Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WIOW!  

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

This week we aren't going to cover a specific carry but something that is a great skill to master.  Nursing in a carrier.  This is not woven wrap specific, nursing can be done in any type of carrier.  Woven wrap, Soft Structured Carrier, Mei Tai, Ring Sling, Pouch, or Stretchy wrap.  Learning to correctly use a carrier and learning to nurse in a carrier can both be challenging.  I suggest learning to use your carrier correctly and well before attempting to learn to nurse in it.  Trying to learn both at the same time could be overwhelming and frustrating.  The links I am providing are for nursing with woven wraps but please feel free to ask if you would like a link for nursing in a different carrier.  Please don't hesitate to ask questions or post pictures for trouble shooting. 

Video Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrKNVZTTbJ0 This one shows multiple carries that work for nursing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN9KeZ9JuMU This one shows nursing a newborn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMrng7kp0gE This one show nursing in FCC upright and in cradle position

Picture Link:

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/285978645064387472/

Have fun and Happy Babywearing!

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WIOW!  

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

This weeks carry is a front torso carry.  This is a front carry that doesn't have any passes over the shoulder.  You need a base-2 up to a base size woven wrap for this carry.  This is one of my all time favorite front carries.  I love the freedom of having nothing on my shoulders.  I find this carry super comfy until my babies hit about 25lbs then I find I need a little more support from my shoulders for a front carry.  

Video Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tss9qEuAtqU

Have fun and Happy Babywearing!

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WIOW!  

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

This weeks carry is Kangaroo.  It is a two shouldered front carry that can be used for newborn through toddlers.  This carry needs woven wrap in base -2 or-3.  I use a size 3 or 4 woven wrap for this carry.  This carry can take a little while to perfect but once it clicks it is a fantastic carry to use.  One of the key things that helps me with this carry is to shrug my shoulder as I tighten each side.  

Video Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zywAD_38CU For a newborn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxaA-GNPbFo Reinforced with a longer wrap

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zHgWuxCRXg&index=6&list=PLV9HhyNJCn5BMB4XNCNr45-WimCuUBLQ1 Semi- pre tied kangaroo.

Have Fun and Happy Babywearing!

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WIOW!  

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

This week we are doing a combo.  Front Cross Carry, FCC and Short Cross Carry, SCC.  You will need your base size for FCC and base -2 for SCC  These carries are similar but SCC requires a ring. These are both two shoulder front carries that are pre-tied so you can pop baby in and out.   I love both of these carriers and they are one of my favorite to nurse in.

Video Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwAADLMirm4 FCC 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ifj_bBGYpwg FCC

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D88O86hiK0A SCC with a ring

Have Fun and Happy Babywearing!

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WIOW!  

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

  

This week's carry is the Front Double Hammock or FDH.  For this carry you will need a base or base +1 woven wrap, for me I need a size 6 or 7.  This is a two shoulder front carry that is great from newborn all the way up through toddlers.  This carry is super comfortable and supportive but takes some precise tightening to get it right. This is a carry you want to use for a longer duration not for a quick up.  

Video Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJly5wTJqeo  This video is done with a newborn.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ksz0nboYDvA This video is pre-tied with a toddler.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOOiKF2QDJk This video is done with an older baby, in between newborn and toddler.

Let us know what you think!

Have fun and happy babywearing!

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WOIW! 

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

This week's carry is Front reinforced torso rebozo aka FRTR.  For this carry you will need a base -2 woven wrap, for me that is a size 4.  This is a one shoulder front carry that stands out for carrying smaller babies, newborns through 6 months.  It ties off using the slipknot that we learned for Rebozo from two weeks ago, making is adjustable and great for nursing.  Let us know what you think. 

Video links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvML4LwH7xM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ULD9O94p0k

How to tie a Slipknot:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va30BaXw2a0

Photo Tutorial:

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/40602834116684919/

Have fun and happy babywearing!

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WOIW! 

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

This week's carry is Poppins.  For this carry you will need a base -2 size woven wrap, for me that is a size 4.  Poppins is a one shoulder hip or front carry.   It can be pre-tied and then pop baby in or you can wrap it around the baby.  This is a great carry for newborns up through toddlers.  It is also one of the prettiest carries, showing off both sides of wraps!

Video Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALgrqgmiZc0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JPD5of0xam4

Photo Tutorial:

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/451345193879771748/

Have fun and happy babywearing!

Working on It Wednesday 9/9/2015

Working On It Wednesday #woiw

Welcome to the blog edition of WOIW! 

We will be posting the woiw with as much information as we can here, then we hope you will pop on over to our facebook group and share your photos there!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/BWIofSTLGateway/

Each week we will choose one carry to play with, practice and perfect!! What better way to experience and expand our babywearing bag of tricks!!
Practice the carry, play with it enjoy!! Post pics!!!
#woiw #BWIGateway

This weeks carry we are going to work on is Rebozo. For this carry you will need a short woven wrap, size 1,2, or 3 would be ideal.  Rebozo is a one shoulder hip or front carry depending on the size of your baby that is tied off with a slip knot.  It is a one pass carry this is great for quick ups and downs.  It is also an easy carry to nurse in.  This carry can be used from newborn to toddlers.  This carry is also poppable which means you can pre-tie and pop baby in and out without unwrapping.

Video Links:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yZghA4q7BQ

https://www.youtube .com/watch?v=eE9TSaGrPHc

Video Link for How to tie a slipknot: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Va30BaXw2a0

Picture tutorial for a slipknot: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/40602834116684919/

Have fun and Happy Babywearing!

Challenge DAY THIRTY!!!!! #30!

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE BE FINISHED!

May the wrappee be calm and patient, one last time! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a
spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be
confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!







You DID IT!!! #30daysofrings!  Here it is the prize package you have been waiting for!
A Ring Wallet Handmade and donated by Jamie Fox for Eli and Captain,
and a full set of rings and a window decal from BWI St. Louis Gateway!

Challenge DAY Twenty-Nine! #29

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some
general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a
spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be
confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.



Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 

Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY Twenty-Eight! #28

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some
general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a
spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be
confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.



Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 

Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY Twenty-Seven! #27

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some
general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a
spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be
confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.



Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 

Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY Twenty-Six! #26

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some
general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a
spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be
confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.



Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 

Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY TWENTY-FIVE! #25

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY TWENTY-FOUR! #24

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY TWENTY-THREE! #23

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY TWENTY-TWO! #22

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY TWENTY-ONE! #21

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY TWENTY! #20

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY NINETEEN! #19

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY EIGHTEEN! #18

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Callenge Day SEVENTEEN #17

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Callenge Day SIXTEEN #16

Challenge Day Sixteen!

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway
Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge Day FIFTEEN #15

Challenge Day Fifteen!

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY FOURTEEN #14

Challenge DAY Fourteen #14

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!

Challenge DAY THIRTEEN! #13

Challenge DAY Thirteen #13

LET THE RING FINISH CHALLENGE GO ON!

May the wrappee be calm and patient! See link for full details.

Welcome to DAY Thirteen!

Some general safety reminders always practice new back carries with either a spotter or near a soft surface. For new wrappers you should be confident in both front and hip carries before trying a back carry.

Not sure you are ready, that's OK repeat one of your favorite DAYS 1-11 and repeat! 
Follow our YouTube Channel Here : 30 Day Ring Challenge!

We would love to see photos in the Facebook Group! 

#30daysofrings #bwigateway

Follow the wrapping instructions found in this video, then go post your results!