FAQ

The woven wrap is available in 4 lengths: size 2 short, size 4 medium, size 6 regular, size 7 extra.

To choose the right size wrap, consider the following:

• What types of knots do you want to use?
• How tall are you and your baby?
• How thick are the clothes you want to wear under the wrap?
• Where do you want to tie the knot?

People of all sizes can follow the Chimpäroo tying guide. If you are larger, you may need to choose a larger size or request a custom-made wrap. Custom-made products are available at Chimparoo!

Descriptions and instructions are available on each of our product pages: Traditional woven wrap, Stretch wrap, Air-O wrap.

Watch these instructions on video! All of our instructional videos are available on our YouTube channel. 

Size 2 is used for simple knots that are tied in a ring shape around the body. These knots are called “hammock,” “pocket,” or “sling.” This knot can be worn on one shoulder with the baby sitting on your stomach, sitting on your hip, or on your back. For safety reasons, it is not recommended to place the size 2 wrap in the cradle position. You can tilt it for breastfeeding depending on the baby's health and under supervision. It can also be tied under the shoulders, across the chest in the African style, and as a headband. The headband is practical when it is hot. It is lightweight and keeps the shoulders free. It is perfect for skin-to-skin contact! It is also practical in summer for easy carrying on the back. The short wrap can also be used with a pair of rings. The rings are accessories sold separately. 

Descriptions and instructions are available on each of our product pages: Traditional woven wrap, Stretch wrap, Air-O wrap.

Watch these instructions on video! All of our instructional videos are available on our YouTube channel. 

Size 4 is a small wrap mainly used for kangaroo carries and more enveloping hammock carries. It is more versatile than the short size. When used for headbands or hammocks, it envelops and supports the legs more with the addition of a cross carry. A very small person can also do an enveloping cross carry with their newborn. Kangaroo knots take the form of small bags that go over each shoulder, cross at the back, and sink under the baby's bottom. A person of small stature can cross the fabric between the baby's legs before tying the knot on the other side. The kangaroo knot can be worn on the front, hip, or back. The advantage of kangaroo knots over hammock knots is that the baby's weight is better distributed across the wearer's body, on each shoulder, making it more comfortable to carry.

Descriptions and instructions are available on each of our product pages: Traditional woven wrap, Stretch wrap, Air-O wrap.

Watch these instructions on video! All of our instructional videos are available on our YouTube channel. 

Size 6 is the regular wrap. It is the most popular wrap due to its versatility. It suits most people. It can be used to perform all the tying techniques shown for people of small to large stature. For larger people, the size 7 extra wrap is the most suitable. The longer the wrap, the more ways there are to tie it so that the weight is distributed across the whole body. This makes it more comfortable. For long periods of carrying and for carrying a baby that is gaining weight, a longer wrap is more suitable. The wrapped cross carry is the basic tie we demonstrate in most of our videos and is taught by most babywearing instructors as the first tie to try. It is very safe, fairly easy to adjust, and extremely comfortable. Check out the videos to learn how to do it—it's worth it! With size 6, you can also do all the other carries, kangaroo carries, hammock carries, headbands, and even use rings. 

Descriptions and instructions are available on each of our product pages: Traditional woven wrap, Stretch wrap, Air-O wrap.

Watch these instructions on video! All of our instructional videos are available on our YouTube channel. 

Size 7 extra is a very long wrap and is the most versatile. It is used by larger people who want to perform all the knots shown. It may also be suitable if the person in question has certain needs. For example, it allows twins to be carried in a front cross wrap. When wearing a coat in winter, it can sometimes be difficult to tie a regular wrap over the coat. The thickness of the clothing can affect the length of the wrap. If you carry your baby in front in a wrapped cross carry, for most people of average height, the knot will be at the back. Having the knot at the back can be uncomfortable when sitting. Having a longer wrap can make the difference in being able to place the knot in front of you. Of course, the longer the wrap, the more cumbersome and warmer it is. There are pros and cons to consider when choosing the length of your wrap! Ideally, you should have wraps in several lengths so that you have a wrap for every need.

Descriptions and instructions are available on each of our product pages: Traditional woven wrap, Stretch wrap, Air-O wrap.

Watch these instructions on video! All of our instructional videos are available on our YouTube channel. 

The cross twill woven wrap has an average weight of 200 g/m2. There may be slight differences in color and production from one batch to another. In our experience, even though we use the same yarn and supplier for each wrap, the density of the wrap can vary. The dyeing of the yarn can also change the thickness and flexibility of each product.

