Abstract: A child sling is disclosed that may be used to hold and carry a child. The child sling includes a harness that is sized to encircle an adult person and a child. The harness is designed such that it holds the child proximate to the person's waist. The harness is usually made of a cloth or fabric material. The child sling also has a first strap and a second strap that are attached to the harness. A latch is also added to connect the first strap and the second strap. The child sling may also be designed such that when the sling encircles the person and a child, no portion of the child sling contacts the person's shoulders. Additionally, the child sling may also be designed such that when the sling encircles a person and a child, the sling holds the child proximate the person's waist without the use of shoulder straps.