Baby Wearing General Chatter #1

[LysnDan]

Oh dear. I just brought a bubba Moe sling.

I'm still saving up for a really good ring sling when I get the hang of these.

Within 3 minutes of being in bubba Moe pouch sling, missy was asleep. I'm at my mums so put her down. And she's still asleep! Oh thank goodness for a relatively quick sling.
Thanks ladies for the advice.

What slings/carriers do you all have?

I tried one of those Ryco ones, and stopped when a good friend told me they can actually do more harm than good. How are these different to the baby Bjorn carriers?

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[onthefly]

are the ryco ones thet cheaper version of bjorn? they don't look very secure for little babies - tend to flop around in there - and very narrow crotch, so legs hang down and lots of pressure on the spine and not good for the hips. and they hang off your shoulders, so as your baby gets heavier, it's pretty uncomfortable. bjorns have the same issues, though I think there's a model with a waist strap as well, that might be a bit more comfy? i think the main problem with bjorns are that they're really overpriced for somethign that isn't comfortable to wear for long - in contrast, a manduca, for eg, will adjust to fit from 3.5kg to 18kg (?), front or back, and carries baby/toddler in a more ergonomic position.

well, if she likes the sling and it's comfy for you, then it's probably ok How did you have her in it? cradle?

If you look on the fb page, there are 2nd-hand slings - they're often not all that expensive. There is also a sling library in perth - you pay $20 for a year's membership and and try a range of things. the woman who runs it is very nice & helpful. Not sure if there's an additional fee per carrier you try? It's called carried away if you want to search for it.

[Khaleesi]

Jumping in, I've mostly used SSC but now i really want to try a wrap.
I have no idea on what i want but they look so comfy.

[onthefly]

Hi cheshire
Well, for wraps, I'd recommend starting with something 100% cotton - as tends to be cheaper - and in a colour that you like the look of. What size are you? Trying some first is always a good way to go.

Jen - I was thinking of another one. What is the sling made of? it looks kinda stiff?

[Cranky Kitten]

I currently have an ergo sport and a beco butterfly 2 plus the breeze baby ring sling. Thinking about getting a nicer ring sling as they're so handy to have tucked in the bag for quick trips into the shops or school pickup when you don't want to lug the pram out of the car. My ergo is currently being neglected in favour of the beco at present mind you.

I'd definitely second the suggestion of contacting Katherine at Carried Away though - she's lovely and has a massive library. Otherwise there's a meet at Esplanade Park tomorrow morning in Freo too.

[Jennifer13]

Jen - I was thinking of another one. What is the sling made of? it looks kinda stiff?

The Rocking' Baby? 'll have to look! It is more comfy than the breeze, not diggy, spreads wide across the shoulder. Just found the breeze a good beginner sling with a small baby. For me, the RS is only ever for a relatively quick trip, if it's long I take a wrap. And now I've mastered the slip knot I'm just as likely to use a short wrap instead.

[Jennifer13]

JJ was the bomb at the show today. Used three different carries with it (sz 4 really is great for me) and got lots of comments. It meant I hardly had to worry about DD2, she fed and was changed a few times but other than that she happily passed the seven hours we were either there or on the bus snuggled in front or perched on my back in a DH.

[luna moth]

JJ was the bomb at the show today. Used three different carries with it (sz 4 really is great for me) and got lots of comments. It meant I hardly had to worry about DD2, she fed and was changed a few times but other than that she happily passed the seven hours we were either there or on the bus snuggled in front or perched on my back in a DH.

Just saw this! That's awesome! I like a 4, but my dream come true is a 3 and a half. 3s are a fradge too short, 4s a little too long.

For travelling, sahbear, I'd pick a half buckle over a SSC if you ever have to carry any luggage. If I am carrying my backpack, my MT straps sit just nicely under it. The Ergo straps are too padded. Not sure about a Manduca.

sloane - Baby Wearing Buy Sell Swap. It is bloody dangerous though!

[sahbear]

Venturing in for a little bit of help! Hoping someone can shed some light on the differences between the Ergo and Manduca?

I'm looking for a carrier that can do a front/back/hip option, for now but also for when traveling later this year.

Ds is 1, and will be 16/17months when we are traveling.

Any pros or cons for either of these?

Eta, i noticed there is a baby wearing master class in Sydney this weekend, has anyone been to one of these before?
Wondering if I should pop along to learn about wrapping as an option first hand?

[Jennifer13]

I haven't been before, but I'm probably going along tomorrow, sahbear.

Manducca can do a couple of things that the Ergo cannot (or at least the older Ergos couldn't do - cross over straps at the back for one), but the two have similar structure. Manducca was apparently designed by someone originally from Ergo.

I'd try both and see which you prefer - the meet might be a good opportunity.

[Cranky Kitten]

Wheee, just picked up a second hand girasol ring sling Though I've started getting the "another carrier? Haven't you got enough?" already from DH. I've only got 4 now, and one of those I hardly use because it's uncomfortable.

Had fun today wandering through the Freo Markets with DS in the ergo. Must say, the ergo backpack is so handy, comfortable to wear either with the backpack straps or hooked onto the carrier straps and so roomy - I can fit loads into it.

[sahbear]

Thanks Jennifer.

May see if I can get along to it tomorrow if we aren't too busy, it's nice and close.
Although the it did say you need to register, so I maybe a little late!

Crossing over at the back would definitely be good, I think you are right, I need to give them a test run.

[Jennifer13]

Wheee, just picked up a second hand girasol ring sling Though I've started getting the "another carrier? Haven't you got enough?" already from DH. I've only got 4 now, and one of those I hardly use because it's uncomfortable.

DP made his first comment about me maybe having enough wraps now (carrier doesn't count - that's his - and neither do the ring slings!) when number six arrived. So number seven snuck in under the radar and I've decided I probably have enough to play with now.

I'll have to start trading if I want to try some different ones now!

[*The_Mrs.*]

Oh man I love my Ergo so much...I have had so many different carriers and this one just feels so natural. Have any of you used a Moby?? thats my second pick

[Jennifer13]

Haven't used a Moby, sorry The Mrs.

Spent the afternoon at a bwing meet and master class. So many beautiful wraps and carriers! So funny to walk in and ppl knew my wrap and not my name.

[Ambersky]

In comparison to most of the other stetchies i really like Moby, its a double knit rather than single and a fair bit wider.

[Tuesday's Child]

Is the Moby cooler than the Hug-a-bub? I had a HAB with DD1 but barely used it as it was too hot with a summer bub. Then again, now that I've found the woven love I don't think I'd want to go back to a stretchy.

I got a size 4 the other day and I love it. Am I mad that, as I'm still fairly new to wrapping, I love Oscha 100% linens? I also think I might be the only babywearer to not like girasols. I'm thinking of selling the one I've got even though I absolutely love the colourway.

[Cranky Kitten]

Couldn't really say - I'm yet to try wrapping. Not sure I'm really interested in it, I kind of like being able to just pop DS in and out without a whole lot of fabric to deal with Though the second hand girasol ring sling I bought arrived and we took it shopping yesterday - sooo nice and soft, plus nowhere near as diggy as the breeze.

We're off to a meet this morning hopefully (Monkeyboy slept through the last one) and I want to see if I can pick up some tips for back carrying in my SSCs