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Which sling?

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bessie26 · 21/03/2011 09:32

DD will be 2.5 when #2 arrives & I'm going to try to use a sling to carry the little one around to begin with.

We were lent a baby bjorn sling when DD was born so picked one of those up 2nd hand a few months ago, but get the impression from comments on here that other makes are much better - any recommendations before I goto the second hand shop again tomorrow?

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missp2010 · 21/03/2011 10:00

I've tried a couple of different ones, including the baby bjorn. I'd have to say that I didn't find it great, it's ok while baby is very small but once they're a couple of months/or you're carrying them for long periods of time it really hurts your back. I hear the type with lumbar support is better though. I also tried one of the premaxx sling carriers and have to say that was even worse! When DS was tiny he kept ending up all scrunched up in a little ball inside the carrier and when he was bigger and I tried having him on my hip the fabric would really dig in to his little legs.

This time I've spent the extra money and gone for the ergo baby carrier. DC3 isn't due for a while yet so I haven't tried it properly. I did put DS in it the other day (he's nearly 3) and was able to carry him comfortably around the house on my back, despite being 33 weeks pg. Other people I've asked have told me it gives much better support than the bjorn, but I have read reviews that say it can be tricky to get it on, esp if you're on your own.

Hope that helps a bit. I'm sure others will be able to offer more advice soon.

ninipops · 21/03/2011 10:00

They are expensive and not very common in the UK so might not be able to get one 2nd hand but if you can stretch to it an Ergo is the way to go. www.ergobabycarrier.com/ With the infant insert they go from birth until your child weighs 40lbs. They are health professional recommended as they keep the pressure off the babys hips and give them the correct alignment for optimal development. It starts off as a front wearing sling for when DC is little and you can swing it round to wear on your hip or back as they get bigger. My DD is 14 months and loves hers and we are planning on getting a second for her DBro who is on the way.

pipoca · 21/03/2011 10:21

manduca is better than the ergo...

pirateparty · 21/03/2011 10:27

I could have written the op so watching with interest. Didn't use a sling last time but with a 2.5 yr old when this next one is due I think it's going to be essential.

Why is Manduca better pipoca?

Loopymumsy · 21/03/2011 13:34

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LittleMumSmall · 21/03/2011 13:46

I second the vote for a Moby - easy, lightweight and comfy for mum and baby. Used mine until DS was six months. DD coming in April and can't wait to get it out again!

ecuse · 21/03/2011 17:08

I've got a moby lined up and ready to go with my DC1 due next month, friend is evangelical about them. Apparently much better for baby's hips than the rucksack style ones (baby bjorn etc) and for your back.

redandyellowandpinkandgreen · 21/03/2011 17:39

I've recently borrowed a Moby and love it for DS who is four months. I had a Babasling before that and found it really uncomfortable.

greedychops · 21/03/2011 17:41

I've got a didymos and a lighter one that I can't remember the name of ellaroo maybe? Both fantastic. Loads of different ways to tie it so you can change depending on your mood and the size of the baby.

msbossy · 21/03/2011 17:55

I had a bush baby at first but it gave me back ache. Avoid. A second hand bjorn classic was much better and I used it until 6 months despite DD being tall and me only being 5' 2". Got a Calin Bleu (non stretchy) for holidays when DD was a toddler but still wanted to be carried frequently.

DD is only 2 and 3 months and I'm expecting any day so I've bought a Kari-me as they do look more comfortable for newborns and using around the house etc.

Froggy81 · 21/03/2011 20:11

Have looked at the Moby on amazon, is it really easy to use? It looks a bit fiddly to me.

Loopymumsy · 21/03/2011 20:21

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philbee · 21/03/2011 20:44

Loopymumsy that is too cute!

trixie123 · 21/03/2011 20:52

I love the kari me wrap sling. They are not tricky at all - just practise a couple of times with a teddy bear!

redandyellowandpinkandgreen · 21/03/2011 21:03

Aww at that video!

I honestly find the Moby easy. I bought the Babasling because there was no tying and it is all chunky buckles but the Moby actually feels safer. I practiced a few times in front of the mirror but after that it was plain sailing.

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bessie26 · 21/03/2011 22:28

Awwww, that video is just too cute!

Thank-you so much for all your replies, i found the baby bjorn was fine for the first few (3-4) months, but got uncomfortable after that & i was never sure if it was me not adjusting the straps correctly or not. I honestly had no idea you could carry toddlers in some of them! (DD is 2.5 & almost 15kg - perhaps that's pushing it?! )

am looking fwd to seeing what they've got at the second hand shop tomorrow, they had quite a few I'd never heard of last time I looked, hopefully they will be some of the ones you guys have mentioned here!

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BreastmilkDoesAFabLatte · 22/03/2011 06:16

Yes, just go for a stretchy wrap. There's a way to tie them for BF, too.

The Close baby carrier is basically an approximation of the wrap designed not to need folding and tying by using adjustable rings, though I found it more of a fiddle and less flexible than simply tying my own wrap.

Some people swear by the Babasling but DD hated it from the outset and refused even to try... so I can't comment.

I think really, it depends on the baby. From the moment she was born, DD had her very definite preferences as to how she wanted to be carried. Don't know if that was just her (at 16 months she already has a firm opinion on everything) though, or me being a bit PFB...

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