Carry your Baby on Back African Style easily, with a piece of cloth!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ต.ค. 2024
- In this video I walk you through step by step how to tie your baby on your back in one of the safest, least expensive and most convenient methods available. Our ancestors have been carrying babies on their backs this ways for thousands of years, and it has stood the test of time!
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The way he just laid his head on her back. He knows this routine 🙂.
Duana Malcolm it’s actually really cute. Lol
Yes, he knows the drill! He would even bring me the wrap at times asking to be tied on! Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
Hi thank you a million times I couldn’t carry my baby on the back I was beginning to think it’s not for me I watched your video n bammmm I can carry her on my back thank you again.
Hi there, I am so happy to hear that! Thank you for taking time to comment and sharing your experience! Sorry for the slow response, I was having trouble accessing my account!
Dangerous way to carry a baby. Leaves the baby exposed to danger that is out of your line of vision.
This is the best video I’ve seen where the mother energy is so beautiful and your baby is very connected with you it’s simply sacred. It’s so authentic. I love the way he just relaxed and layed there. ✨💜💜💜💜💜
This is so much appreciated!!!
Awwww that little kiss 😍😍
Aww, I know, he's a sweetie to this day! Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for sharing! This is one of the best videos I've found on traditional baby wearing no tying! No bulkiness of the fabric
Thanks for watching and for the feedback, glad it could help!
I love that this doesn't have any bulky knots. Definitely going to try this with my little one
Yes, definitely! I know some people who prefer to tie it, but I definitely find it more comfortable and simple to just use this method!
Please realize how dangerous this is, putting the infant out of your line of vision in an extremely exposed position. The baby could be seriously injured before the mother was even aware there was a threat.
This is beautiful. The baby should stay close to you at all times. It's good that you know how to do this and you are showing other women
Thank you so much for watching and for the thoughtful words!!
I love how you demonstrate it. Thank you so much, this is gonna be a big help for me. Im a working mom and its just me and my daughter at home. Thank youuu💕
Great, keep practicing until you get it! It was a lifesaver for me :)
Thank you for posting . Seems this will work better than any expensive carrier, especially for housework.
Thank you for watching, and yes, in my experience it beats out the expensive ones by far!
Wow. That is surprisingly simple. I'll be giving it a try!
Thanks for watching, I hope you've gotten the hang of it by now!
Thanks for watching and let me know how it goes!
Hi! Thanks for the video! Where can i get that sarong? Or one similar. Thanks
Wow. Awesome
@@preciselyme4775 any fabric store
Thank you for this simple smart video mama, you're so pretty with your lovely baby.
Thank you for watching and for the complements!
I love this video. simple and easy. I’ve watched a number of them and the process is a lot tricky
Thanks for the comment, I am glad you enjoy it, hope it has helped!
It’s lightweight, easy to use and very strong. Before this one I’d ordered one that has a seat but it was bulky and not as great. So this was all I’d wished for in a baby carrier.
Totally agree! Glad you came across this video and took the time to comment!
Wow my mom and anties carried me like this now I'm over 40 so many memories
What a blessing! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Awww what a sweet boy, he was so ready to lay on your back ❤❤
Yeah, it makes for such a nice bond with your baby!
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Q: Hello, I found your video on how to do an African back carry on youtube, thanks. I've practiced with it and am confident my baby won't fall out, but I would like to know how I can make it more comfortable for me - it squashes my breasts. Am I doing something wrong or is it something you get used to? My baby is pretty heavy (8kg/18lbs at 13 weeks old) and slips down a bit too. I can manage about 30 minutes carrying him
A. Thanks for watching and reaching out! That's great that you have it down enough that you can feel your tie is secure. This method of carrying a baby should not be at all painful, and you should barely feel an 18 pound baby on your back. I've actually had my baby on my back, forgot he was there, and went looking for him! To address the pressure on your breasts, I would practice securing the wrap slightly above your breasts, more on your chest bone. If you feel pain, just try readjusting to a higher location so that you feel comfortable while carrying your baby. I hiked up the Grand Canyon with my baby on my back when he weighed over 20 lbs with no discomfort. I remember in the beginning I had a similar uncomfortable experience, and it just took some fiddling and practice to get to a place of comfort. As for your baby slipping, it may be that either the upper or the lower hold is slightly loose. After securing the top, make sure to hike your baby up slightly before securing the lower hold. Make sure the wrap is snug around the back, around the full body of the baby, and scrunch the excess fabric up under the butt and upper legs and tuck slightly under the baby's butt. You can also try bending over at the waist while you tie him on, sometimes this helps to get a tighter hold. I hope this helps.
