WRAP TIPS AND VIDEO GUIDES

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On this page you will find tips and video guides on how to tie a wrap, both with a knot or with rings.
Our handwoven wrap rebozos are soft 100% cotton woven wraps with diagonal stretch for maximum support for baby and mother/partner. To carry your child from 0-5 years.
Wraps: Size 4-6 is length between 3.70 meters to 4.70 meters and is called a wrap. Ties over both shoulders.
Vikle Emma Grey Sand Rebozo - Back Wrap Cross Carry ved havet

♥ By choosing authentic handwoven rebozos from Rebozo Copenhagen, you support artisans in keeping their craft tradition and local communities alive. Our rebozos are woven under social responsibility with gender equality and with less environmental impact, as they are woven with hand and foot power on a pedal loom. It takes 2-3 days to weave a rebozo wrap.

Suggestions for tying the wrap
Wrap tips and video guides
About wraps - Questions and answers
Safety and washing instructions

Suggestions for different bindings of wraps

Rebozo for wrap - size 4-6: You can make these different bindings/babywearings:

(You can make a few wraps with size 1-3. If you wear size xs, s or m and buy size 3, you can make more wraps, as you can see in the chart below.*)
Size 1: (Length 2.20 meters) Back carrying
Size 2: (Length 2.85 meters) Back wrap and Short ruckless bikini (RBC)
Size 3: (Length 3.00 meters): Back wrap, Short ruckless bikini (RBC), *If you wear clothing size XS, S or M: Double Hammock Carry (DH), Front Cross Carry, Kangaroo Carry, Poppins Carry and Rucksack Carry, (Candy Cane Chest Belt).
Size 4: (Length 3.70 metres): Back Carry, Short Ruckless Bikini (RBC), Front Wrap Cross Carry (FWCC), Back Wrap Cross Carry, Pocket Wrap Cross Carry and Hip Wrap Cross Carry. Double Hammock Carry (DH), Front Cross Carry, Kangaroo Carry, Poppins Carry and Rucksack Carry, (Candy Cane Chest Belt).
Size 5: (Length 4.20 meters): Short ruckless bikini (RBC), Front Wrap Cross Carry (FWCC), Back Wrap Cross Carry, Pocket Wrap Cross Carry and Hip Wrap Cross Carry. Double Hammock Carry (DH), Front Cross Carry, Kangaroo Carry, Poppins Carry and Rucksack Carry, (Candy Cane Chest Belt).
Size 6: (Length 4.70 meters): Short ruckless bikini (RBC), Front Wrap Cross Carry (FWCC), Back Wrap Cross Carry, Pocket Wrap Cross Carry and Hip Wrap Cross Carry. Double Hammock Carry (DH), Front Cross Carry, Kangaroo Carry, Poppins Carry and Rucksack Carry, (Candy Cane Chest Belt).
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Tips and video guides for rebozo wraps

- to carry your child (0-5 years)

A safe and secure nest - the baby remembers the womb

Benefits:

Babies are in a safe place, cry less and sleep more heart to heart or on their mother's back. They feel her breath, her heart and remember the womb. Babies who are in close contact with their mother/father are more comfortable, calm and feel secure. A rebozo is safe and ergonomically correct. It provides optimal support for a growing baby's head and spine.

When:

From newborn and while the child is small, it provides security, calm and closeness.

Binding/Babywearing in photo:

Wrap: Kangaroo Carry - Newborn baby - 5 years. Model: Rebozo Emma Turquoise - wrap size 4-6 - see item.

VIDEO GUIDE: BINDING OF KANGAROO CARRY

WRAP - From 0-5 years

In this video you can see how easy it is to tie a kangaroo carry - wrap, when you are experienced. It is a wrap that very easy to tie, which imitates the safe and secure kangaroo mother's purse. Research has shown that wearing baby on the body has a positive effect on the health and viability of babies. We always recommend that you practice a little beforehand, for example with a pillow instead of your baby.
Take your time with the newborn and until the baby is fully capable of supporting its own head securely in relation to constantly remember the head and neck support for baby while tying the wrap.
Follow our safety guide for your baby's safety and for optimal use of your rebozo. See safety and washing instructions - click here
Tips: Fold a cloth into the fabric of the sling behind the neck/back of the head of the newborn baby for even more support and security.

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Reduces colic and reflux and helps baby's digestive system.

Benefits:

In a rebozo wrap, belly-to-belly and vertical position aids digestion and reduces colic. It also relieves reflux, where babies get acid reflux from the throat and vomit a lot.
You can make skin-to-skin contact - also called Kangaroo Care, where the newborn is carried in "a pouch" like a kangaroo mother. Remember, always to wash a new wrap before use: for cleanliness and the fabric stretch can "settle into place" with optimal support and softness. (Researcher Dr. Edgar Rey Sanabria implemented skin-to-skin/kangaroo care in the 1970s and immediately saw a decrease in both infections and improved viability in newborns.)

