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Sleep and the Ergo
Asked by M.H. from Honolulu
on January 20, 2009
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Hello mamas,
I have a question for those of you out there who are doing parent-directed feeding and using the Ergo sling (or any other carrier). My baby daughter i...
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- My daughter pretty much grew up in slings and the Ergo has by far been her favorite. I did use the infant insert till she was 4 months old. She loved napping in it, ...
- M., My very close friend has done 'Parent Directed Parenting, and shared with me yesterday that she does not use any kind of sling to wear her child. So, your post ...
- I don't know if this will be helpful, but I was completely taken by surprise how much my girl slept the first two weeks of life. I remember thinking something was wron...
Tips for Ergo Baby Carrier
Asked by M.D. from Boston
on December 8, 2008
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hi guys
i just got the the ergo baby carrier and watched the video on how to use it but im still have some trouble. each time i put my son in it he cryes. has this h...
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- Are you trying different positions for him? At that age, he is too small to stradle you, right? When we got our ergo, my husband could carry our son lying sideways in ...
- i had the same problem with my little guy when he was around this age, i love my ergo but we ended up using a sling for a little while until he could sit up and was a ...
- M., Your children are old enough to be in the hip carrying position in the ergo. Some kids don't want to face into the parent at 2 years old. My daughter is 10 mo...
Ergo Baby Carriers
Asked by A.F. from Tampa
on August 3, 2009
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I'm looking to purchase a new baby carrier. I had the Baby Bjorn but didn't use it long because it hurt my back. I've read several reviews about the Ergo but would l...
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- I am a nanny for a few little ones ranging from 5 mos to 18 mos. I purchased an ergo a few months ago after seeing a mom wearing one. I absolutely love it and can carr...
- My daughter lived in her Ergo for the first year of her life and we still use it (she is two) when we go to the airport or somewhere I need to have her contained. It i...
- The Ergo is completely worth it in my opinion. I used it all the time with my daughter from about 6 months (she outgrew my hotsling) to about 22 months. I use it pr...
Torn Between the Ergo and Toddler Patapum
Asked by R.K. from Springfield
on June 25, 2009
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Hi Moms,
I currently use a slingling w/ my toddler. He requires a lot of snuggle time so I wear him around when I am doing housework. It has recently gotten uncomfo...
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- I don't have the patapum, but I can say that while I love my ergo it doesn't have great back support for my toddler. I haven't really used it much on the hip carry set...
- I have an Ergo and love it. Not sure where you live, but local stores like Magic Beans carry them. YOu might also try checking with a local babywearers group to try ...
- I am not familiar with either product you are referring to, but I wore my toddlers in a backpack, especially at the bewitching evening hours as I tried to cook and sta...
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...
Traveling on Train with Ergo Carrier?
Asked by J.C. from New York
on August 12, 2009
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Hi! I have an active 15 month old boy that I have to take with me on the train once a week. I don't want to use a stroller bc it is always crowded on the train and I d...
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- Ergo could be used for babies up to 40lb. I carry my about 18 lb baby in the front quiet easily.
- Hello: I also have a 15 month old that I carry in the ergo. He is 22 lbs and I carry him on my back. It's really quite doable that way. I have a spare tire in my...
- If its just once a week and you are up to it, then there isn't any problem :D I have a Becco and carry my 26 pound almost 3 year old in it with no problem. I do get ...
Baby Carrier, Sling or Ergo?
Asked by H.F. from Boca Raton
on August 26, 2009
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I have a very active 2.5 year old son and am expecting baby #2 in mid-October. I'm thinking that I will need and make good use of a baby carrier, sling or Ergo carrie...
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- I used the Baby Bjorn air carrier (the mesh one) and loved it. I felt that the baby was really strapped in securely and the construction is very sturdy. It's machine w...
- Hi I have a 16 month old son and in the beginning I used an all cotton sling which I found great as he slept well in it. Then it was good for when he could sit up and ...
- Hi, H.. Well, I've only had experience with baby carriers and slings (the kind you wear across your chest and the baby is supported on your hip). I've used the soft ki...
Is It True That Ergo Baby Carriers Do Not Work Well for Moms Who Are Short?
Asked by J.C. from San Francisco
on August 16, 2011
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I hear how great Ergo carriers are all the time and am thinking of getting one. Although I've started hearing that they do not work well for petite/short moms. I'm 5...
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- I'm 5'4" and it worked fine for me. It may be more of a frame question than a height thing. Perhaps it's the size/length of the upper body? May be worth a phone call t...
- I'm 5 ft tall and very short waisted and it didn't work at all for me. The way it rested on my hips was very uncomfortable.
- I was so excited to get an Ergo, and then I hated it. :( I'm just five feet, and it absolutely did not work for my frame. The carrier just hung way too low and put so ...
Somebody Have Experience with Ergo Baby / Baby Carrier
Asked by C.I. from San Francisco
on November 11, 2008
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I just bought babay carrier from ergo. When I used it, I concern about her leg because it's open widely. I'm worried that will hurt her. The first time when I used it ...
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- I had the same thought when we got ours! I can say it was a great thing for back napping and going out and about when she would tolerate it, and her legs seem fine. ...
- This Ergo carrier is the best. I have 2 kids and one more due Jan. With my 2nd, I didn't even buy a double stroller because I would just carry her everywere. It is ...
- OMG! I love the Ergo. My son is huge (10 mo and 35lb, tall too), and the Ergo was the only carrier that fit is girth. At first my husband couldn't carry him in ...
In Need of Borrowing or Buying an Ergo or Baby Hawk
Asked by L.A. from Fort Walton Beach
on December 5, 2008
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I have tried 4 different slings. This is my 3rd and he LOVES being worn; I wanted to try a back carrier with the front still an option. He is 6 mos. Does anyone have a...
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- I have an Ergo that I was planning on selling. It is in good condition everywhere except the hoodie. My dog chewed the snaps so it doesn't snap in place but I used t...
- You should try thebabywearer.com. They have a For Sale or Trade (FSOT) section where mom's are selling gently used carriers of all kinds. Plus they have links to loc...
- Have you tried Craigslist?? I have a 6 month old and I don't think she's ready for our backcarrier yet. I do have a hip hammock that works GREAT though...not for s...
