I thought that wraps where only used for the first few months anyway lol - how much weight can the woven wraps generally take?
I had a look at the rebozo wrap technique and it would be perfect if my sarongs had just a little more length - I can tie them off securely on the diagonal but it's just a bit to short to use the length.
There are 2 kinds of wrap - a stretchy, made from material that, surprise surprise, stretches (lol) and a woven, which is made from a fabric that is sturdier, doesn't stretch, made of things like cotton, hemp, bamboo, linen or wool.
A woven can be used from NB to 4 or 5 years old, depending on the wrap. The stretchies are for NBs and little bubs, as they are not supportive to carry the weight of a larger baby confortably. You can't back wear with them either as there is a significant falling risk for bubs.
I could carry my 20kg 4 year old in my wovens if I wanted to, they are that strong, the only thing would be your comfort factor.
this is why the price tag most come with, although it seems expensive, are really not that outrageous when you consider their longevity. I can spend $250 on a wrap, and it will last me at least as long as a $1200 pram.
Get on YouTube and watch some vidoes - search for woven wrap carries. They take some practice, but once you get the knack it is pretty easy.
Some other carriers you might want to look at are mei teis - similar to a wrap but more structured, so less 'wrapping' they just tie off fairly easily and are good for the car.
oh, the wonderful world of wraps!
I just 'piggy backed' my 19 month old for school drop off in this little numberheartiness.jpg
Which is my current fave.
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