How to Wear a Boba Stretchy Wrap with a Newborn

Adriane Stare from Caribou Baby demonstrates how to wear a newborn baby in a stretchy Wrap. She is using a Boba Wrap. www.cariboubaby...

[@wearetheledbetters]

OMG! Yes! First time Dad here as of a week and a half ago and got my baby sleeping on me nice and chill while I go about my day giving my wife a chance for some well deserved naps between feedings. Hearing and feeling my daughter's little sleep breaths is heaven. Thank you for this very clear and concise tutorial. Best I've seen.

[@alicialebron8755]

Aww God bless your heart. If your wife only knew you were YouTubing this on your spare time her heart would melt. Needs to be more men like that in the world. Congratulations to u and your wife. Having a baby with your partner opens up a brand new type of love for them as well. I love watching my s.o being a daddy

[@laschubs]

This is the BEST demo on how to use any stretchy wrap! Way better than the Boba website itself!

[@trinilove830]

I love this it helps me so much 😃❤❤❤❤

[@patricebeebe6179]

Yes! So much better than the Boba website!!!

[@livindalife08]

OMG, thank you!!! Simple and straight to the point, demonstration on point and no useless talking! Thanks again.

[@mariafromoverthepond]

THE best video that was clear and got straight to the point (without rambling and dropping irrelevant details).

[@creyes6358]

This is the only wrap video that didn’t make me feel like I was having a stroke. Thank you for posting!!!!

[@keaganalldred1978]

Dad here and this was so awesome and helpful! Excited to get some house work done while carrying my little man!

[@nalomeli5731]

Still the best tutorial out there!

[@sprognopticon]

I have watched *so* many tutorials and this one helped me *finally* get it right! thank-you so much!!

[@blendingbella8874]

Geez, this explanation is better than Bobas video.

[@kimishalp]

IKR

[@ingridwagnermckay64]

I agree!

[@quentinameilbonne2467]

+ CorrèzeIngrid Wagner

[@missmartinez1986]

I agree too!

[@karabelle67]

Completely agree!

[@ewalewabanjoko9162]

To think I almost gave up on this wrap. Thank you!! Best demo ever!!!!

[@RedFulani]

This is a great tutorial. Very clear. Very understandable. Thank you for posting this. It's been three years since I last used my Boba and the instruction I received the first time was no where near this clear.

[@ariellaberkson5811]

I've watched so many of these videos and this is the only one that helped me! Thank you!

[@RYYHel]

Your video is the best in describing proper usage of the wrap. The instruction is very vague :( I was struggling with other videos and baby ended in being too low. But now I have managed to place him high enough, I think :) his head is just under my chin how long can I carry the baby in a wrap longest?

[@nicholelaskowski5784]

Thank you! This is the best video I’ve found on how to properly put the baby inside of it.

[@KatieArendsPlace]

Thank you very much!! I have watched a number of Boba How-To videos and was beginning to wonder if it was ever going to work for me. All I needed was this one video. Way easier than how others were showing to do it, and baby feels secure.

[@ruthangel88]

Very helpful video! I agree with others who said this is much more helpful than the Boba video. I think what I was doing wrong based on watching their video was putting everything too low for my baby's size. My baby is only 2 weeks old and about 8.8 pounds. But having you explain where the crosses should go, etc., was very helpful. Thank you for this!

[@michellebeteta9764]

Wow! Great video. I finally was able to wear my baby. Is there any video instructions for babies 2-4months?

[@jeffiroth311]

Thank you for this. As a new dad, I was able to get my baby nice and comfy while my wife gets a chance to rest!

[@desiraebeebe9289]

U let your wife rest? Are you a unicorn because that doesn’t exist

[@matthewknopps165]

Right!? Jeff Harris, I was just trying over and over to get it right and couldn't figure out what I was missing. The instructions skipped a lot of useful information. This video just helped me and so my wife is getting much needed rest as well. And I can also clean up the house some!

[@hersheykiss373]

Seriously the best video I’ve found. I keep it bookmarked to reference it.

