Volunteer-led sessions where parents can try, hire, and learn to use baby slings safely - with friendly support from NCT volunteers

Message us directly via FB to https://www.facebook.com/WokySlingLibrary (https://www.facebook.com/WokySlingLibrary) or email us at: Sling.wokingham@nct.org.uk to arrange a hire!

HIRE PAYMENTS

Payments made by secure online card payments via a secure link sent directly by the sling librarians.

As of April 1st 2026, our fees will be -⭐️ All carriers will be £15 per 4 weeks☛ Refundable Deposit of £20 - to be returned on successful return of undamaged sling❗️ £1 per day overdue sling charge (if unarranged)

SLING HIRE INFORMATION

Wokingham NCT Branch Sling Rental. The hire of one sling/carrier for a period of 4 weeks as specified in the hire agreement & Terms and Conditions. (See below)

Costs:- 4 week hire £15 respectively (Inclusive of VAT) plus a refundable deposit of £20 re-paid electronically on return of undamaged sling/carrier to sling librarian.- Hire & deposit paid via secure card payment online

PLEASE NOTE: You will receive a secure payment link by e-mail or via Sumup machine and provided a link to sign Terms and Condtions of Hire. Your sling librarian will then inform you as to the next steps in the sling hire process. If you have any queries please e-mail sling.wokingham@nct.org.uk We also have a specific NCT Wokingham Sling library Facebook page where you can drop us a message.

NCT Terms & Conditions of Sling Hire

1. When using a hired baby sling, your child’s safety is your responsibility. Misuse can cause injury to the wearer and child. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are using the sling correctly and that your baby or child is safe at all times when using the sling.

2. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully and check for signs of wear and tear so as not to put your child at risk. Check;

• buckles are secure with no cracks, breaks or missing pieces.

• webbing and safety elastic is attached with no rips or frays.

• carrier stitching is secure, no rips, tears, holes or obvious wear and tear.

Signing this agreement means you have checked and confirmed that the sling is in

working order. If any damage is discovered, stop using the sling immediately and

contact us.

3. We suggest that, after familiarising yourself with the instructions given, you then practice using the sling with a doll/teddy or cushion/pillow so that you get used to the tying/fastening/adjusting methods. It is sensible to have another adult present on the first few occasions you put your child in the sling.

4. The hire rates are: all slings £15 for 4 weeks. A deposit is required, in the form of £20 via SumUp link. Should the sling be lost or damaged beyond normal wear and tear, the deposit will be banked to pay for a replacement.

5. Slings must be returned on time unless by prior agreement. We may be unable to extend a loan if we have a waiting list. Please note that it is your responsibility to return the sling to the library.

6. Deposits may be deducted if hires are returned late.

7. Please take good care of the sling and any instruction material or accessory that comes with your sling so that they can be used to help more parents in the future.

8. We ask that all slings are returned in a clean and usable condition but please do not wash the sling. If the sling becomes dirty please carefully spot clean using water and a soft cloth. Where spot cleaning is not possible please contact the sling library for further guidance.

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