I do have a question. For those of you that use wraps and more traditional carriers in what settings do you like each ? I am trying to figure out if a wrap is something I would prefer.
I do have a question. For those of you that use wraps and more traditional carriers in what settings do you like each ? I am trying to figure out if a wrap is something I would prefer.
For me, if I'm going to be moving a lot (changing between sitting/standing/walking) and/or need to easily interact with my toddler, I prefer a wrap. It's not as bulky and has more maneuverability.
If I'm mostly in one position or minimal movement (think church or grocery shopping), I'd prefer a more traditional (structured) carrier. (Except when they are still tiny, i.e. Less than 12 lbs)
Post by NellieOleson on Feb 20, 2016 0:20:31 GMT -5
So, I'm once again lurking the Tula site, and see the toddler carrier is good starting at 25 pounds??! Dd1 will be 2 next month and maaaaybe weighs 25 pounds, but probably just under. I seriously can't imagine putting her in a carrier other than a framed hiking pack. Anyone have experience with this? I'm just imagining the experience to be like strapping a large and very heavy feral cat to my body.
Do people actually buy Mobys? I have three I could sell. Only one has the original packaging, though.
I sold mine for somewhere around $30 I think. Maybe a little more? It was barely used and had original pouch/directions. I mean, no one is making money here but at least you recoup some of your cost.
So, I'm once again lurking the Tula site, and see the toddler carrier is good starting at 25 pounds??! Dd1 will be 2 next month and maaaaybe weighs 25 pounds, but probably just under. I seriously can't imagine putting her in a carrier other than a framed hiking pack. Anyone have experience with this? I'm just imagining the experience to be like strapping a large and very heavy feral cat to my body.
LOL
I wore DD1 in the toddler Tula (moved up to that size because of her height) last summer while pregnant. I haven't put her in it recently, but it works. I mean, she was more resistant to going up sometimes, but it's the same as with a fussy baby. I just walk, bounce, talk to her, and pat her back/bum until she settles. I think now I would only attempt back carries, but I don't know. Sometimes she really wants to be held and carried around. I think we will definitely have times where she wants to be worn again.
I do have a question. For those of you that use wraps and more traditional carriers in what settings do you like each ? I am trying to figure out if a wrap is something I would prefer.
I like wraps at home - mostly because I'm still learning and would not feel confident wrapping while I was out, unless it was a stretchy wrap in which case you would put it on before going out and then just pop baby in and out.
I like slings both at home and out - because they are easy for quick ups and getting baby in and out (like while running errands). I can put it on and off easily, adjust as needed, nurse in it to quiet baby if upset, and still usually KOKO with whatever I'm doing.
I like SSC best for travel, also walking/hiking, or long periods of wear, especially once you can put baby on your back. It's easy on and off and evenly supportive. I wear baby and use a stroller like a cart for carry on stuff in the airport. Most SSC have no metal so it can be worn through airport security (in the US anyway they are supposed to let you through without taking the baby out as long as he carrier has no metal). MH likes SSC best (all he will use) because they are the easiest to learn and use properly.
What is the difference between a sling and the ktan? Tried both sizes of the ktan again this am and def don't think either is right. Eta: ok I def want to sell my xs ktan. I looked at the Facebook babywearing page and am not sure how to sell it?
I was wondering how everyone did household chores while baby-wearing. I can't bend down to unload dishwasher or anything like that while wearing ergo. What is the easiest wrap to wear? I could never figure out the Moby.
Post by surfmama106 on Feb 20, 2016 12:38:08 GMT -5
Rockin' my Tula on this 55 degree day for a little walk around the neighborhood! I walked for about an hour and still felt great and super comfortable wearing my little nugget!
I was wondering how everyone did household chores while baby-wearing. I can't bend down to unload dishwasher or anything like that while wearing ergo. What is the easiest wrap to wear? I could never figure out the Moby.
