https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 07 May 2026 21:16:35 +0000 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:31:10 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=33101 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1009263&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1009263 Author: HippyMama
Subject: 33101
Posted: 28 April 2010 at 9:31am

I didn't get my first proper carrier for DD1 until she was 20 months old (she is now almost 4yo), which was an Ergo, and it worked wonderfully well for us on an overseas trip for a month - it was definitely easier to take places than a buggy!

However since then I have sold my Ergo in favour of a Manduca, as it works better for me and DD2 - and also has a couple of extra options that the Ergo didn't have (extendable panel, more comfortable sleeping hood, etc).

I would definitely recommend seeing if you can find one to try on first (of a couple different brands), you could also look out for the Beco or the Patapum Toddler.

I think SSC's (Soft Structured Carrier) are very very popular at the moment for ease of use, but there are also lots of other options too - have a look at the Slingbabies website for a rundown on what's what: Slingbabies!

Some styles can look intimidating, but like Mamma2N I'm also a woven wrap fan - they are nice and sturdy, and oh so pretty! Mei Tai's are also a good option, and all of the aforementioned carriers can be worn front or back.]]> Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:31:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1009263&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1009263 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1008005&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1008005 Author: Babe
Subject: 33101
Posted: 27 April 2010 at 8:38am

Moby wrap works for us - DP can carry Jake in it on his back super-comfortably and hes almost 3 and weighs close to 20kg.

I second the sling meets - trying them out helps heaps!]]> Tue, 27 Apr 2010 08:38:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1008005&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1008005 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007829&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007829 Author: Mamma2N
Subject: 33101
Posted: 26 April 2010 at 9:16pm

Definetly not too late!

DD is 13mths and about 11.5kgs. We use a Beco (soft-structured carrier like an Ergo) which both DH and I use, mainly back-carries now as I don't find the front-carry as comfortable since she's gotten so big.

We have recently got a Storchenweige wrap which I using! I back-carry her every afternoon to get her off to sleep and now use this more often for out and about. It's super comfy.

Definetly go along to the Welly meet-up. You'll be able to try lots of different carriers and see what you and your wee girl like. ]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:16:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007829&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007829 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007746&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007746 Author: rachelsea
Subject: 33101
Posted: 26 April 2010 at 8:24pm

Yeah there's a sling meet every fortnight (I think), I haven't been to one yet but want to get around to it sometime! it's in the Mums meet up section somewhere (and they have a facebook group but I haven't found that yet either!)
I loved our Moby wrap but Chelsea won't stay in it anymore she just twists and turns and tries to escape! she will stay in the frontpack tho when DH has her in that... ]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:24:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007746&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007746 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007712&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007712 Author: Guests
Subject: 33101
Posted: 26 April 2010 at 7:58pm

If I was you I'd got to a sling meet. I think there is one on in Wellington, try a few out and see how you go from there.

Eta

Wellington Baby Wearing meetup Friday 7 May @ 10am,in the Petone Library Meeting Room.

Edited by misscheeky]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:58:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007712&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007712 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007690&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007690 Author: _SMS_
Subject: 33101
Posted: 26 April 2010 at 7:44pm

i have been thinking about getting one for Taylah (15 months) she weights 10kg.

Is this age to late to start using one? do you think she would stay in it.

Ive been thinking of getting an Ergo one, what other ones can people recommend.

Thanks]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2010 19:44:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=33101&PID=1007690&title=opinions-on-slings-etc#1007690