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In our super soft, eco-friendly bamboo and linen ring slings.
Always made with lots of love and extra sleepy dust!
Hi I’m Anne the Founder of Nalakai and a mom of two.
Babywearing is such a beautiful, ancient tradition. Wearing your baby close to your heart creates a deep sense comfort and an unshakeable bond that you and your baby will share forever. We’ve adapted this tradition for modern times and make eco-friendly, beautiful, soft and stylish ring slings that you will cherish for years.
Nalakai is all about families, named after my two children, Kai and Nala. I am so passionate about babywearing, and I hope you will be too!
You know how so often newborns will ONLY fall asleep if they are in mother’s arms? Babies are born with the instinct to stay close their mothers. They feel safe and secure when they are snuggled up against mom (or Dad or a grandparent) and they can feel their heartbeat.
Nalakai ring slings are so soft, lightweight and easy to use. This means they’re perfect for wearing around the house (as well as out on walks and adventures).
Wearing your baby in a Nalakai ring sling will help them cry less and sleep more. Babies feel much less stress when they are being held or carried. Slinging your baby also relieves pain caused by colic and gas because your baby’s tummy is massaged as you move when they’re in the sling.
Slinging your baby even counts for tummy time! It’s the perfect way to strengthen baby’s neck if they hate tummy time.
Our gorgeous fabric is what really sets Nalakai ring slings apart from the rest. All of our ring slings are made from a custom, woven blend of bamboo and linen fabrics. This fabric is made just for Nalakai. This beautiful fabric is luxuriously soft, eco-friendly and super-strong to keep your baby safe!
Pure linen ring slings are stiff and scratchy. Your Nalakai bamboo-blend sling will arrive blanket-soft right out of the bag. The woven fabric is incredibly strong and has just the tiniest amount of stretch to keep you and your baby ultra-comfortable. Our slings are built to last and many of our happy customers use their sling with their first, then second and even third babies!
Linen is known to be the world’s strongest natural fiber. It lasts a very long time and will never stretch or lose its shape. This makes it the perfect material for a baby carrier.
Our ring slings are 100% vegan. We use natural fabric and dyes and the logo patch on the pocket is made from vegan leather.
Your Nalakai sling will arrive folded inside a super cute cotton re-usable carry bag. You can use this bag to store your sling. My kids love to use them as little backpacks and I fill mine with skincare products when I’m traveling.
I started making ring slings because I live near the beach in Costa Rica. It is HOT here all year around! I tried structured carriers and stretchy wraps and my son Kai would overheat and my shirts would be soaked through with sweat!
I love slings because they are so lightweight and easy to put on with one hand, perfect for moms out on the go. I decided to make our slings from bamboo and linen because this fabric is so light and breathable, while also being very strong and soft.
Nalakai ring slings will keep you and your baby cool and dry in the summer and warm and toasty in the winter.
You will love how beautiful and stylish you feel while wearing your ring sling. I know that mom life isn’t always glamorous, but you’ll feel great stepping out the door in one of our stylish slings. We make them in so many beautiful colors, so you can dress up any outfit (yours or your baby’s!) and the ring slings won’t wrinkle your clothes nearly as much as other types of carriers.
As a mom myself, I always put safety first. All of our ring slings comply with the CPSIA 2008 regulations and the ASTM Standards for ring slings.
We are proud members of the Baby Carriers Industry Alliance, and ring slings are certified as safe for optimal hip development by the International HipDysplasia Institute.
I KNOW as a busy parent that you do not have time to hand wash! Nalakai slings are all machine washable. Just wash on the gentle cycle and hang to dry.
Our goal is to provide the highest quality carriers made from the best fabrics that are both stylish and functional. We are totally committed to providing our customers with a wonderful experience and the best customer service.
Hope was named by our Instagram followers and we are obsessed! I wanted to make a rainbow ring sling to celebrate all of the beautiful rainbow babies and the incredible families who never gave up hope. This sling is also extra special to me because my kids absolutely love rainbows, who doesn't?!
