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Sling/carrier rec?
"Deirdre" wrote in message ...
I'm sure this has been covered here before, so I hope you'll forgive the redundancy -- My little bean is 10 weeks old and about 11 pounds or so. I've tried a couple of different carriers (Snugli, EuroRider) and a "SlingRider" sling, and loathe all of them. You might try the Kozy Carrier: http://www.geocities.com/kozycarrier/ I have one, and I can comfortably carry my 2 year old on my back (or front) because it transfers the weight to the waist/hips. It's very comfortable. I wish I had had this carrier instead of the Bjorn (which I liked better than the mayawrap- I never got very good at using it, but I did use it some). It's also very versitile: Front carrier, Back Carrier, Hip Carrier. It's also very strong, and can be used for older kids. There's a picture of her sitting on her husband's back in the carrier! The only drawbacks? 1. Her website has such high volume, that she exceeds her bandwidth, and you have to check back in an hour. 2. The popularity of the carrier is such that she usually has a waiting list of 70-100 carriers, which means there's a significant delay in getting one. She currently has herself and 2 others making them. I had to wait 6 weeks to get mine. 3. Unlike in a sling, the baby cannot lay down horizontally. Cathy Weeks Mommy to Kivi Alexis 12/01 |
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A & L Lane wrote:
not sure how old your baby is but I used to carry my son in the sling in a kind of cross-legged position sitting on my chest facing outwards - I think some people call it the "tailor" carry. They might seem a bit scrunched up but in fact it is really comfortable, very safe and secure while giving them lots of opportunity to look around at the world - if they fall asleep, you can just lean them over to one side for a sleeping position. When he got a bit older, the hip carry position was more suitable. Depending on size, you could give this a go as it might be a bit easier on your back and although it is forward facing, it might give your baby the view he wants. This would work with most slings - mine is Australian so no point in giving you the brand. cheers Leah Chopped off my own sig, oops! DS is 11 weeks old, and while doing real well with holding his head upright, still has plenty of floppy episodes. I appreciate your description, though. I've got a sling I was about to return, so I'll see if I can work it as you describe first. Thank you! |
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HollyLewis wrote:
Two ring slings, crossed, or a wraparound, especially stretchy knit ones, allow you to do it more securely with the baby in a very high (shoulder burp type) position. (Check out the pictures of the MamaBaby two-sling positions: http://www.midwiferytoday.com/articl..._instr_2sc.asp ) Hooray!!! That's it exactly! (the shoulder-burp position) I've been searching sling/carrier sites for weeks and hadn't seen any photos like these, so I was beginning to lose hope. Wonderful wonderful wonderful! Thank you, Holly! |
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Karen wrote:
Any sagely wisdom? Pouch? I have a pouch from http://www.kangarookorner.com and the difference in comfort for me compared to your typical sling is HUGE-nothing digs and the weight distribution is pretty good. I've been using it since ds was 5 days old, he's now almost 6 months and we still use it frequently and easily. Karen Yet another option I hadn't known of. Looks promising Thank you!! |
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FayeC wrote:
Mayawraps allow you to carry the baby in many positions. Deirdre loved being upright since she was a month old. I never put her in the craddle hold. she was wrapped tight against my chest with the fabric sort of over her head to give support. I would also use my hand when I flt she needed more neck support. From the upright hold we went to the hip carry and that is the one we use most nowadays although we also use the kangoroo carry sometimes. The website has the videos online for you to see how many ways you can carry a baby using the wrap. hth, Thanks, Faye. Always good to hear another endorsement! |
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Dragon wrote:
I would bet that you could arrange a mayawrap snug and high enough so that your son could peek out over your shoulder as you say. Check out the pictures on the mayawrap site and see what you think. This sling is *so* adjustable, you can essentially do it just about however you want. As my DS grew, he preferred different positions--from about 7 months on, he preferred to ride on my hip, rather than in the kangaroo face-forward position. My little guy *never* liked snuggling close to my chest, so those types of positions were out from the git-go. Mayawrap has also improved the design of their pouch, which makes it all the more alluring than it did to me originally. I never tried one--went for the sling instead--but they look like they might be really fun now that you can adjust the size. Check those out as well... A mayawrap is lightweight and compact--you can stick it in your purse or diaper bag without any trouble at all. I just loved how easy it was to dump DS into the carseat still in the sling, and how easy it was to pull him out, throw it over my shoulder and be on my way. No more strollers!!! I got lots of comments from people when we were out and about as well, cuz DS was so obviously happy and I was so free to zoom about shopping or whatever. It was most definately one of the best baby purchases I ever made. Enjoy! dragon Being relieved of the stroller is really part of the appeal. It's such a hassle for short trips, isn't it? Brilliant feedback, can't thank you enough |
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Cathy Weeks wrote:
"Deirdre" wrote in message ... I'm sure this has been covered here before, so I hope you'll forgive the redundancy -- My little bean is 10 weeks old and about 11 pounds or so. I've tried a couple of different carriers (Snugli, EuroRider) and a "SlingRider" sling, and loathe all of them. You might try the Kozy Carrier: http://www.geocities.com/kozycarrier/ I have one, and I can comfortably carry my 2 year old on my back (or front) because it transfers the weight to the waist/hips. It's very comfortable. I wish I had had this carrier instead of the Bjorn (which I liked better than the mayawrap- I never got very good at using it, but I did use it some). It's also very versitile: Front carrier, Back Carrier, Hip Carrier. It's also very strong, and can be used for older kids. There's a picture of her sitting on her husband's back in the carrier! The only drawbacks? 1. Her website has such high volume, that she exceeds her bandwidth, and you have to check back in an hour. 2. The popularity of the carrier is such that she usually has a waiting list of 70-100 carriers, which means there's a significant delay in getting one. She currently has herself and 2 others making them. I had to wait 6 weeks to get mine. 3. Unlike in a sling, the baby cannot lay down horizontally. Cathy Weeks Mommy to Kivi Alexis 12/01 I've seen that, and thought to order one when he got a bit older & could support himself better. Thanks for the tip about the backlog on orders. I'll get one in the system sooner than later! |
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"Deirdre" wrote in message ... HollyLewis wrote: Two ring slings, crossed, or a wraparound, especially stretchy knit ones, allow you to do it more securely with the baby in a very high (shoulder burp type) position. (Check out the pictures of the MamaBaby two-sling positions: http://www.midwiferytoday.com/articl..._instr_2sc.asp ) Hooray!!! That's it exactly! (the shoulder-burp position) I've been searching sling/carrier sites for weeks and hadn't seen any photos like these, so I was beginning to lose hope. Wonderful wonderful wonderful! Thank you, Holly! I figured out that position when I had a foster baby who *lived* on my shoulder--one sling wasn't cutting it to keep him up there, two worked perfectly. I liked doing it with stretchy fabric as I could just reach in and move him around and he'd just sort of stay where I put him, without too much fussing with rings. Jenrose |
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