Why choose the Mbeleko sling

With growing interest in babywearing and more and more parents discovering the joys of having baby close by, there is a increasing number of baby carriers and slings on the market. So why choose the Mbeleko over the other carriers around?

Here at Mbeleko we believe strongly in the design of the Mbeleko sling, the rings, shoulder configuration and tail are all qualities that we believe create the most versatile, comfortable and stylish class of carrier on the market.

For most new parents the words baby carrier conjure up a highly structured harness with clips and buckles and baby's legs dangling, or a frame backpack reminiscent of hiking backpacks that make you look like you just walked down a mountain. The Mbeleko sling is a departure from this western convention and a return to a more instinctive style of carrier.

The Mbeleko sling is superior to conventional western carriers in a number of ways:

The Mbeleko is a highly stylish, beautiful accessory in it's own right, coupled with your gorgeous baby and stunning is an understatement.

Baby can recline in the sling with head supported, this takes the weight off baby's fragile developing neck and follows the natural contour of the spine, promoting better spinal development.

Baby's legs are not forced apart whilst the pelvis is soft and still forming and legs are not put through opening which can cut off circulation.

You can use your Mbeleko from birth - even premature birth - right through to toddler hood and in multiple positions.

No straps to cut into your shoulders or put pressure on your breasts, which can lead to infection.

The soft fabric of the Mbeleko sling conforms to any shaped torso making it perfectly comfortable for both Mum and Dad.

In the Mbeleko you can carry your child in multiple positions and easily change position without taking baby out or dismantling the sling.

You can lie down a sleeping baby without waking them.

In a conventional baby carrier your baby's temperature can get to high - the Mbeleko keeps baby much cooler as our fabrics are soft and breathable.

The Mbeleko is super quick and easy to put on and set baby in, no clips, buckles or long straps to tie.

You can breastfeed discreetly in the Mbeleko by draping the tail over your shoulder.

Our shoulder configuration enables easy distribution of baby's weight over your shoulder and back which is optimum for your long-term comfort - if one shoulder becomes sore you can easily swap sides.

Each Mbeleko is a truly unique creation, we pride ourselves in our use of the hottest fabrics around to create style and funk so that we have Mbeleko's that suit any taste or fashion trend and are always happy to make custom slings.

The vast majority of Mbeleko Slings are one-offs, never to be repeated designs, occasionally we do limited editions of slings and a few perennial favourites in larger editions but the chance of being caught at a party with the same sling as your best friend is very slim.

We believe that each child has a right to be nurtured, held and bond with their mother, but we also believe that each mother has the right to care for her child AND get the housework done AND look and feel gorgeous whilst doing it. That's why we created the Mbeleko sling.