Method “toss up” (from the arms)

Below you will find different ways in which you can tie the straps of your Mei Tai or the tails of your Wrap (when you use it to wear your baby high on your back with the “back carry” method).

1. Hold the child in front of you by the lower part of their arms (from the elbows to the wrists).

2. Swing your arms (as if you were putting on a cape) bringing the child onto your back.

3. Your little one will “land” on your back.

4. Bring their arms around your neck and continue with the babywearing method you have chosen.

The same instructions are also available in the video below:

Swing by the arms method (835 KB)

Note: The above is a way for the baby to “reach” your back. To wear them in a baby carrier or with a simple piece of fabric (and to keep your hands free), you will find the relevant instructions for back positions on the following pages:

Instructions with wrap

Instructions with mei tai

Instructions with a sarong, scarf, or whatever else you have to “improvise”

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