Baby carrier

bulktrans

I have a 2 month old daughter and I was planning to buy a baby carrier.

I did a quick search on Amazon and there were loads of them .. could experienced mums please help me decide which one is decent.

I am 5feet3inch and have slight back pain (after pregnancy) so looking for one that doesn't strain my back too much ..

thanks in advance

Kayalana99

I asked about this on the Pregnacy fourm a couple days ago, basicly got told that strechy slings are the best for baby and most comfortable, and to avoid actal carriers as they are really bad positioning for baby as all the pressure is in the crotch area and they need to be kept in the frog postion really.

Couldnt comment on back problems as I havn't actally used either! :-)

Gillyx

I'm not sure where in the country you are but more than likely there will be a sling library near you. I'd say go along and try them out, as what works for one mum, may not work for you and vice versa. Most libraries allow you to rent the slings/carriers for a period of 2-4 weeks which would give you a proper idea if you like it or not and it's usually very reasonable.

Not all carriers are bad for baby, mostly the high street carriers like Baby Bjorn if worn for long periods of time. Many carriers such as Ergo, ABC (Action Baby Carrier), Madame Goo Goo, Connecta are designed perfectly and keep baby in the optimum position.

But I certainly would go along and try a few before parting with the cash, the ladies are very friendly x

Kayalana99

I am interested in this renting one to try (Got 12 weeks to go yet though) but have no idea how I would even go about finding a sling library

Gillyx

I typed Sling Library in google and this page came up?

dizziblonde

Wouldn't go for a stretchy - you're not likely to get more than a couple of month's use out of it now before it becomes uncomfortable.

Be careful buying from Amazon/Ebay - Ergos in particular are having a fake problem on there. I used to use a connecta a lot - not so much nowadays.

Kayalana99

Sorry hjacking the thread :-)

Has anyone got one they partilarly recommed that they've used? Im going to have a 14month gap between mine and although I have a double pram its not going to be pratical in alot of situations so a sling/carrier is going to be so much easier.

I had alook at that list and nearest ones probally about 60min drive...

Gillyx

I have used a Madame Goo Goo recently and loved it, that being said I still wouldn't say go buy one, it's a lot of cash to spend if it doesn't suit or you find it uncomfortable. It would be worth the drive I'd say to go see, they also give you a good idea of how to get it on/off and they can advise on positioning of baby etc

iwannabeonthebeach

I've used a Boba and loved it

iwannabeonthebeach

this is useful info
http://www.hipdysplasia.org/Developmental-Dysplasia-Of-The-Hip/Prevention/Baby-Carriers-Seats-and-Other-Equipment/

Kayalana99

Thank you guys, really helpful posts :-)