The Moby Wrap is a soft stretchy cloth baby carrier. It consists of a long length of cloth that must be tied around the mother's body. It can be used in a variety of holds and is quite comfortable and versatile.

Review: If you love using a sling you might want to try the Moby also. I like the Moby Wrap for longer wearing...like if I'm taking the kids to a museum or walking. It's more comfortable for long term wearing than  a sling since the fabric goes onto both shoulders and so baby's weight is distributed evenlyBut since it can't be adjusted as easily, I use it around the house (when I can lay baby down to tie the sling on) or for longer periods out of the house.

The Moby can be used for a child up to 35 pounds, and your baby can be held to your chest facing in or out, a "cradle" or nursing position, hip carry or even on your back.  Comes in a variety of colors.

Criticism: There is a tiny bit of a learning curve with this style carrier, but I found that I had it down by the 4th time by following the instructions, and could soon put the Moby on in seconds, even when I was out and about. You can purchase the Moby at Amazon.com or Peppermint.com

Another reviewer, Jennifer May of Seattle, WA, had this to say:

The Moby wrap is a child carrier that can be used in several different ways.  It is essentially a long piece of fabric that you wrap around your body and tie- then place the baby inside in your desired position.

I love the Moby wrap!!! We were given four different styles of carrier, and this is the only one that I use.  Baby wearing is so great for the baby- it helps newborns regulate their metabolism, heart rate, and temperature, it creates a stronger bond/attachement between mother and baby, it is super convenient (the baby is happy and calm and you have your hands free to go about your business), and many other great bonuses- read up on it to find out more.  The Moby wrap feels very secure- I have no fears about my son falling out or swinging out and hitting something (like the pouch type carriers).  It can be wrapped as tight or as loose as you like it- the ultimate adjustability for personal body shape, Moms, Dada, grandparents, older siblings, nannies, etc... One carrier fits every person, every baby, up to 45 pounds (I cannot attest to carrying an older child- I have only carried a newborn and a one year old). 

 

It is machine wash and dryable, has no buckles or straps to worry about, and comes in a plethora of colors to fit any style.  My son sleeps longest and best when he is in this sling- it holds him upright directly on my heart.  He is "swaddled" tightly, and upright and warm from my body heat and very secure.  I have recieved so many comments and compliments from this sling, I couldn't even begin to count them!!! (I work at a retirement home, and every time I wear my son, at least three women will tell me that they wish they had "a contraption like that" when they had their children.  If you have a young baby- I strongly recomment checking out the Moby wrap!!!


Learning how to wrap the Moby takes some getting used to- you have to read the manual or have someone show you.  It takes maybe 45 seconds to a minute to put on- which when the baby is screaming seems a lot longer:-) I tie it on and leave it for several hours to the whole day, taking my son in and out (when he is out it just kind of looks like a shawl type shirt).  However, if you don't want to do this, then this wouldn't be the sling to bring along on errands or grocery runs.