Chimparöo baby carriers support the baby's back by keeping them in an ergonomic sitting position, whether they are positioned on the front, hip, or back of the wearer. This means that their hips, back, and neck are in a position that is conducive to their development and appropriate for their age and growth.

At birth, a baby's spine is very curved and not mature enough to remain upright. Their muscles are also not yet developed. Babies must therefore be well supported in a more curved position that takes into account the fact that they cannot sit up without help. Make sure that their knees are pulled up high and that their bottom is positioned at the bottom of the baby carrier. This position is often called the M position or squatting position. Ideally, the baby's feet should be pointing downwards. By tilting the baby's pelvis slightly forward, their spine curves, ensuring that their neck is in the correct position and their head is supported and can rest on the wearer's body. At around 6 months, the spine develops its lumbar curve and the baby's muscles enable them to maintain a sitting position.

We discuss this topic in more detail in one of our articles. Read our article here.

Knowing the correct positioning of the baby's legs makes all the difference when it comes to positioning a baby correctly in a baby carrier. The wrap allows you to position the baby perfectly with the ideal spread. The baby's hips should not be spread apart and should be well bent with a spread of about 90 degrees. This squatting or M-shaped position is similar to the fetal position. Chimpäroo's adjustable baby carriers minimize the spread of the baby's legs. Carefully follow the instructions for each baby carrier. The Meh Dai has cords above the waistband to reduce the width of the model. The full seat panel of the EvöAir and Trek 2.0 can be adjusted in width with an indicator for the baby's age. The PöpNgo requires a small booster cushion, included, which places the newborn's legs folded inside.

We discuss this topic in more detail in one of our articles. Read our article here.

Pressure on the spine may be applied if the side straps are too tight or if the baby's pelvis is not tilted forward enough to properly round the spine. The baby should not be pressed stomach to stomach. Their knees should be raised so that their pelvis tilts forward.

Properly tied wrap perfectly respect the curved shape of a newborn's spine. The same is true for the Meh Dai. The Multi 2.0 does not put any pressure on the baby's body if the baby is positioned correctly and the side straps are not too tight. The best structured baby carriers for supporting the spine of a newborn are the EvöAir and the Trek 2.0. With their waist belt fastening system, there is no pressure on the spine.

In any case, carrying your baby facing forward is not recommended before 6 months of age or for long periods of time. It is best to limit forward-facing carrying to around 20 minutes.

There are several reasons why we limit the duration of this position. First of all, it is more tiring for the baby to be facing the world. In this position, the baby is very stimulated because they are exposed to the unknown and all kinds of images, situations, and faces. This can be stressful, and they don't have the opportunity to comfort themselves against you. Also, their head is not as well supported in this position as in other positions, and it will require more effort for them to hold it up. They will tire more quickly. If they move around a lot and tend to stand up, you may need to reposition their legs to put them back in a comfortable sitting position with their knees up. Be sure to check the circulation in their legs and don't overstimulate your baby. It's also important to note that the facing-out position is heavier for the wearer and puts more strain on your shoulders and back. 

Considering the ergonomic position that is beneficial for the development of the baby's hips and back, it is not advisable to start facing the world before the age of 6 months. It is more difficult to maintain a sitting position with the knees pulled up without the support of the carrier's body under the legs.

The Multi 2.0 is definitely the most ergonomic carrier on the market for front-facing positions. It allows for ideal spacing and proper positioning of the hips in a flexed position. It has even won the Mom's Choice Award for its exceptional qualities. A well-adjusted woven wrap can also provide a good ergonomic seat for the baby, but it is the most difficult position to execute perfectly. It takes a little more skill and a good knowledge of positioning and tying techniques to place a wrap correctly. The EvöAir and PöpNgo offer a correct seat, but the PöpNgo is a little wider and the EvöAir provides less support. 

The EvöAir's fastenings have been specially designed to meet the latest recommendations on the optimal position for newborns in their first months of life. Thanks to the tension of the support straps under the buttocks, the newborn's spine is naturally rounded without creating excessive tension in the middle of their back. Too much tension in the back could flatten the spine. This would cause the head to fall backward and the pelvis to drop downward. Many structured baby carriers that fasten at the sides do not allow for an optimal, ergonomic position for the baby in the first few months of life. The EvöAir does!