Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Twiga Babywearing coat!


We need to talk. After acquiring a Momawo babywearing jacket, I said I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to wear all-year round. Well, I still would, but now that it's warming up, I don't need quite so much insulation, more a windstopper to cut the chill and keep off the damp... and Twiga has come to the rescue. 


This is SLEEK. Without a baby bundled in the front or back (HEY, it comes with two slightly different style inserts, so you could actually tandem in this!) it's a really nice A-line jacket with a removable hood. Audrey liked the child's hood (removable) so much she insisted on wearing it WITHOUT the jacket, which was amusing on a sunny 24C day. The panel pictured above is the cooler option; the adult jacket stays open above the insert. For colder weather and smaller babies or back carries the second panel (which allows a full closure in the adult collar) would be more comfortable :)


As you can see above, the insert is designed to fit snugly and accommodates a 2.5yo in a front or back carry - pretty impressive. I really like the streamlined fit of this coat and the built-in 'gloves' (not GLOVES, but hand warmers with a thumb hole!) are deal-makers for me. I ALWAYS suffer from cold hands in the winter and there's nothing worse than a chilly breeze gusting up one's sleeves. 


Fortuitously, we've had a couple weeks of drippy rain. As I write this, it's gently and pervasively dripping outside. Even when it's NOT raining precipitation seems imminent. A couple jaunts to the park have been saved by this coat; I wear it with the panel stuffed in my bag, Audrey trots alongside in her hoodie, then when rain threatens I tucker her in a wrap, zip the extra panel in and we bolt home. Good times. The zip-closure pockets are great for keys, phone and wallet - quick trips don't even need a bag. 


You can see the nice cosy fit afforded by elastic toggles at Audrey's neck and in the hood; and see my hands?! That's PART OF THE COAT. GENIUS. 


Generously, Twiga has offered to give one of my followers their own soft-shell babywearing jacket - they come in black, red, or turquoise, and you can find a size chart and the official description HERE. When you know what size you need, you can click to enter right about... here! Good luck!
a Rafflecopter giveaway


Please note that I have not been paid to write this review. Any and all opinions expressed are my own. 

218 comments:

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  2. I would love to have it :-) Size 38 (EU) :-) red or turquise

    fb Patrycja Szłapa

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  3. Sounds like the perfect coat :) Even without baby.
    I have some sweaters with those hand thingees, they are perfect!!
    A red coat in size S, would be perfect. ;)

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  4. Love it! Size 42(EU) in red wohooo

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  5. I'd love to have red in M-size...
    (Danka B. on fb)

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  6. I would like one in black and M size

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  7. Red size small would be perfect!

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  8. I would love to have the black one in size XL (I think) :)

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  9. Beautiful! I'd go with a size L in red. :)

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  10. I would love this in ablack medium!

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  11. Terrifie turquoise�������������� sizeXL (46EU) thanks

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  12. I would love the red one, size M would be perfect !

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  13. I would love a Black in a size Medium! This Babywearing jacket is seriously stylish!

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  14. I would love a black in size XL :)

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  15. m or l. i don't know for shure...

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  16. I'm obsessed with this jacket and must HAVE it...in Medium (black)

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  17. I could really really really use this! Love the hand warmers! I'd get a L I think. :-)

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  18. This coat looks amazing! I'd get a medium.

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  19. little red riding hood in xs. Thanks!

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  20. This is an amazing coat. Love it! I'd get a Medium!

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  21. Thank you so much for the chance to win! Being bus bound with a newborn, 2 & 4 year old isn't easy especially once the weather gets yucky. This cost would be a life saver! I think I would go with a M (if my conversions are correct, maybe I need to actually go get a tape measure lol).

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  22. I'd Love one does it come in an XXL or XL? I big breasted and always worry about squishing my LO.. =(

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  23. What a great idea!!!! Good luck!

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  24. Finger crossed for a XL size! :)♥♥♥♥

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  25. What a gorgeous coat. I think I would get a medium for myself.