[@Rucel7]

Wow. Best video explanation I’ve found so far. And I really appreciate how concise it was! Thankyou!

[@skeleton_wa_migraine1736]

This makes using the wrap less intimidating. Reading the instructions and trying to follow as written leaves room for ambiguous interpretation. Thank you! I'm hoping to actually start using my wrap more often and ai think this video has given me confidence to do so!

[@leezasebree7475]

Your video is a lot more informative and helpful compared to others as well as the company itself. Thank you!

[@matthewthomas-reid5019]

Yeah no contest this is the best tutorial out there. You made this easy and I use this technique all the time!

[@nidoqueef4453]

I was really intimidated when I got it out of the box and it was a mile long 😅 your explanation was super easy to follow and I got it no problem!

[@evilkittiekat]

Your video has been the best for me so far. Thank you so much!

[@1976edel1]

This is the best set of instructions for this wrap. Thank you!!

[@melaniemadero7221]

Way off subject but anyone know where I can get a top just like this? Recently gave birth and would love her top in EVERY COLOR lol!

[@karmamason8819]

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[@PiercedPixie]

Took me forever to even get halfway close using the book that came with the wrap. This helped me immensely!

[@alexanderterran9768]

Thanks for the detailed instructions. You can find all sorts of videos with the same instructions but not many show the reversal steps to ensure safe removing of a child. Would there be any differences based on an individuals body structure or does this hold work for all types, including men?

[@mostpartum]

Hey Alexander! The great thing about stretchy wraps (and all other fabric baby carriers) is that they are custom-fit to the wearer every time, so they fit well for all body types universally. In terms of this hold (pocket wrap cross carry), it is also works for all people, regardless of body type. One caveat we've noticed is that sometimes men or taller-chested individuals will intuitively wear a wrap-style carrier lower on their chests due to lower position of their natural waists...but remember! - you will need to start tying the wrap around your upper body high enough so that you can easily bend your head to kiss the top of you baby's head while you wear them. A second caveat is that the girth of your chest/waist/ bust will determine if you have enough slack in your wrap to tie it off in front of you, or behind your back. In this video, notice that I have enough slack to tie the wrap off in my front. For reference, I am 5'7" and about 165 lbs here.

[@sarahstewart2059]

What a great demo. Thank you! Wanting to get one for g.f and husband first time parents. Figured having as many videos as possible to help them is a good idea too.

[@christopherogrady8818]

i really enjoyed this video ,it got straight into how to wear it no long talking.

[@angelamedina2899]

Omg thank you!! Life saver! I could not get the bottom to go over my son and his head was swinging around. This video saved me!

[@melodytr]

Thank you!! Are babys legs supposed to be tucked in more? Is it ok for the hips to be opened like that?

[@mostpartum]

Hips open and in a squatting position with legs out of the carrier is ideal for baby's hips at any age and the current recommendation for babywearing. While wearing babies with legs in is possible, it often leads to babies trying to press up to standing because of their reflexes, can be tricky to place babies legs and feet just right to keep the weight in their butt where it belongs, and overall, is just a harder position to get perfect. This doll shows legs not quite as tucked up as a newborn's legs might be in real life, but the general positioning is the same (just a bit less exaggerated than by this doll.)

[@hairbug1985]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! It saved us from all the confusion! I was able to get it the first time I tried.

[@wandaplummer6089]

This made soooooo much more sense. I'm a visual learner, so reading the manual was confusing. Thank you. Now I dont feel like I wasted money buying my wrap.

[@jessicastill405]

Great video but how do I know if it's TOO tight for baby. I feel like when I put my baby in there, his legs were turning red from poor circulation

[@AlexsAverageGames]

First time dad and this video was perfect, I could actually follow and baby feels nice and snug! Thank you!

[@tiffanicombs43]

You make it look so easy! I just got my Boba in the mail today. Do you have any videos of what this should look like from the back?

