05/01/2026
😁 RESULTS TIME! 😁
Well yesterday was fun, my phone was blowing up all day! A huge response from everyone, but I expected most of the answers.
This just proves that it's not always easy, especially if you don't know the full story. And angles can be very deceiving!
A reason why it's important not to listen to replies when you have only posted one picture.
👀I hope this has opened your eyes about how replying to fit checks can be when you don't know the sling, carrier or have more info.
1️⃣ Most comments asked about the passes and were correct. A part many people forget is spreading each pass fully.
2️⃣ With the harness carrier, everyone was focused on the legs, and saying it was set in the facing out position. This carrier has two settings at the base, the wider setting would be too wide for this 'baby'
The issue is this carrier hasn't been secured as it's been passed from a friend with no instructions.
3️⃣ The one with rib pain. Some people thought baby's arms were too low. It was missed that they had tucked baby's legs in the waistband. Something that's incorrect and outdated but still shown by some brands.
4️⃣ I threw this one in to make you think. Sometimes someone actually nails a safe carry the first time. But everyone just looks for things to be wrong and start with negativity which can put people off carrying. This is a fully fitted safe carry.
5️⃣ The preschool, mentioning the waistband and pelvic tilt. But noone knew the toddler had short legs and was too small for the carrier width. Most of the time just because your child is in the age range doesn't mean they will fit.
6️⃣ Noone guessed the issue with the ffo. Again look at the angles and loose waistband. A main step most people miss and end up with pain and slumping.
7️⃣ Another one to confuse you, this carrier has been fully extended to fit a toddler. It's got extra additional leg panels. It's fitting knee to knee and fully up the back. There are no issues with this carry.
8️⃣ The ring sling, I made this one hard. Everything else was set perfectly, but a common issue is overtightening the bottom hem and a wonky inner leg. A few people asked about the leg ;)
9️⃣ A few people mentioned the cross straps needed, but the poster thought they had crossed the tails. This is why clear tutorials are important and reading instructions.
👉These are all common issues I see regularly or have seen in the past. A parent may think they are doing everything, but something small can make a huge difference to the fit and safety.
😘If you are unsure about the fit of your sling or carrier, please get in touch. I offer fitchecks for just £10 to ensure you and wee one are safe and keep you away from 'the groups'.
https://www.coorieinwithlove.co.uk/service-page/fitcheck-session?referral=service_list_widget
Has this helped? What one shocked you most?
Laurna xx
