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Backpack Child Carriers
Asked by A.B. from Boise
on March 28, 2008
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I'm researching backpack child carriers and wondered what brand everyone out there likes the best. I need one that is sturdy enough to carry a child weighing 25 to 40 ...
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- I have a Sherpani. It is awesome. We went backpacking in Alaska, 8 miles one way, and this backpack was worth every penny. I purchased the backpack at an REI store.
- I had one, I think it was made by Snugli, and it fit me quite comfortably. It help a child up to 40 lbs and was smaller than some of the other ones I looked at. It was...
- My favorite is the Kelty backpack! It is not one of the fancy models that they have that are bulky(you know the ones that you can buy with the canopy, diaper bag atta...
Baby Carriers
Asked by L.L. from St. Cloud
on July 1, 2011
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My husband and I are plannig a family vacation this summer to South Dakota and Wyoming. Our son is 9 months old and I have been shopping around online for baby carrier...
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- After everyone recommended the Ergo, I Googled the Ergo Sport, which is supposed to be better for the summer. I found a website called Heavenly Hold that lets you do ...
- Well, the most adjustable, grow with the baby and change with mom's size carriers out there are a traditional wrap, and they can be folded up and stored in very littl...
- Have you considered a backpack? We bought ours at a consignment shop (several years ago), so I really don't know what a good price is. I like it, though. My boys ca...
Back Carrier for Toddler
Asked by M.N. from Richmond
on March 30, 2008
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I am looking for advice on selecting a back carrier for a toddler. My daughter is very petite - nearly 4yrs and about 28lb. I will be travelling with her by myself soo...
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- ergo baby carrier! It is the best! I have had the really expensive baby hiking backpacks and the less expensive day packs, maya wrap, some german wrap, but the most u...
- As someone who looks for distribution of weight and avoidance of back pain, I can tell you that the ERGO backpack is the best thing in the market. It's pricey, but th...
- check out handsfreebaby.com. Karen, the owner, will give you great advice! D.
Hiking with a Toddler
Asked by S.R. from Fort Collins
on April 22, 2008
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I want to start going on some easy hikes with my 15 month old this summer (we live near Fort Collins), and I was wondering what recommendations you all had for natural...
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- I really don't know about the hiking part. I do know they have some really good back packs out there. On the camping, I say he's old enough. I remember going camoping ...
- We have a 3 plus year old and we swear by the ergo baby carrier. We still use it to this day, and have since she was younger than your munchkin. We started camping w...
- You are brave!! :) I would say well made out trails and ones that are more public are probably the safest bet. Poudre Canyon has some great places. I personally wil...
Need Info on Carrying a 23 1/2 Pound 9-Month Old
Asked by P.P. from Chicago
on June 16, 2010
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I used a Baby Bjorn carrier when both my little guys were first born. But as they got heavier, it got more and more uncomfortable to carry them in it. We have severa...
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- ERGO! Loved mine, my daughter is really heavy too, she is 19 months and 40 lbs now, I don't use it anymore because she likes to walk but I used it for a long time!
- Get an Ergo carrier! They are expensive, but you can carry your baby on you back, front, or side well into toddlerhood. Actually carries up to 60 lbs or so, but no o...
- Ergo. Mai Tai is good too, but you won't get as much use out of it and it's not quite as comfy. You can find some used Ergo on ebay usually. They are not cheap, but...
The Perfect Double Stroller for Jogs and Outings
Asked by D.J. from Seattle
on April 8, 2008
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I have a two-year-old and a two-month baby. I am ready to start jogging again and am looking at different strollers trying to figure out which one will work best for ...
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- We have really liked our BOB stroller. It has a swivel wheel which makes it really easy to maneuver, though that can be locked into place if you prefer for jogging. ...
- Not having twins, I can't recommend the best one, but I know where you might find a used one at a great price: Pass It On is this weekend! It is a twice-yearly consi...
- I have a kelty double jogger. It works really good. The handles are slightly slanted for more of an ergonomic grasp. I was jogging about 4 days a week (about 2 1/2 t...
4 Mo Old Needs to Be Held 24/7
Asked by J.G. from Philadelphia
on December 8, 2006
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I have a four month old son who is a very happy baby, as long as I hold him . All. The. Time. As soon as I put him down, unless he's in a deep sleep, he cries. I pick ...
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- It really all depends on how YOU feel. My daughter was the same way. I chose to hold her anyays. Maybe your son is like this because he is adjusting to you returnin...
- hi J., it's nothing wrong with your baby. your baby is just spoiled. next time he crys don't pick him up. he not going to bleed. ...
- Babies need to be held. Moms need to hold babies. We also need our hands and our sanity. I invested in a Kelty Kangaroo carrier for when my kids reached 2mos, its a...
Healthy 2 1/2 Year Old Always Wants to Be Carried
Asked by T.S. from San Francisco
on August 3, 2009
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My active & healthy 2 1/2 often wants to be carried when we are out. He is perfectly capable of walking, and when he wants to he'll run/walk just fine, but other time...
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- Hi! My 3 1/2 year old still does that. I bring a stroller with me everywhere I go. I device all kinds of games when we go for a walk to make him interested in walking....
- My son will be 3 in October and also weighs a little over 30 pounds. He does a lot when we're out and about, especially at the mall. Sometimes it's because he's tired ...
- A stroller or a wagon would be my solution.
Baby Carriers: Are They a Good Idea? If Yes, Which Is a Good Brand/model?
Asked by M.R. from Chicago
on December 13, 2010
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Hi, we are researching out Baby carriers (not slings). Whether they are a good idea, when can we put the baby in a carrier and carry her, whether to carry the babies i...
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- I think the Baby Bjorn carrier was the best investment we made. I LOVED having the babies with me. As far as which way she faces? She'll let you know. Our elder so...
- i love my active bjorn (the one with the back support). i've used it for all 3 of my very big babies until about 9 months. i keep them facing me for the first couple...
- I loved my Ergo and I'm about 5 foot 2.
Preparing for First Grade
Asked by J.D. from Boston
on June 16, 2009
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Hi Moms,
My son will be starting first grade in September and I'm trying to prepare for it. We home schooled for Grade K because we didn't have public K in our town...
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- Usually the schools either post a list or send home a list of supplies needed- in first grade school usually supplies what they need to use there, you will need to hav...
- Hi J.- My son is just finishing kindergarten in Springfield, MA. I have a daughter who is two years older. I have found that with regards to supplies it is best to ...
- You need to get the specific school supply list from the school. Each school and sometimes each teacher have very specific requests. Did you enroll your son already? I...
