Boba Baby Sling Wrap Newborn - Original Baby Sling Carrier for Newborns and Infants up to 35lbs - Hands-Free Baby Wrap Carrier - Stretchy Baby Wrap Sling & Newborn Sling (Grey)

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Some caregivers stop using a baby wrap after the first few months, others around 18 months, and some use one even with their older toddlers. You need to learn how to adjust it and wrap it just tight enough to secure your baby while making sure that you both are still comfortable in it.

Evolution Wrap is made of 70% viscose + 30% cotton knit which makes this version more lightweight and breathable. Suitable for kangaroo care for premature babies following Boba’s instructions (always consult appropriate support if using for babies in special care)The Boba comes in range of colours, from muted tones to wildly bright shades and patterns. There’s something here for everyone. The Boba X is an easy-to-use hybrid carrier, offering the support and reassurance of a structured carrier with the softness and comfort of a baby wrap. Offering excellent value for money and good longevity, it’s suitable to use from birth through to 20kg (around three to four years of age). Miriam Kalaev, Senior Director of Data Monetization, Strategy & Measurement at What to Expect, echoes these sentiments. “I was really into baby wearing with my two babies. My go-to baby wrap was Solly's baby wrap,” she says. “They are buttery soft, really comfortable and pretty colors.” Material: Look for carriers made of cottons, linens or any other lightweight fabric, as well as something stretchy to make the wrap easier to use. “Materials with some stretch can allow for variations in fitting,” Dr. Ferry says. “Lightweight fabrics can be especially beneficial as we get into the spring and summer with warmer temperatures, and can help avoid overheating your infants.” What’s noteworthy, the Original Boba is the cheapest version, while the Serenity is the most expensive one.

As it turns out, it’s up to the job. One of our testers ran a banana smearing test with good results and both found the sling washed beautifully. If there’s any time your baby carrier is likely to brave bodily fluids on a daily basis, it’s the newborn phase, so it’s vital that the Boba Wrap washes well. While it can be used until six years of age, your child is unlikely to want to be carried once they start school

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Some wearers won’t like the sensation of being surrounded by so much material, no matter how soft it is, and they may find even the lightweight Boba a bit warm. Simultaneously soft, strong and stretchy, this wrap is so comfortable you may find yourself wearing it for hours, whether pottering around the house or out on the school run. Just got a Boba X from the local sling library and really like it” - recommended by Mumsnet user, StompyDino Our verdict I’ve personally tried this one before, and found it a little complicated to figure out when it came to wrapping. It took me multiple tries to get it down, and then some practice for me to really be able to do it without looking at the instructions. Some other users have noted the same. However, once you figure it out, it’s definitely a comfortable option at a great price. Fit: Test out your wrap to make sure it fits correctly and baby is secure. “Especially ensure that positioning in the wrap doesn’t close off the baby’s airway,” Dr. Ferry says. In other words, you should make sure there isn’t any fabric covering baby’s mouth or position baby in a way that her head is to her chest, which could pose a suffocation risk or cut off her breathing, per the Academy of American Pediatrics (AAP).