new babies: with sling folded in half edge-to-edge, make a cozy hammock for your babe - place her bottom first between the layers.

wee-ones: after baby gains head control, try sitting him up in the sling where he can see the world. Fabric remains folded edge-to-edge with baby in the envelope between the layers.

hip-huggers: (6 months to toddler) your bigger baby will ride in comfort and style at your side. Unfold the fabric and bring the lower seam to the back of her knees.