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  26. Little red hood in size 42(EU) it would be perfect!!! ♡

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  27. Terrifie turquoise sizeXL (or L) thanks

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  28. I would probably get it in a small or medium

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  29. This is absolutely gorgeous!!! I'd get it in a black XL <3 Fingers x'd that I'll finally win something LOL

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  30. This seems like a must have in the rainy south of I won I would pick medium! In hopes to fit my after baby body :)

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  31. I think this is the best looking babywearing coat I have seen (and I have seen quite a few in my 7+ years of babywearing!) I would definitely love a size small turquoise.

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  32. I adore the Red Riding Hood.. Is an XXL possible? I am rather large breasted (I also breastfeed) and could use the room as not to be squished... If not an XL could work in a pinch ;)

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  33. I would love an XS in red or turquoise.

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  34. I would love an xl in turquoise. This coat is fantastic

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  35. I'd get either a Med or a Large but I'll have to bust out the measuring tape to be sure. :)

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  36. The size chart says a small would be perfect! It's so hard to pick a color. I love the stripes on the turquoise!

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  37. I would love to win a red coat in size M (medium).

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  38. I could do either a M or L. Do you know if these run TTS or otherwise?

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  39. I've lusted after a baby wearing coat for so long! This looks so perfect - a small turquoise one would be a very welcome addition to our stash!

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  40. My favorite Carhart coat has those cuffs and I love them! An xl turquoise would brighten up my winter :-)

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  41. I like black or red L or XL (twiga)

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  42. What a great babywearing coat. I'm always cold when the autumn arives. A Size S in Black would fit us perfectly.

    - Marjoleine Koops

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  43. I would need a size small in turquoise!

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  44. A small would be perfect for me :) I like them all but would prefer a black as I love to match with colorful accessories :)

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  45. Oooh, a size S or M (have to get the measuring tape out!) In black or turquoise (have to become more decisive hehehe) x

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  46. I would normally order a medium but looking at the size chart I guess a large!

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  47. I'm thinking either an XS or a S would be perfect! Fb name is Raychel Mueller.

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  48. Would love a turquoise in XL! Fab blog mama <3

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  49. I think I would have to get a medium

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  50. Medium but possibly a large. My daughter is only 3 months old so I've yet to go shopping for new clothes again..

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  51. Fb name Abby Reinhardt

    I would LOVE a turquoise one in small! Baby #2 has just 4 weeks to go & heading into winter here. Thanks!!

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  52. XL or XXL please :) FB name Crystal D Marcotte-Harrower

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  53. A Small Turquoise please!
    FB- Chandler-Dakota-Bentley-Ann

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  54. I'd want an XL black :) fb Marya Poff

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  55. I'd order an XL red or black :) Michelle Flaherty

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  56. I would LOVE a turquoise size M!!

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  57. I would order a large (or possibly an XL, I would need to measure)

    (Name is Megan Kenny)

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  58. Oh my gosh this looks AMAZING!! I'm between a S and an M so I would probably go with M to be safe. holy moly my fingers and toes are crossed on this giveaway!!

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  59. Wow, this coat is amazing! I would love the turquoise, and I would likely choose a Small or Medium. What a fun giveaway!!

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  60. Large please! (Iowa City Babywearers)

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  61. This is such an awesome idea! I really hope I can win! If I do, I would like a black in an XL please. :-)

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  62. I would order a medium in terrific turquoise. I love this!

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  63. I would love a size L in Black. I sure hope I win. I have yet to find the perfect babywearing coat.

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  64. I would love a large in the Terrific Turquoise please :) I will soon be tandem wearing and walk my oldest to/ from school & this would be perfect! Thank you so much for all these wonderful giveaways :)

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  65. On the cusp, but thinking of still going with a small red hiding hood! This is gorgeous - Wish I had it for my first!
    (*fingers crossed*)

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    1. Such attention to detail with great functionality AND style.

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  66. Small! This would be so wonderful.

