Babywearing Educational Blog

Guide to Buying a Woven Wrap

By: wrappingrachel May 5, 2019May 6, 2019

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If you have been loving your stretchy wrap or ring sing, you would likely also really love a woven wrap. Woven wraps are incredibly versatile and work beautifully with the tiniest newborn and the biggest pre-schooler! It’s really one carrier that can last you through all of your babywearing days. This guide to buying a…

Poppin’s Hip Carry Photo-Tutorial

By: wrappingrachel March 30, 2019March 30, 2019

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Poppin’s hip carry took me ages to learn. I kept trying it over and over and got the same result . . . . a saggy carry that didn’t feel quite secure. I have learned one thing about wrapping over the years though, and that is when I really dislike a carry, it’s usually because…

Babywearing Benefits: Why Do You Need a Baby Carrier?

By: wrappingrachel March 16, 2019May 6, 2019

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If there’s one thing you should definitely buy to prepare for your new baby, it’s a baby carrier! Carrying your baby in a baby carrier (or babywearing) has so many benefits for both you and your baby. Being in the arms or the carrier of a loving caregiver is the best place for baby! Using…

How to Use a Stretchy Wrap with a Toddler

By: wrappingrachel March 9, 2019March 7, 2019

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A stretchy wrap can work really well with a toddler or older baby. Some people say that a stretchy wrap only works for the newborn stage, but this is a myth! Stretchy wraps are especially lovely in the newborn stage, but they can be cozy, snuggly, and comfortable with a toddler or older baby too!…

A meh dai front carry with shoulder straps tied under the baby's bottom

Meh Dai Troubleshooting: 8 tips for a more comfortable and secure carry

By: wrappingrachel March 2, 2019February 27, 2019

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A meh dai is a wonderful carrier! A meh dai can do a quick, comfortable, and easy front, hip, or back carry. However, sometimes it can take some time to learn to use. If your meh dai doesn’t feel quite comfortable or secure, don’t give up! With a little practice and some troubleshooting, you will…

Photo-Tutorial: Newborn Front Carry in a Meh Dai

By: wrappingrachel February 23, 2019February 22, 2019

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A meh dai can do a wonderfully comfortable and secure carry with a newborn! A meh dai is a baby carrier that has a panel to support the baby, two short straps (which are for your waist) and two long straps (which are for your shoulders). It’s quick and easy to use. This photo-tutorial will…

Winter Babywearing Bucket List: Ten Activities to do with your Baby this Winter

By: wrappingrachel February 16, 2019February 12, 2019

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Have the winter blahs? Feeling cooped up and ready for spring? Winter months are so long and hard, especially February. It’s the month that feels the longest, even though it’s the shortest! I decided to put together a list of fun activities you can do during winter with your worn baby or toddler! There’s only…

Breastfeeding in a Ring Sling

By: wrappingrachel February 9, 2019February 7, 2019

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This post will discuss the benefits of using a sling to breastfeed and help you learn how to breastfeed in your sling, both in an upright position and a semi-reclined cross cradle hold.

Babywearing Retailer Directory

By: wrappingrachel February 2, 2019February 1, 2019

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If you’re looking to purchase a baby carrier, consider purchasing from a small business. In this retailer directory, you can find small businesses that focus on babywearing and baby carriers. These babywearing retailers will carry a variety of original and unique babywearing products. Shopping with a small business supports local economy and helps local communities…

Five Babywearing Experts Share Tips for Learning Back Carries with a Woven Wrap

By: wrappingrachel January 26, 2019January 26, 2019

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Learning to back wrap with a woven wrap can take some time, especially if you are learning on your own at home. It’s much easier to learn in-person with a babywearing educator, but not everyone has a babywearing group or educator near them. I asked five amazing babywearing educators to answer this question: What advice…

How to do Back Carries in a Woven Wrap

By: wrappingrachel January 19, 2019January 18, 2019

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Woven wraps are beautiful and versatile! You can do a ton of different carries with woven wraps! This post includes resources for learning back carries in your woven wrap. They are organized by the size wrap that they need. If You are New To Wrapping: If you are a woven wrap beginner, start with this…

Stretchy Wrap Troubleshooting: Six simple adjustments for a more comfortable and secure carry

By: wrappingrachel January 12, 2019January 10, 2019

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If you have a stretchy wrap you’ve been using and it doesn’t feel quite right, this post is for you! A lot of times a simple adjustment makes a big difference! I’ll go through the six most common problems that I see when I work with caregivers who are having trouble with their stretchy wrap.…

