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The hardest decision when purchasing a wrap is what size should you choose, especially if it\u2019s your first wrap. It\u2019s not like buying a dress, when you know your confection size, and that\u2019s it. It\u2019s better to consider other viewpoints than your height and weight.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s some advice on how to choose between sizes.
\nFirst things first: answer these questions!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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1. Are you going to wear your baby exclusively, or is someone else in your family also going to do it?<\/b>
\nThere are obvious differences if the wrap is only for a slim, short mom, or if she is going to share the wearing of their baby with the burly dad. It\u2019s important to consider this in the beginning.
\nIf more than one person uses the wrap, keep the biggest (in height or in confection size) in mind when choosing it. It\u2019s easier to do something with the remaining fabric the shorter person will have than it is to make a wrap longer (because it\u2019s impossible).<\/div>\n

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2. What\u2019s the carrier person\u2019s T-shirt size?<\/b>
\nThis question relates to the previous one: the carrier person\u2019s body type influences the length of the wrap needed. Even though she\/he may be short, if she\/he wears bigger-sized clothes, the wrap should be longer. It can happen that a short, stocky mom and a tall, thin dad can use a wrap of the same size.<\/div>\n

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3. What\u2019s the child\u2019s size?<\/b>
\nIt goes without saying that there is a huge difference between a newborn and a toddler. Think about how tiny the new baby is with its average 3-4 kgs and 50-60 cms compared to a jumping, exploring toddler.
\nAside from some exceptions, we can generally say that a bigger child requires a longer wrap for the multiple-layered wrap-ways.<\/div>\n

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4. What are you going to use it for?<\/b>
\nMaybe you don\u2019t have any ideas yet, but you may have a preference in the beginning.
\nWhere will you carry your child \u2013 on the front, hip or back? The type of wrap-way matters, because, for example, a rucksack requires less fabric than a forward cross carry. Obviously, the longer the wrap is, the more wrap-ways you can try. But if you know exactly what type of wrapway you\u2019ll use, choose the wrap accordingly.<\/div>\n

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<\/span>What sizes are available?<\/span><\/div><\/div>[vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ el_width=”10″ accent_color=”#d7b98d” css=”.vc_custom_1537820263041{padding-top: 5px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
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Sizing<\/b>
\nThe Bellelelle wrap sizes are based on the international sizing system, and you can find sizes 4, 5, 6 and 7. Among the ring slings you can find sizes S and M. What do they mean?
\nSize 4: cc. 3.7 m
\nSize 5: cc. 4.3-4.4 m
\nSize 6: cc. 4.7-4.8 m
\nSize 7: cc. 5.3-5.4 m
\nRing Sling S: cc. 170 cm
\nRing Sling M: cc. 190 cm<\/p>\n

The sizes are the post-wash sizes. The slings are tapered, and the length means the shorter side of the sling measured from the ring.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Guidelines<\/b>
\nFor easier orientation, we\u2019ve made a table based on our and other babywearing parents\u2019 experiences. In the table you can find the basic wrap-ways and the necessary wrap sizes for different physiques. The sizes are based on female confection sizes. As you can see, there are two sizes shown, which are generally enough for the most of the wrap-ways. If you are willing to carry a toddler or have a bigger chest diameter than the average, it\u2019s worth choosing a longer wrap.
\nChoosing a ring sling is easier.
\nSize S: approximately 170 cms sling, recommended for short size XS-M persons.
\nSize M: approximately 190 cms sling, recommended for tall and persons above size M.<\/div>\n

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<\/span>Why is it a problem if the size is not fitting?<\/span><\/div><\/div>[vc_separator color=”custom” border_width=”3″ el_width=”10″ accent_color=”#d7b98d” css=”.vc_custom_1537820263041{padding-top: 5px !important;}”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n
If the wrap is too short, you cannot make a double knot, and it\u2019s dangerous for your baby. The simple knot can loosen during babywearing, and it can lead to dangerous situations. Never wear your baby without a proper knot! Over-long fabric under the knot can be frustrating for the carrier, because it can limit their free space when they are moving (climbing the stairs, using public transport); someone can step on it, or it can be caught. But too long is less of a problem than too short, because with some smart tricks you can hide the remaining material (for example, by wrapping it around your waist one more time).<\/span><\/div>\n

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