Keeping warm when Babywearing... Kowalli Review and *Giveaway*

I am excited to do this post and believe it is perfect timing to do it in conjunction with my review on the Boba 3G (giveaway closes tomorrow!).  This fall, as P demanded being held more and more (and consequently I got better and better at this babywearing gig) I realized that going outside as the weather changed with a child attached to my front had its own set of challenges.  Coats wouldn't quite go around myself and P and sometimes getting both kids in snowsuits and hats and gloves, etc., etc. takes SO long for just a few minutes outside at home.  P also is often asleep when J and I want to go outside, and I hate having to wake him to get him in a snowsuit and warm clothes.

I started to look online for options and found Kowalli.  I quickly found myself having a conversation with Alizah (owner and inventor of the Kowalli) and had my own to try out within a week (yea!)

Side view

I must admit I was pretty skeptical when I pulled it out of the box.  My initial reaction was the thought that there was no way that this piece of fleece was going to keep myself and (most importantly) my son warm.  The design was too simple (says the gal totally accustomed to the "techy gear".)  The Kowalli has only one arm hole (which actually provides basically a place for Baby's head to be) and is basically a big piece of fleece that goes around Mama and Baby and cinches at the top and bottom.

However, I quickly learned I was not giving it nearly the credit it deserved.  As I always do when I test products, I put it through the test as best as I could.  God very conveniently provided snow, wind and plenty of wintery weather to do so.

Confession: I took P out in it with no snowsuit or coat on in 30 degree temperatures (and yes, I was checking the warmth of his extremities like every 30 seconds.)

Confession #2:  I took him out again when it was 18 degrees and windy (checking every 12 seconds this time!)

The great news is that he was completely warm and happy.  My core was warm, but since I only wore a sweatshirt under the Kowalli (I figured I had better wear less clothing than him if I was going to be a good Mama) my arms were chilly!

From the front - this picture taken today when wind chill was nearing zero.

I love that it provides an extra layer of warmth and a great way to protect Baby from wind.  The fleece is resistant of rain, snow and wind and protects in temperatures as low as 15 degrees (F).  The top and bottom both cinch up to prevent extra air flows and P loved snuggling his face in the soft fleece.  I also love that the toga-like designs allows you to pull it up over Baby's head or keep it lower so they can look around more.  The angle-cut of the fabric allows Baby to be protected AND safe from being buried in the fabric.

I tested mine over my Boba 3G and Action Baby Carrier, but it can be worn over any baby carrier (front, side or back hold.)

The Kowalli comes in 5 different color combinations and retails for $69.

I think they are great and recommend them to any avid baby-wearers out there (or just anyone sick of trying to keep their kids covered!)

Kowalli also sells Kozyhats and Snuggle boots that coordinate with the baby carriers. :)

Alizah has been super generous and is offering one of you the chance to win a KozyHat (winner's choice of color and size.)  I did not personally have the chance to try one of these out, but I am confident that they will provide the same protection I found with the Baby Carrier cover.

A little bit about them:

• Snug, secure design locks in heat
• Ample ear coverage keeps baby warm even on the coldest days
• Made from hi-performance Polartec fleece for comfort and durability
• Recommended for 0-6 and 6-12M

 To win a KozyHat, please use the rafflecopter below.  As always, feel free to email me at mountainmamatales@gmail.com with questions!