even_star Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 Hi! We're expecting our 4th baby here in May and since I've got a toddler and a very on-the-go preschooler, I figure I may need my hands free quite a bit. :) For my 3rd baby, a friend lent me a non-adjustable PeanutShell sling which I really didn't use very much. I couldn't get it to fit comfortably on my body and I always felt like baby didn't have enough room and his neck wasn't in good alignment. I was wondering if you ladies could give me some recommendations on a sling or wrap that's worked well for you, or what hasn't been easy to use/comfortable. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 What's your budget? There are a ton of good options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holly Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I like using a mei tai for newborn babies, using a front carry (I have a Babyhawk). I also like using it with toddlers, carrying them on my back. For about 5mo-toddler, I like using a ring sling. Mine is homemade, but my friend had a Maya Wrap that she loved and it fits about the same. I used the directions from here: http://sleepingbaby.net/ and I believe she sells already-made slings as well. If you make one, you need to buy the right slings...there's a link on the site to buy them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenKitty Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 These are our favorites: Kozy Carrier and WrapAround Carrier. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie12345 Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I went from a Peanut Shell to a Moby, and I'm in love with the Moby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I love my Baby K'Tan. It's somewhat like a Moby, but I think it's a little easier to figure out. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A home for their hearts Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I love my Moby Wrap! It's very comfortable and doesn't kill my back! They sale yhem at Babies-R-Us Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyGirl Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I have an EllaRoo wrap that I bought for baby #4, and he lived in it for about a year. It's like a Moby, but the fabric is stronger so as the baby gets bigger the wrap holds better. ds is 17 months now and he still likes to go in the wrap if we're out somewhere. I really love the versatility of a wrap - front carries, back carries, sling type carries - they do it all. There is a little bit of a learning curve, but the only thing I've really had trouble getting the hang of is the back carries, and I haven't really tried more than 2 or 3 times. The basic front carries that you would use for a newborn are very simple! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punchie Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I love my Baby K'Tan. It's somewhat like a Moby, but I think it's a little easier to figure out. :) :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawn in OH Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 Both the baby and I love our Moby Wrap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovedtodeath Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I had big babies and started out with a ring sling which I loved, but I had to switch to the Ergo baby carrier at 4 months after a month of nothing (19 lbs at 3 months old). Anyway... just be ready to switch at about 17 lbs or your shoulders will kill you. The ring sling was perfect for nursing and worked as a cover up at the same time. Then with the Ergo I could even nurse while grocery shopping. I still have my Ergo in case of emergencies... it can hold any sized person on your back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mergath Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 When dd was little, I got a length of slightly-stretchy fabric from the craft store and basically made my own moby wrap. Way cheaper than buying one, and it worked just as well, if not better, than the namebrand ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 Do you have big or small babies? I LOVED my Moby, but my dd grew out of it very quickly and we switched to an Ergo. She was/is a big girl. During the newborn time though, I loved the moby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrappyhappymama Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 LOVE my BabyHawk. I use it as a front carry in froggy hold as a newborns, all the way to yesterday my 20 month old, 26lb toddler on my back. I also use a sling for newborns, but my Baby Hawk is so versatile and washes and wears like new. It was well worth the investment! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallorie Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 It's been a long time, but I also loved my Moby Wrap. When I first saw them, I though there was no way I was ever going to figure out one of those. But after getting DD tied to the front of me, and how stretchy soft the fabric was, I loved it. Small learning curve, but if I can figure it out, most anyone could. Super comfy. I also had an adjustable sling that worked great. It was a wahm though, who is now out of business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeaganS Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I have a home-made wrap, like a Moby, a Maya Wrap, and an Ergo. The moby is probably my least favorite because, at least for me, it was too much trouble to tie it all up every time I needed to put my daughters in. I loved the Maya (which I got on Ebay almost new for $25) for my daughter when she was first born, and I still use it occasionally around the house, primarily on my hip. I stopped using it as soon as much as we could switch to the Ergo (around 3 months for her, she's a big girl). Now I use the Ergo. I use it while at the store so that I can keep big sister in the cart and I use it most places we go. I even occasionally use it for big sister. It really is my favorite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleIzumi Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I like Girasol wraps & AngelPack soft structured carriers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flobee76 Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I loved my Hopp or Girasol wrap for my newbies. But the ERGO was/is our fave carrier! FC or BC... AWESOME! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted March 19, 2011 Share Posted March 19, 2011 I'd get a Boba - Similar to an Ergo, but handles kids up to 60lbs, carries them slightly higher on the back, and have foot stirrups for older kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ItsJustMe Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 I loved my moby wrap, but have to admit that it would get hot, especially in the summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara in AZ Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 I'm hoping to try out an Ergo this time around as soon as I can find one used. In the meantime, I've loved my ring slings and I have to put in a plug for my friend and fellow homeschooler who makes these terrific slings.... http://taylormadeslings.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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