DS is now 6mo & about 17lbs - we've been using a babasling since birth & more recently a kari-me which i love, but i think he's starting to get too big for it (he fell asleep in it yesterday & after an hour my shoulders were seriously achey) - just wish i'd got to grips with it sooner!
anyway i think a SSC is the way to go now he's getting heavier, & now my SPD is slowly getting better i'd really like to carry him more. i'm completely bewildered by the choice though! i know i need to try them out first really, but the next local sling meet is a few weeks away so i was hoping that if i posted my requirements here that more experienced babywearers could recommend a particular brand to look out for 2nd hand (or even brands to avoid would be helpful too).
ok, so:
- needs to be easily adjustable so that DP can use it too - i am 5'4" & large build, he is 6'1" & slim-medium build
- not too bothered about pretty designs given that DP will be using it too - plain black is fine!
- i've had neck & back problems in the past, so it needs to be supportive & distribute the weight well
- don't mind shelling out £s on something that will get lots of use
also, does anyone know of any shops in london where i could try out some slings? preferably north or central, but will travel if anyone's got a good recommendation.
thanks