May 2013 Moms
griffithjs
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Sling recommendations?
griffithjs
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Anyone have any sling recommendations? If so, why do you like it? Any you would avoid? Why? I want to get one, but don't know which one to buy. Thanks in advance!
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Re: Sling recommendations?
BFP #2 8/22/12 | EDD 5/5/13 | DS1 born 5/9/13
BFP #3 4/25/15 | EDD 1/7/16 | MMC 7/2/15 @ 13w1d | D&E 7/8/15
BFP #4 12/9/15 | EDD 8/22/16 | DS2 born 5/18/16 at 26w2d
Just keep swimming.
Same. Now that I'm comfortable tying it without looking in the mirror, it's great. Plus, MH can wear it, too
8/15 - BFP
beta #1 - 178 beta #2 - 385 beta #3 - 934
u/s 9/13 - 1 little heartbeat
I have a Maya Wrap that I practically lived in with DS. And am already using it for DD. LOVE it. I also use it to nurse (NIP) on the go, nearly hands free.
I also have a Moby that I use too - but less frequently, the ring sling is just so quick an easy and adjustable. The sling is also cooler than the Moby in the summer weather.
BFP #2 9/5/2012 -- Born 5/20/2013 -- Welcome, rainbow baby!
BFP #1 1/24/12 -- No HB 2/16/12 -- Misoprostol 3/10/12
I have the Baby K'tan and thought I would love it, but I'm having trouble using it. I've been trying the kangaroo but it doesn't seem like she fits. If her head is in it it seems really cramped and she is not happy. The only way I've been able to use it is with her head sticking out, supported by the crook of my arm, which kind of defeats the purpose of being hands free.
I'm wondering if I got the wrong size. I got the XS, because pre-pregnancy that's the size I would wear (5' 3" 118 lbs). I don't know how much I weigh now but I'm back in my regular size shirts but still don't fit into my pre-pregnancy pants. I also washed/dried the K'tan before I used it, so maybe it shrunk?
If I can ask, how big are you that the XS works for you? Also, what positions have you been using? And what position to be able to nurse with it? Any tips to get it to work?
If you're looking for a sling, go with Sleeping Baby Productions. She's a WAHM, google it. The sling is good for NIP, but that is all I use it for due to an old neck injury. Do not buy a pouch sling. Those are the dangerous ones.
The Moby is great for the newborn phase. There is a learning curve, but once you master it, you are good to go. Mobys are a bit warm, though, so keep that in mind. It also is only safe up to 15 lbs. This is what I'm using at home right now.
Ergo is one of my favorites. It fits everyone in my family, is easy to pop on and off, cool enough for summer months, can work with newborn all the way to toddler. You would need the infant insert at this time. This is what I'm using out and about with LO now.
I also have a Didymos wrap that is amazing. It is like a Moby that will carry a toddler, and you can do back carries, and it's super pretty.
HTH!
BFP#1 "Watermelon" born 3/2011
BFP#2 "Pumpkin" 7/14/12 ~ EDD 3/23/13 ~ Natural M/C 8/3/12 @ 7 weeks
BFP#3 "Pineapple" born 4/2013
BFP#4 "Grapefruit" EDD 3/29/16
OP, I also have a Moby which I find difficult to get tied tight enough every time. Sometimes it is and sometimes it isn't. We also have a borrowed Caboo which my husband loves wearing. Both are adjustable so can be worn by either of us, which is nice.
Would you mind sharing those tips? TIA!
My problem is, I am VERY short on funds right now and know I only need the sling for quick convenience and easier feedings while doing housework... I'm thinking of getting this, but worry it might be too cheap. Thoughts?
https://www.amazon.com/Lite-On-Shoulder-Frizzy-Lite-on-Shoulder-Baby-Sling/dp/7883932586/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
The tips were to stretch it out before putting the baby in, to make sure that the fabric is all smoothed out and not bunched up at all, and to try the hug hold if the kangaroo hold is too snug. And they said it is meant to fit snugly and that it will stretch out a bit with use.