Tell me about your didymos Indio

[odinsmama]

Hey ladies,
I'm looking to buy only one wrap. I already have a ring sling and mei tai.

A friend has a didymos Indio 100% cotton dark blue/white that I think she's going to give me a great deal on. I'm also looking at a couple others with different fabric blends that I like and are in my price range. Don't want to compromise quality and comfort for price, so I need to know if you love your cotton Indio or not.

Will be using for baby and toddler ages.

Soft?
Comfy?
Durable?

Thanks!

[bearandotter]

I see no one replied to you. Hope this is not too late. 

Indios vary A LOT in terms of thickness, support, etc... I would suggest you get its official name and go to tbw (www.thebabywearer.com) to see a review of it. 

Indios are a bit prone to pulls. Not a huge deal, but makes them slightly less durable to some people. 

A cotton indio is definitely safe and can last through toddlerhood. They are very well made wraps. If you are getting a great deal - you cannot really go wrong :)

[RosieL]

I second thePP's comments. That being said I LOVE my 100% cotton wrappers paradise 2012 shorty. Love love love. And I am about to purchase a natural hemp indio. :)

[butterflykiss]

My first wrap was a 100% cotton Didymo gecko. When summer came it was way to hot to use. From the high 80's on up to 100's there was not enough breath ability with the many fabric layers. So take into consideration your climate & how you will be using your wrap the most. Then pick the fabric type to meet your needs.

I agree the babywearers website is an excellent place to get more info. They also have a for sale & trade forum that has many different wraps to choose from.

Good luck, sometimes more than one carrier ends up being the way to go for the different ages, stages & seasons.

[butterflykiss]

Please excuse the multiple posts. I'm using my phone & it was not showing that my post had been sent
Edited by butterflykiss - 10/22/12 at 5:55pm

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Edited by butterflykiss - 10/22/12 at 5:56pm

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[RosieL]

Pulled the trigger on the natural hemp Indio. I'll let you know!

[nathaliiie]

My only wrap is a Jacquard Didymos. 60% Organic Cotton and 40% Tussah Silk and I absolutely love it. (it's here: http://www.wrappedbaby.com/index.php?_a=viewProd&productId=59 )

It's light, it's not too hot in the summer. The only downside is that, because of the silk, I don't put it in the dryer and I can't put it in bright sunlight either.

Maybe this website can help you make your decision. It was very helpful for me: http://www.birdiesroom.com/c-396-choosing-a-didymos.aspx

Happy babywearing!

[mamayogibear]

Over the years I have had quite a few Didy's now I only have a Yew which is a beautiful green cotton and linen blend. It started out a bit stiff but now it is floppy and buttery smooth. Out of the blends I've had linen is my favorite but I also love wool blends in the winter. I second the pp that recomended checking out the baby wearer... My habit started on there, lol.