Serenity Supplies


Ethical products for your parenting journey


Choose the right sling with expert support from a qualified Sling Consultant (School of Babywearing) Hire a sling for just £5.00.


Book a 1 to 1 consultation or group workshop (4-6 people) anywhere in Gloucestershire


Browse and buy online or look out for free local events on our website.


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Which car seat?


Understanding which car seat is right for your baby or toddler can be a daunting task! Our guidance below should help you choose the right seat for your baby & older siblings too.


• By law children have to use an appropriate seat up until they are 12 or they are 1metre 35cm in height. The seat should be appropriate to the child’s height and weight as age is not an accurate guide. Not all child seats fit all cars so always go to a retailer where you can ‘Try Before You Buy’. Avoid second hand seats, as they could have already been involved in an accident.


Type Rearward - facing Baby seats


Forward - facing Child seats Booster seats and cushions Booster seats and cushions


Stage 1


2 3 4


• Never fit a rear-facing baby seat with an active airbag. In a crash at 30mph an unrestrained child would be thrown forward with a force 30 to 60 times its own weight.


• Follow the instructions for your child car seat carefully and keep the instructions safe - you may not be the only person who has to fit the seat. Check the seat is tightly fitted before every journey.


Group


Group 0 and Group 0+


Group 1 Group 2 Group 3


Weight (approx age)


Up to 10kg (birth to 6-9 mths) Up to 13kg (birth to 12-15 mths)


9 – 18kg (9 mths – 4 yrs) 15 – 25kg (4 - 6 yrs) 22 – 36kg (6 – 11 yrs)


For information & advice visit www.childcarseats.org.uk Small Steps 9


Carrying your baby...


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abies love the feeling of being close to you; your warmth, familiar scent and gentle movement is soothing and can reduce symptoms of colic and reflux and aid sleep.


Carrying your baby in a good quality sling protects their spine, hips and cranium from stresses in early life and supports bonding and breastfeeding. Choosing the right sling can make all the difference to comfortably carrying your baby and enjoying time together with your hands free.


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