The ring sling has a cream background and subtle rainbow stripes. We've paired our bamboo and linen fabric with beautiful rose gold rings. Hope will make you smile every time you see it!
Wearing your baby close to your heart in our ring slings gives your little one a deep sense of trust & belonging. Even a colicky baby will be soothed quickly to sleep as you carry them. Carried babies cry less and learn more!
Unlike backpack and wrap carriers, Nalakai slings (or Pura Vida Slings) are super easy to put on and off, with no buckles or ties. They are so soft and lightweight, perfect to wear around the house while you work, get things done or have your hands free to play with your other kids.
Hope was named by our Instagram followers and we are obsessed! I wanted to make a rainbow ring sling to celebrate all of the beautiful rainbow babies and the incredible families who never gave up hope. This sling is also extra special to me because my kids absolutely love rainbows, who doesn't?!
The ring sling has a cream background and subtle rainbow stripes. We've paired our bamboo and linen fabric with beautiful rose gold rings. Hope will make you smile every time you see it!
Wearing your baby close to your heart in our ring slings gives your little one a deep sense of trust & belonging. Even a colicky baby will be soothed quickly to sleep as you carry them. Carried babies cry less and learn more!
Unlike backpack and wrap carriers, Nalakai slings (or Pura Vida Slings) are super easy to put on and off, with no buckles or ties. They are so soft and lightweight, perfect to wear around the house while you work, get things done or have your hands free to play with your other kids.
Your little one will feel so safe and secure gently cradled against your chest. You will love being able to spend the extra time all cuddled up to your baby.
We are always here to support you on your babywearing journey. We have video tutorials showing you how easy it is to use the sling, how to nurse your baby in the sling and how to provide head support for newborns.
Helps create a bond of trust & belonging – a great way for fathers and grandparents to bond with babies too!
Easily adjustable to achieve just the right support.
Comfortable to wear inside and outdoors, so you can always keep your baby snuggled up close to you wherever you go.
The warmth from your body will help baby drift to sleep and relieve colic.
The soft bamboo & breathable linen material is airy and comfortable.
Long and luxurious tail fabric means the ring sling will fit everyone, from petite to plus size.
Our gorgeous fabric is what really sets Nalakai ring slings apart from the rest. The slings are made from a custom, woven blend of bamboo and linen fabrics. This fabric is made just for Nalakai. This beautiful fabric is luxuriously soft, eco-friendly and super-strong to keep your baby safe!
Nalakai slings are lightweight and so easy and quick to put on. You and your baby will stay much cooler in a sling than you would in a wrap or structured carrier. They’re perfect for wearing your baby around the house!
It has always been so important for me to stay true to real mom life and connected to my customers.
That is why we never use professional models. Every photo you see is of real mothers with their babies and we never airbrush. Nalakai is made by moms for moms, just like you.
You asked and we delivered! We love our beautiful plus size mamas! We are so happy to offer our longer length slings at 85 inches so all mothers can babywear comfortably.
Our longer length slings are also perfect for babywearing dads! Wearing the baby in a sling is the perfect way for fathers to bond with their new babies.
I absolutely love this sling and I wear it daily. I tried the moby and another just like that one and didn’t like it. This sling is so comfortable and pretty, I get compliments on it all the time! My baby has used it since she was about two months old. She’s four months old and still loves it so much. She was pretty colicky and could/can always be calmed when I wear her in this sling. I’m able to do work around the house, eat, socialize etc. and she just sleeps like a log or stares out at the works happily :) I am going to purchase another color because I use it so much it tends to get dirty, however I just pop it in the washer and let it hang dry. Why haven’t you bought this yet?!
