Snugli: Preschooler
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Looking for Info Regarding Baby Slings
Asked by M.L. from New York
on May 12, 2008
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I am a 5 weeks away from having my second child. I attempted to use a front infant carrier (Baby Bjorn) for my first child, but he did not really like it and I found i...
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- hi M.. the ergo baby carrier is great!!! i probably would have bought this right from the beginning if my friend did not give me her baby bjorn. i used a baby sling ...
- I wanted to second the recommendation for the slingling slings. My husband and I both have them (we bought two and got one free!), and we love them; I've been using t...
- My little peanut didn't like the Bjorn until she was quite a bit older and could hold her head...didn't like being facing me in it at all. I found what is called "The...
Advice on Baby Carriers Please!
Asked by L.K. from Los Angeles
on September 5, 2008
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I have been using a baby bjorn carrier for a while but i don't like it at all. Even though my baby loves facing out and checking out the world, the way she is positio...
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- I tried several carriers, as well as slings. Hip hammock is great. It feeels very natural. I used it with my first child until he was 3 years old, and i'm using the s...
- I recommend the Ergo. I used the Bjorn until my baby was too big. When he reached 16 lbs, the Bjorn was just too uncomfortable. Now, at 15 mos, I can still carry him f...
- Hi L., I like the Moby Wrap. There are about 10 or more different ways you can wrap your little one, and they can work for up to 35 pounds. It is a very comfortab...
Disney Trip... Too Young?
Asked by C.C. from Tampa
on January 29, 2010
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Hi ladies, just wondering what you think of taking an 8-month old to Disney? Our out-of-town family is coming to visit in March and going to Disney. We were thinking...
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- He's not going to care so much, but it will be a hassle for you. You won't get to do anything but tend to him.
- My son was 7 months; he loved it.
- I think for you to go 'for him', he would not enjoy it. Its more special for the parents to have their baby go. Do Not go in teh summer time with a baby is my suggesti...
Newborn First Outing
Asked by M. from Phoenix
on December 29, 2007
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My daughter is 2months old. I am very paranoid about taking her out because of the fear of her coming in contact with an illness. Her doctor told me not to take her ou...
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- I have 9 grandchildren and all of them have been taken shopping as early as 4 days old. I did the same thing with my kids. It seems they get used to noise and people...
- I started taking both of my babies out in public, like the grocery store, around 2 weeks old, and they are both healthy children.
- I started taking my little guy out almost right away. Carefully, of course. We didn't let everybody get close or touch him, but we went for little walks and to visit m...
Getting 6 Month Old to Attach to a Lovey
Asked by E.C. from Los Angeles
on June 12, 2008
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I have a 6 month old little girl that has a pretty severe case of seperation anxiety, and I'd like to help her to become attached to a lovey, to comfort her when I can...
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- If she hasn't chosen anything yet, find something brightly colored that maked noise (my daughter's had a soft rattling sound) and get several of them. The bright color...
- I don't know about getting them to attach to blankets and such.. the only thing that works with my 10 month old baby boy (the newest love of my life) is to give him th...
- I would stick to one particular thing. Bring it everywhere you go. Especially when you are feeding and most of all when sleeping. The she'll get used to seeing this on...
I Need Help with a Clingy 1 Year Old
Asked by H.M. from Dallas
on February 14, 2008
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Help! I don't know what to do with my 1 year old. I stay at home with my kids, but the past couple of months I haven't been able to get anything done. My 1 year old...
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- I would advise you to play with your child, read to her, dance with her, sing to her every moment you can. Dirty houses can wait - children can't. Too soon she'll be l...
- I agree with Mary B (below). My daughter was always clingy. She wanted me to be with her or near by. She could be very brave if I was with her. If she was sick or teet...
- My 14 month old is doing the same thing lately. He has been really fussy. When I am making dinner, he is clinging to my legs and I have to walk from the refrigerator...
Ring Sling for Breastfeeding
Asked by L.C. from Los Angeles
on February 12, 2008
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I was wondering if anyone had success using a ring sling for carrying their baby? I have 3 baby carriers already (Peanut shell...baby is too squished, Ellaroo wrap... ...
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- L., I LOVE my Maya Wrap ring sling!!! My son was a very big baby 10lb 2 oz at birth and was over 24 lbs by 4 mnths. It was the only way to carry him comfortably whi...
- Hi L., If you live in the Hollywood area, you should stop into our store for a free Sling Clinic. Bring your baby and try our slings with our staffs help. This wo...
- Have you heard of the Moby wrap? It is THE BEST BABY CARRIER EVER! You can nurse with it hands free and your baby will love falling asleep on you in it. It is extremel...
Crying Baby
Asked by M.K. from Pittsburgh
on August 3, 2009
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Hi! My 8 months old son cries whenever I do something else then play with him. It is exhausting, I have no time for anthing I need to do. When I need to cook or clean ...
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- Dear M., Being a new mom is a huge adjustment. You can't expect to get done all the things you used to be able to get done. There are baby slings that you can wear...
- My daughter has a lot of separation issues as well (she is now 11 months old) and my husband works extremely long hours as well. I find she is worse when she is tired...
- How about a baby carrier. Many babies are content to let mom do things if mom is wearing them. Google "soft structured carrier" or "baby slings" to see some examples...
"Seeking Advice on How to Keep Nursing Your Baby After a Long Trip Apart."
Asked by S.M. from Salt Lake City
on April 25, 2008
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I need some advice. I have a 7 month old boy who I have been nursing since he was born. I plan on nursing him until 11 months or a year. Well I have a bit of a prob...
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- We travelled extensively with both our kids at very young ages. Both always did well. Our second one refused a bottle at all, so we were always stuck with him. If y...
- Hi S., First of all I really don't think you should feel the least bit guilty about wanting to take a trip without your baby. Really! You are human, being a mom i...
- My 2 cents is to take the trip with your husband (just the two of you) and enjoy every minute. Your children will do great while you are gone and if the worst happens...
Child Is Not Crawling
Asked by D.H. from Richmond
on February 6, 2008
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My son is 9.5 months old. He will not crawl and he is not walking yet. He also wants to be held every evening and screams when I put him down. Has anyone gone through ...
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- I agree that all kids are different.... however if your child does have a delay...it's time to start early intervention. Because all kids are different you need to ch...
- My daughter didn't crawl until about 10.5 months and walked at 13 months. He'll do it in his own time! The screaming is separation anxiety...I went through that also. ...
- I dont want to scare you but have you talked to the Ped about refuring you to a developmental Ped maybe someone at Kennedy Krieger the not crawling in itself wouldnt ...
