Made of stretchy fabric, it can securely hold newborns. It's lightweight, so I always had it on my shoulder at home and would put the baby in it like a kangaroo when they cried. It becomes compact, so it was useful to have as a safety net in the stroller when going out. - Color: Khaki - Design: Sling - Material: Cotton The box and instruction manual are not included. The material itself is durable, so I couldn't find any scratches, scuffs, stretching, or stains, although this is a personal inspection. * No smokers or pets * Please understand that this is stored at home.