When:

For babies with colic (colic baby), baby with reflux and newborns in general. How long at a time can you carry the baby? - Read more in our safety guide - see here.

Binding/Babywearing in photo:

Wrap: Front Wrap Cross Carry (FWCC) - Newborn baby. Model: Rebozo Emma Sand - wrap size 4-6 - see item. You can also use kangaroo carry.

VIDEO GUIDE: BINDING OF FWCC - closing with ring

WRAP - From 0-5 years

In this video you can see how easy it is to tie a front wrap cross carry - wrap, with ring closure, when you are experienced. FWCC is a beautiful and popular wrap binding/babywearing that provides maximum support, and is easy to tie with a rebozo wrap. We always recommend that you practice a little beforehand, for example with a pillow instead of your baby.
NOTE: But take your time with the newborn and until the baby is fully capable of supporting its own head securely meanwhile always keep continuously supporting your baby's head and neck while tying the wrap.
Follow our safety guide for your baby's safety and for optimal use of your rebozo. See safety and washing instructions - click here
Tips: Fold a cloth into the fabric of the sling behind the neck/back of the head of the newborn baby for even more support and security.

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Strengthens motor and social development - without overstimulation

Benefits:

Enhances the child's motoric development. By staying at the same height as mom/dad/partner the baby is easily integrated into social life. The baby feels comfortable looking without being overstimulated.
For babies/toddlers, tie the wrap so the fabric supports the neck/back of the head - until the child is fully capable of holding its own head securely. For example, for binding/babywearings that cross over the child's back, it should go up around the back of the child's head.
With an older baby, who is fully capable of supporting its head securely and can easily sit without "sinking" and maybe also is able to crawl (from about 8-9 months), you can choose to have one arm free or both, so that the child can better follow what is happening and strengthen his motor skills.
When:
From baby is fully capable of supporting its own head and up to 5 years.

Binding/Babywearing in photo:

Fold: Reinforced Rear Rucksack: We recommend only from about 8 months when the child is fully capable of supporting its own head safely and has a strong back musculature. Model: Rebozo Emma Green Mint - wrap size 4-6 - see item.

LINK: TO THE BINDING OF THE REINFORCED REAR RUCKSACK

WRAP - From baby is fully capable of supporting its own head securely (approx. from 8-9 months) up to 5 years

Here is a link to a you-tube video where you can see how to tie a reainforced rear rucksack wrap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pBPsQHy1ZDM
NOTE: Once the child is fully capable of supporting its own head securely, it can be carried on the back, but remember back support for the child and cover as much of his back with smoothed, firm and smooth-fitting the rebozo fabric. Swaddle the baby's arms, and the baby's hands should be up by its face. If the child masters sitting on its own and has built up strong back muscles, it can be carried with one or both arms free.
Follow our safety instructions. See safety and washing instructions - click here
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Stimulation of premature babies - psycho-emotional and physical development

Benefits:

In preterm birth (premature baby), body contact between mother and baby helps to enhance psycho-emotional and physical development. A rebozo is safe and ergonomically correct. It provides optimal support for a growing baby's head and spine.
You can make skin-to-skin contact - also called Kangaroo Care, where the newborn is carried in "a pouch" like a kangaroo mother. Remember, always to wash a new wrap before use: for cleanliness and the fabric stretch can "settle into place" with optimal support and softness. (Researcher Dr. Edgar Rey Sanabria implemented skin-to-skin/kangaroo care in the 1970s and immediately saw a decrease in infections and improved viability in newborns.)
When:
In premature babies (preterm infants). Read our safety guide: click here.

Binding/Babywearing for newborns and premature babies:

Rebozo wrap: baby should be on mother's tummy/chest facing mother/father/partner. It is important that you follow our safety guide - click here. The baby's neck and the back of its head must be supported by the rebozo, and it is important that you regularly check that the baby has a free airway and that the fabric is firm and smooth around the baby's back so that the baby does not "sink". If you follow the safety instructions, there is no limit to how much you can carry your baby - see the range of rebozos for wraps here.
Suggestions for wrap bindings/wearings: Kangaroo carry and front wrap cross carry.

VIDEO GUIDE: BINDING OF FRONT WRAP CROSS CARRY

WRAP WITH KNOT CLOSURE- From 0-5 years

In this video you can see how to tie a front wrap cross carry - wrap. This video is based on head and neck support for a newborn. You can wear your child in this wrap from 0-5 years. It is a beautiful and popular binding that provides maximum support, and is easy to tie with a rebozo as a wrap. We always recommend that you practice a little beforehand, for example with a pillow instead of your baby.
Follow our safety guide for your baby's safety and for optimal use of your rebozo. See safety and washing instructions - click here
Tips: Fold a cloth into the fabric of the sling behind the neck/back of the head of the newborn baby for even more support and security.

