by Joyce Slaton posted in Products

Whether you live in a location with cold wintry blowing winds or nonstop ice and snow, a stretchy baby carrier is just the thing to keep your newborn cozy. Here are our 5 faves for the winter months, and videos that show how to put each on, so you can pick the method that appeals to you.

1. Boba Wrap
So beloved by BabyCenter moms that it was a Best Baby Carrier finalist for 2017, this snuggly wrap is made of 95 percent cotton with 5 percent spandex for a little stretch, and holds your baby from birth to 30 pounds or 36 months, whichever comes first. Like many wrap carriers, the Boba takes a little practice to get on comfortably. Parents say about the Boba: "Criss cross, cross tie. Done. I can get this wrap on while holding the baby, or if I'm lucky enough to be able to put him down, i can get it on within 30 seconds." "My 2 month old loves this wrap and I take him everywhere in it; the grocery store, baseball games, around the house, etc. It's helped so much during his fussy times, we cannot live without it." Here's how to put it on:
Buy it: $40

2. Moby Wrap
Another Best Baby Carrier finalist for 2017, the Moby, like the Boba, takes some practice to get right. Once you do, though, you may find yourself using the Moby well beyond the newborn phase since it holds toddlers up to 35 pounds. The 100-percent cotton fabric is washable, so no worries if a spit-up situation occurs. Parents say about the Moby: "Instantly ...