Only had one negative comment from a clearly ignorant woman questioning whether DD2 was comfy in the RS, but she quickly corrected herself (not sure if it was my astonished look or realisation).
Loads and loads of positive comments. Wrapping DD2 on my back is quite the show stopper in food courts! Lol
I'm also lucky enough to only have had positive bfing comments. Actually, I haven't really had comments at all this time around. Maybe bfing has just become ordinary around here. I can only hope!
No negative comments here thankfully. Since that news article about baby wearing in a Bjorn type carrier I've had loads of questions about my wraps and MT. It's awesome being able to share great carriers and the benefits with people.
I hardly ever get negative comments - mainly just from one particular grumpy checkout lady who keeps saying my boy should be riding in the trolley instead. Though she doesn't comment any more since the last time I saw her and and Alex was fast asleep on my back. My family are mostly fascinated but positive as they've seen how much he loves being carried and how much easier it is to do things without a pram.
ETA - no Charlotte, can't do back carries with a sleepy wrap as they're stretchy and baby can wriggle/lean their way out. You'd need a woven wrap or something like a mei tai or soft structured carrier (ergo, manduca etc) to try a back carry.
Last edited by Cranky Kitten; August 22nd, 2012 at 09:12 AM.
hi!
I need some expert opinions!! I'm thinking of buying a rose silk pfau.. its size 2. My only woven is the Jade (you sold me Jen), and its a 6, and I love it, but its too long and thick to do a back ruck (and im too unco and slow to do a DH), so Im wanting something shorter to do a back ruck. I'm a size 10-12, would a 2 be too short?? also in terms of the silk part... how much of a difference will it be compared to all cotton? I need to know what questions to ask etc cause i really don't know enough about wovens.. and while i do go to sling meets, ive never been able to see a silk one in person. help!!
I've not owned a silk before, but they're apparently lush and soft! Great for a little baby. I think they might need slightly more care, than a 100% cotton. Though it probably also depends on the weave. The RSP looks lovely!
A 2 might be just long enough for you to R-TIF (Ruck, tied in front), but more likely you'd need to RUB (Ruck, tied under bum). A shorter wrap for rucking is a great idea, at any rate.
I've worn dd quite a few times to the footy and people love it - I've had so many positive comments and lots of them from older men who are generally fascinated by it but who think it's a great idea.
I'm really interested in using slings this time with my DS but have no idea where to start. I've just found a sling called the peanut shell, which looks comfortable but really have no idea lol would love advice please!!!!
I have a 6 rose silk pfau that I'm loving with my squish. Gorgeous colour and soft and smooth right out of the box. I'm new to wrapping so have never rucked but I've got the impression that many people prefer something grippier and more supportive for rucks? It probably depends how heavy your wearee is too.
TT - I have two different silk blends and the Didy is thin and lovely to wrap with, whereas the Natibaby is cushier and feels more supportive.
If you want to tie in front go for a 3 or 4. I have both and depending on the length of the tapers they'll tie easily in front with not too much wrap hanging.
Personally, I prefer a 4 because I can do a few more carries with it (can DH at a pinch) and there's not nearly as much material. I still go a 6 for a long period though.
Because it was so warm and sunny today DD2 and I went for a bushwalk with my butterflies. Feels like springtime!
I think thinner can be fine for rucking, dpeneding on size of baby and blend. Nebbia, for eg, is quite a thin linen blend and it's great as a ruck and in a double hammock. (I reckon, anyway)
But, if you're looking at something that will last longer as a rucker and straight cotton, then yeah, you would probably want something a bit heftier and grippy is good in a ruck wrap.
If you're size 10-12, then a 3 would be long enough T. But, you may find that like Jen, you can get quite a lot out of a 4, especially something a bit thinner. I've had some 4s that I could ruck and DH in comfortably, which were great.
HPL - a peanut shell is a pouch sling. Some people find they're great, some don't. They do need to be the right size for you to wear. Some also find it tricky to get the newborn positioning right as they're not adjustable. Generally you'd do a cradle hold for a newbie, but if it's sized wrong, or if you don't get them in the right position, there is a risk of breathing issues if they get scrunched over on themselves. You coudl also consider an open-tailed ring sling, which is adjustable and you can wear your baby upright - tummy to tummy - which is easier to get the positioning right.
Tt, I reckon a 4. I got my first 4 on the mail and it was perfect for a ruck tied in front. I tossed up between a 3 or a 4, but decided on the 4 because it's more versatile. I'm a size 12.
I've been playing around with my mt on my back, but i just can't get a comfortable carry that I can wear for a decent amount of time. I find it pulls on my shoulders. I've tried tying a tibetan tie but it doesn't seem to help. Any suggestions?
I love my 4 - I'm not small (probably an 18-20) but can RTIF easily and even managed a Jordan's back carry with it. No way in hell could I DH but then, I struggle with the DH anyway even in a 6. I have tried a 2 but they're not for me, DS is too much of a wriggly leg straightener to make me feel comfortable with a RUB.
Not sure on the MT Loula, I find mine really comfortable but do have to make sure I have the Monkey positioned so he's sitting at the top of my hip bones/small of my back and it's tight with his bum right down in the seat before tying. He can just see over my shoulder still but if I have him higher it tends to pull a bit.
I have trouble getting my MT right, too. Still need someone to help me troubleshoot. I'm walking in the city to surf on sunday with it and it needs to be comfy!
Sounds lovely TT, I just googled it - very pretty, looks super soft too.
Jen, gorgeous!
Loulabelle, I'm having trouble with my MT too. Got it last week, really struggled with both a front and back carry and my wrap-loving DD hated it. I think it's still too new and stiff, made it very slippy and hard to get comfy. Maybe I need to wash and jump on it a few times...think it will be better when she's a little older too, seems biggish.
Tax man was finally nice to me this year so am researching my next purchase. Might get a lightweight wrap for summer, Bali Breeze or Ellaroo...decisions, decisions! Welcome any tips on your favorite summer ones.
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