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More freedom with hands free for chores and on the move

Vikle Emma Grey Sand Rebozo - Back Wrap Cross Carry ved havet

Benefits:

You have more freedom with your hands free to do different things and chores, while your child can follow along and not feel left out. Very convenient way in terms of transport, when it needs to be easy and less stuff to carry around. You can easily go for a walk, go shopping or enjoy a walk in nature etc. You can also use your sling or wrap to lull the baby to sleep while it feels safe by its caregiver.
When you're not carrying your child, you can easily fold the rebozo, which takes up little space, and tie it around the handle or put it into your bag, or you can wrap it around you as a scarf or shawl. So you have it at hand whenever you need to carry your child.
When:
From the age of 0-5.

Bindings/Babywearings in the photos:

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About wraps - questions and answers

The difference between a wrap and a sling:

A sling is shorter in length than a wrap. A sling is long enough to be tied over one shoulder and a back carry where a wrap is long enough to be tied over two shoulders.
At Rebozo Copenhagen we sell rebozos for slings in the lengths: 2,20 meters, 2,85 meters and 3,00 meters.
We sell rebozos for wraps in the lengths: 3,70 meters, 4,20 meters and 4,70 meters.
- All our rebozos size 1-3 have multifunction: carry sling from newborn (from 3200 grams) 0-5 years, scarf and for rebozo massage (pregnant massage).
Here you can read about the benefits of choosing a wrap from Rebozo Copenhagen.

The advantage of choosing a wrap from Rebozo Copenhagen

Our rebozos size 4-6 fit in length to tie a wrap, which you tie over two shoulders. They are similar to a woven wrap with diagonal stretch, but because they are handwoven and of particularly high quality, they are much easier to tie.
They feel light and airy, but have the same grams per square meter = 270 grams per square meter. They are very strong and durable, so you can safely use your rebozo to wrap your child from 0-5 years.
Our 100% cotton rebozo wraps are soft, durable, allergy friendly, lead moisture away from the body, warm when it's cool and cool when it's warm.

It is an advantage to choose a handwoven rebozo for the wrap or sling

Rebozo wraps are safe, ergonomic and high quality

Several studies show that newborns and small children need to be as close to their parents as possible for better mental-emotional, and for physical development. A rebozo wrap forms a wonderful and perfect nest for your baby. It provides optimal support for a growing baby's head and spine.

Keeps baby calm and happy

Babies who are in close contact with their mother/father are more comfortable, calm and secure. The baby feels comfortable looking without being overstimulated. By staying at the same height as mom/dad/partner the baby is easily integrated into social life. You can breastfeed, bottle-make or do other things with your hands free.

Reduces Colic

In a rebozo wrap, belly-to-belly and vertical position aids digestion and reduces colic.
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When talking about the difference between stretch wraps and woven wraps in general, the difference is:
En stretch wrap has much more stretch in the fabric. This means that it is easier to tie than a regular woven wrap and the baby can be placed in the wrap after you have tied it. There are two types of stretch wraps: one type stretches only one way - lengthwise, the other stretches both ways - length and width. Because of its stretch, it cannot carry as much weight as a woven wrap, as it is not "firm" enough. That's why stretch wraps are mostly used for newborns. As opposed to a woven wrap, which can carry both baby and a small child up to 20 kg.
En woven wrap provides maximum support for both mother and baby. A woven wrap has diagonal stretch, which makes the fabric more firm and thus provides a lot more support than a stretch wrap. It can therefore also carry a heavier child and you can carry your child for a long time. A woven wrap distributes the weight differently than a stretch wrap and provides more support, therefore it is ergonomically better for mother and child and you can carry your child for longer periods of time without back pain. A woven wrap can be tied in many different ways. It also looks very pretty. There are bindings that are easy and better for beginners and then there are also more advanced ones that are for the experienced.
When tying a woven wrap the baby should be placed on the stomach/chest first, where you then tie the wrap around the baby. It takes a little practice, which we recommend you do with e.g. a pillow first. The baby can be carried on the front of the stomach/chest or on the back/back carrier. When carrying on the back in a wrap, you put the cloth on the child and get the child on its back, then you tie the wrap. You can see more examples of binding/babywearing in our video guides below on this page.

The difference compared to a rebozo wrap as a woven wrap

A rebozo wrap has several similarities with a regular woven wrap. It has diagonal stretch and maximum support. It weighs the same as other woven wraps - 270 grams per square metre. It is also tied around the child as a starting point and can be tied in many different ways.

