Comments on: Help Carrie Get a New Sling! Win Stuff! http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/ Natural Motherhood, Breastfeeding, Baby Wearing and Green Living. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:12:50 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 By: Misha Johnson http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-70250 Misha Johnson Thu, 13 May 2010 21:54:55 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-70250 I also found some great slings at http://www.modmum.com I also found some great slings at http://www.modmum.com

]]> By: carrie http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-14099 carrie Fri, 15 Feb 2008 00:36:45 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-14099 Ok ladies the winner has been announced! Go here: http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/this-weeks-contest-winners/ Ok ladies the winner has been announced! Go here: http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/this-weeks-contest-winners/

]]> By: Elissa http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13995 Elissa Tue, 12 Feb 2008 23:48:45 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13995 Carrie. We too had this dilemma, a growing toddler getting too heavy for the HotSling and the Hug-A-Bub. So what did we do? Spent ages researching on the internet to try and find something that was comfy, easy to put on and could carry our daughter's weight without being too ridged. The result was the Sutemi www.sutemigear.com It has a side-carry, front carry and more importantly an easy back-carry. Took no time to put on and it was stiff enough to take our daughter's weight. It was comfortable with nice wide shoulder straps that didn't dig and a handy head support for when she was napping. We tried other similar carriers such as the ergo, but the shoulder straps were no better for us than a baby bjorn. Good luck choosing ; ) Carrie. We too had this dilemma, a growing toddler getting too heavy for the HotSling and the Hug-A-Bub.
So what did we do? Spent ages researching on the internet to try and find something that was comfy,
easy to put on and could carry our daughter’s weight without being too ridged. The result was the Sutemi
http://www.sutemigear.com It has a side-carry, front carry and more importantly an easy back-carry. Took no
time to put on and it was stiff enough to take our daughter’s weight. It was comfortable with nice wide
shoulder straps that didn’t dig and a handy head support for when she was napping. We tried other similar carriers
such as the ergo, but the shoulder straps were no better for us than a baby bjorn. Good luck choosing ; )

]]> By: Michelle http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13817 Michelle Sun, 10 Feb 2008 04:51:58 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13817 Hi there .I used the<a href="http://www.jamtots.com/JellyBean-Carrier-C419.aspx" rel="nofollow"> Jelly bean sling</a>and loved it..so did dd :) I know a little girlie girl who'd love the baby sling for her beloved dolly Ariel..Thanks Hi there .I used the Jelly bean slingand loved it..so did dd :) I know a little girlie girl who’d love the baby sling for her beloved dolly Ariel..Thanks

]]> By: Nell Taliercio http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13755 Nell Taliercio Sat, 09 Feb 2008 05:16:54 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13755 http://www.mamakanga.com/babycarriers_18/soft-structured-carriers.htm here's another one I want to buy but haven't had the funds for yet. I don't have personal experience with it but thought you might like to check it out. here's where i found it http://www.adventuresinbabywearing.com/2007/11/babywearing-tip-of-week-buckle-up-with.html http://www.mamakanga.com/babycarriers_18/soft-structured-carriers.htm here’s another one I want to buy but haven’t had the funds for yet. I don’t have personal experience with it but thought you might like to check it out. here’s where i found it http://www.adventuresinbabywearing.com/2007/11/babywearing-tip-of-week-buckle-up-with.html

]]> By: Nell Taliercio http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13754 Nell Taliercio Sat, 09 Feb 2008 05:14:18 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13754 My FAV of all time is this one http://www.all-natural-mommies.com/podonbutai.html --- i really like my wrap from metro mama too but this one from all natural mommies is the best for my big boys! Here's a picture or two of me with the boys http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a241/nelltaliercio/august31009.jpg http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a241/nelltaliercio/august31018.jpg you'd probably have to email her for the designs and colors. My FAV of all time is this one http://www.all-natural-mommies.com/podonbutai.html — i really like my wrap from metro mama too but this one from all natural mommies is the best for my big boys! Here’s a picture or two of me with the boys http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a241/nelltaliercio/august31009.jpg http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a241/nelltaliercio/august31018.jpg you’d probably have to email her for the designs and colors.