Thanks for sharing. Much appreciated and please make more authentic videos I love your energy is very pure. Blessings
Thank you so much for watching! I truly appreciate the feedback and comments! I will be uploading more videos in the near future!
Thanks for sharing! This is a lot simpler than the other methods I've found and I can't wait to try.
You are welcome, thanks for watching, good luck!
Hi, Once you get the top to feel comfy and secure you are almost there! I have seen more people struggle with that! Don't give up, and keep practicing, I know you and your baby will love it. Make sure you are pulling the fabric down around him firmly once you get the top secure, then gather the excess fabric firmly together, starting at the center of the back and coming all the way around, to the front, and twist firmly as in the video. Also, make sure the issue is not the fabric (which it does not sound like since you are able to get the top secure) if it has any smooth or silky qualities it makes it much harder. I have the best luck with 100% cotton wraps of a good thickness.
Thank you so much for making this video. My baby is getting heavy and my arms are tired
You're welcome, I am glad you enjoyed it!
I started trying this today with my 8mo and maybe I just need to keep doing it daily and I will figure it out. It seems no matter how tight I think it is, or how tight the top is, the bottom is loose and he majorly slouches and I feel like he'll fall out. Your video was very helpful and shows a different method than I was using for securing the bottom. Thank you!
Sorry for the late reply, but thanks for the comment. Hopefully you worked out the kinks! Practice really helps with gathering the fabric snugly in that middle section, and getting the bottom just right!
Best video on TH-cam.
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed!!
This may work in some instances, however, to do this in public puts the baby in a dangerously exposed position. Anyone could come up quickly and harm the baby or even grab the baby. The mother has put herself in a position where she would not see the approaching danger and would be very difficult to attempt to turn to fight if a kidnapping is occuring. The world has changed and not for the better.
Thanks so much for this video! I have yet to master it, but I found this very helpful!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting! Good luck!
Thank you very helpful sis
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed!
Great video. I shared it with my daughters. I hope you make more videos.
Thank you for the comment and the share. Sorry for the slow response, I was having login issues!
Excellent demonstrstion and easy to follow instructions.
Thanks so much for watching and for the feedback!!
Hello, I've been learning to do this for a couple of weeks now. My baby is still a bit too low, lower than the small of my back and I'm afraid of tightening the top rail as she doesn't like it and starts crying I'm afraid to hurt her. Do you have any advice? Thank you for the awesome video 🙏🏼
Hi, yes! Try when you gather the fabric together under her bum, gather it a little higher to create a higher seat on your back. Make sure everything is firm but comfy! Should be a simple fix, let me know if that works or if I didn't explain clearly!
@@wombliteracy thank you! I'll try that, much appreciated 😊
That was Very nice & Simple. Thank U
I am glad you enjoyed, thanks for watching and commenting!!
Thank you so much for this video. I have been looking for just this type of thing! I want to carry my 2 year old on my back. Do you think this method will work with a toddler of that age? Thank you for the beautiful video xxx
polly ridley it does work for me up to when my kids are a little above 2.
Hi there, so sorry for the slow response, I was having login issues! I carried my son up the grand canyon on my back when he was 2! Depending on the size of the child, I know people who carry their toddlers on their backs even until 4 or 5 on occasion!
As someone that has never been able to get a towel to firmly hold around my chest, it’s hard to wrap my brain around this being so secure, though it clearly is because this technique is a very old one! I also don’t know if I’d be coordinated enough to hold a wriggling baby behind my back while simultaneously wrapping. But definitely some thing to try when I have kids. Not without someone behind me as backup though.
Yes, definitely start slow, and/or with backup until you get comfortable! I have not had as much success with towels for that very reason, but my sisters in Botswana use towels a lot, and they find comfort with that method! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I had the same concern. I can't get a towel to stay for very long either.