[@mostpartum]

That's great you're trying to babywear, Tiffany! We don't personally have videos from the back, but the fabric should be crossed in a big X on your back, and the fabric should be flat and spread, not twisted or roped up into noodles. You can see us doing it here in this video in the second step as we put the wrap on, nothing really changes on the back at any point. Email us at [e-mail] if you'd like us to shoot a photo and send it to you for help!

[@tiffanicombs43]

Thank you so much! When I put my baby in, the shoulders are so close to her neck. and they are close to mine. Every time I try to pull them down over my shoulders, it slips up close to my neck. Any suggestions? Also when I cross the straps in the back, should i tie a knot or just cross the straps in the back?

[@mostpartum]

Tiffani Combs It sounds like maybe the whole carrier needs to be tied a bit tighter, and the X cross at your belly maybe needs to be higher? Hard to say without seeing you and your babe - is she still very little? Perhaps a cross under her crotch that is higher up on your belly will keep her shoulders up higher on your chest and more free from the fabric. As for the fabric on your back/neck, really try making them super, super tight (and fabric completely spread flat - zero twists!) when putting it on.. perhaps the greater tension of the carrier as a whole will help the fabric stay down over your shoulders when you pull them away from your neck. Also sometimes it's just a body shape thing, and some people experience more fabric riding up on the neck than others - you could try what's called a "shoulder flip", but I don't have any ideas to refer you to in the meantime. Lastly, not sure what you mean about tying versus crossing the straps in the back, but I think you mean at the end, do you tie the tails behind you before crossing in front... and I would say just cross in back and bring to tie in front... or if you don't have enough slack to do that, just tie behind you in back first and don't bring in front at all. make sense?

[@LeslieBissell]

Best demonstration out there! Thank you!

[@monalisakoldsweat5767]

Thank you for this video. The easiest instruction so far for a first time user.

[@MikeRecinecomedy]

New dad here, thanks for the video. Love the Boba wrap

[@Chandyra7]

Is this safe for a 5 week old? I love your video BTW, so much better than the boba website!

[@isabellazhuang1238]

Chandy Ward same question

[@LS-mg8gx]

Great video! Very easy to follow and detailed enough to make it easy to actually do it. Thank you for posting!

[@melissamarguerite]

The other videos left me confused. Thanks for straightforward and clear instructions. Got it the first time!

[@ychilds99]

This is the best video for this on KZbin. Thank you!

[@misscintagiouse101]

Thank you thank you thank you life saver. My boba box was trashed by my energetic older boys so you are amazing. Easy to follow and little man is tucked in perfect and secure. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@joeny1980]

Well done video, better than the brand provides. Great job explaining.

[@monicalarose7980]

Any thoughts on this vs the Boba Bliss Hybrid? I appreciate the tutorials on how to put it on, but it does feel like a lot when you're in a hurry. Any cons to going with the hybrid no wrap version instead?

[@hydralily]

Thank you for this! I appreciate the detailed explanation, I feel so much more comfortable using the wrap now =)

[@stephanielamarre5479]

THIS WAS THE BEST BOBA EXPLANATION! Thank you for making it clear for ftm like me!

[@kebobscat]

hi again! another question: how do I make sure his knees stay high enough so that I can keep his groin safe?

[@sarahkhalil6789]

up to what wright do you think this style of wrap is good for??

[@jennatan9871]

Best video I've seen about boba wrap. Thank you.

[@karimagreen5387]

This video was soooo helpful and made me feel like a pro in no time!

[@elsieg97]

Can I use this method with a Acrabros sling?

[@carlosacosta3199]

thank you! this tutorial is better than the others I saw.

[@kat_the_ot]

Finally able to baby wear my daughter after this tutorial, thank you!!!

[@lacey4529]

This is the best video I have fount so far. Maybe my purchase won't go to waste after all thanks!

[@sarabostick1444]

This helped so much more than any video I've tried watching

[@MariMar404]

Very helpful thank u. Was that a real baby? Lol it looks so peaceful if it was. God bless

[@Chrikafr]

Thank you very much for this awesome video. Way better than official one.

