Article: How to Carry Your Baby? A Practical Guide to Babywearing from Birth

How to Carry Your Baby? A Practical Guide to Babywearing from Birth
Not sure how to carry your baby – baby wrap or baby carrier?
This simple guide will help you decide, even if you're still waiting for your baby’s first day.
You'll learn how to choose a babywearing aid based on your baby’s age and your own needs. All products are from the Minu brand and available at www.minu.cz
For Newborns: Minu Baby Wrap
Looking for the softest and most natural way to carry your baby from birth?
An elastic baby wrap is a great choice for the very beginning.
✅ Benefits:
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Suitable from birth (0+)
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Gently hugs both the baby’s and parent's body
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Soft, stretchy, and comfortable
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Ideal for at-home wear and the first few weeks
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Learning to tie it takes just a few tries
📌 Tip: You can practice tying it during pregnancy – no baby needed yet.
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Elastic baby wraps like this one are perfect for calm, close carrying in the first weeks of life.
For those who don’t want to tie: Pre-tied Smart Sling
Want the benefits of a wrap but don’t want to learn how to tie it?
Try the Smart Sling – a pre-tied baby wrap for easy wearing.
✅ Benefits:
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Suitable from birth (0+)
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Worn like a T-shirt, just tighten
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Super soft and fast to put on
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Great for home or travel
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A perfect compromise between a wrap and a carrier
📌 Tip: The Smart Sling is also popular with dads.
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Want a carrier from birth? Try the Minu Carrier 0+
If you know wraps aren’t for you and you're looking for an ergonomic carrier for a newborn, the Minu Carrier 0+ is the one.
✅ Benefits:
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From birth to approx. 18 months
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Soft, adjustable, and ergonomic
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Easy to fasten
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Comfortable for longer wear at home or outdoors
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Minimalist design
📌 Tip: Ideal for walks or naps at home.
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For bigger babies: Minu Carrier 3+
From around 3 months, when your baby is stronger, you can switch to a larger carrier that lasts up to two years.
✅ Benefits:
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From 3 months to 2 years
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Front and back carry options
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Ergonomic and easily adjustable
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Great for trips and active days
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Minimalist design
📌 Tip: Also perfect for “bigger babies” who still want to be carried.
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Summary: What to choose?
If you need… | Recommended product |
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Gentle carrying from birth | Elastic Baby Wrap |
Convenience without learning to tie | Smart Sling |
A carrier from day one | Carrier 0+ |
A carrier for an older baby | Carrier 3+ |
Whatever you choose, babywearing is easier with Minu
Choose the aid that suits you and your baby best.
Every Minu product is safe, ergonomic, and designed with love.
👉 Explore the full collection at www.minu.cz