Thames Valley Sling Babies

Christmas Slingmeet: Tuesday, 13th December at Battle Library

waggermama — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:18:59 +0000

We’ve changed the date for the December slingmeet and nappuccino to the 13th as many of Reading’s schools will be breaking up on the 20th.

So we’d like to invite you all to a Christmas meet, with mince pies and mulled wine.

I should also mention that the incomparable Marjorie (our librarian) is retiring at the end of this year, so we would like to say thank you to her for all her help and support.

Merry Christmas,

Maria & Miranda

Slingmeet tomorrow!

waggermama — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:12:55 +0000

Reading Slingmeet & Nappuccino: Tuesday, 15 November at 11am @ Battle Library

We’re back, we’ll be at the library from 11am til about 1pm, hope to see you there.

PS if someone could put this on Facebook, I’d be truly grateful.

CANCELLED Reading Slingmeet on Tuesday, 18 October 2011

waggermama — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 08:38:04 +0000

Unfortunately, I am having to cancel today’s slingmeet due to illness. The next meet will be on Tuesday, 15 November. Hope to see you then.

Maria xxx

New dates for Slingmeet

waggermama — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:46:48 +0000

We’ve had some feedback about our Battle Library Slingmeet and have changed the date to the third Tuesday of the month. So for the summer we will meet on Tuesday, 19th July and Tuesday, 16th August.

Also, Miranda from Twinkle on the Web has joined us to provide information and advice on reusable nappies and the cash back schemes you can use through your local council.

We hope to see you there.

Changes to sling hire

waggermama — Tue, 10 May 2011 08:41:48 +0000

We have decided to simplify the sling hire rates and deposits. From today there is a monthly fee of £5 per sling hired and a refundable deposit of £40 (either cash or cheque).

All monies go towards updating the library and if anybody has any requests or suggestions, please do email us.

Slingmeets in May

waggermama — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 09:36:28 +0000

We’ve got a couple of Slingmeets lined up for May.

Firstly, with the beautiful weather we’ve been having Claire has arranged a meet at Beale Park for Friday, 6 May from 11am.

Beale Park is a lovely children’s animal park, with some great play areas, a train ride and lots to see (the raccoons and skunks being my favourite).

There is an admission charge for adults and children over the age of 2 yrs, it’s well worth bringing a picnic, tho there is a cafe AND if it’s hot bring swimming costumes and sunscreen for the children as the paddling pool is hard to resist.

Secondly, we will be having our usual meet at Battle Library on Tuesday, 10 May from 11am. I will be running both the meet and the library, so I’d ask everyone with any experience to pitch in and help.

Look forward to seeing you, Maria xxx

Sling your pram – Nursery World Blog

waggermama — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:38:52 +0000

A lovely article about the positive benefits of babywearing

http://blog.nurseryworld.co.uk/2011/04/18/sling-your-pram/

Finally!

waggermama — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 12:15:09 +0000

We have a Close Baby Carrier. This Stretchy hybrid is a great gateway sling for parents who want the closeness of a Stretchy wrap without all the fabric.

Another plus is its availability, they can be purchased in John Lewis, as well as online.

Back carries: stretchy wrap vs. woven wrap

waggermama — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 08:39:46 +0000

New Slingwalk in Thatcham

waggermama — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 21:57:55 +0000

at the Natural Discovery Centre, Muddy Lane, Thatcham RG19 3FU on Wednesday, 23rd of March

http://www.westberks.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=3791

We’ll be there from 10.30 and some of the sling library will be there too.