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slings for kids

lolacarr — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 21:02:30 GMT

i want to find or easily make a sling for my toddler so she can carry her babies or stuffed animals like i will soon be carrying her baby sister.

anyone have ideas on how to make one easily or find one on the cheap?

thanks!

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ErgoBaby and backache!

lollicupgirl — Tue, 06 May 2008 04:09:19 GMT

Ugh, I wore my Ergo out today to trader joes and by the end of our shopping adventure, my back hurt like hell! What am I doing wrong? Is the weight supposed to be distributed in a certain way? I think I have the straps too loose. Anyone else have these problem with back ache?

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moby help

lolacarr — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 23:55:52 GMT

i tried out the moby that i-dee so kindly lent me and i feel like my tiny little peanut is just too small for it right now. it seemed very loose and unstable and i tried re-wrapping several times!

am i just not wrapping tightly enough?

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baby wearing fashion show

Batya — Fri, 02 May 2008 03:22:26 GMT

So excited, babies, hubby, and I will be in a baby wearing fashion show this weekend. It will be in Huntsville AL at the Celebrate Mama event in the Von Braun Center. Even the soon to be 3 year old will be carrying her baby doll in her little hot sling.

So excited, thought I'd share!

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Mai Tai

Kit Kat — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 02:40:49 GMT

Where did you get your Mai Tais?? I'm looking for one, but they don't seem to sell them at the usual baby stores. I'm looking for a place in BC, Canada or at least will deliver here? Thanks.

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ergo infant insert?

lolacarr — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 23:11:07 GMT

did anyone use one? what did you think? i'd love to use the ergo on my walks and hikes as the support is so great (and i'm already pushing a jogging stroller, too) but i didn't even own it until cookie was about 7 months old, so i'm clueless!

how big doesthe babe need to be before using?

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Beco Butterfly Recall

Khalima — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 04:09:45 GMT

I was looking at becos and considering buying one and found this:
http://becobabycarrier.blogspot.com/

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207
________________________________________
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 7, 2008

CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
CPSC, Beco Baby Carrier Announce Recall to Repair "Beco Butterfly” Infant Carriers
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announces the following recall in voluntary cooperation with the firm below. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of product: Beco Baby Carrier, model Butterfly

Units: About 1,900

Manufacturer: Beco Baby Carrier, of Newport Beach, CA

Hazard: Buckles connecting top of carrier’s body with shoulder straps can suddenly release tension when shoulder straps held near by or by the buckles, causing carrier’s body to shift, posing a fall hazard to the baby.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 10 reports of the webbing slipping thru the shoulder buckles causing carrier’s body to shift. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled infant carriers were sold under brand name "Beco Baby Carrier Butterfly". Carrier has black label with green logo “b” on left side and picture of butterfly on the right side.
Name of fabrics included in this recall: Mia, Pony Express, Carnival, Addison, Ethan, Sophia, Cameron, Ava, Joshua

Sold at: Specialty retail stores and internet sites from January 2008 through February 28, 2008 for about $130.

Manufactured in: USA and Dominican Republic

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact Beco Baby Carrier for instructions on returning the carriers for repair. Firm will provide free retrofit of the buckles and reimburse involved postage.

Consumer Contact: visit the firm's Web site at www.becobabycarrier.com

Posted by Beco at 6:43 PM

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Ok, what's the best carrier for a 3-month old?

lollicupgirl — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 01:19:05 GMT

I am currently using a sling hangs pretty low. My LO loves to fall asleep in it, but I am worried about taking her out in it since it's fairly easy to accidentally bu mp her head when say, I'm in a store or something. I heard the baby bjorns are bad? Is there anything for a 3-month + old that is great? Thanks!

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best summer carriers?

skadi_lupa — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 22:34:47 GMT

okay so the moby-d is good for all kinds of carrying but with the silk brocade fabric panel it is getting a little steamy for TX so was wondering what you mamas have found that works for you in terms of hot weather carriers.........Especially for those who live in HOT HUMID climates.

what have you used and loved?

