shahoi you first come up with your base size which is usually size 6 for most moms. If you're 130lbs and under its a size 5, 180lbs plus is a 7. Your base will allow you to do most carries. My base is a 5 but I can wrap with a 7, it just means that I'll have a really long tail but I could easily wrap it around my waist an extra time and get a little more lumbar support and still have a nice tail.
I used an ergo at first, I loved the idea but it was SO hot and my back hurt. Then I got a tula... I love it! Much better on my back and it is cooler! Love seeing all the baby wearing here!
shahoi you first come up with your base size which is usually size 6 for most moms. If you're 130lbs and under its a size 5, 180lbs plus is a 7. Your base will allow you to do most carries. My base is a 5 but I can wrap with a 7, it just means that I'll have a really long tail but I could easily wrap it around my waist an extra time and get a little more lumbar support and still have a nice tail.
This. I'm 130 and went with the size 6, I have a little more tail but it's perfect for me. I have a Girasol woven wrap and adore it, it gets softer every time I wash it.
Is there a certain place you ladies like to order your woven wraps from? I'm really interested in getting one, but want to make sure it is good quality.
Is there a certain place you ladies like to order your woven wraps from? I'm really interested in getting one, but want to make sure it is good quality.
Depends how much you want to spend. Girasol is really good and really nice, there's also Natibaby, oscha, didymos, little frog, the list goes on n on. I would get a little frog because it's super affordable and very good quality and that way if it's not love at least you didn't spend a lot.
Is there a certain place you ladies like to order your woven wraps from? I'm really interested in getting one, but want to make sure it is good quality.
I've ordered all of mine online, but I'm in Canada and I've picked local sites. I've browsed wovenwraps.com though, tons of selection!
tiffbot is the k'tan easy to figure out? And how easy is nursing in it?
I just ordered one b/c although I really like the ergo, he hates the infant insert and I need a carrier for the trip next month and in hindsight it seems a touch big yet.
Yes I think the K'tan is super easy and convenient! I still carry DD in the newborn position because she likes it that way best, so far she's not generally too happy when I try the next position up. So I've never BFd her in it before, I just find her too big for the way it fits but now that BFing is well established and she doesn't have to be in a specific position to do it she kinda wiggled herself the right way and I was able to reach boob to mouth and it worked ok! I can see it being easier in other carriers (I also have a mei tei that I don't use yet), and I don't know if I'll do it often in the k'tan, but I'm glad to have been able to do it!
I really wanted to ringsling with DS but he is a chunk and even ssc like tula it's hard on my back to front carry. I have a feeling I wouldn't be a good wrapper either. But I'm curious about it. Are any of them more cool than others? Preferably something less expensive to try first
Post by sidneyvicious on Aug 3, 2015 0:51:56 GMT -5
Late to the party, but for those who mentioned back issues , I used my Lillebaby All Seasons SSC for a bunch of hiking this week, and I was amazed by how supportive it was. I also like to use it for shopping and housework. I use my Ktan Active for cuddling and putzing around and settling my little guy. My husband likes it too. We haven't graduated to more complicated wraps yet but are pretty happy with what we've got!
tiffbot is the k'tan easy to figure out? And how easy is nursing in it?
I just ordered one b/c although I really like the ergo, he hates the infant insert and I need a carrier for the trip next month and in hindsight it seems a touch big yet.
We stopped using the infant insert last week when LO hit close to 12 pounds. If it's a touch too big I recommend using a rolled up receiving blanket tucked at the bottom.
I don't recommend a Ktan for traveling. I would go w a carrier that is easier to take on and off. Like a boba or a ergo.
I use my Ktan for house parties, or around my own house
shahoi you first come up with your base size which is usually size 6 for most moms. If you're 130lbs and under its a size 5, 180lbs plus is a 7. Your base will allow you to do most carries. My base is a 5 but I can wrap with a 7, it just means that I'll have a really long tail but I could easily wrap it around my waist an extra time and get a little more lumbar support and still have a nice tail.
This. I'm 130 and went with the size 6, I have a little more tail but it's perfect for me. I have a Girasol woven wrap and adore it, it gets softer every time I wash it.
Where did you get your Girasol from? I talked with a mom the other day who had one, and it was so lovely!!
This. I'm 130 and went with the size 6, I have a little more tail but it's perfect for me. I have a Girasol woven wrap and adore it, it gets softer every time I wash it.
Where did you get your Girasol from? I talked with a mom the other day who had one, and it was so lovely!!
Pickletinkbaby.com
Be warned, they have a bunch of beautiful ones, I wanted them all!
Post by carolyngrace on Aug 14, 2015 12:08:39 GMT -5
Flick, I missed that pic of your SO wearing DB earlier. It is so adorable. DH told me he thought wearing DB on our walk yesterday would be emasculating. Which was shocking to me because he's never been a "guy's guy". I think it might be because he's one of the few white dudes in our neighborhood? But either way I thought it was stupid.
Flick, I missed that pic of your SO wearing DB earlier. It is so adorable. DH told me he thought wearing DB on our walk yesterday would be emasculating. Which was shocking to me because he's never been a "guy's guy". I think it might be because he's one of the few white dudes in our neighborhood? But either way I thought it was stupid.
I never thought H would baby wear because I swore that he would think the same thing. While I am the primary baby wearer because I love having V close to me, H has volunteered to wear him several times, and was actually the first one to use our carrier. I am the only one who has used the Moby, though.
Hm, maybe he'd be more inclined to wear him if we had one designed more like a backpack. I pretty much only use the Moby at this point.
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