So I have been researching hiking baby carriers for hot climates, and people where saying that wraps were only suitable for around the house. However it occured to me that traditionally women actually worked and walked quite strenuously (there is even an 18th century poem about it) yet they only used a simple wrap. So I looked at some pictures of Maori women wearing their babies (blanket over the shoulder since New Zealand is so cold) Australian aboriginal women used a variety of methods (a woven basket with the baby's rump secured with rope as well as the blanket method further south. How do you think this method of baby carry goes for walking long distances (since it is clearly efficient for yam digging)?
Hi, Botswana gets very hot, and I have used this method there while doing work in the fields in summer time. Of course making sure to take breaks, keep hydrated etc...While in the states I used this method to walk miles at a time, hike up mountains and canyons including the Grand Canyon, Mount Olympus, Bryce Canyon in summer time without a single problem!
This is awesome can you recommend where to purchase a cloth that is sturdy enough online?
Hi there, sorry for the slow response, I was having login issues! I hope you ended up finding something that worked for you! As far as ordering online, it may be trickier since you can not feel the fabric in advance. A safe bet in that case might be to experiment with an oversized cotton towel, and see if that works!
I wish I knew this when I had my baby. I could have gotten more done. #GreatTutorial
Totally! Something to keep in mind and share with friends and family :)
Hey girl are you able to do this with bigger kids like a 4 or 5 year old? Or older? Just something like if he gets tired hiking or something.
Hi, so sorry for the slow response, I was having login issues! Yes, you can definitely still carry bigger kids with this method. I carried mine with the method well into their 4th years! I was playing around with my 8 year old at one point, and discovered it still worked for her, and felt just as secure!
You baby is so lovely! 🤗💕 The way he hug and peck you. Even looked for some "food"... 😊💕 I hope you all are alright. Greetings from Luxembourg!
Thanks so much for the comment, sorry for the slow reply!
Can’t wait 😊 to try this one also!
Thanks for watching, I hope it went well!
I love this!!!!!!!!
Thanks for watching!
What keeps the tucked in parts from coming loose over time? It didn’t look like you tucked much length in at all, are there frequent readjustments as the day goes on?
This is where it's essential to choose the right fabric. It should not have any silkyness to it. If it's a good tough cotton, then the weight of the baby will create tension to prevent the two pieces of fabric from slipping. Some adjustments will usually be needed here and there, more or less depending on the intensity of the activities you're doing. Adjustments tend to become second nature, taking mere seconds!
Thanks for watching!
Great video.
Thanks! I live in Cape Town and it's the normal way babies are carried. What's the size of your fabric?
Nice! I usually use around 2 yards, but you can always cut a fabric to fit your body. In Botswana a large bath towel is often used and that size seems to fit many.
Great tutorial!
Thanks!
Thanks so much :) this really helps when its nsp time
Oh is there way that u know of so I can wear two babies? I have a 2 year old & a soon to be 4 month old.
Awesome, I am glad it could help! I have not seen two babies being carried simultaneously with this method, but what you might experiment with is putting your 2 year old on your back with this, and then using another type of carrier on your front with the 4 month old.
hi this is a great tutorial! just was wondering is there a way to hold your baby on the front?
Hi, thanks for watching! In Botswana we just do the back carry, but I have seen people from other countries using a cloth for front carries as well!
Do Your Natural Thing it's fine, I was just curious thanks again for the tutorial!
Love this!
Thanks for watching and commenting!!
You rock, mama!
Thank you so much for watching and for the kind words!
This technique was originally invented in India by Hon. Queen of Jhansi Rani Laxmi bai!👌👌👌Nice one...
Thanks for watching and for the information! I love the way these practices are all over the world and in so many cultures! I will definitely look into the name you provided, that is so interesting!
@@wombliteracy You're welcome madam! There is a Bollywood film named 'Manikarnika Queen of Jhansi' you can watch this technique in the climax of the film. With the help of this she survived herself & her baby successfully from British attack..
Thanks for reply!
@@shrikantdeshmukh6714 Wow, I just saw the trailer and it gave me goosebumps! It is on my watch-list! I appreciate the recommendation!
@@wombliteracy Welcome again!😊
Hi there I’m just trying to learn this way of carrying my baby. I think I get it right but after a while baby seems to slip further down my back and doesn’t look like he’s in a comfy position. Is it normal to have to keep readjusting? Or can you give any tips for keeping him secure more tightly? Many thanks
Hi, It is normal to occasionally adjust the baby for either of your comfort/position etc. If you feel it is happening a lot, I would suggest trying different types of fabric, I find the more coarse ones tend to stay in place better. Hope that helps, and thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks for sharing! :) Could you please tell us the measurements of that fabric?
