Kin Sling Meets
About this Event
Our monthly sling workshops are relaxed small group sessions to explore carrying your wee one. Join us for a chat about babywearing and the opportunity to explore other slings and carriers.
Our November session takes place from 10.30 - 12.00 on Monday 23rd and is an Introduction to Woven Carriers. Get your winter and Christmas carrying all wrapped up at this workshop hosted by Jill from Oscha slings.
Join Jill and our Kin sling consultant Jen to get an overview of woven carriers with the opportunity to have a try and practice in a group setting. This session is suitable for older babies (not newborn babies or toddlers) and is an introductory session. It does not include back carrying.
Due to time constraints we are unable to provide individual fittings for mulptiple carriers at this workshop. Please check back for future dates for our sling social and fit check sessions being added, or give us a follow on Eventbrite to be notified when dates are released.
You’ll learn the principles of safety, comfort and positioning, in relation to carrying your baby in a woven carrier & explore the benefits this can bring.
Our weighted demonstration dolls are available if you’d like to practice with them first, or if you’d prefer to try a sling without your own baby on the day. If you & your wee one are both keen we will do our best to achieve a comfortable fit & a positive experience for both parties!
What to expect from this Introductory session
* Safety & Positioning: We’ll discuss safety guidelines relevant to carrying your baby.
* Demo: A chance to try a sling in a group setting with a demonstration and practice session.
* Practice with Dolls: You are welcome to practice with our weighted demonstration dolls, before/instead of carrying your own baby.
What we WON’T be aiming to cover in this session
- Comprehensive fitting, tuition or demonstration of multiple types of carriers, or front facing or back carrying.
- Individualised fitting for children / carers with specific physical or developmental needs. We can, however provide an overview of possibilities to consider & signpost to local baby wearing consultants who could support you with this within an individual consultation tailored to your needs.
Info about our different workshops and sessions which are on rotation:
Sling Social and Fit Check - We will have a range of slings available for you to take a look at at our sling social where we'll be chatting all things babywearing. If you also book in for a fit with Jen check please bring your sling if you need some support with positioning or the fit of your sling or carrier. There are a limited number of fit check sessions available which must be pre-booked.
Introduction to Ringslings - This workshop is intended to provide a general overview of using a ringsling and a chance to practice in a group setting. Due to time constraints we are unable to provide an individual fit check for your own sling at this workshop. Please check back for future dates for our sling social and fit check sessions being added, or give us a follow on Eventbrite to be notified when dates are released.
Introduction to Buckle Carriers, a general overview of types of buckle carriers, how to use them and the opportunity to practice in a group setting. If you already have a buckle carrier please bring it with you. Due to time constraints we are unable to provide an individual fit check for your own sling at this workshop.
Introduction to Woven Carriers, hosted by Jill from Oscha slings. Join Jill to get an overview of woven carriers with the opportunity to have a try and practice in a group setting. This session is suitable for older babies (not newborn babies or toddlers) and is an introductory session. It does not include back carrying.
Introduction to Carrying Older Babies and Beyond - join our sling team and Jill from Oscha Slings for this session about carrying older babies. This 90 minute overview workshop is for caregivers interested in exploring the options for carrying older babies, toddlers & older children safely & comfortably.
Back-carrying older babies in a buckle carrier - TASTER SESSION. A 90 minute taster workshop for caregivers interested in exploring the option of carrying older babies/young toddlers on their backs. You’ll learn the principles of safety, comfort and positioning, in relation to carrying your baby on your back in a buckle carrier.
Introduction to Stretchy Wraps - a 90 minute workshop to look at the baby box sling and other stretchy wraps (e.g. Caboo) - ideal for you and your little one during the fourth trimester to explore early babywearing options.
Introduction to Baby Wearing - this 90 minute workshop is suitable if you are pregnant or your baby is in their fourth trimester (approximately) and is intended to provide a general overview of using a sling and a chance to practice in a group setting.
Whatever your experience of carrying your baby - from pregnancy onwards - our monthly meet ups are to chat, learn and discuss carrying experiences together. We suggest a sling walk in the Links afterwards for anyone that is able.
Our workshops and sling meets are hosted by our Kin Sling Team - Jen and Lorna. Jen is a mum of two and experienced babywearer passionate about helping others carry their babies and toddlers, Jen is a Slingababy certified Babywearing Consultant. Lorna is a mum, pilates teacher and certified Sling Peer Supporter with a particular specialism in woven wraps and carrriers.
Please select the ticket that is right for you - we believe every family should be able to access support and connection. Thanks to funding, a small number of community places are available for each session. If you're in a position to do so, choosing a standard ticket helps us keep these places available for families who need them most. As a social enterprise we ensure our tickets are low cost to support accessibliity, and we invest all profits back into supporting parents in the perinatal period.
£15 Standard Ticket
Our standard ticket helps us cover the cost of running our Sling Workshops and continue providing support for parents. If you're able to, please choose this option.
Funded Community Place
We have a limited number of funded places available for parents who would otherwise be unable to attend. If cost is a barrier right now, you're very welcome to book one of these places.
How to find us: Our main Hub is at the Lochend Road Hall of Leith St Andrew's, next to Leith Links (EH6 8HT) which has a mixture of free and paid on street parking (please double check signage). It is also accessible by buses stopping nearby at Duke Street, Easter Road and Leith Walk which is also the nearest tram stop.
Entry is via Lochend Road, where there is step free access and a bell at the blue door at the entrance.
Things to know about your visit to Kin Collective:
Ramp and step free access
Accessible toilet and baby change
Space to store prams and buggies
Advance booking is essential
We also have groups and classes running at Kin @Leith St James, entry via John's place - if you attend multiple sessions at Kin please double check which venue your group or activity is taking place in.
Please make any additional requirements known to us.If you have any questions, or if there is anything we can do to support you attending please email us at [email protected] and we will be happy to help.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 0.00 to GBP 15.00
