The Birth Sling

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A game changer for active birth positioning. The Birth Sling allows you to labor while upright and active with ease. By providing much needed support to do exercises to help you. 

Exercise has the following benefits according to Mayo clinic:
 
Reduce backaches
Reduce constipation
Reduce bloating
Reduce swelling
Boost your mood and energy levels
Improve sleep
Prevent excess weight gain
Promote muscle tone
Reduced Risk of having c-section
Lower risk of gestational diabetesShortened Labor
 
and TheBirthSling is an incredeble tool to facilitate exercise during your pregnancy. 

Learn about exercises here: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VaV51V2w3g


Is it ok to exercise during pregnancy?
Consult a physician or health care provider for your individual recommendation.

What is the load bearing capacity?
Answer: 200kg.

How do I hang The Birth Sling?
The Birth Sling comes with two hanging options.
The door anchor – which can be used with most standard doors.
The beam or Branch anchor – This allows you to hang The Birth Sling over any exposed beam, through a ceiling mount (sold separately) or over a sturdy tree branch for those that would like to labour outside.

Am I an appropriate candidate for The Birth Sling?
It is recommended that anyone using The Birth Sling must:Have a steady gaitAble to call for assistance if neededBe able to support herself without injury

What is The Birth Sling made out of ?
Nylon Tricot fabric
 
Any contraindications for use of The Birth Sling?
Ruptured membranes without engagement of fetal headUnstable blood pressure, balance and/or mentation Any condition requiring bedrest

How do I wash the Birth Sling?
The Birth Sling is recommended to be washed in low-temperature machine or hand wash using modern laundry detergents (i.e. Ecolab Flexylite & Advacare or equivalent) that are able to produce hygienically clean laundry without the presence of chlorine bleach. Using a laundry bag is also recommended to ensure the hardware doesn’t become tangled and/or damaged.The Birth Sling should be air dried. Birth slings that are grossly contaminated with blood or bodily fluids should be discarded and considered biohazard waste regardless of persons infectious status. Grossly contaminated: saturated, dripping, caked with blood or bodily fluid, has the potential to release blood or other potentially infectious materials if compressed, or can flake off during handling.