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Hip Hammock

Kit Kat — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 21:36:46 GMT

Anyone tried a Hip Hammock? Do you like it? Was it easy to use and handy? I'm thinking of getting one, but wonder if it's worth considering? THanks.

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hehehe

SusanM — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:30:51 GMT

I am so giddy yet tired....my son who is three has shown some intrest in riding just lately... I thought those days were over....I have been tieing him on with just a large scarf...it wasn't cutting it so I just finished a modified meitei for him....i got to get these last few days of wearing in.....be fore the are all gone.....

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Back Pain

Queen~E — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 05:06:24 GMT

OK, any of you mamas get back pain from wearing your babes all the time? I want to wear my baby as much as possible now. Hell, it's the only way he'll get a good nap in! BUT...my back is killing me! He's getting heavier now and I'm having a hard time with it. I use different carriers each day so not to work out too many of the same muscles, but my shoulders, neck and back are hurting already. Is this just because I'm too old and my body can't handle it? I didn't have this problem with my first baby. I also haven't gotten my ass out to yoga class since the birth and my baby is now 10 weeks old. Maybe that's the problem...

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moby wraps and newborns

lolacarr — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 21:17:45 GMT

sooooo, because i don't have enough carriers (ha!) i was thinking of getting a moby wrap (or something comparable) to use with the new babe. with the exception of the mei tai, i am pretty intimidated by non-structured carriers as i am nervous about securing it properly.

how difficult is it to wrap a newborn into a moby wrap? it probably looks a lot more complicated and scary than it really is!

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Onbu vs mei tai

Jeanne — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 18:11:32 GMT

Which one do you like better, and why?

I've made a mei tai, but I don't really like dealing with all the straps, so I thought I'd like to try an Onbu. However, I can't find a starter pattern for one to save my life! For those of you sewing mamas out there that make them, how does the Onbu differ in construction from the mei tai?

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help me portlanders

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 22:31:16 GMT

ok so I am looking for some good clothing stores in portland for nice women's and men's comfortable yoga style, thai fisherman pants, kurtas etc. OG and hemp clothing stores are also much appreciated. I know this has nothing to do with this tribe, but hey I will be wearing my baby while I shop!

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mei tai -- tying for the rear carry?

lolacarr — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 00:00:19 GMT

i have been doing a rear carry now that belly is burgeoning and i've been tying in the back, which is kind of hard. the waist strap is long enough to tie in the front, but i'm not sure about the shoulder ones. is there a special way of tying these so the kiddo is still supported but i can tie in front?

i'm wondering i guess if there is some special tying configuration i am missing out on!

thanks in advance :)

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Ergo vs sling carrier ??

Hunnybunny — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 23:56:33 GMT

Hi there, We're expecting a baby around mid-February. We are tossing around the idea of getting a sling carrier or an ergo carrier , so I thought I'd ask this group of experience Moms for your feedback based on your experience.

I live in a chilly climate and love the idea of wearing the baby, particularly when it is a newborn. I plan on walking off some of the baby weight at a nearby, cold and windy beach, so snuggling up with the baby under my jacket would be ideal. My husband would like to wear the baby as well. He's so snuggly, our baby will be so warm!

This is what I'm thinking...

A Hotsling or one of the pretty ones from Baby Drama.
-- I have never seen a baby in a sling that looked unhappy. What's a little challenging is fitting one of these I am large breasted but very small framed. I hope to have my former small waist back in due time after childbirth. The mobywrap is completely unappealing to me or anything with extra fabric. or d-rings etc. I know my style and simplicity is absolute key to success with any baby carrier. A downsize is what size works for me, will not work for my husband. So we will have to get something else for him at some point.

The ergo carrier.
--This seems like it might be more flexible in the long run. i.e., My husband could also wear our little one. Questions to Moms who use the ergo carrier, did you get the infant/newborn insert? How soon could you start carrying the baby around?? Is there a time limit that you can carry the baby (like with the baby bjorn..its supposed to be bad for their hips). Do your husbands use this too?

I would love to hear your input and would appreciate it!