Woven Wrap Carries by Size

By: wrappingrachel January 5, 2019January 14, 2019

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Learn to use any size wrap with this series of wrapping blog posts! This post will explain how to find your woven wrap “base size,” what “base size” means, and how to figure out what carries you can likely do with any size wrap. The post also links to all of my woven wrap carries…

Ring Sling Troubleshooting: Seven tips for a secure and comfortable carry

By: wrappingrachel December 29, 2018January 3, 2019

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Ring slings are wonderful! They’re comfortable, quick to use, small, and can be tossed into a bag easily. However, sometimes there’s a bit of a learning curve! If you find that your ring sling is uncomfortable or doesn’t feel quite secure, don’t give up! With a little practice and some ring sling troubleshooting, you’ll really…

Breastfeeding in a Stretchy Wrap

By: wrappingrachel December 22, 2018January 17, 2019

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A common question I get is “how can I breastfeed in my stretchy wrap?” It’s super freeing to be able to breastfeed in a stretchy wrap (like a Moby, Boba, Solly, Happy Baby, etc)! This post will show you how to breastfeed your baby easily while wearing stretchy wrap, both by taking the baby out…

Using your Baby Carrier as a Tool for Kangaroo Care

By: wrappingrachel December 15, 2018December 13, 2018

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This post will discuss the benefits of kangaroo care, how to use your carrier as a tool for kangaroo care, and types of baby carriers that work especially well for kangaroo care.

How to Use a Baby K’tan Carrier

By: wrappingrachel December 8, 2018January 20, 2019

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Do you have a baby K’tan carrier that you’d like to learn to use? It looks simple to use, like you can just pop it on and it will magically be perfect. It is pretty easy to use, but just like all baby carriers, it can take a little practice to get just right. This…

Photo-Tutorial: How to Use a Baby K’Tan Carrier

By: wrappingrachel December 2, 2018December 5, 2018

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This photo-tutorial shows how to use a Baby K’Tan Carrier. A K’Tan is a type of stretchy wrap with two big loops of fabric and a sash. It feels a lot like a stretchy wrap, but without the long fabric to wrap. When you first pull it out of the box, it can seem confusing.…

Troubleshooting your Soft Structured Carrier: Fit Check and 5 Comfort Tips

By: wrappingrachel November 27, 2018December 5, 2018

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Small adjustments can make a big difference in how your soft structured carrier feels for you and for baby!

Fall Babywearing: Staying Warm in Chilly Weather

By: wrappingrachel November 19, 2018December 6, 2018

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Fall is the absolute best season for babywearing! The weather is crisp and cool. There are forest hikes to take, shopping trips to do, and fun visits with friends and family. Babywearing makes it easy to keep your baby cozy and warm on chilly days and keeps baby close to you where you can talk…

Babywearing Educational Blog

Ring Sling Troubleshooting: Seven tips for a secure and comfortable carry

Troubleshooting your Soft Structured Carrier: Fit Check and 5 Comfort Tips

Fall Babywearing: Staying Warm in Chilly Weather

Poppable Woven Wrap Carries for Rainy, Cold Days

Positioning your Newborn Baby in a Baby Carrier

How to do Back Carries in a Woven Wrap (for beginners)

Positioning your Older Baby or Toddler in your Baby Carrier

Wrap Pass Glossary

Using your Carrier

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Guide to Buying a Woven Wrap

Poppin’s Hip Carry Photo-Tutorial

Babywearing Benefits: Why Do You Need a Baby Carrier?

How to Use a Stretchy Wrap with a Toddler

Meh Dai Troubleshooting: 8 tips for a more comfortable and secure carry

Photo-Tutorial: Newborn Front Carry in a Meh Dai

Winter Babywearing Bucket List: Ten Activities to do with your Baby this Winter

Breastfeeding in a Ring Sling

Babywearing Retailer Directory

Five Babywearing Experts Share Tips for Learning Back Carries with a Woven Wrap

How to do Back Carries in a Woven Wrap

Stretchy Wrap Troubleshooting: Six simple adjustments for a more comfortable and secure carry

Woven Wrap Carries by Size

Ring Sling Troubleshooting: Seven tips for a secure and comfortable carry

Breastfeeding in a Stretchy Wrap

Using your Baby Carrier as a Tool for Kangaroo Care

How to Use a Baby K’tan Carrier

Photo-Tutorial: How to Use a Baby K’Tan Carrier

Troubleshooting your Soft Structured Carrier: Fit Check and 5 Comfort Tips

Fall Babywearing: Staying Warm in Chilly Weather