Solly wrap

Thread: "Fav baby carrier?"

I have tons of baby carriers, I love them all, but here’s how I’d rank my top 3: 1.) a soft stretchy wrap for the first few months. Solly wraps are nice if you have money to burn, but I went for the Weesprout dupe on Amazon for like $19 and it’s great. There’s a learning curve to this, but once you master it, you’re golden. This is how I ate and went to the bathroom in the early days. 2.) a good all-purpose carrier. We have the ergo 360 mesh and it’s ugly but a workhorse. Like, we carried our 16 pound 5 month old around Chicago all day and walked 15 miles, that’s how great it is. 3.) a sling is great for once they’re in a convertible car seat and not the baby carseat. It’s nice to pop them in and out as you go to/from the store/work/daycare/whatever. I have the Wildbird, and it’s totally fine.

Thread: "How did you choose a baby carrier/wrap?"

We put a cheap infantino on our registry and I got a Ktan secondhand for cheap, so I didn't put a lot of thought into choosing at first. Once I fell in love with baby wearing, then I read a lot, borrowed from friends, and then bought a bunch of carriers secondhand to try out. My recommendation would be to buy a basic stretchy wrap (Moby, Boba, Solly are all fine, I like buying used to help me narrow the options haha) and a basic structured carrier (ergo, Tula, lillebaby, or happy baby). You really can't go "wrong" with any of these, you'll get a feel for what you like or don't and then can go from there. If you don't end up liking the SSC, maybe you go woven wrap next. If you don't like the stretchy, maybe you explore a ring sling or meh dai. There's a lot of options, but it's hard to know until you've worn your baby and figured out what you like and don't like. My favorites have been the Ktan, ring sling, and standard Tula baby carrier. I also enjoyed a woven wrap, although I'm still a beginner.

Thread: "Solly Wrap - neck support?"

You have more fundamental problems than neck support here. There is a chance that your baby is big enough that you'd be best served by a more supportive woven wrap. Putting that aside, because even if you get a woven wrap you'll have the same fundamental problems, let's break this down. A stetchy wrap should fit like a fitted T shirt BEFORE you put baby inside of it. That means two things: 1) all the fabric should be laid out flat on your body, no twists or bunches. and 2) it should have only a little bit of slack in it, because once baby comes in, they'll pull it all down anyway. If you need to add more slack to get baby in, you can always do that by untying the knot and working in a little slack. Removing this much slack after baby is in is close to impossible. Baby should be in an M-position, not stretched out like this. All 3 passes (2 cross passes and the 1 horizontal pass) should stretch from knee-to-knee, and always cover as much of baby's back as possible. Baby should have >80% of their thighs and back covered in 2 to 3 layers of material. 3 layers is preferred. Try these directions [How to Use a Stretchy Wrap - Babywearing Educational Blog (wrappingrachel.com)](https://wrappingrachel.com/2015/12/15/the-complete-stretchy-wrap-resource/) Look how the cross passes lay on Rachel's back and shoulders, look at how much "slack" she leave for baby before loading them in.

Thread: "Fit check - Solly wrap on 10 day old. Is it too early to be wearing him?"

Yeah I’ve had to peel him off of me more than once hahaha

Thread: "What are your favorite newborn baby carriers? (slings, wraps, etc)"

I loved my Solly stretchy wrap.

Thread: "Best wrap for newborn?"

The solly wrap! A bit of a learning curve, but becomes second nature quickly.

Thread: "Fit check - Solly wrap on 10 day old. Is it too early to be wearing him?"

I’m not an expert but he looks great to me 🙂

Thread: "How did you choose a baby carrier/wrap?"

Id break it down into categories to make things more digestible Type, price, aesthetic are the ones I sort through. For newborn days I absolutely loved Solly Baby- my husband used it too. I loved how thin it was especially for those summertime hot days Consider what type of activities you’d want to be doing with them in. To start we only had the solly baby wrap and a soft structured carrier (happy baby OG) as she got older and I started realizing what I was using baby wearing for and her weight etc I started purchasing more- adventured to ring slings them mei dais and now onbuhimos. I always suggest starting with a soft wrap just bc it would for sure fit your newborn vs some carriers you cant get a safe newborn fit out of! I’d avoid baby bjorn as its notorious for not fitting in the proper deep M seat. Congratulations!

Thread: "Is Ergobaby really THAT bad?"