I usually bend at the knees and hold the baby's head with one hand. I feel like the RS has a lot of support for chores. But obviously not the same as doing normal chores. I feel it's great for vacuuming and dusting, but dishes and laundry is more difficult but definitely doable.
What types of babywearing carriers do you have? I have a Moby and a mei tai type that I got so H would wear S
2. How often do you babywear and in what setting? With S I only wore him when we were out and he got fussy in the stroller. I've been wearing M while doing S's bedtime once a week, and I'll probably start wearing her to/from school on the bus when it warms up a bit
3. How are you feeling about babywearing in general? Problems/successes/questions/concerns? I don't think I'm doing the Moby right. For some reason I feel like I'm missing a step or something. I'm going to check the website today. If that doesn't help, I'll probably just switch to the mei tai.
Post by dizzycooks on Feb 20, 2016 21:37:15 GMT -5
NellieOleson my 2yo adores being worn. She weighs 24lbs dripping wet. I actually bought my rs for her last summer. I typically wear her in the ergo in a back carry. Basically is supports the piggyback ride she loves I have a toddler Tula I'm borrowing from a friend. I haven't tried it. Mostly I wear dd3 in my rs at the moment. I've ISD the ergo with her and it's fine, but I think she needs to get bigger.
I think I'm actually going to a baby wearing class next Saturday because I still don't feel very confident with any of my carriers. I have a baby K'tan which we've used successfully once but the other times I worry about chin tucking and the fabric keeps trying to slide over her head. I also have a Lillebaby complete SSC which per Lucies list doesn't need an infant insert but I've been too chicken to try, and then a friend gave me a baby Bjorn and an Ergo but I don't have an infant insert for either so haven't tried. I'm hoping I can figure out what wrap is best in the class and how to use safely because this momma needs some hands free time.
Post by NellieOleson on Feb 21, 2016 11:35:48 GMT -5
nikiswimr - if you have the original Bjorn it doesn't need an insert. I know it's frowned upon for being a "crotch dangler," but that is in regards to older kids in the front facing position, not little babies facing inward.
I have one and find it pretty easy to use, although it seriously kills your back after a short amount of time.
Post by tinydancer on Feb 21, 2016 12:44:15 GMT -5
I have the k'tan, which we've used successfully once. We're still working on it. I decided I think I do have the right size - it stretches out with wear and I feel better having baby tight inside it. I have a ring sling on the way and I'm in the market for a SSC. You guys are turning me on to the Tula - initially I was interested in the Lillebaby. Tell me what you think of it when you try it nikiswimr.
I'd like to be able to wear him around the house a little and eventually for walks around the neighborhood. The one time I wore him in the K'tan we had driven somewhere so we had to go back and forth between the car set and the carrier, which was a little awkward with jackets and everything. I'm not sure that the stretchy wrap is best for this setting.
I still don't think I'm getting his legs right so I just want to make sure I'm not hurting his hips. I'll try to post pics soon. Also, it takes him awhile to settle in the carrier (if he ever gets settled) - I think this is normal? Also, he's very resistant to getting his head in, but he can't hold it up on his own yet. Anyone have tips for this?
Post by NellieOleson on Feb 21, 2016 15:12:37 GMT -5
Well, a relative sent us a congrats on the new baby card yesterday, and it had a check for $100 in it! So, guess who is using it towards buying a Tula?!
Do I really need the infant insert? I think it would be great for right now, but I really don't want to get it if I'm only going to use it for three weeks or something. Thoughts on this anyone?
Well, a relative sent us a congrats on the new baby card yesterday, and it had a check for $100 in it! So, guess who is using it towards buying a Tula?!
Do I really need the infant insert? I think it would be great for right now, but I really don't want to get it if I'm only going to use it for three weeks or something. Thoughts on this anyone?
Never mind. They sell the insert on Amazon with Prime shipping and free returns. I'll just order it and check it out.
It's so hard choosing a pattern for the carrier, though!
Well, a relative sent us a congrats on the new baby card yesterday, and it had a check for $100 in it! So, guess who is using it towards buying a Tula?!
