Baby Backpacks: Infant, Evenflo
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Backpack Child Carriers
Asked by A.B. from Boise
on March 28, 2008
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I'm researching backpack child carriers and wondered what brand everyone out there likes the best. I need one that is sturdy enough to carry a child weighing 25 to 40 ...
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- I have a Sherpani. It is awesome. We went backpacking in Alaska, 8 miles one way, and this backpack was worth every penny. I purchased the backpack at an REI store.
- I had one, I think it was made by Snugli, and it fit me quite comfortably. It help a child up to 40 lbs and was smaller than some of the other ones I looked at. It was...
- My favorite is the Kelty backpack! It is not one of the fancy models that they have that are bulky(you know the ones that you can buy with the canopy, diaper bag atta...
Sling or Backpack... What Would Work??
Asked by K.R. from Youngstown
on July 10, 2009
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Hey ladies,
I'm preparing for our family vacation and wondering what to do with my little one. He is 19 months old and about 27 lbs, so he is quite a load to c...
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- I would use the backpack the a boy that big:) I am not sure what brand to tell you to get because my youngest is 19 years old But we had one with thick shoulder pads ...
- I would suggest a backpack due to the age and weight of the child because we carry greater weight for longer periods of time on our backs than we can in a sling, as a ...
- I think he's too big for a sling. We used the backpack with our boys and it was a good thing. When you buy one make sure both you and hubby see what is comfortable ...
Who's Tried to Skip the Infant Carrier Car Seat?
Asked by C.I. from Washington DC
on March 19, 2009
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Hey everyone! So here's a question for you. We have a 2 year old who's in the Britax Marathon which we have front facing now, but which works great as a rear facing ...
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- I did skip the infant seat. My baby was 9 lbs at birth and most folks thought she was a toddler way before she was. I used the 3 n 1 Evenflo seat at the time. (10 y...
- I have 4 children and we've never used the infant carrier seats. I think too many babies are left in them too long and I always want to be holding my little ones. I ...
- I personally didn't do it (but probably would if had to do over), but my sister-in-law did and it worked for her. I think it depends on your 'style'. Are you an on t...
Can Anyone Recommend a Good Breast Pump?
Asked by W.S. from Dallas
on May 19, 2008
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I am wondering if anyone could recommend a brand of breast pump that worked really well for them. I will be working full time, so I will need one for every day use. ...
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- Medela Breast pump is the best. I saw one at this resale shop for about 100.00 the name of the resale shop is SUGAR N SPICE it is located in Plano TX you can call and ...
- The Medela Pump In Style is perfect for you. It's pricey for it and all the parts but is totally worth it. (It's also compatable with gerber and gerber style bottles...
- I loved my Medela pump. I actually bought a hospital grade one since I knew I would be using it a lot, but I hear their pump in style is really nice. It costs around $...
Help with Infant Carrier!
Asked by H.B. from Evansville
on September 22, 2008
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Oka, with my first child I purchased the Evenflo Snugle Comfort Vent soft carrier. I carried him around in this all the time. Never any problems. My 4 month old is ...
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- I haven't used this, but I plan on purchasing one. It's called a sleepy wrap - here's the website (http://www.sleepywrap.com/index.php?page=home). It's just a strip ...
- My kids and I both hated the sling - they were never comfortable in it. With my second one I loved the Hip Hammock. The baby sits just like you would naturally carry...
- H., I have used and still use both the Eddie Bauer front pack carrier as well as a Moby Wrap with my second son who is 8 months old. He loves them both as do I. I h...
Car Seat Recommendations
Asked by H.L. from San Francisco
on August 1, 2009
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Hi Moms -
I'm seeing a lot of sales for Britax car seats, which got me thinking about getting a convertible car seat. My daughter is currently using a Graco infant ...
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- My 22 month-old is in a Sunshine Kids Radian 80. I just moved her at 17 months because she didn't outgrow/hit the weight requirement until then. I do like it very much...
- The Marathon will last longer as it has a higher weight max. We have always used the Britax Marathon, safe safe safe! I would highly recommend spending the extra mon...
- We loved the Roundabout. My son liked it and was always very comfortable in it. I like that it washed well and easily. We have now moved on to the frontier.
Baby Bjorn
Asked by L.C. from San Francisco
on January 20, 2009
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Hello, The pediatrician mentioned that my 3 1/2 month old baby is developing a slightly flat head in the back. She suggested that when he's awake to try to avoid hav...
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- Hi Julie, We use the Ergo carrier for our 4 month old and it is world's more comfortable (in my opinion) than the Bjorn. Under 15 pounds and they recommend the inf...
- The Ergo carrier is amazing. It puts the weight on your hips instead of your back. Go to a baby store with many different type of packs and ask if you can try them o...
- I agree with the previous post! Get an Ergo! I love mine and carry my 22 pound-1 year old in it sometimes still to this day! You can purchase it at the Nurture Cent...
Best Breat Pumps and Breast Pads
Asked by B.H. from Panama City
on September 3, 2009
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Good morning, Ladies!
I am trying to do research on the best best pumps, both manual and electric. I've heard good reviews about the manual Lansolil but most revie...
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- I can't tell you anything about pumps, but I wasn't too impressed with the reusable nursing pads. They would work well nearer to the end of the nursing period for me,...
- I rented a breastpump from the hospital at first to get my supply to come in well. Then I bought a Medela pump in style. I LOVE that pump. Double, electric with the...
- Yes, the Medela is expensive, but it works well. I'm not sure about buying a used pump. I know milk did back up into my tubing and the motor a few times. So if you ...
Seeking Recommendations and Warnings for Dual Electric Breast Pumps
Asked by V.E. from Albany
on June 12, 2009
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I will be breastfeeding my second child after he is born in late July/early August. I breastfed my first son about four years ago, and used a simple hand operated brea...
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- I used the Ameda purely yours breast pump. It worked great and I had no problems with it. I nursed for 10 months so it got a lot of use! Plus its a lot less expensiv...
- Loved the Medela! It had all of the "extra" attachments (including a car adapter), which was great. My sister will be using mine after her twins and she just bought ...
- Hey V., Just like you my kids are four years apart. I had my daughter this past April so the age difference will be good for you. Anyway, I recommend Medela pump...
I'm Trying to Register for My Baby Shower and I Don't Know What I Need...
Asked by R.R. from San Francisco
on September 11, 2008
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There are so many "must-have" baby things out there that I have no idea what is really helpful vs. what is not as important. If you could respond with baby products t...
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- One thing I found invaluable was a baby carrier. I had a clingy baby who needed constant attention (still does and she is 12! :) ) and I would carrier her on my bac...
- 1) If you're going to use disposable diapers, don't get a Diaper Genie -- they require their own special bags. Get the Diaper Champ -- you can use tall kitchen garbag...
- I lived in my sling-for the baby of course. Also, a portable small bassinet with a removeable top (it snaps right on top, so I could change the baby there when she wa...