[@sahm2ams]

I'm watching in 2021, very helpful. Thanks!

[@kimberlygonzalez5606]

Can I use it with my preemie ?

[@Amanda50900]

I used this wrap for my baby when she was 0-4 mo. but as she got bigger and longer she can no longer fit. she weighs too much and almost falls out. is this wrap for a specific age range?

[@allisonwright1882]

How do you support the head with this wrap?

[@andreaalmejo2561]

Omg best tutorial!! Did it so quick! Thanks!!

[@krystalward4061]

Thank you so much! The instructions in the box left me sad and confused.

[@lincamey8337]

Thank you just took me one time to get it and you made it easy ❤

[@andreafarhat4891]

As a new mom i tried a few times but it doesn't seems well. I think the baby is too pressed to me and she gets verry nervous. The 3rd pannes is either too tight or loose near the head. And she always hold her face against my chest or backwards, doesn't want to hold it sidewards. Where am i wrong?

[@alexarciniega]

Thanks for a more thorough explanation - wayyyyyy more useful than the Boba video.

[@jennan124]

Very clear instructions! Thank you

[@lifewithdeedee3392]

Thank you i needed this today

[@kebobscat]

on the instructions it says baby's legs should be bent like in the womb...not hanging by sides. does it make a difference?

[@mostpartum]

+Jahaira Luzzi Great question! Even with legs out, the fabric in this carry is still supporting babies like in the womb. It's as if they are sitting on the edge of a hammock - the wrap the holds the knees up like a froggy, while the bum squats deep and low. With the legs in, they are in a similar position.. however in our experience working with families we find that babies often respond more positively to having freedom to move their hips and legs a bit with legs out. Furthermore, you don't have to worry about tucking their feet in an uncomfy position beneath them, and with legs out their body fits more flatly against yours, making it easier to stabilize them in an upright position and less likely that they will slouch or tip from one side to the other. But follow your instincts and your baby's lead! If you find they like their legs in or don't prefer their legs out, then try adjusting for another carry that supports them in that way. Hope this helps!

[@deltel25]

Hi. My baby has a slight clicky hip and am a bit worried about separating her legs because of this. would it be best to keep them together?

[@mostpartum]

Hi Edel - have you consulted your doctor? I think best to talk to your care professional to see if wearing is safe and advisable, especially if they are having something going on with their hips. Hope this helps!

[@kenyasamuel3098]

Wow thank you!! I was having so much trouble until I stumbled upon this video

[@mjucca]

That was really helpful, thankyou goddess!

[@frightenedrabbitfan]

This video was soooo helpful for me. I tuck in her feet because she's really young.

[@kendratai]

Watching this again 6 years later for our 4th baby! I couldn't remember all the steps lol

[@amberskyesobers7288]

I thought wrapping would be difficult, but I watched this one time and was able to do it myself the second time pretty quickly. To be fair though I'm practicing with one of his teddy bears because he's not here just yet.

[@emasimnic6647]

my newborn keeps slipping down no matter how many times I redo the whole proces. What could be the problem? I thought it would get better with pracitce but it did not :(

[@emasimnic6647]

OMG I get it now. I was watching different videos before. Thank you so much!

[@mostpartum]

Hey Ema! If your baby is slipping down, chances are you don't have the wrap tight enough on your body. Try tying the pieces that are crossed at an X on your belly a bit higher and tighter and see if that helps! Every newborn is different in size and heft from the next, so experiment with less slack. I also want to remind you to pull out as much slack on your shoulders and back as we do in the video BEFORE making the cross on your front. Any hiding slack on your back will definitely sneak to the front and cause room for slippage as time goes on wearing her. Last 2 things to check: 1) if she is approaching 12-15 pounds, she could be just weighting out of the carrier and you need a new, more sturdy wrap (try a woven wrap if you like the style!)... and 2) make sure you are fully spreading each piece of the X on her body when loading her in, if you neglect to spread each cross from knee-to-knee on her, she may not be getting enough lateral support. Email us a video to [e-mail] if you want some direct feedback of your technique!

