to Bubba Moe or to not????

[Arimeh]

I didn't like my bubba moe, and neither did DD1. I had DS in there from 14 months to about 18 months out of sheer necesssity, he wouldn't leave my side. But it pulled horribly on my neck and shoulder (because it goes over one shoulder) and its not really hands free, cos it sort of ties your arm down at the same time so you can't really use it.

I can name a few other carriers that are much better, can be used for longer (ie more comfortable for you to use) and better for bubs.

[mooks]

I love my bubba moe and so does DD2. It does take a bit of practice to get bubs in and out, but once you master it, you'll do it with your eyes closed!! I bought mine second hand from ebay at a bargain price... it's in perfect condition (wouldn't know it's not new). Good luck hun.

[Vixstar]

I didn't like my bubba moe, and neither did DD1. I had DS in there from 14 months to about 18 months out of sheer necesssity, he wouldn't leave my side. But it pulled horribly on my neck and shoulder (because it goes over one shoulder) and its not really hands free, cos it sort of ties your arm down at the same time so you can't really use it.

I can name a few other carriers that are much better, can be used for longer (ie more comfortable for you to use) and better for bubs.

Okay, listening! *leans forward on chair*

xxxxx

[Arimeh]

LOL!! Well the Beco Butterfly is quite good (unless you are super super chunky like me cos it digs into back fat a bit!) and that comes with an infant insert, and its super easy to put on yourself or go from front carry to back carry without assistance because of the special butterfly pattern.

Um, I loved my close carrier when DD2 was young, up to about 5 months I think. Then I think they get a bit too heavy for it and its not as supportive.

I love my kleinsmekker mei tai - but I use my beetlebum half buckle carrier more. But mei tais are good, and supportive, and aren't difficult to learn (ie, I have no trouble doin them up but hate wraps!!!) and you can get not so expensive ones like a babyhawk mei tai. Basically anything that straps the baby to you, instead of across you or on your hip is going to be more supportive than a bubba moe. But thats my take on it, I know people out there love them.

Or the standard ergo is good too - I liked them for my kids after about 3-4 months onwards

[Lily Dust]

We love our bubba moe now but it was waaaay to hot for DD in the summer, maybe it was just me but I could never get her in it comfortably when she was smaller.

[Kitt3n]

The only thing with a one shouldered sling is that it is ONLY that - one shoulder, always. I am planning on using a ring sling for the first few months with the new baby, but I also have a mei tai, a few wraps and a few SSC's.

I have no problem buying second hand - I do it all the time!

But for a first timer I always recommend the Close carrier - but this also depends where you are.......... this may get a little hot for you if you are up north..................

[MummaSue]

I love my bubba moe sling - we use it every day - I wear bubby on my hip mostly but it's great for sliding her round for sleepy cuddles.

LOVE IT!!

Am so glad I bought it - we are going back to the UK tomorrow for a couple of weeks and am pleased that DD can fall asleep in it - will be handy for the flight and transit times.