My baby was huge and is only just now fitting into her ergo 360 at 2 months. On the box for mine, the recommended weight minimum says 12lb. Until now, I've been using a sollywrap quite effectively. Especially when she was a fresh newborn, I've found it a lot easier to adjust to fit her Scrunched up shape.

Thread: "Solly Wrap - neck support?"

Definitely seems like your baby is reaching the practical limit of the Solly wrap. Even though it’s safety rated up to 25 lbs (I believe), most people find that it becomes uncomfortable around 12-15 lbs. If you like a wrap carrier the next obvious step would be to graduate to a woven wrap. Woven wraps are made from a more structured, less stretchy material and can be used will into toddlerhood. They are much more versatile and can be used for hip and back carries in addition to front carriers. There are also a lot of options in between woven wrap and a full on structured carrier like the Ergo Omni 360. [This article](https://www.littlezenone.com/pages/how-to-choose-a-baby-carrier) has a good overview of a lot of different types of carriers so you can get a sense of what might work best for you.

Thread: "Just buy the expensive baby carrier"

I learned that being short means apron style carriers work better for me. I splurged on the Solly wrap for newborn phase and hope & plum lark for after. 9 months in, best decision I made.

Thread: "Solly Stretchy Wrap: is it worth the hype?"

I loved the solly with both my babies. Sad days when they got too big.

Thread: "Solly vs Boba vs …"

I would suggest trying a woven wrap simply because the use of a stretchy wrap is limited and it becomes uncomfortable as they get bigger. I have a Solly and a k'tan but I won't be able to use either for much longer. The key with SOlly is definitely to get it very tight before putting baby in, but it does stretch and droop a bit as baby gets heavier.

Thread: "Best carrier for a newborn?"

I was originally intimidated by stretchy wraps, but I loved my solly wrap! Highly recommend. You can probably find an inexpensive used one locally if you’re not sure you’ll like it.

Thread: "Deinfluence me with Artipoppe and influence me with the right one"

artipoppe is HUGE and bulky. I used a stretchy wrap for my sons first 3-4 months and then a ring sling and now we use a ring sling and a SSC. I HIGHLY recommend hope&plum for all of the above (I used a Solly wrap but for the next baby I want to try one of hope&plum’s stretchy wraps!) Edit: ring sling is a safe carry for newborns!

Thread: "Do any newborns actually tolerate the Ergobaby 360 Omni, or are they just selling us a bill of goods?"

Our newborn (12 days old - 7.5lbs and 22”) meets the weight and length requirements yet still seems way too small for ours, we haven’t wanted to keep her in it for longer than a few minutes because she just shrinks down into the abyss of the carrier. We’re using our Solly Wrap (which she loves) in the meantime and hoping that she just needs to get a little bit bigger.

Thread: "Solly vs Boba vs ?"

my solly was way stretchier than boba. tie it tiiighter

Thread: "Solly vs Boba vs ?"

How tight is the wrap before you put the baby in? The Solly should be tight like a swimsuit before you baby goes in. If that doesn't do the trick I'd recommend a fit check. Switching to the boba probably won't solve your problem, it's going to be similar.

Thread: "Fit check - Solly wrap on 10 day old. Is it too early to be wearing him?"

There’s an easy-to-follow video for the newborn carry on the Solly website! Looks great and congrats on your new little one.

Thread: "What’s the deal with wildbird and mabe"

I thought I NEEDED a Wildbird while I was pregnant. That $228 Cosmos print was fervently calling my name. And then I found beautiful print on the LennyLight (magnolia, which is my daughter’s name) and snagged it - with droolpads - for $150 in a Facebook group. Everything about it is adjustable and it can fit infants from birth unlike the larger/less adjustable carriers. Ironically my baby screamed bloody murder the first time I tried to put her in it, so we’re still rocking a Wildbird ring sling or a Solly wrap LOL - I’ll try again when she outgrows the wrap

Thread: "Solly Stretchy Wrap: is it worth the hype?"

I never used a stretchy wrap with my first (was gifted a few but couldn’t figure it out at the time), but since my second was a preemie and much too small for my other carriers, I picked up a Solly secondhand and really like it! That said, I’m glad I didn’t buy it new, I’d rather use that extra $ to go towards a carrier I’ll use longer term since the stretchy wraps are only for a short time. Boba and Weesprout are more affordable options with slightly different fabric. I got the Solly for the same price as those are new, so I figured I’d try it out first.

Thread: "What is the best baby carrier?"

