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Anyone got a close baby sling?

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Stefka · 10/01/2008 12:42

What's it like?

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Norfolkbumpkin · 10/01/2008 17:27

Just bumping this message up as I am interested too. I had never seen one before until today when I spotted a mum wearing one at local nappucino group. I was too timid to approach her and ask her about it!

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clarahj · 10/01/2008 21:23

Hi
I have one.
I don't know - I suppose they are ok but I think it depends on the life you lead. I found it ok when i was out with ds on my own and totally hands free as could tighten and adjust, but when out with dd in her buggy or carrying shopping bags i found it a bit of a hindrance to be honest (We do a LOT of walking). I almost wish i had a just bought another Baby Bjorn.
I usually have 'stuff' going on with my hands (other children etc) so i find it feels a little unstable.
I also felt it didnt support his head to well in the upright position when he was little, but now he is older it seems fine. To be fair Amos loves it, always seems really comfy and content so maybe is just me.
Also dh will not wear it as he thinks it is too feminine.
I am considering buying something else, although HATE wasting money so i may make do.

Hope that helps. It is nice to see them cosy wrapped up in it though.

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Piffle · 10/01/2008 21:26

I love ours ds Is very stable in it. He adores it

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Stefka · 10/01/2008 22:45

Thanks. I am trying to decide what wrap to get. I was choosing between a hugabub and a moby but now I have this one to think about too! It's too difficult!!

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kathrynharriet · 11/01/2008 00:50

Hi, I have a close sling for dd3 as i need my hands free for other 2 DC! I love this V.comfy my little girl is 19 weeks and is about 20lbs, and i can carry her around for a few hours without any probs. Hope this helps!

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Stefka · 11/01/2008 12:02

Well I totally don't know what to do now! Moby, Hugabub or close sling - it's too hard!

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Norfolkbumpkin · 11/01/2008 21:32

I currently use a 4m wrap sling that I bought from E-Bay from a lady who makes her own. My little girl is only just over 10lbs at 18 weeks and I am finding things a bit heavy/uncomfortable now as my belly and cs scar get very tender. I am considering other options for carrying her as a result.

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Stefka · 11/01/2008 22:41

I have been advised to get a woven wrap as they are longer lasting apparently. There are loads of them though so trying to figure out which one.