Moving Tips & Advice: Ellaroo
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Baby Gear Advice
Asked by K.S. from Chicago
on January 3, 2009
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Hi!
I was wondering if you could give me advice on the newest baby gear. I gave most of my baby gear away 6 months ago(after my 4th child). Now surprise...I am ex...
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- hi and congrats! my favorite baby gear item was the kangaroo korner fleese pocket sling. easy for mom and dad to use. baby easy in and out, in all different carrier...
- Congrats!! I hope this helps. I LOVE to purchase strollers. I think its my addiction.LOL. Saying that I do not not like the Bugaboo or the Silver Cross. They take...
- I second Judith on the Ergo! Worth the money, and maybe you could find one slightly loved online...we even got it at Be By Baby--they have a sling class that is $15 an...
Looking for Advice on Slings
Asked by C.S. from Jacksonville
on December 27, 2007
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I want to purchase a sling to carry my son in. He is 2 months old and LOVES to be held. I also have a 18 mth old girl, so I need some "extra" hands. I was hoping to...
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- I had the new little star sling (I think it is the cheaper version of the new native sling) that I purchased new off of ebay and loved to use with my daughter when she...
- I used slings for my children and it sure made things sooo much easier. I used both the Maya Wrap and also a Heart to Heart sling. (You can buy them online-just goog...
- I just purchased a Maya Wrap, and I LOVE it! Exactly what I was looking for in a sling! You can take a look at them here: http://www.mayawrap.com/ I actually bough...
4 Month Old Wants to Be Held Non-stop
Asked by L.H. from Denver
on May 27, 2008
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HELP!! I am a single mom of four and my 4 month old won't ever let me put him down, EVER!! I am in the process of moving because I was laid off while in the hospital ...
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- Definitely get a sling. I recommend a Maya Wrap. It will allow your baby to be close, but still let you get done what you need to get done without hurting your back....
- Did the move with a newborn too. Not fun. Personally I don't believe in letting babies scream or cry, it teaches them that no one is there. My two are honors students ...
- Sling is agreat idea - For back problems, might try the ERGO carrier with infant insert. www.myfavoritebabycarrier.com. Good luck!
3 Month Old Will Not Take Naps in Crib
Asked by M. from Portland
on June 23, 2008
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I have a 3 month old who will sleep in his crib at night but will not take a nap in his crib during the day. I have "blacked" out his room so lighting is not the issu...
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- first of all, dont get frustrated or nervouce... baby can sense that and will react to that. at this age baby is still very very young. sleeping in a swing or with...
- My grandson slept in his swing too. He would also sleep in his car seat. The bottome is formed with a rocker base so that when he kicked it rocked. We fasted him in...
- M.- If you're planning on going on vacation, now might not be a good time to try to conditon the little one to sleep in his crib for nap time. My little ones all w...
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.
Baby Carrier or Sling
Asked by L.S. from New York
on November 27, 2009
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Hi All,
I am in the market for a sling or carrier. What are the most popular brands and why. I have done some research, but nothing has been really helpful.........e...
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- Hey, I want to say that I loved all my baby carriers! Here's my opinion -- 1. To me the best is the Bjorn Sport (it's red and black). It was comfy, easy to use for ...
- hands down the ergo carrier. it is super comfy and distributes the weight on your hips, can be worn front back or side,and goes from infant to toddler - 40pd weight li...
- I have had a variety of baby carriers and slings and didn't use most of them. The only one I used a lot was the Hip Hammock. It is very easy to use for bigger babies...
