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The sun's out in the Lake District! And it's pretty warm, and forecast to stay like this for a few days! Carrying another warm body next to yours is the best feeling in the world, but it can start to feel hot when the temperature's high. To help you and your baby keep cool, I've put together a list of top tips for carrying your baby in a sling on warm sunny days: * dress your baby in a thin cotton vest, or just a nappy * dress yourself in lightweight clothing * try to stay in the shade in the hottest part...

I love the simplicity of Connecta Baby Carriers, parents find them easy to use and comfortable to carry their baby in. Add fabric from classic Didymos woven wraps, and you have a combination that you won't be able to resist! I've now got some beautiful Connecta Baby Carriers made from Didymos wraps - so the best of both worlds in one gorgeous carrier. Visit our shop to order yours with FREE UK delivery      

Summer slings We have lots of slings available now that are suitable for the summer weather! Ring slings are especially handy – just one layer of fabric over you and your baby. We've got osme lovely Yaro ring slings, especially made fo Koala Slings by Geeky Sweetheart. They have coordinated or contrasting rings and are just lovely. Prices start from less than £42 - Yaro ring slings   New releases Yaro La Fleur Summer Rainbow has just arrived in the UK and been added to our website. It's a woven wrap, and available in a range of sizes from size...

The temperature's finally rising! (After a very looooong winter and a wet, cold and windy spring here in the Lake District). I've been asked a few times over the last week - "Can I still carry my baby when it's hot?" The answer is yes! You can still carry your baby in hot weather. He or she won't overheat if you follow a few guidelines - our bodies are amazing and are very good at thermoregulation. Some top tips:* try placing a damp muslin between you and baby* remember a hat on your child's head for shade, and sunscreen on...

The Connecta Solar is the perfect warm weather and holiday baby carrier. Lightweight, UV fabric to protect your child, folds up super small, and with all the comfort you've come to rely on from Connecta. Koala Slings has the Connecta Solar available in Sunshine and in Classic Blue. We have limited stock at the moment, but more arriving in the next fortnight. We'll have toddler size Connecta Solar carriers in our next shipment too. We'll have a Connecta Solar available for hire soon too!