A handwoven rebozo wrap: maximum support for mother and baby, easy to tie and at the same time very soft

The Rebozo wrap from Rebozo Copenhagen differs in that it is handwoven on a pedal loom - not on a factory assembly line. Knowledge of the weaving technique of the rebozo has been passed down through many generations and is a proud family tradition for artisans in Mexico. Our wrap is very much both durable and strong in its structure, but unlike regular woven wraps it doesn't feel stiff or very firm. It provides maximum support, yet feels easy to tie and is very soft. That's why many people are delighted and surprised when they try our rebozos compared to other woven wraps. For the difference is clearly felt.
Because our rebozos are so soft and easy to tie, while providing ergonomically correct and secure support, our rebozos can be used from newborn and up to 5 years. Regular woven wraps are usually used from 6 months.
You can see our selection of beautiful rebozos for wraps here:
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You can buy an authentic handwoven rebozo in our webshop. We work with various artisans who have passed down their expertise through generations. Each features their local family workshop in Mexico with the family's chosen colours, texture and finished fringe knotted/tied by hand in the family's unique design.

Choose from rebozo with multifunction or rebozo for wrap:

Handwoven rebozo with multifunction: Scarf, carrying sling and for rebozo massage - all in one rebozo:
Size 1-3 is length between 2.20 meters to 3.00 meters and is called a sling. Tied over one shoulder.
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Handwoven rebozo for wrap: Soft 100% cotton woven wrap with diagonal stretch. From the age of 0-5:
Size 4-6 is length between 3.70 meters to 4.70 meters and is called a wrap. Ties over both shoulders.
We share some tips and instructions on this page for tying wraps as well as a safety guide and washing instructions.
You can also search for courses and classes with sling guidance. For example, there are many maternity activities where some of the classes have sling guidance/wrap guidance. You can also contact a sling guide/coach who will advise and show you how to tie slings and wraps.
You are also welcome to contact us. We can refer you to a sling guide.
On this page you can find tips and video guides for tying wraps. Have fun ♥
You can finish your binding with a knot or with 1-2 rings. We have not heard anyone use the term ring wrap, but it is possible to close/tie a wrap with a ring. You can see it in one of our videos.
We recommend that you read our safety guide before tying and carrying your child in slings or wraps. You can see our safety guide here:
Read the safety instructions
It is important that you wash your product before use to ensure that the fabric is completely clean and to allow the fabric to 'set' in place so that the rebozo is fully functional and soft and easy to tie and apply. If you follow our washing instructions, there's a good chance you'll have your rebozo for a lifetime with all the good memories it holds. You can see our washing instructions here:
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Safety and washing instructions

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

  • Distance: you should be able to kiss the child's head. The rebozo must support the child's neck/back of the head. Between the child's head- from the chin to its chest, 2 adult fingers should be able to fit under the child's chin. To ensure free airways. Check this regularly.
  • The child's hands up by its face.
  • Free airways, the child's face, nose and mouth must not be covered.
  • Round the back of the child, make sure the fabric is smoothed and firm up the child's back.
  • Frog position - Frog position: knees above/raised above buttocks.

We recommend that you occasionally check that the baby is at a good temperature, neither too hot nor too cold. Check the baby's neck by feeling it: If it is warm and wet/sweaty, the baby is too warm. Then you can take a break from carrying the baby or take off some clothes or wear skin-to-skin. If the neck is cold, the baby is too cold. Put on some more clothes on the baby. The baby's neck should be warm and reasonably dry.

It is recommended to carry the child facing the mother/father/partner for safety and to avoid too many impressions - up to 8-9 months at least before turning the child outwards or carrying it on the back.
Choosing a rebozo for a sling or wrap and following our safety instructions will ensure an ergonomically correct position for your baby, and as such there are no restrictions on how long baby can sit in the sling or wrap. You should go with what you feel most comfortable with on your baby's behalf. ♥
A rebozo can also be called a kind of baby carrier, as it is used to carry the baby and can be made adjustable with slip-knot knots or rings. As it has a woven stretch and follows the movements of mother and baby, it is more comfortable and gentle on baby's spine when used as a sling or wrap.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS

Wash the product before use*: For cleanliness and for the stretch of the fabric to "set". Tie the fringes together with a hair elastic and wash at 30º.

*Do not tumble dry.

WAVE: Hang to dry "in waves" - over 4 clotheslines. It is best for the rebozo. *We recommend that you use a mild and unscented detergent/washing powder. E.g. labelled with "Svanemærket" and "Astma-Allergi Danmark".)
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Rebozo multifunction for rebozo massage - size 1-3

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Rebozo for wrap - size 4-6

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