Mei Tai: Preschooler
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What Baby Carrier Do You Prefer?
Asked by L.L. from Portland
on July 6, 2010
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I am trying to find the right baby carrier for my 6 month old baby girl. My friend has both the ergo and the freehand mei tai. I tried the mei tai and loved it but s...
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- Ergo! I have neck and shoulder issues so I was very concerned about buying something that would not stress those parts of my body. Also we were adopting from Vietnam...
- We have used a Baby Bjorn, hotsling and Ergo for our 2 kids. The ergo is by far the most comfortable for me and baby and I love that I can still haul either of my ki...
- For my first child, I had a pouch sling (from slinglings.com) and loved it. I carried him in there until he was nearly 2 (and close to 30 lbs). The sling did keep me...
Baby Carrier Help
Asked by R.K. from Chicago
on April 4, 2011
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I am interested in babywearing this time around. I have been researching my options but would like to know what other Mom's like and dislike about their carriers.
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- When I first started wearing, I found the Kangaroo Korner pouches the best. They're adjustable unlike Hot Slings, and very easy to use. That was key for me since I w...
- I went back and forth between my maya wrap and something similar to the moby wrap. I LOVED my maya. Mine had an open tail so I could throw it over my girls as a shield...
- I find it easiest to have a couple of baby carriers for different ages and uses. If you buy used from craigslist you can get three carriers for the cost of one new one...
Baby Wrap/slings...
Asked by N.P. from Seattle
on June 2, 2010
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Getting a little overwhelmed with all the wraps and slings they have these days. So i wanted to get some feedback on what people have liked! Right now I'm considering ...
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- I have several friends that SWEAR by their moby wraps, but I have never personally used one. I tried a Mei Tai and I didn't like it (I have very sensitive shoulders a...
- Hi, Personally I couldn't have lived without my Moby wrap. It was SO comfortable, and my baby practically lived in it for the first 4 months or so. With my first ba...
- I have a Mayawrap and I really like it. I used it for both my kids, it is very versatile, you can nurse with it, use it front, back, hip, hold baby in front, hold bab...
Double Stroller Advice
Asked by W.R. from Norfolk
on September 28, 2010
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Hi Moms! I am expecting my 2nd in February, when my first child will be nearly 3. I expect there will be times that I will need to have them both confined to a strol...
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- I have the Sit-n-stand and LOVE it!!! My son had just turned 4 when my daughter was born, and I wanted to have some way of containing him without strappinghim down. ...
- My son was 2-12/ when my second was born. We have the Joovy Ultralight Caboose. It is only 21 lbs., folds up very easily, and pushes like a dream. Comes with a fant...
- at that age id get a sit and stand. with cup holders....i love cup holders. make sure infant seat will fit in the seat and 3 year old still has room too. there are ...
Nursing Sling/wraps
Asked by A.H. from Kansas City
on October 12, 2009
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Hi wonderful mommas!
I'm seeking advice for a wrap/sling for a newborn suitable for nursing and overall just wearing at home or out and about. I have a 3 year old an...
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- I have a baby k'tan sling, and it is awesome. I bought it at the Mommy and Me store at Shawnee Mission Medical Center last year. I traveled to Seattle when my younge...
- Check this out: milestonemeitai.blogspot.com
- First can I just say I am so excited that you are going to nurse and wear your baby! It's the best feeling when you carry around a snuggly, sleepy teeny one....just t...
Slings
Asked by P.H. from Boston
on May 28, 2009
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Hi, I am due to have my second child in a couple of weeks. I also have a very active 3 year old . I am thinking about getting the HOTSLING upon one recommendation. Doe...
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- I have a mei-tai carrier and I love it. Very comfortable for both of us, and very adjustabl size-wise. It's easy to learn to use, and feels very secure -- the baby w...
- Hi P., I used my Over the Shoulder Baby Holder sling a ton last summer when my daughter was born. My older daughter was 2.9 at the time. I think a sling is great, esp...
- I completely agree with Ru R's suggestion below that you go to Isis Maternity. Slings are not one of those items where one size/style fits all. You really need to tr...
Best Baby Carrier
Asked by L.C. from Duluth
on November 16, 2010
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HI all,
I have a 3 year old and a 2.5 month old- I have come to realize I really need a new baby carrier to get some stuff done. What is the best baby carrier- easy ...
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- I've tried a bunch of different carriers and I like the ERGO carrier best. Good luck w whatever you choose!
- I just bought a kokopax, and really love it. Started using it when my baby was just under 4 months old. it says to wait till 6 months but i felt like she was ready. I ...
- Love, love, love my mei tai carrier. Bought in on etsy can send you the lady's info if interested. It is super comfy to wear and folds so compact to fit in diaper bag....
Anyone Know of a Sling/babywear Product That Works Beyond 35 Lbs?
Asked by S.S. from San Antonio
on October 25, 2010
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I met a woman when my son was an infant with her 3 year old in this great hip sling. I neglected to ask about it because silly me thought, I won't be holding him that...
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- The Moby wrap is awesome! I believe it holds up to 35 or 40 pounds. I love mine!
- I had a Hip Hammock -- I think they are available at Babies R Us. It didn't work well for me though. Because the baby (well, toddler) was so heavy when we adopted hi...
- many carriers that work past 35 pounds. BabyHawk goes up to 45 with the Oh Snap! :-)
Sling/Wrap/Carrier Recommendation
Asked by G.S. from Chicago
on March 11, 2008
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I want to give my sister a sling for her new baby (due in 2 weeks!). She already has a 4 year old at home so we need something mobile and is condusive to breastfeeding...
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- I am a 2X also and would recommend a Moby sling for a wrap sling (great for little babies-2 years) and then a hotsling for a pouch sling. I have both for different pur...
- I am expecting in two weeks as well and I just bought a Maya sling or ring sling. It is the most flexible of carriers I think because it is entirely adjustable and ha...
- Just thought I'd throw in another suggestion. We have a couple adjustable pouches from kangarookorner.com and they've been wonderful -- especially for new babies. The ...
Baby Carrier/Slings Recommendations
Asked by S.P. from Reading
on February 26, 2007
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I' looking into purchasing either a baby carrier or a sling for a 4 month old. He's classified as a "high needs baby" (according to Dr. Sears) and needs to be held an...
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- I would recommed the jeep front carrier. It worked wonderfully for me and my special needs baby. She was born very premature. And it keeps them in thier and very close...
- ok, so it looks like you have a lot of info to go on. i have an 8 month old and she was needy from day one. i tried the graco carrier that i used with my son 3 years...
- I recommend an Ergo Baby Carrier. They are a bit pricy, but well worth it.
