I'm rather petite and am having trouble finding one that fits. I tried a wrap type one, and one by infantino. The wrap one is way too complicated and is in a stretchy fabric that after 5 minutes it's too stretched out to hold the baby. The infantino one would be good, but even with the straps in the smallest position my baby is still too far from my body.
I'm just interested in forward facing and tummy facing, not a cradle / nursing type position.
2006-12-20 10:38:14 · 12 answers · asked by Mommy...LT 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Check out the Ergo Baby Carrier. It's a soft structured carrier, very similar to the Bjorn in appearance, but it can be used as a backpack carrier, a front carrier (facing in AND facing out-- though in any carrier, facing out puts more strain on YOUR back), hip carries, etc. I am not sure how well it will work for a petite momma, I am 5'4" and love it. I can and do use it with my almost 4 year old, and with my 1 year old very comfortable. They are also man-friendly because they aren't girly prints. www.ergobabycarrier.com
If you like the style of the infantino, there are two options... a ring sling, which is adjustable, and a pouch, which is sized to fit you. Both are fairly easy to make if you have a sewing machine, but if not, you can buy one. I like to shop at www.attachedtobaby.com, they carry every type of carrier out there, though not every brand, or every style within a brand (so be sure to do a search if you like a particular style, but want to see if they have different fabric choices). My favorite ring sling is www.rockinbabysling. com, my favorite pouches are www.goo-ga.com or www.hotsling.com. These are great for smaller babies, or quick trips with an older baby/toddler.
Sounds to me like you tried the Ultimate Baby Wrap? That's a VERY stretchy wrap, and really isn't a good determination of how you'd like other wraps, particularly german woven wraps. If you liked the style and general feel of the wrap, look in the woven wrap section at attached to baby. These are my favorite carriers, my preference is for Didymos. They are versatile (tons of positions to use), and superior in comfort to just about anything, but they are hard to learn to use.
Another option is a Mei Tai carrier. Very pretty, very easy to use, very versatile. My favorite brand is www.babyhawk.com or www.meitaibaby.com.
2006-12-20 15:26:03 · answer #1 · answered by Jen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not recommend a Baby Bjorn, especially if you have a boy. It has been proven that the very narrow part of the fabric the infant "sits" on can put too much of a load on their spine. I have a Baby Bjorn and used it for my first son, but won't use it for my 2nd infant son. I would highly recommend a Mei Tai (MT) carrier, also called an Asian Baby Carrier. There are a multitude of styles and manufacturers out there, and the beauty of this carrier is that the baby can also be worn on the back. I love carrying my babies, and want to do so for as long as possible, and this style is the one I have found to be the most comfortable.
2006-12-20 11:47:07 · answer #2 · answered by albertandjen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would strongly recommend the Baby Bjorn. It's a bit more than other carriers but is very worth it. It is very comfortable for mommy and baby and can be used from when the baby is eight pounds (tummy facing) until the baby is 25 pounds (forward facing). I'm also petite and was having a hard time finding something comfortable. My two kids practically "lived" in the Bjorn while I shopped, cooked, went on walks, vacuumed, you name it, we did it...together!
Bjorns are always being advertised on craigslist.org and ebay. Good luck!
2006-12-20 11:10:02 · answer #3 · answered by curious 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i will actual get one once you've an older toddler. i'd recommend determining on up some diverse ones at a consignment save so that you may test diverse sorts with out spending a fortune. Then in case you want you'll get a clean between the kind you want superb. I were given somewhat one Bjorn for $18 and a ring sling for $10 at a consignment save and that i'm so satisfied i did not purchase a clean sling ($50+) because my toddler hates it. With my 2 older ones utilizing the service is the basically way i will bypass grocery buying with all 3.
2016-12-01 00:37:52 · answer #4 · answered by minogue 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mamas & Papas “Comfort” Baby Carrier! Natural way to carry your baby. Comfort baby carrier is 100% natural cotton and has the the soft natural feeling of a sling or wrap, but the structure, support and ease of use like a a baby carrier. A unique hybrid giving you and your baby the best of both worlds. Having your baby close to your body lets them hear your heartbeat and smell your scent reassuring and comforting baby and encouraging the bond between parents and baby while they feel safe and secure. Also as baby is upright in a carrier they help ease discomfort for babies with colic, reflux or wind, and facing forward as they grow is stimulating as they see their new world ahead of them. Another huge benefit for you is you can be hands free in your day to day life and have baby with you at all times – indoor and outdoor.
2014-02-10 15:03:16 · answer #5 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you seen the Baby Bjorn carriers? They can be forward and tummy facing. We have the original carrier in city black and love it. It was expensive but well worth the price.
2006-12-20 10:46:28 · answer #6 · answered by wmmccloud 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Select baby carriers and baby slings from around the world. Discover the advantages and disadvantages of front carriers, slings, and wraps so you can choose the best one for your family.
2014-07-12 00:15:38 · answer #7 · answered by mammas 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
May I suggest making your own? Before you write this option off to crazy talk-there are some no sew options. http://www.wearyourbaby.com/
Here are some carrys I use with $5 worth of fabric I bought on clearence at Walmart--I bought 5 yards of fabric, cut it it different siz pieces and have MANY more options for carrying my baby than any $100 carrier can offer!! You can also use scarfs,curtuans, sheets and tablecloths and such!
http://www.wearyourbaby.com/Default.aspx?tabid=193
the Front Wrap Cross Tie On First http://www.wearyourbaby.com/StartHere/ByTypeofCarrier/Wraps/FrontWrapCross/tabid/180/Default.aspx
http://www.wearyourbaby.com/Default.aspx?tabid=184
http://www.wearyourbaby.com/Default.aspx?tabid=186
2006-12-20 11:20:51 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jeep makes a great carrier. My wife and I have an 8 week old, and we use it all the time, and is very easy to use.
2006-12-20 12:47:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a look at www.slingstation.com
I used a maya wrap with my youngest and loved it. It's a ring sling made out of a nonstretch cotton. www.mayawrap.com
2006-12-20 11:52:28 · answer #10 · answered by C K Platypus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