Attitude & Moods: Infantino
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Baby Slings/Carriers
Asked by M.A. from Missoula
on March 16, 2011
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Just wanting to get some advice on a baby carrier before we invest in one. I have a 7 wk old. Looking for something that will fit me and my husband, I'm about 5 ft and...
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- I have a Maya Wrap and love it. It's flexible and there are a number of different holds you do with it, so you can actually carry your kids with it until they're 35lbs...
- I have a Bjorn but it doesn't allow side or back carrying so I'd go with an Ergo like my friend has.
- I would get him a front pack, and you a front pack or sling. Get two "cheaper" brands and then fit each one to your own body! Check at consignment stores or nice thrif...
Baby Sling Recommendation
Asked by J.S. from Kansas City
on February 9, 2010
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Hello! I am due to have my second baby in a week and have been going back and forth about getting a sling. I didn't have one for my first, but I didn't ever find that ...
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- I used a "Peanut Shell" that I bought at Nordstrom's a few years back. It was a life saver with my second! I used it every day!
- I got one for my second baby thinking it would be helpful as well and it would have been but the two times that I used it I felt like my baby was too big for it, he sl...
- I could have written your post! I am due in June, but I will definitely be purchasing a sling for baby #2 because I will need to have my hands free. I have purchased...
How to choose a good baby backpack?
Asked by K. from Madison
on March 9, 2007
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I am planning on getting a baby backpack to use this spring and summer. Has anyone found a backpack that they really like. I want something that is not too bulky, so...
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- I bought a backpack from Target in '04. It was the only one there. It's not too big or small and I love it. BabiesRUs has a backpack (not Eddie Bauer) too but I fou...
- I don't know what I would have done without my Kelty back pack stroller combo. It was quite spendy but so worth it. I could carry my son on my back and set him down if...
- I wouldnt get a back pack I would get a baby mei tei it works great.and really light to carry because all it is is fabric one of the other moms on mamsource made one f...
Cuddly Wraps
Asked by A.S. from Springfield
on September 4, 2009
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These look pretty neat.. are they any good?? I never used a sling or wrap of any kind with first son, but I think it would be nice to have with having to chase my 21...
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- I haven't used the Cuddly Wrap, but it looks to me like the Moby Wrap which I did have (and still use with my 10 month old). The moby is awesome! I have used five diff...
- they are fabulous! you can get info at a La Leche League meeting. there are also 3 baby wearing groups...one in the grayslake area, one in chicago, and one in Lombard ...
- Never heard of a cuddly wrap, but I strongly recommend wearing your baby. Not only is "next to you" where babies want to be, but it makes caring for a toddler so much ...
Sling Baby Carriers
Asked by A.S. from Chicago
on October 28, 2010
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I'm wondering if any of you moms could recommend and/or give me some feedback on sling carriers you've used. We're expecting Baby #2 in the Spring, and I'm thinking a ...
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- Peanut shells are great but I would seriously consider using a moby if I were you. They are awesome and do not take a lot of cordination or time to put on. Youtube has...
- I don't actually have a sling recommendation, but I do want to ask you to be VERY careful with slings. I'm not trying to be Debbie Downer here, but there have been mu...
- Try the ergo baby. I bought it at diapers.com. I have the bjorn also. But it hurt my back as they got bigger. Its about$ 110 but I wish I had it with my first. Good luck
Nursing Covers
Asked by S.O. from Oklahoma City
on February 4, 2009
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Hey Mommas,
I am going to be taking a plane trip with my 4mo old this month. Since I only breastfeed him we wont be bringing along any bottles. Does anyone have a...
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- Hi, I found window seats to be the most private. If you nurse on takeoff and landing it won't hurt his ears. Someone gave me as a gift a mom clip that turns an...
- You can do some pretty creative things, like mentioned below, or you can just get a decent sized blanket and start practicing!! It is kind of weird the first few times...
- I wore button-down shirts and on the rare occasions that I covered up, I just used a lightweight receiving blanket.
Conidering Buying a Baby Back Carrier and Not Sure What to Get
Asked by J.K. from Topeka
on April 21, 2008
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I have a wonderful, loving 11 month old little boy that is well over 26 pounds. He is cruising, but not yet walking. He's getting a lot of floor time and does a great ...
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- I would recommend any two shoulder carriers. You can compare carriers and find LOTS of information at thebabywearer.com I have used a homemade Mei Tai with my first...
- Just want to put my two-cents in on this subject. I completely agree with Sara who responded. As a Mom who also uses baby carriers I think they are absolutley wonderfu...
- I just started using the ergo for my 4-month old, and so far, I like it, but he doesn't. I think I'm actually a little early for him - he's still a little small (not e...
5 Week Old Sleeping
Asked by R.B. from Chicago
on September 3, 2009
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My 2nd son is 5 weeks old and I am having a very hard time getting him to sleep in his crib. He only sleeps for 30-45 minutes for his daily naps and I try my hardest ...
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- you are not creating any habits at this age...in fact that habit thing is really a myth in general. Kids change so much during their first year they hardly have time t...
- I follow Weissbluth's book and it looks like you've already read it. The idea that newborns should only be awake for 60-90 minutes at a time was very helpful for me. I...
- At that age, I used the "magic sling". It's the one by Infantino at Target. My son would always fall asleep in it. It worked like magic. I also rocked him to sleep...
Looking for Double Stroller Suggestions
Asked by L.L. from Boston
on October 3, 2008
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We're expecting baby no. 2 in Feb. Our first daughter will be 19 mo. old when the baby arrives. We're in the process of researching double strollers and trying to figu...
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- Hi, If you like your B.O.B.- get a B.O.B. Revolution Duallie. We have one and LOVE it ! It's so easy to push and has so much room for the kids! My almost 6 year ol...
- Hi L., I bought the graco double stroller when my son was born and my daughter was 18 mo at the time. It worked great as we were able to snap the carrier into the back...
- well i do have the new graco double stroller which is front and back. my 2 and half yrs old sit in front that hold up to 50 lbs and my 2 mos old baby in carrier seat ...
Baby Carriers: Are They a Good Idea? If Yes, Which Is a Good Brand/model?
Asked by M.R. from Chicago
on December 13, 2010
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Hi, we are researching out Baby carriers (not slings). Whether they are a good idea, when can we put the baby in a carrier and carry her, whether to carry the babies i...
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- I think the Baby Bjorn carrier was the best investment we made. I LOVED having the babies with me. As far as which way she faces? She'll let you know. Our elder so...
- i love my active bjorn (the one with the back support). i've used it for all 3 of my very big babies until about 9 months. i keep them facing me for the first couple...
- I loved my Ergo and I'm about 5 foot 2.
