yes definately a swing was a life saver in our house as we were new parents we were struggling with what to do when he just wouldn't settle for anything, but then, a miracle called a swing came into the picture and we never looked back lol

another must is a sling, I bought 2 of them. DS is 2 in dec and I still use the slings when he wants to be cuddled while we are out and about. He loves it and its so easy to carry him around too.