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COLOR - Dark Pink
This is the new generation baby carrier from Sleepy Wrap.
A baby wrap carrier that
makes everybody happy.
For additional color selection please visit Sleepy Wrap eBay Store.
the best natural
sleep solution for your baby
one size fits all
hands free walking,
hiking, shopping
secure comfortable
fit
from
premature/newborn to toddler
wrapping instructions enclosed
FAQ
Is my baby too small for the Sleepy Wrap?
No.
No baby is too small for the Sleepy Wrap. Although your little one may
seem too tiny, she has just spent nine months in the womb and finds it
much more comforting to be snug, secure, and close to you in your baby
wrap than to be extended and alone in a stroller. The Sleepy Wrap is
actually designed especially for infants. The fabric ensures a perfect
fit for you and your baby with out any extra bulk or wrinkles.
Although the Classic Love Your Baby Hold is appropriate for all ages
newborn to toddler, some moms prefer not to separate their baby's legs
in their first months of life and choose to use the Hammock Hold or the
Upright Newborn Hold. If your baby is very small the latter is probably
the best. All holds on the site are safe and appropriate for the
developing necks, hips, and spines in even the tiniest of infants.
Even premature babies may be worn in the Sleepy Wrap. There are never
any pressure points on your baby.
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Is the Sleepy Wrap suitable for hip and back carrying?
It
is possible to use Sleepy Wrap for front, side and back carrying. We
recommend front carrying(not forward facing) for infants as the optimal
position. It is easier to wrap, the baby goes in and out easier, it
goes over both shoulders (instead of one as in side carrying), and it
provides easy and discreet nursing access. We have not placed a back
hold tying method on our site mostly not to deter more conventional
moms or first time users who are sometimes overwhelmed by all the
different ties and holds. Some prefer to have a non stretchy wrap for
older and heavier babies, but again that is individual preference. If
you can get the tying method down for the back position and feel safe
and comfortable, try it! Carrying your baby on your back in a Sleepy
Wrap is ergonomic, safe, and appropriate. There are people out there
doing it and loving it!!!
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Can you use the Sleepy Wrap to carry twins?
Yes, the
Sleepy Wrap can be used with twins as well. It will accommodate
newborns easily. We only recommend carrying both babies in the Sleepy
Wrap up until the babies are about 2 months old. The suggested ages of
your baby is only a guide. Please take note of your child's own physical growth and development. You can use the Upright Newborn Hold
and put one baby in each of the shoulder pieces. Since you are
carrying two very precious babies please make sure that the wrap is
secure and tight and use common sense and your best judgment regarding
your babies' safety while in the carrier. Put
your arm around your babies when you feel that it's needed for extra
security. We do not recommend carrying twins in the Hammock Hold.
When
the twins get older, different moms do different things. Some moms
have written to us that they carry one baby in the front with a Sleepy
Wrap and use a soft ergonomic backpack baby carrier to carry the other
baby on their back. Some buy two Sleepy Wraps and have their husband
carry a baby as well! Others wear one baby in the wrap and push the
other in a stroller and swap who gets carried and who gets pushed. You
do have more options than just the double stroller!
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Is it alright if I use the Classic Love Your Baby Hold with my newborn, or should I not separate my baby's legs?
Since
the design of the carrier places no pressure points on your baby
(essentially the baby is wrapped to your body instead of by bearing her
weight on her own pelvis), separating your infant's legs will not harm
the baby developmentally. Some doctors actually encourage keeping the baby's hip spread apart right after birth. This
position places the head of the femur (the ball) against the acetabelum
(the socket), and encourages deepening of the socket, so if anything
it can actually help prevent hip dysplasia. The Classic Love Your Baby
Hold is appropriate for your newborn. Ultimately, it is up to you what
position feels best for you and your baby. All positions on the site
are safe and ergonomic from birth.
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Why don't you have the forward facing baby carry on your site? Is there something wrong with carrying my baby this way?
The
forward facing carry in any baby carrier places pressure on the pelvis
and spine. When your baby is facing forwards with legs unsupported,
the baby's back is essentially arched instead of rounded. The center
of gravity is different which makes the carrier tend to compensate when
walking as well. Some sites that sell baby wraps and carriers advise
you to only use this hold for a limited amount of time and that no
developmental damage will occur if the baby is not placed in this
position for hours on end. We can't wholeheartedly recommend this
position as we believe that any pressure on little developing hips and
spines is undue. Moreover, all the weight is essentially in the baby's
most sensitive place. When your baby is facing forward his legs as
well are not supported. Your baby's legs should be pulled up to a
ninety degree angle. This is possible only if the fabric covers the
whole back of the thigh, virtually up to the backside of the knee. It
also does not provide good head and neck support, which is most
desirable when your baby falls asleep. Of course it is nice for your
baby to be able to see the world. However, in the front carry your
baby can't turn away if the environment becomes too overwhelming. You
cannot see your baby's face and it's tougher to read your little one's
cues. We at Sleepy Wrap do not advocate front carrying or think it is
a good position for either mom or baby.
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Is carrying my baby in the Sleepy Wrap alright for my babies back?
