Our buying guides will give you an introduction to each category, help you choose the best option for your needs and show you ways to get the most out of it. You'll also find links to detailed information on specific products as well trouble-shoting guides and more.

Soft Structured Carriers Guide

Find the perfect soft structured carrier with using our useful guides and comparison charts. Plus see instructional videos and learn about the details that can make a baby carrier comfortable and easy to use.

Babywearing - Newborn Introduction

For thousands of years, in cultures across the world, parents have worn their babies in slings. Could a carrier work for your baby too?

Onbuhimo Carriers

If you're looking for a simple, compact carrier try an Onbuhimo. Used mostly for back-carrying it has no waist strap and is ideal for carting around toddlers who love getting a piggyback!

Woven Wrap Information

The Sleep Store has a fantastic range of beautiful wraps from leading brands, so here's some information to help you choose the right wrap, learn how to use it and why a wrap might be the best option for you...

Safety & Fit Advice

Baby Carrier Fit Guides

Correctly fitting your baby carrier can be the difference between using it all the time or having it gather dust at the back of the cupboard because it's "uncomfortable".

Sleep Store Carrier Videos

If you are new to carriers watch our introduction to carriers here. Louise, one of our trained baby carrying consultants and owner of The Sleep Store, showcases many of the different carrier options available and answers the questions posted during the live post. The video guides on this page will answer many of your questions about baby carrying.

Boba Wrap Instructions

A soft stretchy wrap is our most recommended way to carry your newborn hands free. These are comfortable to wear all day and you can just pop your baby in or out as you need to. Find out how to wrap baby securely and comfortably.

Baby-Carrying Safety Information

Baby-carrying done properly is very safe! Always follow the carrier instructions exactly and/or learn how to safely use your carrier from a qualified baby-carrying consultant who has had expert training in babywearing safety.

FAQs

What's the Best Baby Carrier for Summer?

Enjoying the summer sunshine with a baby carrier can be hot work. Find out our tips for choosing the right baby carrier for hot weather and how to keep your baby cool in the sun.

What's the Best Baby Carriers for Dads?

People often think that a baby carrier that will fit mum, won’t fit dad, however this couldn’t be more untrue. Baby Carriers are generally designed for both men and women to wear, so both mum and dad can enjoy the benefits of keeping baby close.

How to Get Your Baby to Sleep When You Are Out

Don't be tied to home with your new baby. Getting out and about is important for baby - and for your sanity! We offer advice on your baby's sleep routine and how to create helpful sleep associations so that baby can sleep while you are on the go and life can regain some normality.