Natibaby Greece

Throwback Thursday!!!

Natibaby Greece was my first impulse buy. I wanted a cheap size 4 wrap to try out so when I spotted this one on the swap I snatched it up quickly without asking any questions. I hadn't yet learned what qualities to look for in a wrap, or even what my preferences were so I went into this purchase focused solely on my bank account.

When I opened the package and took the wrap out my immediate reaction was, "what the??!" This was probably the thickest wrap I'd seen so far. It was soft and almost puffy, like a cloud. It's a 100% cotton blend and this wrap was already totally broken in. I was almost scared to wrap with it, it just seemed so unmanageable.

Greece had a great texture, one that made you want to run your hands gently over it. I wasn't crazy about the pattern, there was just something missing from the way it was designed. A bit too rudimentary, like something from an ad for a Greek holiday. The colour was also not my favorite; a bright red which, mixed with the white, sometimes made it look a bit like a bright pink. I think if this wrap had come looking a lot different, this one would have stayed around a lot longer.

This was probably my go to wrap for back carries when I first learning. It was really easy to get baby up into a quick ruck. The wrap had a great grip, so pre making a seat and then scooting baby onto my back was really easy. The wrap had a nice amount of support on the shoulders and very easily slid into place. My favorite carry with this wrap was ruck tied Tibetan.

It's funny, in writing this review, I am remembering all of these qualities that at the time, I didn't yet appreciate in a wrap. I found it too thick, and the aesthetic qualities turned me off so much that I missed all the amazing qualities this wrap had. It was literally like wrapping with a cloud. I was able to get the highest and most comfortable back carries with Greece. This wrap also rocked a kangaroo carry, which I usually don't like.

This wrap was great as a mid-length wrap. I think it could also really shine in a base size if you enjoy thicker, smushier wraps. I wouldn't recommend it as a shorty, only because I prefer a thinner shorty- smaller knots and easier tie offs.

I would sincerely recommend this wrap to almost anyone. A great beginner wrap, wonderful texture and ease of wrapping lend itself well to someone just starting out. But it is also thicker and supportive enough to carry on older child in a simple one pass carry. For someone who wants a very thin wrap, this would be a no-go. Otherwise, I'd buy this wrap again in a heartbeat. Maybe in a different color though... Still can't get past that bright red.

Ever gotten your hands on a Natibaby Greece? What did you think?

Natibaby Greece
Red/white
100% cotton
Size 4