I used solly wrap the most with newborn. I also used the ergo embrace, but didn’t like it too much until my core healed more. Now that he’s bigger and can forward and back carry I like ergo aerloom

Thread: "Best wrap for newborn?"

The Moby probably just wasn’t tight enough. I have the Solly which is very similar, and you’re supposed to put it on “swimsuit tight” because it’s a little stretchy. I love the Solly! My baby is 2 months, 10 pounds.

Thread: "Is the ergobaby embrace worth it?"

I found it stopped being as comfortable around 15 lbs, so if you're already at 12, may not be worth it. might be more worthwhile if you're hoping to have another baby you could use it for. IDK what the length is on your solly wrap, but there's no reason a ring sling wouldn't fit a broad frame- if it's put on right, it will hug any frame. it is also, i found, an easier place to start learning than a wrap. understanding the rails and strand by strand tightening on that was easier than on a wrap, and then i was able to progress to wraps.

Thread: "Solly Stretchy Wrap: is it worth the hype?"

I loved my Solly and my Ergo Embrace! I think they’re both worth the hype. Both are very much newborn carriers - both companies advertise much higher weights than are actually comfortable. I remember being ready to move on from them by the time baby was 13-15 lb or so. Unsolicited advice - I watched lots of instructional videos and practiced. It’s not something you can just pick up and know how to use. (I mean maybe you could, but most people can’t.) A lot of people wrap them too loose and then they feel unsupportive. With any carrier, try to get a fit check before you decide it’s not for you! It could be an easy tweak.

Thread: "Ergobaby carrier or Baby Bjorn?"

Tula free to grow, perfect for newborns-toddler! I loved my solly baby wrap as well for newborn times 💗

Thread: "Solly Soft Carrier"

Yep, made in China. Solly also sold to private equity and is no longer truly woman owned(she has a majority share which is a minimum of 10%). It’s a fine carrier but misses the mark for the price point imo. I don’t think it’s poor quality, but I do worry the price will go up if and when tariffs actually go into effect and assumed it would be US made in line with the wraps at the price. I also think doing the inner tencel layer lends to less support than if it had another linen layer. Functionally, it wears very similarly to the lark but is less supportive and not what I would choose first at this point. I’m due in March with my fourth and may be equally inclined to grab it when baby can fit because I do think it will be nice for a smaller baby but won’t last to 2 depending on size

Thread: "Solly Soft Carrier"

Made in china. Not that that means it’s poor quality but yeah, for that price I was thinking local labor.

Thread: "Am I looking for a unicorn? Hot weather, quick to put on, works with front and back carry. "

Second the mesh, I’m both in Mexico and Houston and the heat is getting up there! The mesh is great for keeping baby cool.

Thread: "Baby carriers?"

It depends on what you want to use them for, but my recommendation would be to get one that is more of a wrap and one that is more structured. The wrap is nice for baby carrying around the house or at events, and structured is nice for out and about in public or on walks/hikes. We got the baby bjorn mini carrier and borrowed a solly wrap from a friend.

Thread: "Fit check - Solly wrap on 10 day old. Is it too early to be wearing him?"

Good job ! It’s never too early, but also listen to your body! Often times we baby wear so we can get up and get things done and your body still needs lots of rest no matter how you birthed your babe. Strapping him or her on and doing lots of stuff can be straining on your healing body so start small! You are doing a wonderful job!

Thread: "Let’s talk BAD carriers"

Thick stretchy wraps like the Moby. All stretchy wraps sag, thick wraps can't be wrapped as snugly as thin wraps like the Solly wrap, and they end up sagging all the same but being much hotter.

Thread: "Ring Slings….WHY IS THIS SO DIFFICULT?!"

I like soft structured carriers, Tula is my favorite and solly baby wraps as well

Thread: "Newborn carrier that can be used from birth?"

I liked the solly a lot for my June baby. I had a moby for my first and it was a lot thicker (hotter) than the solly. I also love my linen ring sling. Used it from birth and still use it now at 19 mo

Thread: "Fit check - Solly wrap on 10 day old. Is it too early to be wearing him?"

Definitely not too early, and fit looks great. My three month old has loved wraps since I started using them at 1 week old!

Thread: "Is there a huge difference in brands of stretchy wraps?"

I can't help in discussing the differences, but for my perspective: I went for a Solly wrap simply because everyone said it was the least likely to make us overheat. I run warm, and worried about that. I liked how soft and stretchy it was, we didn't overheat, and I was able to easily resell it when baby got too big for it.

Thread: "Is Artipoppe worth it?"

