Lets see you babywearing !

[mommax3]

https://wovenwraps.com/rae-summer-weight-with-fringe-p-424.html
wanted to see what you pros thought about this one for being my first summer wrap, I have a strechy wrap now but its no good for wearing my little girl on my back (she is a pork chop) Do you think this is sturdy enough even though it's light weight? thank you in advance

 

[katerdid]

Ellaroo would be a great woven for summer. They are lightweight and airy.
(pretty please don't try a stretchy wrap on your back!! it's not safe - no matter what weight they are!!)

 

[sun]

https://wovenwraps.com/rae-summer-weight-with-fringe-p-424.html
wanted to see what you pros thought about this one for being my first summer wrap, I have a strechy wrap now but its no good for wearing my little girl on my back (she is a pork chop) Do you think this is sturdy enough even though it's light weight? thank you in advance

Ellaroos are very light - perfect for summer! You just need to wrap carefully - because they are so thin you can get pressure points and it can be less comfy than cushier wraps.

 

[mommax3]

Thanks for being so informative, I never did wear her on my back cause she was so little and I was nervous and now that she is old enough I felt like she was to heavy glad I listened to my inner gut sun your wrap is beautiful! btw

 

[sun]

My LO is a huge chunk (almost 18lbs already omg!) and it's so much better having her on my back. She was getting big on the front so hurt my shoulders more, but also I have my hands free to play with/pick up my son and I don't worry about tripping over his toys all the time because I can't see my feet!

 

[nypage1981]

OMG Mommax- I was just debating on an Ellaroo on FSOT on TBW because in this thread Hot tea suggested it I believe for light summer wrapping. It is $80.00 on there and this exact Larue one. How crazy!

So then since it causes pressure points, requiring some careful wrapping, does it seem this wrap wouldn't be good for a first timer?

Sun- mine was 18 lbs at 4 months also!

 

[mommax3]

ok im a little slow today what is fsot? I was just wondering the same thing about the pressure points and being a first timmer.

 

[Elphaba]

FSOT is For Sale or Trade. So basically people looking to sell or trade slings they don't want anymore.

 

[katerdid]

I was just wondering the same thing about the pressure points and being a first timmer.

The thing with gauze and lightweight wovens like an Ellaroo is that they aren't as cushion-y as a thicker wrap. So you have to take a bit more time and wrap a bit more carefully so you don't get pressure points. These "points" hold more of the baby's weight and don't distribute it evenly across your shoulders. As a first timer it's harder to wrap with precision just cuz you don't have the practice time like more experienced wrappers.
But it's all just a matter of preference - my first wrap was a gauze wrap. I didn't have much trouble after a little while of practice - if you are willing to take the effort, you'll get the hang of wrapping with it and how to avoid creating pressure points.

 

[nypage1981]

^^ that makes sense. Was thinking i'd wait to see if it goes to $75 since it IS used.....

 

[sun]

I was just wondering the same thing about the pressure points and being a first timmer.

The thing with gauze and lightweight wovens like an Ellaroo is that they aren't as cushion-y as a thicker wrap. So you have to take a bit more time and wrap a bit more carefully so you don't get pressure points. These "points" hold more of the baby's weight and don't distribute it evenly across your shoulders. As a first timer it's harder to wrap with precision just cuz you don't have the practice time like more experienced wrappers.
But it's all just a matter of preference - my first wrap was a gauze wrap. I didn't have much trouble after a little while of practice - if you are willing to take the effort, you'll get the hang of wrapping with it and how to avoid creating pressure points.

^^ Agree with this!

Also some people would say that a thinner wrap is better for a first-timer because it teaches them to wrap carefully and evenly so they are better wrappers. I'm a slacker with my very forgiving wraps lol so I take forever with my thinner one.

But I think it would be a great choice for warmer weather.

 

[LockandKey]

me and DD out for a walk in her Baby Bjorn, but never fear, I am in the process of replacing it with a Mei Tai. Placed an order for my custom, and now just playing the waiting game

 

[Snuffy]

I had a proper go with my woven today (previous attempts have been thwarted by him doing a poo or throwing up all down the wrap). It was a pretty ham fisted effort but at least he didn't fall out lol.

 

[nypage1981]

silly man always falls asleep once i am done with the walk and get to the driveway......sitting on the couch isn't so comfy!

 

[katerdid]

Love the sleepy dust!



https://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk294/katerdid225/William%20James%20Kaiser/IMG_1537.jpg

 

[sun]

nypage and katerdid - So cute

I love how sleep just overtakes them in the carriers! My LO tries to stay awake, but can never manage it

 

[NDH]

Took some new photos today.

https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a175/Roshinda/IMG_20120324_100846.jpg https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a175/Roshinda/IMG_20120324_111424.jpg
https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a175/Roshinda/IMG_20120324_105215.jpg

She loves facing out Buddha style. Was content like that for three hours today and even ent half the time sleeping! It just took her some time to get used to being worn.

 

[mommax3]

I ordered the elleroo(sp) im super excited to get my first wrap, hoping it was the right choice since It was a pricey purchase and probably wont be buying many lol will post pics as soon as it comes in and I figure it out. Thanks for the advice ladies

 

[mommax3]

https://wovenwraps.com/vicki-p-465.html
I like this one too, my mom said she would buy me one for my bday so was thinking maybe I should have her get me this one so if I suck with the lite one I have a thicker one plus I will have it for fall and winter. what do you think, im so that girl that over thinks things can you tell lol

 

[katerdid]

I hear mixed things about Storch's... Maybe a BBslen or a Girasol as they are better beginner wraps that don't take as long to break in? What do you think ladies?

Or check out https://www.thebabywearer.com/forum/index.php for some used broken-in wraps?