WACOTTO baby sling

Product
Tested By Caroline Lowndes – Jayden 8 Months

Caroline
Awarded The Wacotto Sling 4.7/5

First
impression was how compact, lightweight and stylish it is. Super strong, very
nice weave/pattern to the material. Very stretchy. Superb quality. Instructions
nice and simple. Not a buckle in sight and I love that! Really easy to
put on. You just put it around your neck
like a scarf, pop one arm through the neck hole, pop baby in and you’re ready. In
summer it would be a clear 5/5. What I have found is if baby is wearing a snow
suit or we are both wearing winter coats, then it can be a bit difficult to
navigate baby into position. I do feel
my baby is secure in this sling. One thing I felt was that it could benefit
from a crotch strap of some kind, as sometimes (especially when
wriggling/kicking} baby slipped down a little. Carrying on with daily chores
using this sling depends whether it’s a 2 handed task or one. One arm/hand had
to constantly support baby due to back support and nothing holding baby in
underneath, e.g., a crotch support. I have used a conventional sling which I
had to stop using at 4 months as it really pulled the bottom of my back. This
however was so comfortable! It’s more comfortable to hold baby with the sling
on than without! The weight is distributed evenly so there isn’t any pressure
point. I had a c section so my back is still tender from the spinal. My son was
happy and content taking in the world around him. He was also happy as he got
extra mummy snuggles than being stuck in his pram. He felt secure. It is so
lightweight and tiny! It fits in your pocket. I wear it as a scarf when not
using it as a sling. Very stylish too. Regarding value for money – At first I
would have said no due to the size of it, but having used it and felt the
benefits of it then yes, also it is a key wardrobe accessory when baby has long
outgrown it! I will continue to use this, it will be invaluable on the school
run or nipping in a shop, especially when Jayden is out of his infant carrier, and
it will save time and energy getting the pram in and out of the boot. Ideal for
busy mums, no faffing with back pack style clips and straps. I already have recommended
to my sister in laws. One is due next year and the other has a baby a few
months younger than Jayden. I certainly will to any friends and family that
have babies in the future. This product is stylish, small, practical, versatile
and secure. I do feel however that it needs something to support the crotch
area, just to give that bit of extra support to baby. I have had a very
positive experience with this product. I have 5 children so my life is very
hectic. The sling saves a lot of time and energy faffing with a buggy, its
small and light weight, so storing it in a changing bag or wearing it as a
scarf does not hinder in anyway at all. I am able to hold my baby with one hand
as oppose to two, freeing me up a little to shop, hold the other children’s
hands etc. It is a brilliant product which we have enjoyed testing which I am
sure will last a very long time due to the strength and quality of the
material. The most important factor was that my baby was safe and secure, which
he was, he was comfortable and I found it to be quite bonding, I didn’t feel
restricted as I have done in other slings, I felt relaxed and able to cuddle my
baby. Thank you. Caroline Lowndes – Jayden 8 Months

Product
Tested By Carly Peters – Simone 7 Months

Carly
Awarded The Wacotto Sling 4.6/5

Loved
the look of this as had checked out online and as a first time mum was eager to
try out this sling. The material used
for this is great, very strong, versatile and easy to care for. Instructions very easy to follow and
understand. I was surprised how easy
this was to put on and was ready to go in no time. Was easy enough to place my daughter in this
sling. I felt my daughter was safe and
snug in this sling and it will be coming away with us this spring for our
holiday to Spain. You can keep this
sling on and do some of the daily chores, not all of them though but nice to
have Simone close to me. This is very
comfortable to wear and never caused any discomfort or back ache. My daughter loves being in this as she just
loves to be close to me and my hubby has tried it out too. This is very easy to take anywhere with you
as can just pop in your bag or changing bag.
This is great value as not only is it a versatile sling once you have
finished using as a sling it is a stylish warm scarf, great idea. I will continue to use this and have already
recommended to my mummy group. This is a
lovely versatile sling that I will be using for a long time and then will use as
fashion accessory. Loved it. Carly
Peters – Simone 7 Months

Product
Tested By Carys Rumsey – Spencer 9 Months

Carys
Awarded The Wacotto Sling 4.2/5

It
is good quality material and is nice to look at. The material is stretchy and good
quality. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. It is really easy to
get the sling in the perfect position ready for the baby. It also looks good as
a scarf for when the baby isn’t in it. It takes a bit of manoeuvring to get the
baby in to the sling. My son was secure in the sling but also had some room to
move around. When he has been clingy it has been easy to carry on with day to
day tasks as he is supported in the sling.
Once I had the sling in a larger size it was very comfortable to wear.
In the smaller size it was uncomfortable on my arm. He loves being in the sling
as he is being carried and is close to me. This sling is very easy to transport
as it is easy to slip into the changing bag. I haven’t previously used a sling or looked to
purchase one. For me this seemed a little pricey for what it is but I also
haven’t looked to see what else there is available. Now I have tried this I would purchase and
recommend. Having not looked in to using
a sling previously I was surprised that I have enjoyed using this product. I
will be continuing to use it. The only downside is that the sizing could be
clearer. I ordered the size as per the guide and had to return for a larger
size. The sling has little give so I couldn’t see how I would be able to carry
the baby comfortably. That said once I got the sling in a larger size I found
it very easy to use and will be continuing to use it. Carys Rumsey – Spencer 9
Months