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Winter Wearing....

squirrel — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 04:15:41 GMT

So now that winter is here I would love to hear how people are wearing their little ones and keeping them warm. I have seen a couple of specialty wearing baby coats, but they are pricey so I was wondering what others are doing.

Keep that baby close!
Squirrel

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traditional babywearing photographs

stephanie_phillyjawn — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 01:48:11 GMT

http://www.mykarmababy.com/pages/TraditionalBabywearing.php

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holiday sweetness

aargh — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 00:57:21 GMT

My sister in law has a great eye, (she has published a few calendars here and there from pics she's taken abroad) and i was floored by this beautiful framed picture she gave me for Christmas of Sequoia and i in the woods. He's on my back in a carrier and i have a big coat around both of us, but the focus is all soft and fuzzy, so between the brown coat and the brown trees, it's just our faces hovering so close to one another. I love it!

I'd post it here but i only have the picture, not the digital copy.

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Ergo for Sale

babysolomon — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 01:29:47 GMT

www.ergobabycarriers.com/babyc.../BC4S/

I am asking $60 for this. It's in great shape. Or make me a deal or a trade.
I have to minimize some things right now and would like to get back a least a little of what i paid. It retails for $92.00 plus shipping.

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So, I got the sling, now what?

lollicupgirl — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 22:07:21 GMT

Ok, I feel like a dummy, not knowing how to use the sling I just ordered. So, I read the instructions and arranged the hoops, etc. And you wan't me to put my baby where? Isn't she going to fall out? I can't imagine her liking this! Aren't my arms a more secure place for her to be? I'm not a dummy when it comes to other baby things, but I can't understand how these work? Isn't she going to fall out of the sling? How the heck is she going to like it? I wouldn't! Any advice would SO appreciated!

btw, I ordered mine from Rockin' Baby Slings

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I'm so totally loving my pouch!

SiMoNe — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 20:25:29 GMT

I just had to share about my new babywearing implement of joy!

PK is getting bigger, and she seems to be sloooooowly slipping out out my arms when I carried her while carrying other stuff into my apartment or to the car. I also have been really enjoying carrying her around on my hip around the house, but as she getting heavier it was getting tougher to hold on to her and do stuff one-handed.

So, I ran over to our trusted baby stuff shop, and picked up a baby pouch, from Tru Luv. I'm totally digging it! Totally has the quick put on/pop in ability, easy to wash, cute fabrics and is a totally great price at 35.00. I totally didn't even consider one before my friend suggested it, because PK hated the pouch/sling when she wasn't sitting up, and I thought she'd never go for it. But, it turns out she totally loves it too -she's able to nurse in it as well!

Here a link to a pic- it's not the one I bought, but see what I mean about cool fabric?
http://www.babydrama.com/theshop/images/uploads/lupe_sling.jpg

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Finally

mamallama — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 18:22:37 GMT

Anaya will ride on my back and enjoy it! We are finally getting to put that wonderful Mei-Tai I-dra made us to lots of good use!

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If you wear a baby, make baby carriers or just care please read....

SusanM — Tue, 04 Dec 2007 04:29:34 GMT

I went to my local christmas craft fair this weekend and was very pleased to see 3 diffrent people selling baby slings....but...and it's a great big but....2 were selling ringslings that were made with D-rings....D-Rings are very dangerous in the way that they can and do slip through each other....one person had no idea how to make slings...she had the seam about two inches from the flat of the D-ring..the other was sewing right along the flat part...but still....fabric streches...ya know....ok so I talked to both about the evils of D-rings as your sole support of baby....I hope the all the babies sake they listens....I hope you too will pass this along to people you know if they use D-rings if you agree....

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fyi

IdraIyah — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 04:10:17 GMT

i'm actually thinking of attending this conference in chi-town.
http://babywearingconference.com/

anyone in chicago planning on going?

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in case tribe craps out

IdraIyah — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 19:09:19 GMT

(like we all expect it will)
http://triberefugees.ning.com/group/babywearingjunkies

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ergo or beco

Lauren — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:48:58 GMT

Which one should I get?

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a name brand for me

IdraIyah — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 21:41:50 GMT

what do you think of "i-dee tai"? how about "mei tai-dra"? too much? i'm leaning toward the former.

