Pets with Children: Moby Wrap
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Trying to Choose Between Ergo and Patapum Carrier
Asked by J.M. from Seattle
on February 18, 2008
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I would like to upgrade from the Moby Wrap to another carrier for my 9 month old daughter. We walk the dog everyday and the Moby Wrap is great, but not as convenient ...
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- Why not get a good backpack that's built for your frame? You can still use the Moby for around the house, etc., but the backpack is great for longer journeys. REI ha...
- We switched from the Moby Wrap to the Ergo Baby and we both love it. Our son is 7 months and 22 lbs and tall - 29 inches and he fits really great. the rain cover is ...
- I do not know about those brands but I am very petite and I have the peanut shell which I love and it comes in different sizes which I found great.
Child Carriers or Slings?
Asked by A.M. from Detroit
on August 31, 2009
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Hi Ladies,
I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions for a sling baby carrier or front pack that they really like? I am going to be having baby #2 soon and ...
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- I have a Moby that I borrowed from a friend, and I absolutely love it! The website has great instructions/videos on how to use it. And they really aren't too expensi...
- I would suggest a mei tai or an ergo for getting the longest ability for usage. Also there is a store in Ann Arbor called the little seedling, http://www.treecitydiap...
- I have the Ergobaby and LOVE it! We bought it at Buy Buy Baby, and they will let you try them on there. My 5 week old son just started going in it last week. I had ...
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...
Feedback About the Ergo Infant Carrier
Asked by T.D. from Boston
on October 29, 2008
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I'm curious if anyone has used the Ergo Infant Carrier and what you thought of it. My son is almost 6 months old and, of course, loves to be carried all the time. But ...
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- I think the ergo is very comfortable and you can wear it front or back. I just went on a hike with my almost 3 yr old and carried him part of the way in the ergo. Alth...
- Hi T., The Ergo carrier is an awesome system. It is so comfortable to wear. I've had a lot of back problems sine being pregnant with my daughter and I've been able ...
- I have the ergo and I love it! It is worth the cost...esp. if you are going to have more than one child...it will last. It has lasted through all my three boys and I...
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.
How Did You Adjust Going from One Child to Two ?
Asked by E.S. from Kansas City
on January 27, 2010
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I'm just having a hard time getting into a mind set to adjust from having one very active child to having a newborn on top of that. I'm a full time student and stay ho...
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- You have received lots of good tips but the best thing anyone told me when I had my second child was this: "She was born into a different family." I was feeling guil...
- Thats a lot on your plate! Perhaps it's time to sit down with boyfriend and brother in law and let them know how you're feeling. Even if they both work full time, they...
- I hope that you are at least taking the summer semester off of school. For the first couple weeks you should not be doing anything not directly related to caring for y...
How Do I Keep My Toddler Away from My Newborn
Asked by A.K. from Pocatello
on October 12, 2009
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My newborn is now six weeks old and my two-year-old has not left in alone once! She insists on touching, kissing, tickling, try to hold him, giving him toys, touching ...
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- I actually scheduled time in our day that is time for my son to hold and play with his sister. I had the same trouble he just loved her so much and wanted the attenti...
- Whether there are jealous feelings in your two-year-old I don't know, but I know jealousy can show up as over-interest. On the other hand, she might see the baby as a...
- Since he's just 6 weeks old, he's still napping alot throughout the day, so just put him in his crib when he is napping and close the door to the room and make sure yo...
Comfortable Front Carrier as Baby Grows (16 Lbs Now)
Asked by I.S. from Chicago
on June 5, 2007
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my baby girl is almost 8 months old and is just shy of 16 pounds. since she is smaller than average, i have been able to easily carry her in the baby bjorn front carr...
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- you should try a hotsling. my daughter is almost 9 months and she has always loved it! www.hotslings.com or you can buy one at be by baby on paulina and roscoe.
- There's a woman I know who has a company that makes mai thai (sp?) styled baby carriers. They sell them at Be By Baby (www.bebybaby.com) in the city or online at www....
- I've never been able to use those wraps. I just cannot figure them out! I bought the Playtex Hip Hammock at Babies R Us to use with my little guy when he was a baby, a...
Just Found Out I'm Pregnant Again
Asked by K.H. from Naples
on March 27, 2010
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I guess I should be jumping for joy but I'm very nervous...
My daughter is turning 1 on April 5 and I just took a pregnancy test today and it's positive. No we wer...
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- I had a daughter first then when she was 3 I had another daughter then 13 months later a son. It's hectic but with God's help you get thru it. I hope you have grandp...
- it's understandable to be nervous, But you will love it! My two children are 17 months apart and it is the best. We wanted to have our children close in age because th...
- My second daughter was born on Nov. 28, 1987 and my first was on Dec. 29, 1985 so you can see they were not quite two years apart. I would not have had it any other wa...
Suggestions....please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Asked by G.M. from Washington DC
on February 11, 2008
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Hello All,
I need some help. I am a first time mom and have NO idea what I am doing. I have a BEAUTIFUL, sweet and funny 12 week old baby girl.
I am having two issu...
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- I had a daughter like yours. I tought newborns were supposed to just sleep and eat but not her. She was awake most of the day and slept about 6 or 7 hours at night. ...
- G., I second Amanda's recommendation to check out the GBMC mom's group. In addition to the weekly meetings the moms also have social functions outside of that - we...
- Start letting her play by herself for 15 minutes or so and talk to her when she starts crying reassuring her that she is not alone.