Do I really need the infant insert? I think it would be great for right now, but I really don't want to get it if I'm only going to use it for three weeks or something. Thoughts on this anyone?
Never mind. They sell the insert on Amazon with Prime shipping and free returns. I'll just order it and check it out.
It's so hard choosing a pattern for the carrier, though!
I got the insert. I was using a rolled up A+A blanket and it was ok, but after doing some reading I decided to buy it. I got it on Thursday and it definitely gives way more support then just the rolled up blanket and I felt way better about carrying him for our 1 hour walk / trip to the playground. I think it's worth it, I'm not trying to screw up DSs hips/head/neck/spine over $40 even if I only use it for a month.
Also...um yea it's so hard to decide on which pattern to pick!! Post pics we'll help you choose!!
Post by NellieOleson on Feb 21, 2016 20:52:59 GMT -5
surfmama106 Yeah, I think it's going to be worth it to get the infant insert. Having dd2 feel secure while I'm hands free dealing with dd1 is definitely worth $40.
Rockin' my Tula on this 55 degree day for a little walk around the neighborhood! I walked for about an hour and still felt great and super comfortable wearing my little nugget!
Post by tinydancer on Feb 22, 2016 10:57:05 GMT -5
Does anyone do a cradle carry in a ring sling or k'tan? I feel like M would like to be carried that way but I'd be paranoid about keeping his chin off chest.
Post by tinydancer on Feb 22, 2016 15:48:19 GMT -5
Baby took to both carriers today! Here we are in our (inside out) K'tan, legs out carry. This feels very secure and comfy for me. But baby is very resistant to putting his head in the wrap for support so I worry it doesn't provide enough neck support for now?
Btw, I decided to keep the XS because it does stretch with wear.
Here's our new ring sling. Baby loved this - didn't fuss at all getting in and went right to sleep. Is it ok that his body goes sort of sideways? Also, the bottom rail did go knee to knee but it felt like it could have been higher still. It wasn't as high as his diaper in the front.
Here's a bonus shot of baby with dad, attempting to use the tail as a pillow.
Post by dizzycooks on Feb 22, 2016 20:54:34 GMT -5
tinydancer i think you might need to tighten the Es through the middle more. Also, pull his legs up and thread the fabric under his knees as you don't. It should force them up more. My dad goes a bit sideways too, but this helps. It gets better when they can sit up in their own, right now they need to be totally supported to stay up
Post by surfmama106 on Feb 24, 2016 7:55:49 GMT -5
Sparkly talk to me about your woven wraps? I thought I didn't need one but of course I've been trolling allllll the sites and now I'm thinking I may want/need just one haha
Sparkly talk to me about your woven wraps? I thought I didn't need one but of course I've been trolling allllll the sites and now I'm thinking I may want/need just one haha
I don't know that much, I'm still pretty new to wovens. I think it has the biggest learning curve of any type of babywearing, but the most versatility and long term potential.
I have a Girasol, a few Pavos, and a Kindred wrap. I have a few different sizes too, for different carries (most of which I cannot do well/if at all because my toddler never really let me wrap her much and I stopped trying mid-pregnancy). To start out, you probably want to get your base size (usually a 6, but may be a 5 or 7), and start basic with a front wrap cross carry, then move on from there.
I have used these two sites to learn most of what I know:
Another good thing to do is to look for w local babywearing group. They hopefully have meetings you can attend and learn from people there. They may also have a lending library so you can try different wraps or carriers before committing to something specific.
My first wrap was a Pavo, but I was recommended to get a Girasol because hey are relatively easy to acquire, on the less expensive side, and the rainbows make learning easier because you can easily identify top and bottom rails. That said, my favorite wrap ATM is my Kindred wrap. I have one of their cotton/tencel blends. It's very soft and has good give. I'm finding it easier to tighten and adjust than the all cotton Pavo I'm also been trying with DD2.
Anyway, I'm definitely no expert so take this all with a grain of salt!
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