The concept of a slingokurtki appeared in our language relatively recently with the introduction of a fashion for slings (from English. - bandage) - special devices for carrying a baby in the chest. Slings came to us from ancient times, when different nations had such a way of moving mothers and babies.
Sling is a fabric bandage, tied over the shoulders or also on the belt, or otherwise fixed on the body of the parent for carrying the baby.
Modern slings have undergone significant changes and represent a convenient and comfortable way to carry the baby for both mother and child.
Accordingly, the slingokurtka - a jacket that allows you to carry a child in a sling under it.
About brand
One of the first in Russia began to produce slings and slingokurtki brand "Echidna" under the brand name "Mum’s Era" and "Echidna". At first, this company specialized only in clothes for pregnant and lactating mothers, children's clothes. The start of production started in 2007 and since then there are more and more fans of sling jacket.
Features and benefits of a sling jacket
Slingokurtka very convenient and practical thing, allowing to protect from inclement and cold weather, and mother and baby.
Slingokurtka is a full-fledged jacket for mother with a special insert for the sling and the second neck for the baby.
Slingokurtki suitable for carrying the baby from six months to 2 years.
The advantages of slingokurtki:
- Convenient way to carry the baby;
- Less physical stress on the mother when carrying the child;
- Freedom of hand movements;
- Optimum protection for the baby.
What is the construction of a slingokurt?
Inserts in slingokurtka distinguish:
- Removable;
- Non-removable.
Removable inserts allow you to use the "Echidna" and as usual. Fixed inserts are designed to be worn only with the baby in a sling under the jacket.
Since the jacket has two necks in the same design, then your baby is maximally protected from the weather and precipitation and other adverse environmental factors.
Models
To date, the "Echidna" slingokurt has about 270 models. Each is good in its own way.
Models are grouped by seasonality:
- winter;
- demi-season.
The winter slingokurt "Echidna" is a convenient and practical thing, suitable for wearing at sub-zero temperatures. The undoubted advantage will be a detachable insert for the baby, and hoods - for both mother and child.
In the winter version, the slingokurt uses modern materials and insulation (holofiber, thermofinn), which lighten the weight of the jacket and provide comfortable warmth. Lightning is provided between the hood of the child and the inset so that the baby is as warm and comfortable as possible. The materials used jackets allow the child to wear lightweight, and not in several layers. Plus, the child will receive heat from the mother's body.
Removable insert allows you to wear a jacket as usual and will be a convenient option for movement - warm and light. Removable hood also provides a convenient variation.
Models are presented in various colors and prints. Every mother can choose according to her taste. Winter jacket mid-thigh with a zipper, long sleeves, pockets and drawstring at the hem and in the hood. There are knee length models.
Winter options are also presented with “three in one” models with inserts for pregnancy and baby wear - a jacket for a pregnant woman, then turning into a sling roll, and can be worn without inserts like a regular jacket.
Demi-season models are lightweight windbreakers with a removable slip-on insert, the so-called “transformers”. As in the winter version, it can be worn as a regular demi-season jacket. Such a jacket is not afraid of precipitation because it uses waterproof and waterproof fabric.
Separately, it should be noted jackets from fleece. The fleece "Echidna" slingokurt is multifunctional and comfortable to wear. It can be successfully used as a lining for the winter jacket. Fleece jackets are in demand all year round. Differs in softness and ease, practicality in leaving.
Reviews
Those who have acquired a baby slinger are unanimous in recognizing that this is the most practical and convenient way to carry a baby in cold weather, especially in Russia, where climatic conditions are much more severe than in warm countries.
Many young mothers have experienced all the advantages of slingokurtok, especially those models that provide for carrying the child not only vertically, but in the supine position.
The fact that the baby jacket allows you to move around the city, the neighborhood, the clinic and other places is easy and at ease. The kid feels comfortable and calm in one jacket with his mother.
In the care of the slingokurtki do not cause any problems. A raincoat covering and a polyester lining are easy to clean and wash, the insulation does not shrink and crumple.
Many mothers recommend to purchase such baby jackets to greatly facilitate movement with the baby.