There's a website reviewing all different types of carriers, if you like. Google theslingdirectory. Doesn't sell any, just gives reviews from other mums.
I've used a moby wrap (like a HAB, but cheaper!) and loved it for newborn/small babies. I like my pouch sling for older babies (short term carrying only - too long is hard on my back.) And I had a snugli (front pack carrier) which worked really well for smaller babies too. All good for different purposes, really. Depends on how long (hours) you want to carry your baby for. The wrap is VERY comfortable to wear/carry in, but takes a little time to put on. The pouch is really quick and easy to put on, especially outside, in the parking lot, or whatever, but I can't wear it too long. The snugli was quick and comfy, but not as versatile for positioning, and wouldn't fit a bigger baby.
All the best!
Last edited by suse; June 8th, 2009 at 09:47 PM.
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OMG the Ergo! It's literally a baby backpack LMFAO! So cute and hillarious! Is it comfortable? It seems great for older kids but the newborns look a bit . . . I don't know, like they don't fit into it properly? Is the ergo better for the back than getting a stretchy fabric and wrapping it around oneself?
Thanks for all the help everyone! I want a carrier that goes across both shoulders so I'm not looking at ring slings etc. I have shoulder and lower back problems anyway not to mention huge boobs (which is where the breast sling will come in handy for BFing while slinging )
AAAAYYYY the HUB is so exxy!! Might have a look at that moby wrap!
edit: moby wrap appears to be American only, I can't find an Australian site. It also looks as though it's the same price as the HUB?
Last edited by Neenee Jellybeanie; June 9th, 2009 at 12:53 AM.
The ergo carries on the hip, the back and the front.
There is a newborn insert that goes in it so you can front carry the baby safely from birth through to toddler age.
I have one for Charlotte and it is my favourite carrier - largely because it is the only one she likes! lol
check out the babes in arms website, they are very helpful too so will answer any questions you have about it.
ETA: The Ergo is sort of like a mei tei....as opposed to a Baby Bjorn iykwim.
The Close Carrier goes over both shoulders too if you are after that style, I cant use it now Charlotte is so big, but many people have given it rave reviews cos it is easier than a wrap and super comfy (Apparently lol)
Neenee, the Ergo is really comfy. I know a few people with back problems who can still carry their children in the Ergo or HAB. They both spread the weight evenly over the whole torso and hips. I find it most comfortable when they are quite tight, it seems to pull less on the shoulders that way. I have mostly used it in the forward carrying position as I like to be able to interact with DD. I think the last time I carried her that way, she was about 16 months. I only stopped because firstly, I don't need to carry her that much anymore and secondly, the baby bump got in the way. The back carry is great, but as I said, I like to be able to see her. The hip carry is alright, but seeing that it is a 1 shoulder style, I could only do it for short periods.
Yes, the HAB is expensive. But as some people have said, you could just use a length of stretch jersey fabric as a cheap alternative. The trick is in the tying. There are sites online with instructions of how to tie basic wraps. Or you could PM me.
Because the tying is a little tricky (you will get the hang of it quickly. It only took me less than a minute once I got it), and to avoid having to drag the material all over the car park while tying it on, I used to tie it at home before I left for the shops, then put DD in it, when we rerached our destination.
The Ergo can be used from Newborn, but I only got mine when DD was 3.5 months old, so never tried the NB insert. It doesn't quite convince me tbh. A wrap however seems like jsut the right thing for a NB.
Be careful, baby wearing and all the different carriers can be VERY addictive!
Just my own personal experience. Everyone is different, though.
Sasa
Last edited by sunshine_sieben; June 9th, 2009 at 08:44 AM.
Its all good Neenee. Saved another thread about the same general thing, right?
So I am going to spotlight on tuesday with DH to pick up 5ish metres of cotton jersey and going to make a wrap (or two, lol). I sat down and watched some vids on youtube on how to wrap bub. So anxious now because I want it to be tuesday already so I can wrap my bub. She already prefers sleeping on my chest, this will just give me my hands back!
But I was wondering, can you get the right kind of woven fabric? What is that usually weighted to?
And a really odd question, but what colour do you think I should make it. For most of the end of the pregnancy I was looking at pink ones because, well, she is a girl. But then I kinda thought, hang on - DH could be using this too and he would look silly in pink. I don't want to go blue because I dont want people to think she is a boy - and DH hates brown so that kills tanny, mocha type colours.. White and Beige show up stains far too easy. I am just not sure what colour to go with that is suitable for the three of us. Any suggestions?
Mmmmm, beige is not too bad. Hides baby spew reasonably well.
Black bleaches out too quickly and shows up everything.
Mine is red, it's unisex, but doesn't necessaryli go with all your cloothes.
Cause that is probably your main consideration: as the wrap will almost become part of your outfit, it should go with most of your clothes.
If you can find it, a slightly patterned fabric would be great at hiding stains.
Grey tones would be pretty good at going with most colours.
What about a green or yellow or even orange Inertia ?
Just a thought !
I am interested in learning about the carriers. We have had one for our boys and barely used it. DH has a couple of times. I have a really bad back so i have never worn any of my bubs. Looking at finding one that is supportive for backs. Probably over both shoulders !Mmmmmmm........
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Might have a look at that moby wrap!
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