It's World Breastfeeding Week from the 1st Aug to the 7th Aug 2009. In conjunction with it, I have been invited to quite a few places... for business and to promote MBW.
As I go around promoting our group and promoting babywearing... I hear myself asking this question over and over again... am I getting too boring? It is seeming like wherever I go... I repeat myself... again... and... again... in this case, I have been introducing people to babywearing... again... and... again...
But, then again... it feels kind of out of place if I don't do the introduction to the many carrier options available.
Hmmm...
Even at the Penang gathering these days... having a topic seems to be difficult. Especially most of the attendees are regulars now...
And, to make it seems like the world of babywearing is at a standstill (to me), IBW09 keeps hanging...
Could it just be me thinking too much of things? Or, could it be age getting at me?
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Monday, August 10, 2009
Mojo jo jo...
It has never occurred to me that having the 'mojo to blog' is of such importance. For a while, it was easy and almost effortless to blog... and for the other while when I was quiet... well, it seems like I've 'lost my mojo to blog'??
For a while, all you've been hearing from me (thank you so much if you are one who kept checking time and again at this blog even when it is not being updated) are FAQs and some cut and paste story or even just some information update... and nothing more.
So, ok... let's try this again... shall we?
For a while, all you've been hearing from me (thank you so much if you are one who kept checking time and again at this blog even when it is not being updated) are FAQs and some cut and paste story or even just some information update... and nothing more.
So, ok... let's try this again... shall we?
Saturday, August 1, 2009
FAQs
1. What is the difference between the Stretchy Medley Wrap and the Woven Medley Wrap? While the Stretchy wrap is made of knitted fabric (think T-shirt fabric), the Woven wrap is made of woven fabric (think bedsheets)
2. If the answer to no. 1 is in the material used, how are the materials different and which is better?
Knitted fabrics are stretchy and can be more comfortable (compare wearing a T-Shirt to a Shirt) but due to it's 'stretchiness', will tend to sag and pull you down as the baby grows heavier. Thus, Stretchy wraps are usually recommended for use with babies up to 6 months old although it is not surprising to see one using it beyond that. Also, because it is 'stretchy', it is possible to pop baby in and out of the wrap without re-wrapping the whole thing.... Woven fabrics are generally sturdier and more lasting. The Medley woven wraps are strong enough to be used with babies from newborn to toddlerhood. At around 15kgs is when one usually feels the strain of wearing a toddler in a wrap. That said, there are a variety of woven wraps in the market. Be sure to check with the vendor if the woven wrap you are gettin is suitable for use in hot climate. The Medley wraps are sturdy yet cooling enough for the Malaysian climate :)
3. Have you heard of the Moby Wrap, how are the Medley's wrap different from the Moby Wrap?
The Moby wrap is similar to the Stretchy Medley in that it is also made of knitted fabric.
4. What is the maximum weight the Medley wrap can carry?
In wrapping with a woven wrap... this question usually goes back to the babywearer's own endurance level. Generally, you can comfortable wear your baby in a wrap until he or she is about 15kgs.
2. If the answer to no. 1 is in the material used, how are the materials different and which is better?
Knitted fabrics are stretchy and can be more comfortable (compare wearing a T-Shirt to a Shirt) but due to it's 'stretchiness', will tend to sag and pull you down as the baby grows heavier. Thus, Stretchy wraps are usually recommended for use with babies up to 6 months old although it is not surprising to see one using it beyond that. Also, because it is 'stretchy', it is possible to pop baby in and out of the wrap without re-wrapping the whole thing.... Woven fabrics are generally sturdier and more lasting. The Medley woven wraps are strong enough to be used with babies from newborn to toddlerhood. At around 15kgs is when one usually feels the strain of wearing a toddler in a wrap. That said, there are a variety of woven wraps in the market. Be sure to check with the vendor if the woven wrap you are gettin is suitable for use in hot climate. The Medley wraps are sturdy yet cooling enough for the Malaysian climate :)
3. Have you heard of the Moby Wrap, how are the Medley's wrap different from the Moby Wrap?
The Moby wrap is similar to the Stretchy Medley in that it is also made of knitted fabric.
4. What is the maximum weight the Medley wrap can carry?
In wrapping with a woven wrap... this question usually goes back to the babywearer's own endurance level. Generally, you can comfortable wear your baby in a wrap until he or she is about 15kgs.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Medley Wraps are in Malaysia!
Medley is a Czech producer of wraps, Mei Tai, Ponchos and the Alpino Carrier. It has been known as the producer of quality carriers comparable to many well-known brands, at a more affordable price.
Check them out at the Peek-a-Shop today!
Friday, July 3, 2009
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