Carriers & Slings: Babies 'R' Us
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Sling
Asked by E.R. from Dallas
on August 8, 2006
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I have a 2 year old son and will have another son on the way very soon. I tried the backpack type of carrier for my first child but returned it because it was uncomfo...
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- I would recommend that you look into the Ergo carrier or the Patapum. I have the Patapum and love it. It's for when they're too big for the sling.
- I have used different slings/pouches over the years, starting with the easy to find but much too padded NoJo. I currently use a Maya Wrap (that is six years old and al...
- E., You should check out the responses to the sling/carrier question that I posed last week. I got some really great responses about different slings for infants ...
Baby Sling or Baby Carrier
Asked by A.T. from San Antonio
on September 16, 2006
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Hi!
I'm expecting my second baby in about 2 1/2 weeks and would like to buy a sling or baby carrier to keep my hands free. I was wondering if any of you have any rec...
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- I bought one for my daugther that she loves. She can nurse, let baby sleep and it lasts. It has now been used by 5 babies and it still looks like it just came out of...
- Hi- I A. in the same situation as you, so I A. going to try this one. The reviews mention a lot about no back pain from other users. My mom friends and I never fel...
- CONGRATULATIONS!!! Oh the excitement of welcoming a new addition to your family. I have an 8 year old son and A. a big girl so I couldn't use a sling or carrier but,...
Sling
Asked by J.M. from Los Angeles
on March 6, 2008
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I would like to try a sling this time when I have my baby but I have NO idea which ones are good. I am particularly interested in ones that say they are good for nursi...
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- I posted my two favorite baby carriers in my bargain hunting article on my blog, "Raising a Healthy Child". If you're interested you can check it out at: www.amikolayc...
- I nursed in a Kangaroo Pouch, Maya Sling and Ergo Carrier. It can be done. I would see if you have a local retailer near you so you can go in and check out the dif...
- I really think this is something you're going to have to wait on-until baby comes (so you can try them out). What works for one doesn't always work for another-especia...
Baby Carrier or Sling?
Asked by S.M. from Dallas
on January 27, 2011
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I work at home and I am going to back to work on Tuesday after being out on maternity leave. My son will be 6 weeks old on Tuesday. He really likes to be held a lot so...
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- I think you could go with a Moby wrap. They are a little complicated to get figured out (lots of fabric and wrapping) but comfortable. My main problem with mine is tha...
- Love, love, love my moby wrap!! It was an instant sleep remedy for my son, put him in there and he was asleep in 5 minutes top. It is is very versatile and will last a...
- Get a sling, or make a Moby Wrap--piece of cake, safe as you. Good luck!
Best Sling
Asked by E.D. from Great Falls
on August 8, 2008
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I would like to get advice about the best sling out there. I do own a Maya-wrap which I don't find very "user-friendly". I have watched the video a thousand times and ...
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- I am not sure if you are completely sold on a sling, but I had alot of luck with my Hotsling - just put the sling over your sholder and instert the baby. The down sid...
- Hug-a-monkey slings are the best I ever tried! And I shopped around before I got one. They are light-weight, made or organic cotton, super easy to put on. They open up...
- www.b-sling.blogspot.com they are really cute and super comfortable just $40 good luck
Sling Recommendation
Asked by J.G. from Philadelphia
on April 10, 2008
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Can anyone recommend a sling? I looked at the reviews on Babies R' Us and none of them seem to be any good. I just need it to get things done around the house and to...
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- My son is 10 and was the same way. When he was about 5 we figured it was time to do something. First, don't make a big deal about with her. Second, Try Thumb. Availab...
- I have always used an Over the Shoulder Baby Holder from newborn up,http://www.slingbaby.com/, however, now when my third was 12 months, I discovered how great the erg...
- Hi J., I have a Maya wrap that I purchased from handsfreebaby.com and I love it. This was after I tried the HotSlings pouch that I purchased at Target. The HotSl...
Baby Sling
Asked by J.M. from Wilmington
on April 1, 2008
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I am looking for a great baby sling. Does anyone have a reconmendation.
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- Hi, J.. I used a Hug-a-Bub when my daughter was a baby. It was great. It is a long piece of fabric that you wrap around yourself (seems a little complicated at first, ...
- I used the "NOJO" sling by Dr. Sears. I got it at babies r us. If you are petite or big busted, it's not always easy to keep tight enough, but I made mine work for t...
- mayawrap.com The original is the one I have used with two kids.
Sling Recommendation
Asked by D.L. from Las Vegas
on April 2, 2008
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I am looking for a good sling, i have the Hotsling but it doesn't really work. My baby is growing fast and he is not comfortable in it (me neither). Anyone recommend...
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- I have the Ultimate Baby Wrap which you can get at Target or Babies R Us and I love it. It is one huge piece of cotton-lycra that you wrap around yourself and it grow...
- I love my "adjustable fleech pouch"...can be found at www.kangarookorner.com. We've been using it since birth and my 9-month-old is now 25 pounds and still loves it (...
- hey D.! i was searching for the right sling for a while, and finally found one that i love! it's very comfortable, it grows with your child (up to 30 lbs), it's afor...
Infant Sling
Asked by V.B. from Phoenix
on May 1, 2010
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What is your favorite type of baby sling? I'm not really looking for a front pack (baby bjorn style) more like the slings that cradle the baby. I don't really want o...
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- Hi! My husband knows a business associate who has a local company called Sunshine Baby Slings. The web site is sunshinebabyslings.com and the phone number is ###-###...
- I love my moby wrap and it really wasn't difficult to learn to tie. Their website has videos and tutorials to help you. I love that you can use it from the newborn s...
- I know you are looking for more of a sling, but I have an Ergo and I love it! It has an infant insert that can be used early on, but it can hold up to 30-40 pounds whi...
Best Baby Carrier?
Asked by K.S. from Dallas
on February 25, 2008
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I currently have the Native Carrier sling. THis sling is great but I can already tell it won't last long as my baby will soon outgrow it. I'd say I have one more month...
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- I use the Maya Wrap (a similar ring sling) from day 1 to 2-3 years old, it's always worked great for me! A.
- I have several carriers. I LOVE my Beco for ease of use and comfort. I also have a few wraps (one DIY, and 2 wovens), a mei tai and a ring sling. I think they all w...
- I really would suggest a Baby Hawk Mei Tai carrier. No hoops, buckles (on the one that I got) to pinch or bind both the carrier and the carried! I have tried ALOT of d...
