How to Tie a Woven Wrap: Step-by-Step Video Tutorial (FWCC)

Want to learn how to tie a woven baby wrap safely, snugly, and ergonomically? The Front Wrap Cross Carry (FWCC) is the most versatile foundational carry for every parent — suitable from day one with your newborn right through toddlerhood.

Step-by-Step Guide: Front Wrap Cross Carry (FWCC)

1. Find the middle marker: Locate the middle marker label of your woven wrap and place it flat against the center of your chest. Bring both wrap tails horizontally under your arms behind your back.
2. Cross behind your back: Cross the two fabric passes flat across your back (keeping them untwisted) and bring each tail up over the opposite shoulder to the front, creating a horizontal pocket across your chest.
3. Seat your baby in the pocket: Hold your baby high against your shoulder and gently guide their legs down through the horizontal chest pass. Spread the fabric smoothly from knee-pit to knee-pit so your baby's bottom settles deeply into the ergonomic M-position (knees higher than bottom).
4. Tighten strand by strand: Gather the wrap passes at your shoulders and tighten strand by strand (top rail, middle section, bottom rail) to remove all slack while supporting your baby's naturally rounded spine.
5. Cross & tie off: Cross the tightened passes under your baby's bottom, guide the tails back under your baby's legs to your back or waist, and secure with a firm double knot.

Ergonomic Babywearing Safety Checklist

• Close enough to kiss: Position your baby high enough on your chest to kiss the top of their head effortlessly.
• Clear airways: Ensure your baby's face remains visible at all times, with nose and mouth clear and chin lifted off the chest.
• M-position & neck support: Support knee-to-knee and fold the top rail neatly at ear-lobe height to create gentle neck support for newborns.