COTW #30 - Wiggleproof Back Carry

by Aline Kelly

 

This carry is aptly named - this is a very secure carry for wigglers, leaners, kickers, and leg straighteners. It has multiple passes and requires a long wrap, usually a 6 or 7. With lots of leg and back reinforcement, your thrashing baby or toddler isn't going anywhere in this carry. 

General instructions:

- Get baby onto your back and bring both tails over your shoulders. Create a good seat. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDeWlZaDH28

- Bring one side of the wrap under your arm, under baby's knee, spread the wrap across his back and bum, and up and over your opposite shoulder.

- Repeat on the other side.

- Tie under bum or do regular leg passes and tie in front. (the videos illustrate additional finishing options)

Video instructions:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UpxQQqcfRmQ (CosyBabyHappyMommy)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoTKVJ8HKEw (TheAmanda0224) - with Candy Cane chest belt

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2t1USXvB6TQ (Penny Bond) - knotless "kimono" finish

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a3iMvGo3RU (Briannaborntobeworn) - 3 tie-offs (Tied under bum, Tied in front, Tied Tibetan)