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Cheapish, practical comfortable sling. Where can I get one? Any recommendations?

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 20:04

3 days till die date and realised I still haven't got one!

All I want it for is when I have to go and walk the dog which is literally a 10/15 min task at the best but its a biggish task because I have dd who is a nearly 3 year old absconder, the dog (obviously) and the poop a scoopa! So having hands free is a big advantage.

I don't really want to spend a fortune but at the same time I want a good comfortable one.

Any recommendations?
TIA

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SoupDragon · 10/08/2006 20:08

I like the Coorie and Kimmer. I was sceptical and pleasantly surprised!

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 20:10

Whcih one did you get soupy?

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misdee · 10/08/2006 20:15

moby wrap sling, i dont feel comfortable bending down to pick anything up with a ring sling.

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 20:18

Thats interesting Misdee. Glad you said that because I'd heard so many people mention how much they liked ring slings. Not a great move then when I'll be havig to pick up poo!

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expatinscotland · 10/08/2006 20:19

The Coorie rules! Scottish made, too.

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 20:36

I'm quite liking the coorie fleece pouch sling. That looks like it will do the job.

Just trying to determine the correct size now!

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SoupDragon · 10/08/2006 20:37

I made a fleece Coorie (because I didn't believe they could possibly work) and bought the stretch Kimmer. They are easy to use. I don't like ring ones, they feel somehow insecure. I wouldn't bend over with the kimmer without having a hand on DD though.

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 20:38

Well I've just measured myself and it I think I'd need a medium as it came up 26 inches but would that be right bearing in mind I have a bump?

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 20:39

and is it just a case over sticking it over your head and one arm?

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SoupDragon · 10/08/2006 20:43

Yes, it is that easy. There is a knack to getting your baby in properly but you get the hang of it very quickly.

Medium is what I got - I'm 5'7 and of average build (size 12).

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 20:48

I think I'll get that one then.

I'm 5"3 and was a 10 up top pre baby, lord knows what after so I reckon Medium will be ok

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CorrieDale · 10/08/2006 21:01

This seems like a useful guide to the kinds on offer: choosing a sling

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YellowFeathers · 10/08/2006 21:02

Have bought a black fleece coorie pouch

Am very pleased. Can't wait for it to come now!

Wonder who will be first, baby or sling???

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