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best baby carrier

Lauren — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 12:59:18 GMT

searching for a good one that is very comfy and cute/ I would like to wear by baby front back and hip. I would like to wear her face front to? Advice on which one I should get?

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Flying Falcon people can suck it

IdraIyah — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 07:07:27 GMT

so, being the loudmouth advocate that i am, i wrote a letter to flying falcon, the designer/distributor of that ridiculous carseat torture device. this is what I wrote:
"Hello. I'm concerned about your product, the car seat carrier. This thing looks extremely awkward & heavy. I don't see how this is at all good for mama's back or legs. I understand the principle behind the design, however, there already exist many varieties of baby carriers, slings, wraps & such which promote attachment parenting, breastfeeding & better mama-baby communication. They also help mama to carry baby above her center of gravity. Perhaps the designer was not aware of these traditional carriers. Slings & other baby carriers have been in use for millennia, ever since First Woman. In a sling or other cloth carrier, baby is able & encouraged to move her head & adjust her position. When stuck in a carseat all day, baby is locked into one position for extended periods of time, without access to touch. My biggest concern is that the drawbacks will quickly outweigh any benefits this contraption may offer & mamas will be duped into buying something that will ultimately prove unhelpful."

This was the response I got back (with portions of my letter cut & pasted):
"Hello. I'm concerned about your product, the car seat carrier.
**Why?

This thing looks extremely awkward & heavy.
**Not much more than carrying a kid in a sling.

I don't see how this is at all good for mama's back or legs.
**That must be because you are narrow minded, look at it alone for what it is. Try not to even think of a sling.

I understand the principle behind the design, however, there already exist many varieties of baby carriers, slings, wraps & such which promote attachment parenting, breastfeeding & better mama-baby communication.
**O OK, What the hell was I thinking, I will quit then.

They also help mama to carry baby above her center of gravity. Perhaps the designer was not aware of these traditional carriers.
**No, I was aware.

Slings & other baby carriers have been in use for millennia, ever since First Woman. In a sling or other cloth carrier, baby is able & encouraged to move her head & adjust her position.
**But gravity of a sling forces the infant back into a fetal position. The infant stretch without being forced back into the fetal position. Infants in a car seat are actually able to stretched and stay stretched.

When stuck in a carseat all day, baby is locked into one position for extended periods of time, without access to touch. My biggest concern is that the drawbacks will quickly outweigh any benefits this contraption may offer & mamas will be duped into buying something that will ultimately prove unhelpful.
**So what are the drawbacks if this transport device is only used for its intended purpose. All you have really presented is a sales pitch for a sling. without giving a sales pitch for a sling, there is no real reason that this is a bad idea. In fact, it truly is a very good idea. I didn't put the handles on car seats, I just made it easier to carry them. As long as there is a handle on a car seat, the human animal will continue to carry them. The FALCON Infant Car Seat Carrier is a much easier way to carry an infant car seat hands free. People will always carry their car seats around the world, this is for those people. This device is for all the people who will never use a sling, who will never get your message.
My wife and I used our product for 9 months and Our Twins are just fine. They had all the loving and holding, probably more than most single kids will ever get. So please do not tell me that this is all about detachment.
If you want to fight something, go save the rain forest, global warming, the war in Iraq, tobacco or firearms, or even automobiles. All those topics are killing something or someone in someway everyday."

So, do you think his response was warranted? This was my reply:
"Wow, john sanchez. great customer service! i'll be sure to recommend your product to all of my friends & family. i'll also be sharing your response with everyone i know to let them know that your attitude SUCKS. you can't even get through one letter from a concerned citizen without being defensive, insulting or rude. I'm guessing you've been on the receiving end of a lot of criticism. hm... i wonder why??"

I wasn't REALLY trying to start shit, but it seems I did so anyway. C'est la vie...