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  67. Size M in turquoise :)...fingers crossed. (Peter Angela)

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  68. I'd measure more thoroughly if I won, but probably an XL. I seem to be an XL by some measure and L by othhers, but will hopefully keep getting smaller throughout the winter. lol.

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  69. I SO need this coat in a Small, in turquoise!

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  70. A large looks like it would be perfect for me. And I love that I can tandem my munchkins in it!

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  71. Size XL in Terrific Turquoise please! :)

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  72. I would love a red M/38 especcially because squish 2 is on his/her wat and we would love to do some tandemwearing....

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  73. Love it, just moved to Montana and little one is almost 3 months old. Would love the medium in terrific turquoise!

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  74. What a brilliant design. I'd love a medium in black please

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  75. Terrific turquoise is lovely and if I might win would love to get size XL. Fabulous give away

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  76. This is the first baby wearing coat I've seen that I say "I NEED that!"
    I would love a terrific turquoise or basic black in a Large.

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  77. A small or xs quite possibly. Would need to measure but snuggling the nursing right now.

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  78. What a great giveaway! XL would be wonderful if I win!!!

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  79. Medium in black, pretty please :) that would be AMAZING!

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  80. Medium terrific turquoise please!

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  81. I think a medium- though I'd have to check measurements since I don't know cm off the top of my head!

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  82. I would get an xl, as I don't like coats to be right on my tummy, and my tummy isn't what it used to be��

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  83. I would love an XL, but wish I knew how bright a blue the turquoise is.

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  84. I'd probably like to get a large. Trying to lose some weight :)

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  85. I think a medium size would be great! This coat is gorgeous!

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  86. I believe i would need a small. This is adorable!

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  87. I would probably order a medium or large.

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  88. I would get a medium! That turquoise is beautiful!

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  89. Looking at conversion charts, I'm still not sure if an XL wouldn't be too small for me. :/ Since XL seems to be the largest available, I would like to have an XL. Please and thank you!

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  90. I'm guessing I would need a small. I love the black one :)

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  91. Wow it looks wonderful. Love to have one for Durth autums

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  92. With the cold wet rainy season oregon is so famous for I could Really use this beauty in xl and red

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  93. I would order a small or medium in turquoise or black depending on the shade of turquoise.

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  94. Size M ( 38 EU ) Turquoise
    fb Alina Nicoleta Harja

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  95. Size L (12 UK). And black! Fb Claire lucas

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  96. Love this! A Terrific Turquoise in L would be my choice!

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  97. I would love to own such a lovely coat. I am a size 14/L. England is getting wet and windy and this coat would be way better than my husband old fleece and umbrella! X

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  98. I'd have to measure to double check (sleeping baby in sling at the moment!), but I think I'd want an M in red :)

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  99. XL in turquoise for me!!!!

    Melinda Ann Liddle

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  100. I would love to winn! My size would be an l, and i like terrific turquoise! Me and this colour have a special connection, i even found out that the wrap, brought out on the due date of my daughter, AND whit the same name as my girl, is turquoise :D so cool!

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  101. I would love this! No other words, just love it!

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  102. Hi! My name is Krystin. i dont think my comment through google account worked, i measured and xs seems right but sleeves are right there (if i measured right) so thinking a SMall in the red ridinghood of course :) would be my best option, im pretty much petite but maybe i have long arms hehe.. anyway, love what you do, you have my full support and thanks for doing so many giveaways this is so incredibly sweet of you, i respect your passion, i am passionate on the subject as well. have one ring sling one wrap n a ktan and would love and use this pretty much daily if i won :D have a nearly 2yo who i bf and with the weather its been drafty if you know what i mean!! haha, thanks again! ;) https://www.facebook.com/spellingbe

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  103. Hello, size S in Turquoise would be just fine.

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  104. I would love a M in Turquoise, please!

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  105. I would like a XL (or XXL depending on sizing)

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  106. I'd need an XL :) fb name Marlete Ledford

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  107. I would love to win this! :) I would choose XL in red :)

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  108. Red M/ 38-40 EU size! Fb name: Ana Ocaña

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