]]> By: Liz http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13706 Liz Fri, 08 Feb 2008 18:21:04 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13706 I love my Ergo! My son is 12 months and 23 pounds, this carrier is the only one that doesn't hurt my back! I love my Ergo! My son is 12 months and 23 pounds, this carrier is the only one that doesn’t hurt my back!

]]> By: Kerry http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13685 Kerry Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:55:29 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13685 Hi Carrie! I'm Kerry :) My absolutely fav sling is from zolowear. Their fabrics have a bit of spandex in them and it really makes them uber comfy. Good luck! Hi Carrie! I’m Kerry :) My absolutely fav sling is from zolowear. Their fabrics have a bit of spandex in them and it really makes them uber comfy. Good luck!

]]> By: Leah http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13684 Leah Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:21:13 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13684 Hi Carrie, I really love the new BabyKTan. You can buy them from www.babyktan.com or www.mom4life.com The thing I love most is the versatility of it. Especially for those that like the idea of a moby type wrap but don't want all the material dragging on the ground etc. Hi Carrie, I really love the new BabyKTan. You can buy them from http://www.babyktan.com or http://www.mom4life.com
The thing I love most is the versatility of it. Especially for those that like the idea of a moby type wrap but don’t want all the material dragging on the ground etc.

]]> By: Janine http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13681 Janine Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:26:56 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13681 Oh, forgot to post this site: www.theslingstation.com Great place to give you the ins and outs of lots of kinds of carriers-- I know you are hoping to find your answer through your fellow mommy readers but just in case you wanna do some independent research. Oh, forgot to post this site: http://www.theslingstation.com

Great place to give you the ins and outs of lots of kinds of carriers– I know you are hoping to find your answer through your fellow mommy readers but just in case you wanna do some independent research.

]]> By: Amanda http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13680 Amanda Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:26:04 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13680 Hmm, I agree with Cindy that the Babyhawk is great. For older kids I really love my Beco too. I think the support it offers is great. It functions pretty much the same as an Ergo, but Becos have much cuter fabrics ;) And then if you decide that you want another ring sling, then I can't recommend Eesti slings highly enough ((http://eestislings.com/) I have a silk and a cotton sling from her, and they are beautiful and a million times more comfortable than the other ring slings I've owned. Her shoulder design is fantastic. She also makes gorgeous pouches, if you're looking for something more like a hotsling. :) Hmm, I agree with Cindy that the Babyhawk is great. For older kids I really love my Beco too. I think the support it offers is great. It functions pretty much the same as an Ergo, but Becos have much cuter fabrics ;)

And then if you decide that you want another ring sling, then I can’t recommend Eesti slings highly enough ((http://eestislings.com/) I have a silk and a cotton sling from her, and they are beautiful and a million times more comfortable than the other ring slings I’ve owned. Her shoulder design is fantastic. She also makes gorgeous pouches, if you’re looking for something more like a hotsling. :)

]]> By: Janine http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13679 Janine Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:24:09 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13679 sorry about the book-- but I warned ya. :) sorry about the book– but I warned ya. :)