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storch wrap?

lolacarr — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 18:31:05 GMT

after hearing both puella and lara mention it, i decided to look into them and they look really nice! my question is, how hard was it for you to learn to do the different wraps? i don't have a whole lot of patience for that sort of thing but i am hoping that my impending mei tai will give some practice with it and i am thinking of getting a storch as well since i could wear my toddler in it while preggo and then wear the new baby in it when s/he arrives.

so for those of you that have them, do you love it? is there a big learning curve for all the different carries? do you think they are worth the big price tag ($100 for a wrap)?

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wearing your toddler through pregnancy?

lolacarr — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:16:42 GMT

anyone have experience with this?

i love wearing my daughter and wish to continue through pregnancy but i'm not sure what the best and safest way to do this is. i normally wear her in the ergo but i am in the process of getting a mei tai from our very own i-dra! i figured it would be more versatile than a structured carrier.

if anyone has any advice on which carrier and what to consider when wearing a toddler preggo, i would really appreciate it!

thanks in advance,
lola

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cool stuff

puellaeterna — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 19:03:21 GMT

ive been craving some clay lately, to make some sculptures, and so I was just looking up some stuff, and I found these. How cool! Id love one!

http://www.african-art-work.com/sculpture-stone.html

and these are amazing...this lady rocks, and is doing stuff that Is similar to what I have been envisioning, haha...They are so gorgeous!

http://www.vanessa-pooley-bronze-sculptures.com/mother-and-child-sculptures.html

http://www.dianepreston.com/gallery.html
enjoy!

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NINO folded!

SiMoNe — Sat, 28 Jul 2007 07:31:26 GMT

Just passing this bit of info along, that Nine In Nine Out (NINO) the baby wearing organization, has folded and reformed as Babywearing International. Though they still have their old NINO website up, new website is http://www.babywearinginternational.org/ .

None of the chapters have folded but as far as I can tell, are existing as general babywearing groups until BWI has organized and structured itself.

The link to the announcement can be found here: http://www.thebabywearer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=152202

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I did a rucksack carry today!

SiMoNe — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 07:38:49 GMT

At a local baby wearing meeting...and man, it was scary!! Parker cried when I got her up in it, but I think she was freaking because I was really nervous! I had a really nice woman help me get into the position, and I think I have a good grasp of what I need to do...I just need to practice a bit..get my hubs to help..

She gave me a really good piece of advice though that I thought I'd share - rather than trying a variety of carries all at the same time, work on one carry, master it, and move on to the next one. Seems pretty logical, huh?

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new carriers for sale!

IdraIyah — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 20:30:39 GMT

i've posted photos for the 5 most recent available carriers i have up for sale! as always, my tribemates are entitled to your very own discount code: BWJ2007. this code is non-transferable among non-tribe members.

for more information, visit www.sew-at-home-mama.com

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Sacagawea

babysolomon — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 04:13:12 GMT

This woman led Lewis and Clark on their expedition with a baby on her back...wow!
http://www.studiohotspot.net/sculptures/sacagawea1.asp

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traditional photos

IdraIyah — Wed, 25 Jul 2007 04:51:01 GMT

i would love it if everyone could upload a photo of someone in a traditional culture wearing their baby. i know they're out there!

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Moroccan babies

aargh — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 06:31:23 GMT

a friend of mine just started in the Peace Corp in March, she's somewhere in a podunk village in inland Morocco and writes these hilarious emails now and again from an internet cafe. I wanted to share part of her last letter, thought y'all would enjoy:
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I went to my first real party a few weeks ago. It was called a Cyber (the "r" is actually used to represent a letter we don't have in English.) Seven days after a baby is born, a Cyber is thrown by the family to celebrate the naming of the baby. Now, I would like to note that nowhere in the course of this party did I ever actually see the new baby or the mom. Of course, who needs babies and moms around when there's drumming, dancing, and singing to be had? The celebration lasted two days: the first day was for the mothers in the community (and trust me, the entire community shows up to these parties!) the second was for the maidens, and each night was a mix of the boys and girls. I didn't go to any of the boy/girl parties (mainly as an attempt to avoid the old women in the community trying to set me up with various boys for me to take home to America. Uh, thank you, no.) But I made it to both of the other two (who cares if I'm not a mother!) and it was fantastic. It reminded me of the parties back home - women drumming and dancing and call-and-response singing. Yay!

