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Sudden Severe Back Pain
Asked by D.C. from Dallas
on December 11, 2009
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This morning I knelt down to pick something up and was struck with SEVERE low back pain. I couldn't move at all. I yelled out in pain and luckily my husband was stil...
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- DC, I recommend a chiropractor. I good one should be able to get you feeling better in just 2 or 3 visits. M.
- I had something very similar happen to me, and its actually happened several times now...but each time I put ice on it. I know that heat sounds good, and some people ...
- DC, I have been there! I even told my husband I would rather have a baby than experience that pain! Get ice on there as much as you can for the first 24 hours. Then...
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...
Infant/toddler Carriers Front and Back Facing
Asked by T.R. from Tulsa
on April 23, 2011
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I'm looking at infant/toddler carriers and wanted some experience...
the one I'm looking at the baby always faces parent, baby can ride in front or behind parent bu...
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- With my 4 children..I finally FOUND one (with my 4th child) that I like..it's the Moby. I have bad back problems after my 1st child was born. I've tried the regular ca...
- hi T.. loved my ergo!!!!! it faced front or on the back as well. It was healthy for the growth of his leg area...more than the baby bjorn.... hth. jilly
- My friends have an Ergo, which in retrospect is what I would have bought had I known. It's versatile and can carry their baby front, back or on the side. I have a bac...
Recommendations for Shopping Cart Covers
Asked by E.S. from San Francisco
on March 3, 2008
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Hello,
Can anyone recommend a reasonably priced shopping cart cover? There are not many reviews on this. I'm not looking for all the bells and whistles. Just som...
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- AVON sells a decent one at a reasonable price.
- I have the Floppy Seat. It works the best...and I've tried a few other "cheaper" models. It covers everything completely and has a strap to put around your child also....
- You may be able to find a used one at a used kids store or on craigslist. I have a Floppy Seat: http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2440415. I put it ...
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...
Best Infant Sling for Short Moms
Asked by M.M. from Los Angeles
on January 5, 2010
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I'm about to have my second baby any day and am looking for a recommendation on the best sling or wrap-type carrier (not a basic Baby Bjorn-type front carrier) to use ...
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- I had a sling that i never used, a bjorn that hurt my back, and a wrap that I LOVED. These were all hand-me-downs from friends, but I think the wrap may be called Mob...
- I'm not sure if they still have them, but the Pump Station in Santa Monica used to have a free sling clinic Monday and Wednesdays. You could see all the different typ...
- Hi M., Look into the Moby Wrap. If you stop by Milkalicious, a breast feeding boutique by you, they will happily show you how to wear it! I think you will really li...
Baby Carrier
Asked by L.H. from Detroit
on October 13, 2009
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Oh my gosh! There are so many more baby carriers on the market than there was three years ago! I have the Infantino SlingRider, which I'll use, but I now want one that...
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- There is this wonderful lady in Ann Arbor who will come to your house with a TON of carriers and let you try them all on and she is even a certified babywearing instru...
- I have a Baby Bjorn and I love it. M.
- I have a Moby Wrap, as well as the Snugli, Baby Bjorn, and Jeep carrier. I was using all of them, but recently read something that really concerned me. Apparently the ...
Help I Need to Find a Baby Carrier/sling!!!!!
Asked by B.W. from Minneapolis
on December 27, 2008
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I really need to find something to “wear” my baby. I cannot get anything done and I think a sling or carrier is the alternative. I bought a hotsling with my olde...
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- The only one I can recommend is the maya wrap.It does however have a lot of material,but can be worn many different ways. Mine came with an instuctioal DVD.
- Everybody I talk to loves the "Baby Bjorn."
- I used Sling Ezee. I loved this carrier. They come in different sizes so it will fit your small frame and was designed by a chiropractor so it doesn't hurt your back l...
Baby Carriers
Asked by C.S. from Albuquerque
on July 16, 2008
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I am looking for more info on baby wraps/slings/carriers that actually work. I have heard really good things about the Sleepy Wrap. Has anyone tried this one or others...
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- There's a babywearing class next monday near you. http://www.bodymindandspiritabq.com You can try on several different types of wraps to see what would work best f...
- I have an Ergo-carrier & LOVE IT!! My son was just too heavy for the Bjorn & the wrap was just too much work to put on/take off. Hope that helps.
- there is a local mama who makes the best carrier i own! you can see it at www.sunshinebabyslings.com it is a mei tei but the straps are wide so it wears like a wrap. ...
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!