]]> By: Janine http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13678 Janine Thu, 07 Feb 2008 20:23:49 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13678 Hey Carrie! Oh my, what a question to ask me... I LOVE LOVE LOVE SLINGS (and use them EVERY DAY)! Even with my almost 2-yr-old busy toddler-- great for that out-and-about nursing snack, comfort when she falls, keeping nosey/germy others at a distance, quiet time at church, cooking, shopping, waiting in line, (I've even been able to go to the restroom with baby by myself in a public place) and just for fun-- we take at least 1 walk a week while slingin'. Note- I HATE tails too-- that's 1 of the many reasons the 1st one I mention is my absolute FAVORITE! I really love my hotsling for on the go (especially infant use) and they are oh so cute! I also really like that this sling has a little bit of stretch (kinda the same thing stretchy jeans do for ya)-- hides the bulk but moves with you, ykwim? :-) I also love love love their water sling-- great for those hot days (breathes) and also any time really, very lightweight (fits in my purse- no problem). www.hotslings.com My ergo was amazing when we spent a week in Arizona hiking, shopping, in airports, etc. etc. (love love love the matching backpack that attaches to the carrier or goes on me!). This is a little more for a hard-core baby carrier-- its very functional, comfortable, and not as pretty as pouch slings, etc.) although, I agree with another poster-- the babyhawk is similar to an ergo only pretty-- though I don't think it would be as sturdy as the clips on an Ergo). Oh ya, and it was priceless when I spent 3 days in DC walking, walking, and oh ya, did I mention walking during the March for Life last year-- everyone thought I was crazy but the Ergo is the ONLY sling I could have trekked that far in with a 6 month old, my necessities (again, the backpack), and my souvenirs. www.ergobabycarrier.com My Momma's Milk is great for those elegant gatherings (hidden ability to adjust with velcro) and it comes with a nice little wipes holder you can slip in the sling with baby. www.mammasmilk.com My homemade ring sling is great for around the house (the baby that fights nap time, I lean them down so they are in a makeshift swing and then sway...) but I don't like that I have to keep readjusting for comfort. I hear ya on the raw skin, sore back/shoulder-- not good! Ring slings are NOT my favorite- but there again, exactly why I LOVE my hotsling; the fabric is stretchy and plentiful so you can stretch it over your shoulder and back to get the weight distributed where it needs to be! :) My kangaroo korner fleece sling (with snappy adjustable buttons) is great this winter and even in the cooler summer evenings-- I think it's my daughter's favorite-- I only wish I could crawl in and nap sometimes. :-) **I want to note that I haven't worn through any of my slings and I don't intend to-- they are all very well made and especially the kangaroo korner adjustable fleece one-- NO way it could tear. **I've never tried a wrap sling so keep us updated on those... what's the best one to start off with?! :) Cuz I'm expecting #2 and I'm sure I can finagle 1 or 2 more slings into my closet. As you can tell, I'm all about ease of use, versatility, and comfort so maybe that's why I haven't tried a wrap-- seems too "locked in" when a kid starts crying or something... but I love to be proven wrong. :) Oh, I was just thinking I need to get my daughter (future, son) a child sling-- would love to win! She's always trying to multi-task (nurse, watch little people, and eat breakfast) this would make her life a lot easier... haha! :) GOOD LUCK-- hope you find what you and your toddler are looking for. ~Janine (KS) Hey Carrie!
Oh my, what a question to ask me… I LOVE LOVE LOVE SLINGS (and use them EVERY DAY)! Even with my almost 2-yr-old busy toddler– great for that out-and-about nursing snack, comfort when she falls, keeping nosey/germy others at a distance, quiet time at church, cooking, shopping, waiting in line, (I’ve even been able to go to the restroom with baby by myself in a public place) and just for fun– we take at least 1 walk a week while slingin’. Note- I HATE tails too– that’s 1 of the many reasons the 1st one I mention is my absolute FAVORITE!

I really love my hotsling for on the go (especially infant use) and they are oh so cute! I also really like that this sling has a little bit of stretch (kinda the same thing stretchy jeans do for ya)– hides the bulk but moves with you, ykwim? :-) I also love love love their water sling– great for those hot days (breathes) and also any time really, very lightweight (fits in my purse- no problem). http://www.hotslings.com

My ergo was amazing when we spent a week in Arizona hiking, shopping, in airports, etc. etc. (love love love the matching backpack that attaches to the carrier or goes on me!). This is a little more for a hard-core baby carrier– its very functional, comfortable, and not as pretty as pouch slings, etc.) although, I agree with another poster– the babyhawk is similar to an ergo only pretty– though I don’t think it would be as sturdy as the clips on an Ergo). Oh ya, and it was priceless when I spent 3 days in DC walking, walking, and oh ya, did I mention walking during the March for Life last year– everyone thought I was crazy but the Ergo is the ONLY sling I could have trekked that far in with a 6 month old, my necessities (again, the backpack), and my souvenirs. http://www.ergobabycarrier.com

