If you'd like to attend this event please register.
Our sling library is usually held on the first and third Fridays of every month at Christchurch on Bedford Road in Hitchin.
Sling libraries are the perfect opportunity to try different baby carriers before you invest in one for you and your little one. In our well stocked library we have a selection of different types of carriers, from stretchy wraps to soft structured carriers suitable from Newborn to toddler and our experienced sling library coordinators can help you find one that is comfortable for you and suitable for the age and stage of your baby.
We charge £8 to hire a sling for 14 days and ask for a cash security deposit for the hire.( We are currently only able to take a cash deposits). Extended hires can often be agreed if required for a holiday, for example. We charge £30 deposit for stretchy wrap carriers and £50 for all other carriers. Deposits will be safely stored and returned provided the sling is returned in the same condition as it was hired. We also ask for proof of your address, for example a driver's licence or utility bill (unfortunately a higher deposit will be required if these can’t be provided on the day of hire)
Anyone can attend the sling library and hire a carrier, you do not have to be an NCT member.
There are 4 timed slots of 30 minutes available at each session between 10.00 - 12.00hrs, where you will have the time to look at the slings and speak to a dedicated sling library volunteer. \n \nTo book a place, please register your interest below (or email branch.hertsnorth@nct.org.uk) and will we confirm full details and available times by return email. This is a not a drop in group - you need to book a place in advance.
Please note we can only provide advice about slings in our library and not any slings you may already have.
Visiting your local sling library can be a great way to find out more about the range of baby carriers and slings on the market and find the right one for you. To help keep you and your baby safe we only stock slings in our NCT libraries which meet the latest European and British Safety Standards and our volunteers will be on hand to talk you through the basics of using a sling safely.