BobaBaby Wrap Carrier – Original Baby Sling Carrier for Newborns (7–35 lbs), Soft, Secure, Hands-Free & Ergonomic, Ideal for Comfortable Bonding, New Parents (Grey)

I initially purchased the Balboa baby sling from BuyBuyBaby (my other favorite baby gear store) but returned it within one week because I hated it because my baby hated it! The sling was difficult to get right for my then 6 week old who was too young to put in that contraption - no matter how tight I made the sling (which for those of you who have tried it, once you make it that tight to fit a tiny tiny person, it is extremely difficult to get off - especially when your baby is wailing!) I tried that thing a few times during that week but I never felt comfortable that no matter what I was doing, my baby was breathing properly and that it was safe. So I returned it.I initially did NOT want a long wrap with lots and lots of fabric that I had to figure out what to do with. Not to mention that I was uncomfortable with the thought that the fabric might unravel and that I might drop my baby! But after failing at one of those pre-made slings, I had to try something that I could make on my own and women had been using for centuries to carry their little ones.So I did a little bit of research on wraps and slings and narrowed it down to this or the Moby wrap from Amazon. I don't remember what I saw that made me select the Boba over the Moby (price maybe) but I went with this. So far this product is amazing! This is my favorite item next to my baby's car seat, here's why:1. I can hold my baby super close to my heart and chest giving both me and my baby lots of comfort. I didn't realize how much I missed having that close connection with my baby during my pregnancy until I wore him in this for a couple of weeks and remembered that this little guy that i was hugging on the outside of my body was just inside my body a few short weeks ago.2. The color in grey is nice and subtle and sometimes when I wear this wrap, it looks like its a cool part of my outfit (not really but at least I don't feel like i'm wearing a backpack).3. I can wear the sling all day long. When I put baby in his car seat, I hop into the driver's seat and take off without unclipping/unwrapping/undoing anything. When I get to where I need to be, I just pop baby back in and we head off. I didn't realize how much mobility this offers me compared to a stroller but if you don't have one of these - you seriously need one.4. BEST thing to get baby to go to sleep. You can wear this 3 ways from what I've seen so far (infant hug hold, cradle hold, and baby hug hold -where the baby's legs are dangling from the bottom). I use this in the cradle hold to get my baby to sleep and tuck him in the fabric to hold his head secure and his body snug to mine. With a few bouncy bouncy bouncies on a quick 2 minute walk, my baby is out for his nap!I love the concept of this baby carrier, which is why i gave it 5 stars. However, I am on the lookout for a cooler version of the wrap for the summer time as the material doesn't breathe very much and after an hour walking with my son, he gets too hot and sweaty (for those of you who are trying to figure that out, when you are hot and sweaty, so is your baby because heat transfers when you are holding your baby).If you currently do not have a baby carrier and have a newborn or infant less than 12 weeks - I HIGHLY recommend the wrap. it is perfect for you and your baby and is probably easier to get him accustomed to being in this early on rather than later on.

I got the classic boba wrap, the moby, and the serenity boba, and I loved the serenity so much that I bought two more! My baby loves being held, and the other wraps I’ve tried have fabric that doesn’t stretch as much, making it less forgiving if you tie up too tight and super easy to use. The serenity is super lightweight and stretches around your baby’s body to help them feel more comfortable. I like that it is able to support all body shapes, and I can carry baby safely and easily without back pain unless I’ve tied it too loose and she starts sagging down. Fabric seems to be good quality. My only complaint, which really applies to all wraps, is that the tighter you tie the wrap the less space you have for your baby’s face to poke out. My baby gets overheated when their face is covered, so I’ve had to pull the shoulders down a bit to help her stay comfy.

Love this wrap! It’s a must have for the newborn stage where they just want to be held but you still have to get out and about with your toddler. Lifesaver!

Love this wrap! Material is soft and stretchy and baby is super snug in it. I wish it came in a shorter length, though. There is so much extra fabric; I have to wrap it around my waist multiple times and it creates extra bulk and weight.

Love this pattern! Bought this for my 3rd baby and love it. The stretch is great; it has a very cozy feel to it but doesn’t sag over time and stays nice and snug so baby is secure and cozy! Also makes a huge difference on your back to have a secure wrap that doesn’t sag.That material is a little on the warmer side so would definitely recommend for colder weather but might be a little warm for the summer months.

If you're thinking about baby wearing, do yourself a favor and buy this wrap. I'm a first time mom and I had registered for and received two different brands of expensive structured wraps. They turned out to be difficult to use and they were too big for my newborn so he ended up sitting way too low on my body and they were too long for me as I'm only 5 ft tall. I decided to purchase this wrap because I've got a velcro baby and I couldn't just sit on the couch all day holding him. Once you learn how to wrap it, it's so easy to use. I love that it's fully adjustable since you just tie it to fit your body and baby so I can keep using it as my baby grows. The material is super stretchy so it's easy to stretch the fabric around my baby to get him into the carrier without having to bend any of his limbs in an awkward angle and it doesn't lose that elasticity throughout each wear so hes never sagging and I can always kiss the top of his head. It's easy to travel with because it's literally just fabric so I can roll it up in the diaper bag and baby wear outside the house. I love that I can just throw it in the washer when it's dirty and this thing gets dirty because I can't even put my baby down to eat! I also dont experience any back pain with this wrap because the weight of my baby is evenly distributed through my shoulders and around my waist. My only issue is that my shoulders are narrow and the straps slip towards my neck so I have to fold the fabric inwards around my baby's face so its not covering his nose. This is the best money I have spent and it's been a lifesaver. I wear the boba wrap every single day for probably 75% of the day and it allows me to get things done around the house and take care of myself too. This is the #1 purchase I'd recommend for any new moms. Now if only I could convince my husband to learn how to use it too!EDIT August 2025:I was only able to use this baby carrier until my son was 3 months old. While it could still support his weight, I had to tie it quite tight so he wouldn't sag that it wasn't great for summer because we were pressed against each other so firmly that I would get overheated and sweaty in between us and he would fuss to get out. For the price, this carrier was absolutely worth it during the time I used it with my baby, as it allowed me to be hands free but still close to him all day. I plan on using this with my next baby too!