the fabric will soften (yes, even the super soft gauze will), becomes grippier and achieve the nice *give* which makes it comfortable.

Wraparound slings can be machine-washed at 30°C on a gentle cycle with similar colours and hang to dry. Gauze wraps can also be tumbled dried.

Mothers have found that the gauze wraps and micro fleece wraps are ideal for reflux babies, they can be wiped clean during the day and easily washed and dried overnight.

Do not use bleach and avoid laundry powder with brighteners.

Some washing machine can pull threads. You can protect your gauze wrap by washing it in a pillow case loosely sewn or closed with buttons.