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Welcome to Snugglebugs Dorset sling library lending site!

Create a free account to browse our selection of slings and accessories that are available for hire.

Get in contact with us, or book online if you would like to try any of the options we have available, hire an item, or if you have any questions.

When you have an appointment with us or hire from the sling library you are then able to access extra discounts on many of the brands should you decide to purchase one from new. You will see further details of these discounts on many of the item pages.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Beth and Dan


Postal hire

We now offer postal hire for all of the items in the sling library!

  • Simply select the items you want to hire and book a reservation for them, choosing the delivery option.
  • Make sure you allow at least 3 working days between the day you make the reservation and the day it starts to allow for posting.
  • The hire period will start on the day it is marked as delivered.
  • Enjoy using your hire and then post your hired items back to us to arrive on the due date or within one working day as late carriers will be charged £2 per day late fees.
  • Carriers should be returned to: Snugglebugs Dorset, 8 Greystoke Avenue, Bournemouth, BH11 9NL

Loans will be posted out using Royal Mail Tracked 24 (£4.80), although they can be sent with Guaranteed next day delivery for an additional fee of £11.25 (to bring the total post cost to £16.05) if requested.

When returning the carrier via post you are responsible for it until it arrives. For this reason, we recommend you send with a Signed For or Tracked service. 'Royal Mail Signed For' insures carriers up to the value of £50, 'Royal Mail Tracked' insures carriers up to the value of £150, 'Royal Mail Special Delivery' insures carriers up to £750. Please retain proof of postage until the carrier has been confirmed as safely received. 


FAQ's

How much does it cost to hire a sling?

£7 a week.

How much is the newborn hire scheme?

£15 for 12 weeks hire of a stretchy wrap or Close Caboo, with video tutorials and fit check support via WhatApp or at one of our events included.

How do I sign up for the newborn hire scheme?

Click on the Newborn Hire Scheme category and choose which carrier you would like to hire. Reserve it from the date you would like to collect it. On the day you collect it, I will send you an access code to the video tutorials.

Can I save on postage if I hire two carriers?

Yes. If required we can often post 2 carriers out together under one postal hire fee, but this will vary depending on the type of item loaned.

Where do I return the sling at the end of my hire?

Returns can be made on or before the due date to several agreed locations;
Sarah May Animal Assisted Therapy, Ashley, BH25 (Lock box)
Snugglebugs Dorset home, 8 Greystoke Avenue, Bearwood, Bournemouth, BH11 9NL(Lock box)
Slades Park Cafe during our sling walk on the 1st Monday of the month at 10am, BH10
Ashley Family Hub, New Milton during our monthly pop-up event, New Milton, BH25 (3rd Monday of the month 1:15-2:30)
 
Please contact us if you require full address details and access codes for either lock box.

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