Let's talk wraps...moby vs bjorn, etc

sandylou

What are you getting and why? I know there were some 2nd + timers who gave some recs awhile back but I forgot to bookmark the page.

If you are a first time mommy, which wrap have you chosen and why...

2nd+timers...you've probably used your share of them so give us your thoughts on what worked best for you.

TIA!

elizjane26

First of all, I am going to sit back and learn from this post. I want to know too!

Second of all, your baby name ticker just cracked me up!

sklein625

I'm a 1st time mom but have chosen the Bjorn for most use. My best friend, however, loves the Moby Wrap but it's a bit more confusing and takes more time to get the baby in it.

My husband is super scared about wraps suffocating the baby so he definitely likes the bjorn better.

Good luck!

pawcall

I am avoiding the bjorn for two reasons - 1) i've heard that it doesn't seat the baby in good position for the spine.  We're extra cautious about all things spine. 2) I've heard that it gets very uncomfortable for the wearer.  That would be me, and i'm not into discomfort.

I have a moby to use with A is small.  I've heard only great things about them.

I was planning to get an Ergo for when A is a little bigger, but saw the Lillebaby Everywear on one of the deal-a-day sites and got that instead.  It's very very similar to the Ergo but can face outward where the Ergo cannot.

If I had to do it over again, I'd probably get the Ergo instead of the Lillebaby, just because it comes so highly recommended.  I'm hoping the Lillebaby works well for us though.

KrisB755

I registered for the Moby wrap for while the baby is small - it is inexpensive, so if I don't end up liking it, not much of a loss.  I also registered for the Ergo based on good reviews.  I had the Bjorn on my registry at first, but changed to the Ergo based on the recomendations from other Bumpies about issues with the Bjorn mentioned above. 

swrlygrl

I put both, well sorta. I have several friends that swear by them for different reasons. The moby is great for grocery store etc. the one I know allot of people have recommended instead of the bjorn which I heard can be uncomfortable is the one by ergo. Allot of woman in my yoga class also use the ergo they say it is really comfortable and easy to get on and off.

 

I forgot to mention, that here in San Diego there is a group called the babywearers and you can go to their meeting and they will teach you how to use the various carriers and also they have a library of them that you can check out/borrow to see if you and your LO like it. Perhaps there is a group like that near you!

sandylou

Just found a great comparison chart. No actual user info but I am finding it helpful!

 https://peppermint.com/comparison.html

kpv

We registered for both the Baby K'Tan and the Ergo. The Baby K'Tan seemed a lot easier than the moby and it also doesn't require putting part of the wrap on the ground when you are putting it on, which made it seem better for putting it on out in public (I don't want the moby on the ground in a parking lot while I'm trying to put it on).

broccolitree

We're getting a moby-style wrap for when the kid is little, then getting an Ergo later on.

I say moby-style, because you can literally go to Joann Fabrics, buy material and make it into wrap, no-sew, for like, $10.  I already made one in a super lightweight, gauze-y fabric.  The thing I'll say is that, reading the directions it seems super, ridiculously crazy to figure out how to use the thing, but watching a video on youtube it's super easy.

Ceefome

I have a Moby and will use that while the baby is small. I also got an infant insert for the Ergo, but I have no idea if it will work or not.  Moms on another board I post on had mixed reviews about it, but I figured I would try it.  I plan on using the Ergo once the baby is bigger.  DH will occasionally use the Bjorn, and he'll probably use the Ergo.  I also ordered one of those Seven Slings, so I'm willing to give that a try as well, but don't plan on using that too much, since I have the Moby.  It is a bit of a pain to get the hang of, but it works really well in the beginning.

darlene'smommy

We had a bjorn and hated it once my dd hit 4 mos old and around 14-15 lbs. It hurt my back and was not comfy anymore. I bought a sling and loved it (like a hot sling). We will reuse the sling and my sil is making me a Mai tai for him as well. I wanted something I could nurse in and the Mai tai is easy to nurse in. I may also get some fabric and make a wrap and see how I like it. I use this site for info. They have great info and fourms with tons of info. In order to see the forum you have to sign up. It's free, I signed up 3 years ago and have never gotten any spam or even an email from them. https://www.thebabywearer.com/

ladipale

Moby and Ergo with infant insert for us! Plus my sister gave me her peanut shell.

houndbaby

I hated the bjorn. It would sweat like crazy when I wore it and it hurt my back once ds was 10 lbs.

I loved the Moby, it was easy on my back, I didn't sweat my_ass off wearing it and it was simple to use.

starsmaycollide

I bought a mei tai style carrier at a consignment sale-it's an off brand (infantino) that normally is for sale at Target.com (it's called the wrap and tie). I figured for $12, it was worth a try. The baby will face me, and later, it can be worn on your back. It's also nice that it isn't one that comes in a 'size' because my DH wants to try doing it as well.

Then I got super lucky and got an ergo, so I am going to use that with an infant insert as well. But before I knew about that, we were thinking of trying the balboa baby sling from BRU.  

Ultimately I wanted to try a carrier that would be able to be used by both DH and I, and wouldn't be too tough to figure out.  

pixieprincss

We bought a Bjorn in great condition for $12 on consignment. I've heard that it is rough on the back and this only good for little babies, but for $12 I thought it would be a good "intro to baby-wearing" for DH since he is unsure about wraps. For me, I am planning on a Moby (or similar) for a little baby and then a woven of some sort once he is bigger. I may DIY unless I find something used for cheap.

a-beautiful-mess

I found this page to be very helpful. I learned a lot about the natural position of baby's legs, hips and spines.

https://www.sleepywrap.com/index.php?page=stroller-baby-carrier

I'm registered for the Ergo. Based on the research I've done, babies should not face outward because it goes against the natural C-shape of the spine. Also, their legs should not dangle but be supported, so their hips are not under stress, possibly causing hip dysplasia.  HTH

IslamoradaBride09

We got a Moby at one of our showers, and I've put an Ergo (the Performance model in green) on our registry. I've used my SIL's Baby Bjorn with both of my nieces and it just killed my back, so that was a no-go. The Moby is for when the kiddo is a teeny little thing (plus it will be cooler outside & I'll be less likely to overheat). Not sure if my H will use it, but I think he is much more likely to use the Ergo.

jaejaevee

I'm Moby-stupid so we probably won't get one of those even though I'd really like to try it again.

We have a Beco (similar to an Ergo, but comes with the infant insert) that we LOVE.  I can still carry DS in it pretty comfortably - at 25 pounds - and it fits both DH and I well.

I am kind of a baby carrier whore.  I've have pretty much everything.  I am currently coveting the Petunia Pickle Bottom/Ergo collaboration, like this one.

mahagerty

My next door neighbir who is a chiropractor and father of 2 under 2, said that he would only recommend the ergo due to proper back support