Carriers & Slings: Older Child
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Carrier or Sling for a New Born
Asked by S.R. from San Francisco
on February 17, 2008
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Just wondering what type of carrier or sling is recommend that anyone has used to carry a newborn. We have a Baby Bjorn but I know that the baby needs to be older wit...
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- I used an Infantino for my son, but if I had to do it again, I'd use a New Native carrier. I got a HotSling and didn't like the feel of the ring on my shoulder, but ot...
- It really depends on your personality (and the baby's too). I fell in love with the adjustable ring sling, mostly because it was sooooo easy to nurse while I was doing...
- I HIGHLY recommend the Metrowrap (look it up online). I used the Baby Bjorn for my two older children and thought it was great until it really started bothering my bac...
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,...
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. ...
Where to by a Baby Sling Here in Dalllas
Asked by R.L. from Dallas
on July 27, 2007
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Hi there,
I was wondering if anyone knows where you can by a sling carrier. I have a regular front carrier, but I am thinking that my little one would prefer a sling ...
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- I've seen them at Targets & Babies R Us. I actually bought one for my infant & ended up returning it. My infanty did not like it all & she didn't look very comfortabl...
- We loved our Moby Wrap. Both my husband and I were able to use it comfortably. http://www.mobywrap.com/
- I have one that is wonderful and it goes from newborn up to 25 pounds. I have two of them but I am selling one of them for 10 bucks. I have a booklet and the cd that g...
Best Baby Carrier
Asked by S.C. from Los Angeles
on January 24, 2009
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So I am having my second child with in the month and i need a good baby carrier to keep the infant on me while I chase after my toddler! :) I tried out some of my frie...
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- S., I hated the Baby Bjorn. It hurt my shoulders, back and neck. I have an Ultimate Baby Wrap that I loved when my babies were tiny. For an older baby, I love the ...
- i saw a lot of recommendations for the ergo, which i love for my 6 month old, but it was not great when she was a newborn (the infant insert is a headache). I loked th...
- Hi S., For my daughter we used the Infantino sling. It's a soft cloth sling that is easy to get into and out of, leaves your hands free, and supports your baby in ...
Baby Backpack or Sling for TWO!
Asked by K.B. from Anchorage
on December 20, 2008
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Does anyone know if a "double" sling or backpack is made? My 19 week old twins have decided they want to be held all the time, which of course is impossible with one, ...
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- You might look into getting a Moby Wrap. I got one and I love it. I still carry my 15 month old in it and he weighs about 30 pounds. On their web site you can see how ...
- The maximom carrier is great .. i used it for my twins. You can use it so many different ways. I think you can button up the leg holes and use it as a sling (I never d...
- I think it's possible for you to wear two slings at the same time, if not for too long, your back will be angry! I would take the girls to a place that lets you try on...
Best Carrier for Twins?
Asked by O.M. from Chicago
on June 16, 2008
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Hi - Does anyone have any experience with using carriers with twins?
I've done some preliminary looking online and I have seen the Maximom Twin carrier, and also th...
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- O.: congratulations!!!! look at the Moby Wrap ( www.mobywrap.com)... I have sold them to twin mothers who have loved them. also. there is a baby we...
- Hi O., My boy/girl twins turned 2 last month. I used a front/back Snugli for my daughter when she was little (now 6), and I liked it, but I had given it away. I b...
- I'd check www.thebabywearer.com and see what people there suggest - I've seen folks use 2 slings, 2 wraps etc. For little babies I like pouch and wrap slings the best...
Baby Sling or Wrap
Asked by L.C. from Detroit
on March 20, 2009
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I'm expecting Baby #2 very soon and I'm thinking about purchasing a sling or wrap.
I had a Baby Bjorn with my son and I didn't care for it. He didn't like it either...
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- Hi L., I make ring slings. I've tried many different kinds and found none could compete with the versatility and comfort of the ring sling style. You can use one rin...
- I just bought one of the Maya baby slings. My friend used it and still uses it with her 1 year old. She swears by it so I'am definately excited to use it they are kind...
- I personally have a wrap and baby hawk - love the wrap, baby hawk isn't so nice to store. Friends of mine love the Ergo carrier & say it's completely comfortable. An...
Baby Carrier Recommendations?
Asked by O.A. from Portland
on January 19, 2012
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I just found out that I'm expecting my third baby. I'm wanting to get a carrier that I really love, this time. I'm looking for something that is VERY comfortable, I ...
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- Hi there, I have the Gemini. It is definitely a versatile carrier but be warned it is not super easy to put on or take off. Doing it one handed is next to impossib...
- I do not like face forward models as they do not protect a baby from the vibrations of others who see her/him face on. A small child needs protection from the emotion...
- There's no getting around actually trying them yourself.... unless you're 5'7, b cup, about 135. (or a man). Despite that carriers are "for" women, they seem to fit me...
Ring Sling for Breastfeeding
Asked by L.C. from Los Angeles
on February 12, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone had success using a ring sling for carrying their baby? I have 3 baby carriers already (Peanut shell...baby is too squished, Ellaroo wrap... ...
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- L., I LOVE my Maya Wrap ring sling!!! My son was a very big baby 10lb 2 oz at birth and was over 24 lbs by 4 mnths. It was the only way to carry him comfortably whi...
- Hi L., If you live in the Hollywood area, you should stop into our store for a free Sling Clinic. Bring your baby and try our slings with our staffs help. This wo...
- Have you heard of the Moby wrap? It is THE BEST BABY CARRIER EVER! You can nurse with it hands free and your baby will love falling asleep on you in it. It is extremel...
