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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Compact, portable and ideal for public transport, baby carriers make a great alternative to pushchairs and travel systems, particularly for newborns and younger babies. While it’s perhaps a costly choice for the relatively short period of use and less adjustable than the Ergobaby Omni 360, it’s far more portable, with the option to stash in a changing bag or pushchair basket when not in use.

Our testers loved the built-in loops for toys, teethers or dummies and the integrated storage for stashing your keys and phone, but it’s not as easy to clean as some carriers - with spot-clean-only fabric that could become stained over time. Despite some of these challenges, the Nuna Cudl is an ergonomic choice, confirmed as 'hip healthy' by the Hip Dysplasia Institute and creating a frog-legged sitting position with good hip and spine alignment. With well-padded shoulder straps that won’t rub or dig in and a wide secure waist belt that ensures good weight distribution, the Nuna Cudl provides a comfortable carrying experience for parents, even over a longer duration.

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It’s advisable to ask a sling library or consultant to give you demo so you can breastfeed a newborn confidently. Our tester with a younger baby didn’t feel her baby was secure while breastfeeding in the sling and noted that she wouldn’t feel confident walking around while doing so either.

Usually parents use Moby Wrap and Boba Wrap for the first 12 months, some moms were able to use it even up to 18 months of age.

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There’s no specific age when you must stop using a baby wrap. Instead, refer to a wrap’s specific guidelines around height and weight. Speaking from my experience, I think that Boba is better than Moby Wrap if you want to nurse while babywearing. It’s perfect for babywearing for longer periods, long-distance walks where the baby can get hungry. Boba is more nursing-friendly than Moby Wrap. Thanks to elastic fabric it’s easier to adjust. If you worry that Original Boba will make you hot or won’t be suitable for summer, choose Boba Serenity or Organic version.