Another baby wearing thread -- which SSC?

[mrsslick]

I haven't tried them yet but I have a used Ergo and Tula. I got them off the Babywearing on a Budget fb group.

Other people also seem to love Lenny Lamb too.

Do you have a local baby wearing group with a lending library? Maybe you could try them each before you commit to one?

[cheeseandrice]

Tulas typically keep resale value really well. So as long as you're ok selling later, it might be worth the higher investment up front

I splurged on a Tula for this one and we have a Lilebaby from #1. I figured I'll see which one I like more and sell the other one.

[bradysalon]

I don't have any experience but we have a Tula. It has been personally recommended to me and reviews are really good. I also like that it keeps its resell value.

[aylafsu1881]

Oct 16, 2015 11:12:14 GMT -5 cheeseandrice said:

Tulas typically keep resale value really well. So as long as you're ok selling later, it might be worth the higher investment up front

I splurged on a Tula for this one and we have a Lilebaby from #1. I figured I'll see which one I like more and sell the other one.

I have a tula (actually 2). I like them for the exact reason above. They really hold their value. You can easily resell them when you are done. They are also easy to put on and to use (front or back carry).

Plus they have some cute prints.

[rondosa]

I found this comparison very helpful last time.

www.softstructuredcarriers.com

We have a Boba 3G and loved it.

[forevermyfenix]

We got a tula on the babywearing on a budget Facebook group. Still need to get an infant insert for it though and they seem to be somewhat difficult to find second hand. But I agree, I love the fact that the tula holds its value so well.

[cheeseandrice]

Oct 16, 2015 12:40:19 GMT -5 forevermyfenix said:

We got a tula on the babywearing on a budget Facebook group. Still need to get an infant insert for it though and they seem to be somewhat difficult to find second hand. But I agree, I love the fact that the tula holds its value so well.

I got mine used too. for under retail!

[cheeseandrice]

Oct 16, 2015 13:54:15 GMT -5 @saveourship said:

cheeseandrice, do you liek the lillebaby? That is the one I'm considering but I don't know anyone personally who owns one to ask about it.

We used it with Lo and really liked it! She didnt' love being carried, so I didn't use it super often. But both H and I used it and it was really comfortable.

[link7913]

I have an ergo & am happy with it. Lucy rode in it for the first time last night & was asleep in 3 minutes.

[BJ Dealer]

I've never used one of any sort, but I'm planning to get a Lillebaby when the time comes.

[sunflwra]

I would also recommend looking at Lenny lamb. I got a Tula before I knew much about LL but now I wished I'd gotten the LL instead. It's similar to the wrap conversion Tulas that are a lot more expensive. I just feel overwhelmed and overheated with the Tula and the insert right now but I do think it will be really good later on, I just don't see it being my go-to for at least another few months.

[cougarette]

*creepy lurker from F15*

Just to throw another option in the mix - I love my chimparoo trek. It's made from woven wrap material, so it doesn't seem to get as hot (it still does a little, but I've heard others say it's lighter than canvas tulas, ergos, etc). Also, you can cross the straps in the back, which I really like. I think it's more comfortable crossed. Finally, there's a built-in infant insert, which rolls up in a little pocket when you no longer need it.

[lepeters]

Since we are on the topic. I know there are a few different kinds of ergo carriers and was wondering which ones people have and like. I was contemplating the performance or 360. The 360 just seems like it doesn't do much more for the price.

[louloubelle84]

Hi, thus is my first post here. I was an infrequent poster in September, but my baby was 15 days late and came in October.

We're using the Lillebaby carrier and I love it! We started using st 6 days old, and my husband uses it as well. She falls asleep in it every time.

[louloubelle84]

Sorry! I just read through and realized you'd already made your purchase. I'll leave my other post in case it helps someone else.

[aylafsu1881]

Oct 21, 2015 11:24:55 GMT -5 greenhairedgnome said:

In case anyone was wondering (which I kind of doubt, but I'm bored so why not bump the thread anyway?), I ended up ordering a Tula. After some further soul searching I realized that was what I was really wanting and you ladies are right, the resale value would offset the difference in cost if I sell it later on. It is supposed to arrive on Friday and I'm super excited to try it out!

Also, I have no actual experience with either carrier lepeters but I did come across this on Lucie's List when I was trying to decide what carrier I wanted and decided the 360 probably wasn't for me:

www.lucieslist.com/lucies-list-blog/2015/01/15/ergobaby-360-carrier-review/

ETA: I'm sleep deprived. I meant to also say thank you to everyone for the suggestions!

Which one did you get? Tula has some great prints and it is so hard to decide. I love Archer, Fletcher, Fawn, Delish etc.

[aylafsu1881]

Oct 21, 2015 12:42:55 GMT -5 greenhairedgnome said:

aylafsu1881 @tmg14 The print was a really tough decision but I went with Navigator. I ran several by DH and that was his favorite of the ones currently available that I showed him. I very nearly went with Sidekick.

Those are both good choices! I like Navigator a lot.

[leopardgurl831]

So I started with an Ergo with DS. By 5 months he was bigger than I was comfortable with, because he would throw himself backwards and I was afraid he would fall out. I sold my Ergo and got a Tula, or 3! I was still wearing my almost 2 year old on my due date.