There's little more useful in either attachment parenting or just "I'm happy to snuggle/carry the kid but I need my hands free" parenting than a sturdy sling. But functional doesn't have to mean boring, as this assortment of slings at Sweet Fletcher Designs proves. Each sling is available in four sizes and will cost you just $60 (and they take Paypal). There are nearly a dozen gorgeous patterns in cotton from which to choose; plus each one reverses to a solid color, too. That way you can coordinate with everything. Or convince dad to wear the baby.
The dad pictured above is clearly annoyed that he forgot to reverse the sling before loading up Junior. Or maybe he's just embarrassed that he forgot to brush his hair.