My Momma’s Milk is great for those elegant gatherings (hidden ability to adjust with velcro) and it comes with a nice little wipes holder you can slip in the sling with baby.
http://www.mammasmilk.com

My homemade ring sling is great for around the house (the baby that fights nap time, I lean them down so they are in a makeshift swing and then sway…) but I don’t like that I have to keep readjusting for comfort. I hear ya on the raw skin, sore back/shoulder– not good!
Ring slings are NOT my favorite- but there again, exactly why I LOVE my hotsling; the fabric is stretchy and plentiful so you can stretch it over your shoulder and back to get the weight distributed where it needs to be! :)

My kangaroo korner fleece sling (with snappy adjustable buttons) is great this winter and even in the cooler summer evenings– I think it’s my daughter’s favorite– I only wish I could crawl in and nap sometimes. :-)

**I want to note that I haven’t worn through any of my slings and I don’t intend to– they are all very well made and especially the kangaroo korner adjustable fleece one– NO way it could tear.
**I’ve never tried a wrap sling so keep us updated on those… what’s the best one to start off with?! :) Cuz I’m expecting #2 and I’m sure I can finagle 1 or 2 more slings into my closet.

As you can tell, I’m all about ease of use, versatility, and comfort so maybe that’s why I haven’t tried a wrap– seems too “locked in” when a kid starts crying or something… but I love to be proven wrong. :)

Oh, I was just thinking I need to get my daughter (future, son) a child sling– would love to win! She’s always trying to multi-task (nurse, watch little people, and eat breakfast) this would make her life a lot easier… haha! :)

GOOD LUCK– hope you find what you and your toddler are looking for.
~Janine (KS)

]]> By: Lisa http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13677 Lisa Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:35:00 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13677 Hi Carrie, I used Premaxx's Baby Bag with both of my children and they loved it. It was especially helpful when my son was 3 1/2 and we travelled out of the country. I wasn't going to bring it with, since we didn't use it much because of his age and size, but threw it in my bag at the last minute. I don't know what I would have done without it on that trip! Standing in lines at the airport, customs, handling luggage, etc., it was ideal for ease of travel and for helping my little one feel secure with all the big changes. Good luck to you! http://www.premaxx.com/en/products/baby-bag/index.aspx Hi Carrie,

I used Premaxx’s Baby Bag with both of my children and they loved it. It was especially helpful when my son was 3 1/2 and we travelled out of the country. I wasn’t going to bring it with, since we didn’t use it much because of his age and size, but threw it in my bag at the last minute. I don’t know what I would have done without it on that trip! Standing in lines at the airport, customs, handling luggage, etc., it was ideal for ease of travel and for helping my little one feel secure with all the big changes. Good luck to you! http://www.premaxx.com/en/products/baby-bag/index.aspx

]]> By: Lisa http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13676 Lisa Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:22:26 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13676 http://www.premaxx.com/en/products/baby-bag/index.aspx http://www.premaxx.com/en/products/baby-bag/index.aspx

]]> By: Kirsten http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13675 Kirsten Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:13:11 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13675 HI CARRIE I PERSONALLY LOVE THE SUPER FAST AND EASY HOTSLING!! IT HAS WORKED SO WELL FOR MYSELF AND MY BABY. ALTHOUGH I HAVE ENJOYED THIS POUCH SLING. I AM DUE TO HAVE OUR 5TH BABY AND I THINK I AM GOING TO TRY THE MOBY WRAP. YOU MIGHT WANT TO GIVE IT A TRY TOO. WELL WHATEVER SLING YOU CHOOSE HAPPY SHOPPING!! CONGRATS ON YOUR BABY! HI CARRIE

I PERSONALLY LOVE THE SUPER FAST AND EASY HOTSLING!! IT HAS WORKED SO WELL FOR MYSELF AND
MY BABY.
ALTHOUGH I HAVE ENJOYED THIS POUCH SLING. I AM DUE TO HAVE OUR 5TH BABY AND I THINK I AM GOING TO TRY THE MOBY WRAP. YOU MIGHT WANT TO GIVE IT A TRY TOO.
WELL WHATEVER SLING YOU CHOOSE HAPPY SHOPPING!!
CONGRATS ON YOUR BABY!