[@sanakapadia1062]

is it better to put baby in when asleep or awake? really want my hands back :)

[@mostpartum]

Sana Kapadia Great question! .. and as the saying goes, it truly depends on you (and your baby.) Each mama/baby unit is so individual! Some parents prefer to try out a carrier with a sleeping baby because baby is more malleable and relaxed (and maybe also less stressful to the parent than if wakeful and crying.) Then other families have babies that are relaxed and cuddly when awake, but never stay sleep, so they wouldn't dream of disturbing their sleeping angels to test out the wrap, lol. Either way is totally safe and fine. I would say try both, as you will likely be needing to know how to manage in both scenarios! Good luck getting those hands back!

[@kaa6918]

thank goodness for this explanation!

[@Therainbowtwins]

I have a wrap like this and my month old Kees slipping down no idea why and how to stop it the wrap is on right so I don’t get it.

[@StarBabyK21]

I put my baby in today and he seemed fine and then started screaming. He hates to be swaddled and worn. I have tried a ring sling, a regular carrier and another type of sling. He hates them all. I am wondering if he will ever be able to relax enough in there to enjoy it. Anyone else have this problem? He's a little over 5 weeks old. I'm wondering also, what should they be wearing when you put them in the wrap? I think my son may have been too hot. He had on a fleece sleeper.

[@mostpartum]

+Katy Norton Awwwww, we totally understand, Katy! It's so hard when your kiddo doesn't love to be worn :( Many of us here at WWM are moms who have had your same experience with this, so you are definitely not alone.! If you are sensing he is too hot, perhaps you're onto something - that's your mom instincts telling you something! Babies can wear simple cotton or breathable layers (natural fibers best) under a carrier, as the carrier counts as a layer of warmth itself. Tips and tricks for babies who won't settle in a carrier: take a brisk walk outside right after putting them in (some babies hate to be in a carrier indoors); don't bundle them up too much if they are sensitive to heat; wear them with legs OUT in a carrier instead of legs-in (make sure you have a carrier that allows for this); try a carrier that feels less restrictive to your baby; start them off in a carrier with arms out and sneak the carrier around their shoulders and neck as they become more relaxed; don't wait until your baby is overtired to put them in the carrier. Hope some of these help! We have a lot of other carrier suggestions that might help, please email us at [e-mail] if you'd like to chat on the phone or connect!

[@StarBabyK21]

I rewrapped him this morning after watching your video and also made sure he had just been breastfed and in just a onsie. He is now sleeping peacefully in the wrap! He's been in at least an hour now :) I pray he continues to like it after doing it a lot more.

[@mostpartum]

+Katy Norton hooray! Way to go, Mama. Keep practicing and always feel free too hit us up with any other babywearing questions that come up as he gets older

[@stephaniemccann7291]

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[@fionahealey3836]

Excellent tutorial!! Thank you.

[@nabbaalobeidy9374]

Very thorough. Thank you so much!

[@denisecatalan9833]

Thank you!!! Perfect video!! Explained it so perfectly

[@andreasimon3638]

Thank you, this was so easy to follow

[@BloodyWiccaG]

Thank you, this video is life saving

[@lauradahl3697]

This was excellent!!

[@elliotclarke860]

Massive help thank you

[@hannahhelton5411]

Great tutorial!! Best!!

[@alvinakhair7009]

Thank you so much! Very helpful ❤️

[@cesarthephysio]

Nice! Thanks for sharing

[@carlastejn2677]

Great job! I love this explanation

[@fantasmavito]

Great demo, thank you!

[@thebulleemgetitdone416]

Perfectly explained

[@dancingphalangesmz]

Omg thank you!!! I love living in these times of the internet lmao

[@iceman4424]

This was so helpful!! Thank You!

[@AnneliseBlackbriar]

Thank you so much! This is amazing!

[@nuggetsnicole4851]

Omg thanks so much for this!