kim i love our Ergo! Definately my pick! It super comfy and quite easy to use! Myles hated being in a silng so we didnt use it! Cxnat wiat to try the ergo with a newborn! good luck x
Kim, they're both two entirely different kettles of fish. Neither is better, they are both good for different things. Some pros/cons of both:
Ergo: two shouldered SSC (soft structured carrier), good for heavier babies/toddlers and long carries, needs infant insert for newborn, reasonably quick to put on (compared to a wrap for example), quite bulky though, they don't fold up into a handbag or nappy bag. Not particularly attractive either, utilitarian rather than aesthetically pleasing. Best for back carries. Can't be used for reclining (cradle) positions. Good accessories - toy ring, pocket, optional front pouch and backpack. Weight is supported on the hips rather than the waist (like in a mei-tai). Although most people love them, some people (myself included) find that the shoulder padding on the Ergo is quite bulky, and that the angle of the shoulders does not suit narrow shouldered people. I personally find other SSCs to be more comfortable than the Ergo, but for most people, the Ergo is a really good, comfortable and supportive carrier.
Peanut shell: I have not used a pouch, so can only give general pros and cons. Convenient, quick and easy to put on and to travel with (folds up small), must be fitted to the wearer and not adjustable. Pretty though. One shouldered carriers are not as supportive for long carries, heavier / older babies and may not be good for people with back or shoulder issues as they carry the weight unevenly. However, great for shopping and quick up and down trips.
You can breastfeed in the ERGO too. I didn't use it for a newborn so I am not sure how that would be but we did from 4 months and feeding was fine. There is a modesty hood too!!
I have both and use them for different reasons on different occasions. Otherwise - what Suse said
I loved my Ergo for DS. We used it with the infant insert with him since he was 4 days old. He LOVED it. All snuggled in and comfortable. You basically lie the insert down, pop bubs on it, pick it up in a cradle hold position and pop it in the carrier. I can do it alone, and can put it on anywhere. And the best thing with it, if they fall asleep in the insert, it is so easy to take them out without disturbing, and pop them off to bed. I find it really comfortable to wear.
I am still using the infant insert, but altered my carry style a bit, DS is 4 months, and I think we can ditch the insert soon, once his head control is a little better...
Saying that, I borrowed a Jazsling (like a peanut) and I also used that a bit round the house and for short trips. It is also good, cause now, DS can go in it in a kangaroo hold,facing out, round the house, which he like now too....
I love the ergo too - have used it for DD#2 since birth and for DD#1 from about 6 months - brilliant for both.
Sorry to hijack your thread but Rufalina - how are you now positioning your DS, still using the insert? I've found my DD#2 is too long to go in it cradled like you first described but couldn't work out another way to use it so have actually been waiting to use it again when she's bigger and can go in it without the insert. Would love to know if there's an interim position.
Lulu, I have putting DS in standard front carry, but put the infant insert in behind him, so he gets the extra head support, and put the hood over to hold it all in place. Also, as his legs dont really wrap around me, they are sort of a bit bent at the knee, in a kind of frogs leg position. Does that make sense?????
Kim, I meant to add to you, that my DH LOVES carrying DS in the Ergo too. And it is so easy to adjust for him to wear, and I love the break!! And to be honest, I have seen quite a few guys with baby/toddlers in the ergo in the shops lately...
I have both and love them for different things - a quick run to the shops and I throw on the Peanut Shell, but for longer walks or getting jobs done around the house I pop DS on in the back carry and he's happy and usually asleep for hours!! I was looking at another post about ERGO and someone said they're on special at the moment through Babes In Arms until the end of the month, and I really think you can't go wrong with one. Super comfy!! Good luck
I love my pikkolo, like the ergo as in it is still a SSC but comes in lots of cool fabrics and you don't need an insert. I am not sure how to BF in the Pikkolo though. I think you need both. Could you (or someone) make a peanut shell style sling? That way you will save a few $$$
Hi,
I haven't tried an Ergo but I looooove my peanut shell. It's easy to put on and much more comfortable than you might think with it over one shoulder- I have muscle problems in my neck and I can still use it very comfortably. It also is very versatile- ds sits in it kangaroo style at the moment (and loves it) but we used it cradle carry when he was younger and we're just about to swap over to hip sit. And, on top of all that, it's reversible and looks really cool (chocolate brown on one side and brown with blue spots on the other).
The only downside is it is not adjustable, so dh can't use it, but I would still highly recommend it.
Last edited by Lolli; September 29th, 2008 at 08:49 PM.
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I love PS, with PS, there are no buckles, metal rings or adjustments to be made and the sling can be worn five different ways to carry a baby or a toddler up to 16kg.
PS is so compact, you can easily toss it into a diaper bag when you're on the go and it can also be used as a stroller cover or a baby blanket. The sling features sleek leg padding to increase your baby's comfort without added bulk or warmth, a perfectly placed hook for attaching toys and a small pocket for carrying essentials such as keys, a cell phone or a pacifier.
However, it didn't come with directions so you have to go to the company's website to learn how to use it. You may feel so confusing i.e difficult to setup, difficult to get inout, difficult to remove child for the first timer but as long as you keep practising you will get use to it
Hmm, if you're still looking for a carrier you could head to the expo in Melbourne this weekend? I bet heaps of stands will have carriers, and I know for sure Bubblebubs will be there with ERGO (and last time they had a pretty good deal on them too, 20% off or something from my placenta-brain memory!). Good chance to try before you buy IYKWIM
I bought the peanut shell, felt really comfy on and the lady at the local baby shop swears buy them! She reckons she walked for hrs around Bali with her 4 month old in it and she even showed me how her 12 month old goes in it...probably a little better for baby wearing if that is what you are into!
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Peanut Shell or Ergo?
get both?????
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