No clue about the artipoppe but my best advice is to get two carriers. I have a Solly wrap that I use everyday and I got my husband a lillebaby one for Father’s Day. I like the Solly and he loves his. His is more structured so if we go on a walk without the stroller we use his. Baby likes both.

Thread: "Holy Grail Product."

1. My brest friend. I bought two in case I need to feed him in the car! It’s like a little baby shelf. I can feed him and carefully maneuver him around. Its so much easier to use than a squishy pillow. It’s helpful if I’m holding him upright because homefry is HEAVY without the little shelf support. It’s like a tushbaby but multipurpose lol. 2. Tula free to grow carrier. Doesn’t make me hot like a boba wrap, and I can actually move around and do stuff unlike the solly wrap. He loves it, and it’s the only way he naps during the day. Idk what we would do without it. 3. Graco swing - we tried a bouncer and he wasn’t into it. The swing lets me get my coffee in the morning and sometimes even eat breakfast.

Thread: "Solly vs Boba vs ?"

I had a boba and LOVED it and bought a solly because it's so much lighter in fabric. I could NOT figure out how to get the solly to fit correctly and I am pretty confident in the boba wrap. My newborn was VERY fussy so I was wearing my boba every day. I later realized the boba is 2 way stretch and the solly is 1. I just don't like the 1 way stretch so I bought a "lightweight" boba but it's still pretty warm. Definitely post a fit check!

Thread: "Best wrap for newborn?"

Second the Solly, loved it for both my kids.

Thread: "Ring sling recommendation?"

Sakura blooms are awesome. Another great option for a young baby is a solly wrap.

Thread: "Expecting dad wanting recommendations on baby carriers !"

If I had to do it all over again.. Tula Free to Grow (if you want to purchase one carrier and be done) Ergo embrace for newborn and Lenny Lamb lenny light as baby grows I did love my solly baby wrap during the newborn stage as well though. I just wouldn’t pay $70 again when I didn’t use it that long

Thread: "What is the best Wrap you've used/have? Pros/Cons to a wrap vs a Harness?"

Seconding the beluga baby wrap. I have a solly and a beluga and I prefer the beluga.

Thread: "Recs for baby carriers - what to look for? "

I’m still pregnant but was gifted a Tula Explore carrier, which I look forward to using! It’s pretty and seems to have good ratings and support. I intend to use a soft carrier (solly wrap) for the first bit of his life though, before switching to the more structured Tula. I’ve also tried on a friend’s ergobaby Omni 360 and baby bjorn and both felt good, although the baby had a preference for the baby bjorn (so something to bear in mind!). Facebook marketplace is great to try out carriers and maybe sell them if they don’t work for you! In terms of what to look out for, lumbar support is important to me because I hope to go on long walks with the baby and I don’t have the best back. Also think about whether you want your carrier to allow your baby to be world facing - some carriers have that feature while others don’t. I also know it’s a bit flippant but I did want a cute carrier!

Thread: "Best carrier?"

I was VERY intimidated by the wraps and said I would never try one but my son hated the structured carrier we had (bjorn mini) so I needed to do something. I bought a solly wrap and it did take a few tries to figure out, but he LOVED it and was so cozy. Now I think he’s a bit too heavy for me to wrap, so we purchased another carrier to use instead (wildbird aerial- currently sold out but I love it). If you are open to trying, I highly recommend the solly for when your baby is smaller.

Thread: "Fit check - Solly wrap on 10 day old. Is it too early to be wearing him?"

I’d definitely try legs out! My first baby we did the newborn hug til around 8 weeks but my second (who is now 7 months) was a little over 8lbs when she was born so we went straight to legs out!

Thread: "Fav baby carrier?"

I know its pricey, but we love the artipoppe. Used a Solly wrap in the beginning though. Baby was over 8lbs and 21.5 inches and was not comfy in the artipoppe until about 3 months (even though they claim newborn use). Now he literally screams and claps when he sees it come out lol. Loves it - so does my back 🤣

Thread: "Fav baby carrier?"

Thank you so much! Btw, do you have some youtubers or blogs to recommend for how to better master the baby wearing skills?

Thread: "Just buy the expensive baby carrier"

Does the lark have enough back support?

Thread: "Newborn carrier that can be used from birth?"

>Now I just have to decide which wrap (he's due in July) any favorites? I hear Moby, Boba and Solly thrown around a lot Honestly they are all pretty comparable. I'd go with whichever one you can get for cheap on FB marketplace.