Every Baby Buncher must have a sling, front carrier, or some other contraption that will allow you to hold the baby hands-free so you can deal with toddler BS. I will admit that I did not come to this conclusion on my own. Linda immediately had the foresight to invest in a sling when her second was born and used it with great success. After I suffered through a few weeks of holding my second baby all the time and listening to her cluck at me daily about my need for a sling, I finally caved. I went to Target and purchased the first one I saw (the only one they had, in fact) - the Infantino infant sling. This sling sucks so bad I will not even link it from this site. Not only is it really uncomfortable, I always felt like my baby was suffocating in it. And that was the end of me and slings.
I did use the Baby Bjorn with some success, but I always felt like the baby was swinging around in it whenever I tried to bend over or do anything except walk upright in a straight line. Plus, it always made me feel hot. It was comfortable enough, but I could only wear it for a little while before it made my back hurt. My husband, on the other hand, wore it frequently and with great success - to the extent that it has become known as "The Daddy Pouch" in our house. Too bad he didn't have much need for a Daddy Pouch while he was languishing at work all day while I clustered around at home with two children and without the use of my hands.
For baby #3, I decided enough was enough - surely there must be a sling out there for me. Babywearing friends gave me a Moby Wrap for a baby shower gift and I think I've finally met my match. It's made of a nice stretchy jersey fabric that's very comfortable to wear. It has several different configurations (facing forward, facing in, even one you can nurse in) so there is something for every baby and mommy. My friend whose son is almost a year and half STILL uses hers. The one drawback is that it takes a minute to get it on and it is a little nerve wracking to try and figure it out with a screaming baby squawking at you. Also, since it takes a few minutes, I find that the Bjorn is easier to use quickly if I know he's not going to be in it for long, since it is just easier to "assemble".
All in all, I would recommend a combination of the Bjorn and the Moby, if you have the luxury of having both. If not, just get the Moby. I know there are other slings and carriers out there - anyone want to chime in with their success (or failure) stories?
A side note about slings/carriers - when the youngest member of your Bunch is under a year or so, never EVER leave the house without your stroller AND your carrier/sling. You never know when one kid or the other will refuse to sit in the stroller but happily acquiesce to being worn.
I'm new to your site but am very glad I found it. I just had my second on 7/31. I used the Moby with my first. I liked it once it was on but hated the process, especially if I was outside and had to let it drag the ground to get it on. While I was pregnant with number two, I heard about the Baby Ktan (http://www.babyktan.com/). It's the greatest. It holds the baby the same way as the Moby but is designed completely differently and is so much easier to get on. It's basically two loops of fabric that you criss-cross on your torso. Then you put the baby in and then use a seperate sash to tie around for added support. The only drawback is that it isn't on size fits all and you have to order the right size for you. But I think they have a very friendly exchange policy if you need it.
Posted by: Katherine Chandler | Sep 12, 2008 at 02:17 PM
I'm a big fan of the ergo carrier
http://www.ergobabycarriers.com/babycarriers/category/carrier/
easy to put on like the bjorn, but more comfortable, and can be used to carry a toddler also (on your back)
I also use a sling like this http://www.kangarookorner.com/p-40-all-season-adjustable-pouch.aspx
which can be handily rolled up and kept in a diaper bag or purse.
Posted by: geekymummy | Sep 12, 2008 at 02:36 PM
I have had MUCH trouble with baby wearing. I cannot find a sling that works for me. By sling, I mean the traditional one where you slide the baby in across the front of you in the fetal position. The Bjorn works if your child is small. My kids got so big so fast, that they simply wouldn't fit in there. I was squishing them to death, and my back was breaking and he was only 3 months. The Ergo solves that problem, and can replace the Bjorn, but I find it difficult to get the child in if they are small. So you have to wait until they are a bit more stable and willing to ride in the back or facing you. It doesn't face front like the Bjorn, and my kids wanted to look out. But it does allow for you putting them on your hip... if you can get them in & swing them around without dropping them while positioning it. If you are looking for something like the bjorn and your kid is too big for it ... I LOVE LOVE LOVE the BabyHawke. It's a tie based front carrier... so it doesn't matter how big your child is. And you can turn the child in or out. Right now that is my very favorite. I do love the Moby. But yes, it's a bit longer to figure out - and it's HUGE. So it's always dragging and hard to carry around if you are looking to bring something with you to wear later. Thus I don't use it that much. The Kangaroo pouch slid all over for me. I can't keep it on my shoulder properly. So there you have it.
Posted by: Michelle | Sep 12, 2008 at 06:49 PM
Ugh, I wish I could use the sling/carrier. My daughter's reflux is so bad that when I try to put her in it, it's more work for me since I have to retrace all of my steps to clean up the puke trail.
Posted by: Casey | Sep 12, 2008 at 10:47 PM
I'm a big fan of the Beco/Ergo style baby carriers. They are more secure than a sling, better ergonomically for you and the baby than a Bjorn, and nicer looking overall.
Posted by: Rachel O. | Jul 15, 2009 at 09:53 AM
I'm a huge fan of my sprout pouch. My son is 1, 24lbs and still loves to walk around with me. Honestly, at this point, he's a little heavy, but I will definitely use it again with #2, due in July!
www.sproutpouch.com
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