Hi, the piece I used was about 60" by 45" and it worked great! The size is not set in stone, and you will probably find many other size options that work just as well! Thanks for watching!
@@wombliteracy Thanks so much for your reply!! :)
This is nice. & way less fabric. Very cool. Thanks for sharing :)
Thank you for watching and commenting!
Hey thanks for your video.
Is there any way to put the child higher on your back? Could you carry a toddler this way?
akela 17 yes you can, even if the baby is 2day old... I started backing my baby from 2day old
akela 17 yes you can, even if the baby is 2day old... I started backing my baby from 2day old
Hi, sorry for the slow response, I was having login issues! Thank you so much for watching, and you can adjust the height somewhat depending on the placement of the baby when you wrap. From my experience they tend to settle into a comfy resting place around the small of my back, and it ends up being super comfy for both of us! Yes, toddlers can definitely be carried this way! I carried mine both with this method, as needed well into their 4th years!
I know this is a bit old but thank you I am going back to work and will have baby in town will use this method so I can have my front free
Thanks for watching and commenting, I hope it went well for you!
Going to keep it traditional & use this....tried the modern baby backpack style carrier and my back was hurting
Hi there! Sorry for the slow response, I was having login issues! I agree 100%, this method is by far the most comfortable method I have tried!
This seems so easy!!!
Yes, once you get the hang of it, it's super easy!
thank you for your video.
Thank you for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed!!
I need to do this while I cook! I have a front carry but he is bigger now and wants to touch everything. Lol
It is great for cooking! Thanks for commenting :)
Well done black queen
Thank you so much!!
I know this is an old tutorial. What if you as an parent are a little more heavyset do you recommend getting more fabric?
If the fabric will fit snuggly around you without the baby, then you likely need another ½-1 yard of fabric. Good luck and happy parenting! 😍
Hi, so sorry for the slow response, I was having trouble accessing my account! I'm guessing you figured this out on your own, but my answer is yes, just use a larger fabric. The women in Botswana traditionally embrace a full figure, so they are very experienced with using this technique for parents of all sizes!
Hi! I love this! is this fabric similar to a bedsheet fabric or quilters cotton fabric?
Thanks! My preferred fabric is a bit thicker than a bed sheet when you feel it between two fingers. I am not familiar with quilters cotton fabric, but most any good sturdy cotton fabric should do. Hope that helps!
Do Your Natural Thing Thanks! I've been doing this all day with my little one, thanks to your tutorial. This is so much easier than the "new" carries people have come up with. I have tried a thin cotton and an actual woven wrap...the thinner cotton works way better! Thanks again! Oh, and is two months too young? I'm trying to get out of the mind set that the "new safety rules are best, old are bad".
I am glad to hear that! This method is great for both mama and baby, much more simple, comfy and secure for both of you than a lot of the newish carriers. Experimenting is a great way of finding what works best for you! Two months should be just fine if you are both comfortable! You are very welcome!
Do Your Natural Thing Thanks so much!! 💚
In my country u first for the bottom part before baby goes into the back...it's done with two knots ..I'm from Uganda
That's so interesting, thanks for sharing!!
Omg! But why did this video make me so happy. Im about to throw my baby up on my back now
Awww, I am just seeing this comment, but it made me smile! I hope you managed to perfect the technique with your baby!
I need the exact dimensions of that blanket.
How do I keep baby from leaving way over? Can’t figure it out. Just been carrying for a couple times and son always ends up sideways
Sounds like the top portion may need to be better secured, or perhaps the body of the wrap has not bee tightened snugly enough. You don't want it to baggy at all, it should fit snug around the baby. Hope this helps!
@@wombliteracy yes the top breast needed to be tighter and I do a double wrappa. So with the outer I stand straight up to reduce excess chest thickness to tighten. Thank you
Where do you get the fabric
This fabric was purchased at a local Afrocentric bookstore, but you can check any fabric/craft store, even most Walmarts have a fabric section 🙂
What’s the size of the fabric you use?
