More about Woven Wraps
We offer several woven wraps. It is important to understand the differences when choosing the wrap for you.
Wraps are simply long pieces of fabric that is woven with just a bit of diagonal stretch to "hug" your child perfectly. All of our wraps are ~ 30" wide.
| Style | Storchenwiege | Gypsy Mama Gauze |
| Price | $89-$125 | $69.00 |
| Fabric | 100% Organic Cotton, medium thickness | 100% cotton gauze |
| Difference | Thicker fabric less likely to create pressure points | Super thin, very cool |
| Edges | Woven edge | Serged |
| Ends | tapered - hemmed | square - serged |
| Care | Machine wash & dry low | Cold wash & line dry |
| Country of Origin | Germany | Bali |
| Age range | Newborn - 4 yrs | newborn - 3 years |
| Older children can be more comfortably held due to the thicker fabric. Thicker fabric is cuddly for newborns and does not easily create pressure points | Amazing faberic, very thin, must be spread carefully, but very easy to use, even for beginners | |
| Favorite all-around wrap | Great for beginner back carries |
If you can afford the German wrap Storchenwiege, then this is probably the best wrap you can buy. It is forgiving by not creating pressure points and strong enough to carry a 4 year old.
If you are concerned about heat, then a Gypsy Mama gauze wrap may be the best for you. These wraps can be used for all of the back carries. You will need to take a bit more time to spread the fabric. Beginners sometimes find that these wraps are easier to use because the fabric is a bit lighter and easier to manipulate.
If you are looking for primarily a back (or front)carrier and your baby is older than 4 months, you should consider a Mei Tai. It does take some practice to safely carry your baby on your back with a wrap, but If I could have only one carrier to last from Newborn to Pre-school - it would be a wrap for the comfort and versatility.
If you're not sure that wrapping is for you and you have a newborn, try the Moby Wrap. This is a stretchy wrap and will not give as much support as these woven wraps, but at only $40, you can't loose. It is a fantastic starter wrap, easy to learn, and wonderfully cuddly for newborns. In fact, many of our customers suggest getting a Moby in addition to other carriers so that you have one to wear and one to wash. The price can't be beat.
If you don't have the patience to learn how to wrap one very long piece of fabric, then try a Pouch, Ring Sling, or A Mei Tai.
There is something special about learning to carry use a simple piece of cloth to carry your child. If you are only going to be doing a one-shouldered carry, choose a Rebozo or 2.7m wrap. If you want to do more 2 shouldered carries, please refer to the size charts on the product pages to determine your correct size.
For more information on how to use your wrap, see www.wearyourbaby.com
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