Many of the hard baby carriers, when the baby is positioned with the
legs unsupported and hanging down, place too much stress on the spine.
Most doctors do not recommend this position for infants, especially not
for more than a couple of hours at a time (see the above question for
more info). The design of the Sleepy Wrap ensures that there are no
pressure points on your baby. Your baby's legs, hips and spine are
supported. There is no limited length of time that your baby may spend
in the wrap. You may carry your baby all day long if you wish with no
harm to your baby's developing body.
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I'm not a model shaped mom. Can I wear the Sleepy Wrap comfortably? Will it fit me?
Sleepy
Wraps are definitely not only for model body type moms. The Sleepy Wrap
is 5.5 yards long which enables moms of all sizes to wear it - the only
difference being the number of times you need to wrap it around your
waist - either once, two or three times - with all of the options being
as comfortable and secure. Ultimately, it's a long piece of material
that adjusts to your curves perfectly, no matter what body type you
are. It distributes the weight equally across your both shoulders and
your whole back while carrying your baby. It makes a big difference on
your back if you are carrying your baby on only one side or on two, if
there are rings or no rings, and if the material is hard versus soft.
It's nice on your shoulders and on your chest because it doesn't dig
into you. It fits virtually everyone.
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I
have tried different kinds of slings, padded baby slings and unpadded
baby slings, they all say that they support your back, but my back
always ends up hurting at the end of the day. Is the Sleepy Wrap really
different?
Yes, baby wraps in general
are different. They distribute the weight of your baby evenly. There
are no shoulder straps or metal buckles, only wide, soft, sturdy fabric
wrapped around your body. The Sleepy Wrap should be wrapped tight to
your body. It is not necessary to leave extra room for your baby.
Wrapping it tight ensures that your baby will be carried high. Your
baby's head should be high on your chest. Making sure the wrap is not
twisted or bunched up will also ensure ultimate comfort. Remember when
tying the baby wrap to spread it wide over your baby's bottom and wide
over both of your shoulders. The special fabric of Sleepy Wrap will
conform perfectly your baby's body. It truly is comfortable and great
on your back without any extra padding!
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What are the weight/age recommendations for these wraps?
There are technically no weight restrictions since the design of the
baby wrap equally distributes the weight of your baby so there are no
pressure points on mom or baby. It has been tested at 45 pounds and
showed no signs of stress or overuse. Keep in mind, that it is a
stretchy wrap. It is ideal for the first year of life,
but you may use it as long as you and your baby are comfortable. We do
know of a happy mom who is still carrying her thirty five pound two
year and three month old in her Sleepy Wrap. (The picture below is with
a big five year old girl.)
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How does your baby wrap compare to the other wraps (like the Moby)?
Both
the Moby and the Sleepy Wrap are comfortable stretchy baby wraps and
offer great support for carrying your little one around. They are both
great on the carrier's back as there are no pressure points on mom or
baby. Both can be used from birth until toddler or as long as is
comfortable for the both of you. The main difference between the Sleepy
Wrap and the Moby Wrap is in the fabric. The fabric of the Sleepy Wrap
is a heavier higher quality knit. With a greater density comes the
benefits of durability, extra support, and security. It adjusts
perfectly to your body with no bulges or wrinkles. The give in the
fabric makes it easy to wrap so that it fits just right. There is no
need to guess how much room you need to leave for your baby to fit
inside for a secure fit. With other wraps it is easy to end up tying it
too tight for the baby or too loose so that the baby sags. With the
Sleepy Wrap you simply tie the wrap snug against your body and no
matter what body type you are, it will fit! The problem with the Moby
or other similar cotton wraps is that you have to know precisely how
much room to leave for your baby to get it to fit decently. The
material of the Moby is less dense than the Sleepy Wrap, and there
actually isn't so much elasticity to it. It's more a t-shirt kind of
material that only stretches one way and bags out (like a stretched out
t-shirt) after you take the baby out of the wrap, so you have to
tighten it and retie it. The Sleepy Wrap bounces back and clings to
your body and your baby. Thanks to the great material, nursing your
baby is not a hassle. There is no need to loosen the Sleepy Wrap to
position your baby to nurse. The material stretches easily over your
chest area and your baby's head to give you as much privacy as you
need. It's great for mothers practicing elimination communication as
well, as you can take your baby out of the wrap and place her back in
without a big ordeal. For mothers who have tried other wraps
(especially woven wraps) tying the Sleepy Wrap is a little different.
Don't hesitate to tie the fabric so that it actually stretches against
your body. Remember that the material is actually intended to be
stretched over your baby to provide extra support for the both of you.
- How wide is the Sleepy Wrap?
Sleepy Wrap is 20 inches wide and 5.5 yards long. It is made so that one size fits all.
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Where else can I buy a Sleepy Wrap?
eBay UK, eBay De ...
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Where are your baby wraps made?
We started making our baby wraps in the US at first, but once the
demand skyrocketed we had to find a more economical solution. Our baby
wraps are still designed in the United States and are currently made in
China under fair working conditions, which allows us to be competitive
with the rest of the baby carrier industry, and to provide you with the
very best value. No child labor is ever used to manufacture our
product.