]]> By: Cindy http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13674 Cindy Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:45:26 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13674 I have several slings, and the one I love the most is a mei-tai by <a href="http://www.babyhawk.com" rel="nofollow">BabyHawk</a>. It distributes the weight evenly and is nicely padded, and they'll make one custom in the color and fabric you choose. There are 4 "tails," but if you're petite, you can tie them all in the back so they're not in your way. I hope whatever you choose works out for you! I have several slings, and the one I love the most is a mei-tai by BabyHawk. It distributes the weight evenly and is nicely padded, and they’ll make one custom in the color and fabric you choose. There are 4 “tails,” but if you’re petite, you can tie them all in the back so they’re not in your way.

I hope whatever you choose works out for you!

]]> By: Becky Van Note http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13673 Becky Van Note Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:07:12 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13673 Hi Carrie, My FAVORITE sling is this: www.blueberriest.com Custom made for your size, really cute fabrics and they all have a little spandex with cotton, so they have some stretch. It was by far my favorite of any sling or carrier I used. :) Becky Hi Carrie,
My FAVORITE sling is this: http://www.blueberriest.com Custom made for your size, really cute fabrics and they all have a little spandex with cotton, so they have some stretch. It was by far my favorite of any sling or carrier I used. :)

Becky

]]> By: Jenn http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13672 Jenn Thu, 07 Feb 2008 17:58:59 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13672 I would be happy to make you one! :D I would be happy to make you one! :D

]]> By: carrie http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13671 carrie Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:24:34 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13671 Great point Marcie! My 9 y.o. son likes to wear his baby sister in my sling. And my boys have pretended to nurse their dolls, but that ended when they were toddlers. I'll never forget seeing my 2 year old son nurse his plastic dinosaur. LOL! Great point Marcie!

My 9 y.o. son likes to wear his baby sister in my sling. And my boys have pretended to nurse their dolls, but that ended when they were toddlers. I’ll never forget seeing my 2 year old son nurse his plastic dinosaur. LOL!

]]> By: Marcie Macari http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13670 Marcie Macari Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:21:13 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13670 PS: And babydoll slings aren't just for little girls! Boys benefit from learning nurturing behaviors too.:) My 2.5 yr old boy wears his dolls in my padded podegi, which basically makes him look like he's wearing an oriental dress of some sort...but he's quite happy doing it, and he'd love a doll sling;).... PS: And babydoll slings aren’t just for little girls! Boys benefit from learning nurturing behaviors too.:) My 2.5 yr old boy wears his dolls in my padded podegi, which basically makes him look like he’s wearing an oriental dress of some sort…but he’s quite happy doing it, and he’d love a doll sling;)….

]]> By: Marcie Macari http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/carrie-new-sling/comment-page-1/#comment-13669 Marcie Macari Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:18:44 +0000 http://naturalmomstalkradio.com/blog/help-carrie-get-a-new-sling-win-stuff/#comment-13669 Carrie, I've been so busy-I'm sorry I haven't posted in awhile. Here are 2 suggestions: Hug a Bub: Very versatile, and was my favorite new-baby sling. (http://www.hugabub.com/ ) and I LOVE Chameleon Carriers-it's such a wonderful concept, and you can basically change the whole look of the sling to match your mood! (Hence the name;) ) (http://www.chameleoncarriers.com/ ) Good luck finding the best sling! Marcie Carrie,

I’ve been so busy-I’m sorry I haven’t posted in awhile.

Here are 2 suggestions:

Hug a Bub: Very versatile, and was my favorite new-baby sling. (http://www.hugabub.com/ ) and

I LOVE Chameleon Carriers-it’s such a wonderful concept, and you can basically change the whole look of the sling to match your mood! (Hence the name;) )
(http://www.chameleoncarriers.com/ )

Good luck finding the best sling!

Marcie

]]>