JAMIE
I absolutely enjoy using this ring sling. It’s soft and durable. I get compliments all the time and I love sharing about how much I love it in hopes it will help someone else. When out and about it makes it so much easier to handle both my 4 mos old and 2yr old at the same time. My baby loves this sling, no more fussy baby, she falls asleep on her own. My baby is 15 lbs and the weight is distributed in a comfortable way across my back. One thing people ask me is if it’s secure...yes most definitely secure.
LANI
My baby loves this carrier, so I do, too. We have a structured carrier that is more comfortable for me to wear, but that she dislikes. This carrier is soft, secure, and allows baby to see the world while still facing me (which seems more a comfortable and natural position for her). It’s cool and breathable, and the material is soft. (My baby tends to get too warm, but we have not had this problem even in humid weather).
SPOONY C.
I have a lillebaby ring sling, lillebaby 6 in 1, Tula carrier, Kelty, ergo, and a water ring sling. I can tell you this is my favorite! It is light weight and easy to pack into any diaper bag. I LOVE the feel of it. It is hot here, and Washington people don’t have AC so this has been so nice compared to my other carriers. This is my first ring sling except the water mesh one, and this is making me want to buy all the ring slings they have! I want ALL the colors! I am so glad another mamma I follow on Instagram talked about these! I have three kids and need to be able to be hands free. This just works amazingly!
MICHELLE
When I got pregnant with my fifth, I was really concerned I would struggle maintaining my business from home. I KNOW how hard taking care of babies can be because I’d already done it four other times! After the newborn honeymoon wore off (the first 2 weeks), my baby was starting to cry more and struggled sleeping as much. Then came along this sling and it has been a lifesaver! This is THE most needed baby item- and I’ve had a lot with five babies! My baby will be fussing and then I put her in this and she instantly calms down. She always falls asleep when I put her in and she STAYS asleep. It’s easy to use, super comfortable, and so easy for me to do anything around the house with it on. I’m happier, she’s happier, everyone else in the house is happier. Research the benefits of wearing your baby and start doing it!
MAEBAND
How long should I wait after my baby is born to use the sling?
You can start wearing your baby right away! Newborns love ring slings, because the carry position is just like being in the womb. I prefer to wear smaller babies with their legs inside of the sling. You can watch our video tutorials to help you get started.
Do the slings provide head support for newborns?
Yes they do! I made a video called Newborn Tips and Tricks where I show you how to tuck the tail fabric into the top of the sling to give a nice soft pillow for your newborn. Your baby can sleep comfortably for hours in the sling this way!
What is the weight limit?
Our slings work best for babies from 8-35lb. My 3 year old daughter Nala still loves to be carried in her sling when she wants a little extra cuddle time!
Are ring slings difficult to use?
Not at all! Slings do take a little practice at first. But once you find your perfect position, they are so easy and quick to put on. We have several tutorials to help you get started. When you are new to ring slings, we recommend putting your baby in the sling in front of the mirror. I find it really helps when you can see what you’re doing.
What are the rings made out of?
All of our slings are made with premium, un-welded aluminium rings. They are super strong and smooth all the way around, so they won’t break and or catch on fabric and are totally baby-safe. The rings are painted with a non-toxic, lead free paint that has been independently tested for safety.
How long are the standard length slings and the longer length slings?
Our standard length slings are 74 inches long and our longer slings are 85 inches long.
We recommend the longer length for women over 6 feet, fathers who are taller and broad and also for beautiful plus size mamas who wear size 20 or above.
Can I customize the ring color?
We cannot customize ring colors at this time. In order to keep our every-day prices as low as we can for you, we place large orders to keep costs down. However, each sling comes with gorgeous color rings hand selected by me.
Do all of the slings come with a pocket?
Yes they do! The pocket at the bottom of the sling is so handy, its perfect for cell phones and pacifiers.
Is this product eco-friendly?
Every Nalakai and Nalakai Naturals product is eco-friendly and made in the most sustainable way possible. Our fabric is sustainably grown, we use natural dyes and our packaging is reusable.
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