Summer Baby wearing

As we come into warmer weather many people worry about the over heating baby/toddler. I’d start by reminding us all that people carry babies all over the world, including hot climates (hotter than ours) so it’s definitely possible.

If you baby is old enough it’s worth remembering that hip or back carries are cooler than front carries. If you need a suitable carrier for either of these positions do talk to a sling library.

Some carriers will be warmer than others, some have more layers (stretchies, caboos), some have cooler fabrics or mesh, all things you can consider.

For stretchies, bamboo can be a nice option (stretchy wraps eg Izmi, Hana). There are alternative ways of wrapping that may feel cooler but both stretchies and caboos (look for a caboo lite maybe) always need 3 layers over baby for safety

Ring slings are just one layer over baby, you can also get muslin ones (probably not suitable/comfortable for toddlers)

Woven wraps come in many fabrics and can be tied in ways that there’s only one layer on baby, light fabrics like this gauze one can be great for babies (probably not supportive enough for older children)

Mesh is nice and cool. This mini monkey mini sling is great for short carries and dries off quickly if it gets wet.

Some buckle carries like this Tula Explore have a mesh panel (and our Beco Gemini cool), alternatively find a nice breathable fabric.

This Kahu Sunshine has a UV50 panel (as does the Beco Gemini Cool

However the carrier you have will probably be fine for a British summer, at least 99% of the time! If you are going somewhere hot do hire for the holiday.