Pets with Children: Kelty
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Toddler Carriers for Hiking?
Asked by C.V. from Milwaukee
on July 19, 2010
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I'm looking for anyone who has had carriers that they've loved or hated. We're going on vacation up north in about 4 weeks and my husband wants to get something that ...
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- We have a used Kelty carrier. My husband used it nearly every day last summer to carry our then 1 ½ year old son on their walks (he was probably 27 or 28 lbs). It w...
- We've done a lot of hiking with our son and personally I prefer our ergo. I find the ones with the frames just don't fit my body that well--and when my son moves from...
- We loved our Kelty for hiking. The hip strap was comfortable and it felt like wearing a backpack. We could also set it down and it became its own stand. (handy high ...
Suggestions for Toddler Backpack W/ Harness
Asked by T.K. from Seattle
on May 22, 2010
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Hello Mamas! I have a 20 month old son who loves to run around everywhere. I tend to keep him in the grocery cart or stroller when we run errands, but I would like to ...
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- I purchased mine at Target. It looks like a little monkey (which my kids loved) and you hold the tail. We told them it was their backpack and never had one fight to ...
- I was one of those people who before kids said "no way, never, absolutely not." And then I had my daughter. :-) We bought the monkey back pack from Target for like $1...
- Oh, how I hated seeing a child on a harness. Until I had one. My daughter was walking at 7 months and she didn't always like being in a stroller. She did great in ...
Toddler Carrier Hiking Backpack
Asked by R.B. from Los Angeles
on January 18, 2010
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I have been hiking with my little girl since she was born, first in a Moby Wrap and now in the Ergo. At 22 months, she's getting close to the weight limit of 35 pound...
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- How about a jogging stroller? i had a back pack that went to eighty lbs, but, as soon as they started pulling my hair or taking off my hat I was done w/ the backpack.
- We have the Kelty kids carrier (from REI http://www.rei.com/search?search=Kelty&origin=Google&cat=8000&cat=4500007&hist=search%2CKelty^cat%2C###-###-####%3AKids%27)- 2...
- Hi- We also loved the Kelty backpack. It was really comfortable for both my husband and me, we just had to readjust the straps. Good Luck! S.
Recommendations on Bike Trailers
Asked by A.C. from Grand Junction
on April 6, 2008
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Im in the market to purchase a bike trailer for a toddler and 8 month old. I have heard positive things about the Burleys but they are a lot more expensive than other ...
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- I ended up with a schwinn and really like it. It was less that $150 on amazon.com. I really think you'll be okay with any brand as long as you do your research. My ...
- A., I cannot seriously remember the brand of bike trailer that we bought my husband for fathers day years ago. But we heard some excellent stories about it from the...
- We bought the Chariot. It is at REI. Higher priced like a burley but it actually converts to a sweet jogger, walker, hiking or snowshowing trailer with like a $70/ea...
Baby Slings
Asked by D.A. from San Francisco
on May 28, 2008
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I have a 21 month old son and a 15 week old baby girl. I'm looking to get a sling. Which is the best? I have a Baby Bjorn but my back is killing me and it's difficu...
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- Hi D., The Moby Wrap is great. My Hot Sling is o.k. but doesn't feel supportive enough (ordered by their size chart) so I constantly have a hand on baby. The Baby B...
- Can't rave enough about the Ergo Baby Carrier...check out their website: www.ergocarrier.com. It's a front pack/side pack/back pack all in one. I carried my daughter...
- ERGO all the way. I have every sling because my son grew soo fast! He only fit bjorn for the first 2 months, and then we tried everything (short of a hiking pack). ...
Working Mom & Exhasted!
Asked by A.E. from San Diego
on March 14, 2008
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Hi!
I just can't get everything done on a daily basis and I'm incredible tired. I want to pursue a career, continue studying without neglecting my son, he's my number...
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- I'm a single mom with three sons (10,10,6), I work full-time and am on three non-profit boards. I don't have a housekeeper or nanny or dog-walker. And NO - I can't do ...
- You can't to everything, so don't try. Pick out the things that are important and get help for the rest. If possible work less or stay home with your baby. If not p...
- Hi A.. Since your son is your first priority....are you able to work part-time or quit your job and put your career on hold for a while? I have twins, which are ...
What Is Your Favorite Baby Carrier?
Asked by C.S. from Medford
on July 31, 2010
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I'm pregnant with my 3rd baby and used several different slings and a baby bjorn with my first two. The slings were good for sitting and working on my computer (and br...
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- I used a front carrier for the most part, then when my daughter got too big for it, I used a Playtex Hip Hammock, which was very nice.
- Mei Tai carriers!!! Like the Kozy or the Babyhawk. Or a woven wrap like a Didymos or Girasol. Even distribution of weight and very very sturdy. Can be used from ...
- I absolutely love my ergo! Because of its design, it works like a backpacking backpack. The waistbelt carries most of the weight of your baby with the shoulder strap...
One Year Old Wont Nap in Crib
Asked by L.P. from Raleigh
on March 6, 2008
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I am looking for advice with my just turning one year old who, due to my bad decisions in the past, wont nap in her crib. She takes her morning nap in my bed while I ...
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- if she is over 1 then she really only needs 1 good long nap during the day. thats probably why she fusses so much when you try to put her down for the 2nd nap. it's ...
- I agree with pp that she may only need 1 nap at this point. My 12 mo has just switched from 2 good naps (at 9 and 2) to 1 at around 11:30. It was getting so hard to ...
- L., First of all ... don't fear! It's not too late! ;) I thought the same thing. My daughter (14 months) has never been the best sleeper (her brother is a great sle...
How Do You Shop with Two?
Asked by A.L. from Anchorage
on June 17, 2008
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I have a 21 month old boy (very busy guy) and a two-week old baby. Can someone give me a hint on how they've been able to grocery shop with two? It seems like a logist...
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- Definatley get a sling, of front pack to start out with. I wouldn't recommend avoiding going to stores by getting deliveries unless you absolutely have to. Your litt...
- When my daughter was new, new, and still slept in her infant carrier I would put the carrier in the basket of the cart and my 18 month old son in the child seat. Then ...
- Hi A., I feel your pain. I remember those days and the best advice I have is to do your grocery shopping online for the time-being, and have it delivered. I am th...
Seeking Advice on Slings or Baby Wearing
Asked by B.B. from Detroit
on April 21, 2008
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I am trying to find a good way to get through my day with a happy baby and free arms. I wanted to try a sling for older babies or toddlers but don't know where to sta...
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- I couldn't have lived without my slings! I love my ERGo.. I still carry my 14 month old in a backcarry in it. It's great because he doesn't whine as much to get dow...
- Have you considered a backpack frame (like for hiking)? I use one for my 9 month old. I use it mostly for grocery shopping so I can have my hands free and don't have...
- The best sling I have is from www.heartstringslings.com They are custom made and the fabrics are beautiful. Not to mention that they are very reasonable! Check ou...
