Can anyone recommend me a REALLY good sling for a super clingy baby?

[RooneyMara]

I've had various slings over the years but tbh never found one that was very easy or comfy - most came from NCT sales or charity shops but I think I might need one this time.

Ds is currently tucked inside my stretchy long t shirt and seems to be happy and I have my hands free - but it's not a great solution!

He just doesn't like to be put down so far, at all, though I guess he was only born yesterday so maybe it'll change.

But is there something really great available in the way of a sling - I do need it to be quick, without long wrapping processes, if possible. Mainly for around the house I think.

Thanks so much

Close was a god send. Dd2 live din hers

All of those- www.becobabycarrier.com/products.asp

Find your local sling library www.ukslinglibraries.co.uk/ or facebook "Slings and Things - FSOT and advice" (ignore the crazy prices on the for sale stuff, there's some sound advice)

Ergo saved my life. Was fab and very easy. Ds used it until about 3 for backpack style riding, by then an enhanced piggyback ride, so I got my moneys worth! Very comfy and cosy for him when tiny too.

Victoria slinglady does stretchy wraps which are perfect for a little one - pre-tie it and leave it on all day, then simply pop baby in and out whenever you need to (her slings are very cheap, but good quality). Once baby hits 3 months you can start using things like a rose and rebellion SSC if you wanted something quicker, these often come up on zulily for around £50 or can get pre loved from eBay or the Facebook site mentioned earlier. The VSL would last until your baby is around 9-12 months depending on her size and weight.

i have a close and i love it, as did dd

Victoria Sling Lady - Awesome!

I have a Manduca and love it. We had a long wrap type one to start with and I just couldn't get on with it. Manduca is SO easy to put on and comfy and I still use mine on my back for DD who is 18 mths. I spotted the lady who runs our local sling meet with one on the other day so it must be good!

I have a Bondolino and I love it. DS aged 9 months is currently snoozing away in it. Easy to put on, nice big sleep hood, comfortable to wear, DH friendly design, front or back carry, suitable from newborn to age 2. Have a look at their youtube video

I use a Close for my heavy 12 week old and it's great. He only likes to sleep in it at the moment though. I'm hoping he'll change his mind and be happy in it awake when he can face outwards.

I tried a Mamas and Papas structured carrier before that and it was awful. 100s of fastenings and never comfy.

Ok have now ordered a Close carrier.

I nearly got the Caboo DX (with clips?) but I liked the look of the cloth outer bit witht he Close, I might try both and see which is better.

Thankyou for all the wonderful suggestions - there are so many but these came up most I think, and I've watched the videos and they look great. Will update when one or both arrive!

Congratulations! I used a BabyBjorn for noth mine up to 4/6 months and then switched to a Hotsling www.hotslings.com/ which did until he was over 2. I found the hotsling great but didn't feel they were secure enough in it when they were very small. I baked and did housework with babies in the Hotsling.