Carriers & Slings: Evenflo
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Best All Around Sling
Asked by M.B. from Los Angeles
on May 21, 2008
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I'm looking for advice on the best sling for a newborn on up. I used the standard Baby Bjorn with my daughter, which she loved. However, my back didn't love it. I thou...
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- I liked a plain old sling. Got mine from www.Babymoonslings.com. I had the Bjorn with back support and liked it OK when my baby was very small, but overall the sling...
- I have a baby bjorn as well, but really enjoy using the ERGO carrier. It was great on my back and if it wasn't for the price, right now, I would own my own. For now, I...
- I loved the ERGO..it distributes the weight evenly. I haven't had back issues with it.
What Is the Most Versatile Carrier?
Asked by T.M. from Medford
on January 12, 2008
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We recently switched our soon-to-be 5 month old baby's car seat and it isn't a traveller kind. We are now faced with how to easily carry our baby when we grocery shop...
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- I absolutely LOVE my Ergo baby carrier. It can be used in the front, on the side and as a backpack carrier. You can also put your child in it until they are about 40...
- Ergo, Ergo, Ergo! I use one for my 6mo son and we do everything in it! Errands, shopping, housework, you name it! I can even nurse him in it because it comes with a gr...
- Go for the Ergo! I still put my 15 month old in in and wear him on my front. He loves it. He says, "Pack! Pack!" when he sees me get it down from the coat rack. ...
Britax Boulevard? Evenflo Triumph Advance? Anyone?
Asked by E.E. from San Francisco
on August 20, 2008
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I'm car seat shopping for my little guy. He's only three months right now but he's getting pretty heavy in his infant carrier. I bought the Evenflo Triumph Advance b...
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- I would definitely go with the Britax...it's worth the extra money. Everyone I know right away said get a Britax. We went with the marathon, because it will last for...
- i think evenflo (either the triumph or the titan) has a really good safety rating - either better than or equal to the britax. you might want to check out Consumer Re...
- We have the britax....2 of them for our twins. I absolutely love it. The price is outrageous, but you actually feel like you get your $ worth when they are in it for...
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 ...
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...
Infant Carrier for Large Baby
Asked by A.R. from New York
on October 10, 2010
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My 6 1/2 month old son weighs 19lbs 7oz, and is fast outgrowing his infant car seat. My baby has an almost 3 yr old brother, and we go out a lot to playgrounds, hiking...
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- Get a backpack - that way he can still see, but you can go long distances walking without back pain - and you can set it down to standing mode and let him look around ...
- I love the Ergo baby carrier. You can carry the baby on the hip, on the back, or in the front. It doesn't hurt my back and I still carry my daughter in the front. She ...
- I understand totally! We ended up buying the Graco My ride 65. we used the Evenflo Aura Elite until he was about 10 months old (he was born 9lb5oz...he's almost one...
Baby Bjorn Carrier Vs. Ergo Baby Carrier
Asked by J.G. from Omaha
on August 2, 2010
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Looking to get a carrier for our new baby. I've read up on both the Baby Bjorn and the Ergo and they both seem nice. Just can't decide which one to get...Which one i...
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- Ergos are fantastic! Vastly better than Bjorns and will last you much longer. Don't hesitate to buy one. Mine has been through two kids and is onto its third (my ni...
- I had/have both plus a sling. I'm 5'8" and 120lbs (slight) and the baby bjorn just didn't fit me right. I couldn't get it tight enough. Worked great for my husban thou...
- Ergo is definitely the best of the two. You will need an infant insert for the Ergo if your baby is under 6 months or so. You will be able to use the Ergo for many y...
Shopping for a Good Baby Carrier
Asked by S.S. from Sacramento
on June 25, 2007
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I am about to have baby #2 and was told that a "must have" is a front carrier for the new baby. Since there are SOOO many choices out there I was looking for some advi...
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- I have the Ergo and love it but I didn't get it until my baby was around 9 months. It apparently has a newborn insert but I'm thinking you might find a wrap or sling t...
- Unfortunately, Baby Bjorn is the best and most comfortable. It's worth the extra $$ if you can manage it. They also have a nice mesh one that is best for summer as it...
- I started with a sling, then had a Snugli, then an original Baby Bjorn, and now a Baby Bjorn with the lumbar support. I LOVE the lumbar support. With my growing girl...
Has Anyone Used the Sherpani Rumba Child Carrier?
Asked by M.R. from Los Angeles
on July 3, 2008
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We are looking to buy a good child carrier for hiking with our 15 month old daughter and any future children. We are considering the Sherpani Rumba (2007 model). Has...
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- Dear M., Greetings!!! There is a phenomenal BABYWEARING group here in L.A. called KOALA L.A. led by the very AMAZING Traci Cummings. Her monthly meetings are incre...
- if you're actually going to hike, i cannot more highly recommend the kelty FC, we have the 1.0 http://www.rei.com/product/765837 which is amazing. i have a very big b...
- I agree with Michele S. I used several slings and they hurt my back when the boys got older. The Ergo Baby carrier is a fantastic, and I'm still using it comfortably...
Need Advice on a Good Baby Carrier for Older Babies
Asked by C.S. from Dallas
on December 1, 2007
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we are adopting a baby, and she's already 6 months old and 15 pounds. She probably won't be here until she's around 9 months old- so I need a convertable (wear on bac...
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- We used our snugli (which is made for up to 24 lbs) all the way up to 24.5 lbs. It is a good way to have the baby close to you and your hubby won't feel to girly wear...
- Hi C., I just moved to NYC. I bought the Ergo baby carrier for my son who is 11 months old. He weighs 22 lbs. It is perfect for us. I take him in the subway and can...
- I have an ergo baby carrier, it is kind of pricey $84 but it is a 3 in one. Front carrier, hip carrier and a carrier for the back. you can order it at www.cobaltcarr...
