Need New Baby Sling for My 7Month Old

I would also recommend the ergo baby carrier because it can be used in the front, the back, the side and up to about 5 years old! I love mine for my 4-month-old. We started out using the infant insert and now he is big enough to use it without anything. He love being close to me and it is comfortable for me and my husband. It is also created so that the baby's hips are supported, unlike the Baby Bjorn. They basically are in a sitting position instead of just hanging there. Also it is designed by a mom from Hawaii, which is also where they are made. They are made out of cotton (organic available too) and there are also attachments that you can buy. I love the backpack. It's the perfect size for a diaper bag and it attaches to the carrier so you truly can be hands free.
www.ergobabycarrier.com

I really liked my "hotslings" sling for both tiny baby and then hip-carrying. They have a website - hotslings.com. But I also recommend the Ergo carrier; I haven't used it for hip carry but use it for both front and back. My daughter is almost 2 1/2 and I still use it a lot.
- S.

So many brands are great, but Maya Wrap LP (lightly padded) seems to be almost universally loved and isn't that expensive. You can find them at www.mayawrap.com. Good luck!

i like my maya wrap, but its all ive ever used so i cant compare. its great for nursing. its awesome when its all set, extremely secure and comfortable, but sometimes it takes a little adjusting which i dont like doing standing in a parking lot. its great for around the house or for a long stretch of time at once, but i might look for a different one for errands...

Hi,
I have one made by SlingEzee (slingezee.com) and we're very happy with it (both me and the baby). I haven't realy ever used any other sling so I don't realy have anythng to compare to, but this was pretty easy to use for a first time user and I'd recomend it.

get an ERGO!!!!! it is awesome and my baby loves it!!! you can use it front, side and back and switch between them very easily! it also holds the baby in a sitting position facing your body which is the most natural position for them. So it will promote healthy hip growth by Not hanging them from their groin area like the bjorn does. :)

it can carry up to 40 lbs, so you can use it with your other child too. and it's easy to put on and use by yourself. my husband has even used it since it's not too girly :)
we got the camel carrier with the camel inside. it folds up really nice and it's all fabric so there's no metal or awkward feeling. what can i say--we just LOVE it!!!

totally worth it. you can get one in-store at the birth boutique in denville. at the store they will show you how to use it too. there is also an extension for the waist if you're a little larger size -- like me! :)~

http://ergobabycarrier.com/

-L.

www.designsbyleanne.com

the ergo baby carrier hands down!! we used it until our little one was walking (and he could have fit into it after that but he wouldn't tolerate being held once he could use his feet). it's the best carrier on the market for your body, has great back support, and baby sits in their like a frog so his weight is distributed all over his butt and thighs (unlike the born which holds the baby in a parachute-like hang so all the weight is on their spine). and it can be worn on the front, back or side. i nursed my son in their all the time (from front position), i just adjusted the straps so that he sat lower on my hips. it was great.

hi! mine are 3 and 7 months. I still use the Ergo for my 30+lb son and will with my daughter too. For now, since its cold out I carry her in a Kangaroo pouch from KangarooKorner.com. I luv luv luv the easy of both but if you like frontal or side carrying the pouch rocks. For all other stuff, the Ergo is the way to go-- definatly worth the money. Funny visual-- One day my son fell asleep and I couldn't use the stroller bc of stairs. So, I put him in the Ergo on my back, while asleep (you'll get good at it too!) and put the kangaroo carrier over my arm and carried the baby in my front. It was a little rough going up the stairs but,it worked great and NO BACK ACHE!

I HIGHLY recommend the lightly padded shoulder maya wrap ring sling for carrying on your hip (or cradle hold for naps). My favorite. good luck!

H.

If you are in NJ, search out ACORN in Maplewood. Amy sells some ...and you can try them!

I'm not sure what area you are in, but if you are in WNY, you could go to HomeGrown Baby in Kenmore. They have many different slings and you can try them before you buy them. That way you get a feel for which ones you like. Their number is 877-BABY. Hope that helps! I have a Maya wrap and a Moby wrap and love them both.

I recently purchased the Ergo Baby carrier for my now 8 month old. It is awesome!!!! I can't say enough good things about it! It is a little tricky to get on at first but once you do it a few times it is great. You can also use it with your older child, my daughter is almost 2 1/2 and I use it with her with the back position. Really it is great and the only baby carrier you will ever need! It also comes with an instructional dvd (very helpful). I recommend purchasing it from www.myfavoritebabycarrier.com as the site is run by a stay at home mom and the customer service is excellent. They also offer some used carriers at a reduced price. Good luck!

Maya's Wrap makes wraps to carry on the hip and for nursing.

I loved the Bjorn

I could use it for the longest time. It has double clips for added extra safe hold. Also if she fell asleep you can unhook it and not have to wake them up. It is very comfortable.

I have also heard the maya slings are good as well-however they are just as expensive. I am not sure about the safe part.

If I bought another one-I might consider one that would let you convert to a hip sling/piggy back ride. The one the lady said-I would look into that one.

The Bjorn is good until 35-45 lbs. but will not convert to hip holding/piggy back ride.