So sorry, I thought I replied this, it is standard sarong size, I believe about 2 meters long from the standard size fabric rolls. You can adjust slightly for your size, longer for bigger bodies so there is enough overlap, and shorter for smaller bodies so there is not tons of excess fabric. Hope that helps!
Can you just tie a knot at the top and bottom?
Some people do! I find it more comfy and easier to adjust this way!
This is we were carried growing up!
What if they wiggle around, they won't loosen the ties up front.
It's actually quite sturdy, I haven't really had a problem with it unless they're bigger and fussy/trying to get out!
@@wombliteracy I really appreciate you answering my question. I'm 50 years old and practically raising my granddaughter, ,she's 6 months old. Always wants held I can't ever get anything done. I lived in Haiti years ago, as a missionary. I saw the Haitian women do something similar, but yours seems like a all day solution.
Thanks for the tips.
Sounds like you're a blessing in your grand baby's life! This should definitely help both of you! Practice makes perfect and thanks for reaching out!
Thanks a lot! I just gave it a go and baby is now asleep on my back. My hands are free and I can actually bend down and pick stuff up/ tidy the house!
However, I can't help being terrified she might just fall off the pouch....And also, she keeps sliding down. When I set her up, she was in the middle of my back, but now she's sitting on my bottom, so to speak, and I'm afraid she'll keep going down (the fabric has not moved on my chest)....
Hi, sorry for the slow reply! Hopefully by now you have been able to practice more and perfect your technique! You start to get a feel for things with time! But I agree, babies love sleeping back there, and it is amazing to have them close and be hands free!!
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@@CB-hj3cm thanks for watching!
What is the length of that cloth?
@@COCOLUVILAWINE I normally use one about two meters or so wide, but this can be adjusted based on your size. You want it to be long enough to comfortably wrap and overlap, but you don't need tons of excess materials getting in the way! Hope that helps and thanks for watching!
@@wombliteracy yes it does. Thank you.
@@wombliteracy since this is womb literacy, I was wondering can u take a moment and cover womb and sacral chakra care, if one has experienced tubal ligation, ablation or uterus removed. How to care for ones self spiritually?
@@COCOLUVILAWINE absolutely! Thanks for the question, keep an eye out for a video on this in the near future!
@@wombliteracy yes ma'am I'm subscribed so I won't miss a notification!
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Wow
What do you do when it is time to take the baby OFF your back?
Hi there, so sorry for the slow reply, am sure you have figured it out by now! But my answer is you bend over the way you do when you put them on your back, then hold one hand under their butt to hold them steady. Then with your other hand you loosen the wrap at the front, then carefully shimmy them back around your hip to your front!
@@wombliteracy Thank you.
Hi! How do you do when your baby is tired to go there? I'm using this since he was 5 months and now he is 9, and every time I stop to buy in a supermarket or something he starts to get nervous and wants to leave! Then I have to take him in my arms for a while and its heavy.... Also when I take a walk and he doesn fell sleep after a 15 minutes more or less, he wants to leave the back and again I have to take him in my arms... I don't understand why. Only is fine when he fall sleep in the carrier...
Hi, sometimes bouncing, singing or swaying works for me to keep him on a little longer. It helps to get them used to being on the back, by practicing often. Sometimes offering a toy or snack (with one or both arms out) can keep them occupied as well. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Oh yes😃😃😃😊
Thanks!
Hey, I don't have a baby
In today's world in many countries this would be dangerous. Babies need to be in your line on vision so you can see if a threat is being encountered. Anyone could come up behind you and harm or even take your baby before you could react.
@@nancybrouse5070 Sadly there are absolutely many parts of the world in unrest that in general have a lot of safety concerns. There are lots of benefits to this method as far as safety as it keeps your hands free to call for help get away etc... the baby almost feels like a part of your body back there so you typically are very in tune and also can run with them securely if needed. Also since they are secured quite well, it's highly unlikely someone would be able to just snatch your baby right off as the fabric holds them in place on your front side. But appreciate the words of caution and safety is always top priority, so important to make that call for yourself 🤍
I live in the Caribbean and out here people can't wait to put down their baby cause of the conditioning from colonization and slavery. Put your baby down to pick up a white one. My baby just can't wait to fall asleep when I put him in. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching and for the comment! I notice that as well both in Botswana and here in the US. People are conditioned to want their babies to be very independent from a young age! Mine both loved sleeping on my back as well!
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