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What fabric is Sleepy Wrap made of?
The Sleepy Wrap is a sturdy cotton knit called French Terry. It is 95% cotton with 5% spandex.
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Will I spoil my baby by wearing him?
No. Quite the contrary. Carried babies feel secure and loved.
Carried babies make confident babies. Research has shown that carried
babies will become independent sooner and ask to be put down instead of
to be picked up.
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What does the term "Kangaroo Care" mean?
This is the term coined when a mother holds or wraps her premature baby
skin to skin on her chest. Instead of constant care in an incubator
more and more doctors are encouraging mothers to wear their tiny
infants. These babies thrive with access to food, warmth and the familiar environment of the womb.
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My husband and I are both tall. Will the baby wrap fit us?
Yes it will. The Sleepy Wrap is 5.5 yards long. It allows adults of
all sizes to use it. If it seems that you have a little less fabric,
it is safe and appropriate to tie the knot behind your back. If you
have enough fabric, you may bring it around the front and tie it on the
side.
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How do I wear the Sleepy Wrap in the winter?
If your coat is big enough you can wear your baby under your coat. You
will keep each other warm. Usually all that is necessary are some
booties and a hat for your baby. A scarf for your self is a nice
addition, especially if you will be nursing outside. You may also wear your baby over your coat and dress your baby in a snowsuit or a full body fleece if you wish.
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What are the washing instructions for the Sleepy Wrap?
Machine wash cold with like colors. Do not bleach. Tumble dry low. We recommend washing the wrap before use.
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I
need a baby carrier that I can nurse in and that is not too complicated
to adjust. Do I have to retie the wrap to position my baby at the
breast?
No you do not need to retie the
Sleepy Wrap in order to nurse in it. Many carriers claim that it is
"possible" to discretely nurse. Pulling it off with grace is
sometimes another thing. This is where the Sleepy Wrap is different,
thanks to the fabric. The fabric of the Sleepy Wrap has enough give
that you can easily position your baby and completely cover your baby's
head and your chest without it being too tight and awkward. You really
do not need to loosen and retie the wrap in order to nurse your baby.
This really helps when your little one simply wants to nurse, and does
not feel like waiting for you to adjust anything or finagle around.
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What
is the thickness of the Sleepy Wrap? Will it be too hot to wear in the
summer? How does it compare to other wraps, both stretchy and woven
regarding the heat?
The Sleepy Wrap is a higher quality fabric that is more dense than the
other cotton stretchy wraps on the market (i.e. the Moby or the
CuddlyWrap). With the greater density comes the benefits of
durability, extra support, and security. On the other hand, there
is the factor of added warmth. It is 95% cotton so it is breathable and
not as hot as a thick woven wrap (like a Storchenweige). I wasn't
deterred from using it in the hot desert in Egypt on a camel safari.
There are many happy mothers all over the world who are wearing their
babies in the summer with no problem.
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My baby seems to be sinking down when I am walking- Am I tying it right, or do I just need to tie it tighter?
Remember when tying the Sleepy Wrap it is not necessary to leave any
extra room in order for your baby to fit inside. The wrap should be
tied tight. There should be no bulges or wrinkles and there should be
no part of the wrap that is loose or hanging from your body. If
anything, when pulled away from you the material should actually bounce
back against your body. It obviously shouldn't be tied so tight that
it is uncomfortable or that you can feel pressure anywhere. When the
wrap is snug against your body, your baby will be carried high on your
chest and will be more comfortable for the both of you.
Another thing that you can do, especially when you are carrying a
heavier baby is to be sure that you cross the wrap high on your chest.
In step 5 of the basic tie, when you cross the two pieces of fabric to
create the "x" that your baby is supported in, the pieces should cross
each other above your sternum (where your ribs meet). Basically the
higher the "x" is, the higher your baby will be carried. Some moms
have written in that it helps to untie the wrap and actually tie the
knot under your baby's bottom for additional support. You should be
able to climb a mountain without your baby sagging.
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I've tried a baby sling and it was too complicated. Is the Sleepy Wrap baby carrier any easier to get used to?
With the Sleepy Wrap, you only need to learn one basic tie. Once you
can tie it snug against your body with no twists you have already
become a master. The joy of the Sleepy Wrap is that your baby will fit
inside without you having to guess how much room to leave so that the
baby won't be held too high or too low on your chest. Tying the wrap
may take a couple of practices. Yet with a little experience you will
find the right fit for you and your baby. It will become as easy and
commonplace as tying your shoelaces. Stick with it, it's definitely
worth it!
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Why does the Sleepy Wrap cost only $38.95? Is the material of a lesser quality than other wraps?
You
can rest assured that the material we use to make Sleepy Wrap is in
most cases double the cost of comparable baby wrap knit fabrics on the
market. We at Sleepy Wrap strongly believe that ALL women, regardless
of their financial situation, should be able to wear their baby in a
baby carrier that is both durable and safe. We keep quality high and
prices low, to make this possible.
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