I went to another party this last week. Now, get this: apparently, they throw a Cyber when the baby is born. But, at about age of four months, there is another party because the mom is no longer schlepping the baby around by carrying her at her front, now she can carry the baby on the hip. So, to celebrate this new rite of passage, there's another party. This time only one with all the women in the community there. Oh, I love a good party!
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pretty neat! at four months they move from front to hip, not a damned thing about them ever hitting the ground!

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Too hot to wear the baby.

SiMoNe — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 21:20:53 GMT

It's like 100 degrees plus out here! My hubs can do it just fine in the Ergo, but the EllaRoo is just too damn hot! She gets cranky, I get cranky...

I have to get one of those damn Ergo extenders - my ass is too big to use it as is.

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Toddler wearing....

Juanita — Tue, 26 Jun 2007 01:51:56 GMT

How many of you still wear your toddlers & "preschoolers"? We are going to the beach soon, and plan to go out & purchase some fabric to serve as a wrap, but most of the babywearing focus is on ... well... babies! Our girls are 2 & 3 now... and while we have a double stroller, they've only ever ridden in it once & neither of them liked it! Usually we wear one in the ring sling while the other is carried or runs on her own two feet. But this is our first extended family trip where we'll all be going out of town & staying overnight in a totally unfamiliar setting (2 nights actually... eek!). Double strollers are huge, bulky, and just take up too much room!

So... the other thing I was just wondering is if any of you use fabric wraps to carry *bigger "babies"* in, and if so... what kind of fabric & which types of carries work best for you? The 2 year old is just over 20lbs... the 3 year old is just under 40lbs.... maybe 35lbs or so....

I have been all over the 'net and the Wear Your Baby site, but haven't been able to find many pictures of people wearing toddlers. Maybe there are videos on youtube or something... I guess it won't hurt me to go look.

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help from the ergo/beco crowd

aargh — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 03:46:14 GMT

Can someone who owns one of these structured carriers explain to me how to do a hip carry? I've had mine for a few weeks now and carry front and back, but i haven't been able to make the mental picture of how the straps go for a side carry.

And yes, the Ergo and Beco are configured almost identically. (Almost) same placements, straps, clips etc.

and in completely unrelated news- whilst browsing at Target today i saw they're now carrying Hotslings pouches! Viva la bebe!

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Onbuhimo?!?!

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 17:57:04 GMT

A friend of mine has one of these. I tried it on yesterday and, OMG, it freakin’ rocks! So comfy and GORGEOUS and I love the lack of waste straps. The woman that made my friend’s (http://www.babyspaceslings.com/pages/onbuhimos.php) doesn’t make them anymore. I found them sold here: http://www.peppermint.com/onbuhimo.html , but I’m not crazy about the fabric choice. Anyone know where else to buy them online, or better yet, maybe one of the amazing sewing mamas on here makes them or want to give one a try?

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books

morgankicksass — Wed, 20 Jun 2007 08:34:07 GMT

can anyone recommend or post something about their favorite books on babywearing? i've found many that look very interesting, but would like to know more before buying, and our library has nothing on the topic :) thanks!

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Am I the only one? and which pack carrier do you like the best?

mamallama — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 00:59:22 GMT

Who doesn't like the Ergo? I tried my friends and it was a bit difficult to get one especially because my little one is still just riding on my front. The straps were too hard to buckle, maybe I just need to try it out and practice more but... Also, can you do a hip carry with it? Because I couldn't figure out how. :(

On an entirely different note, Anaya has stopped enjoying being in a carrier unless she is asleep. She also does not like her car seat. She hates to be restrained. Bummer for me, but she still loves to be in my arms. I'm hopeful that she will enjoy the pack carrier I get. Which one have you ladies enjoyed? I keep heaing about the Kelty but I haven't tried any yet as Anaya isn't quite ready to use it.

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mmm...ergo... drool

IdraIyah — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 05:21:33 GMT

oh man, these people are gonna put the rest of us out of business! i finally got mine today (cranberry w/camel inner) & i gotta say, i am officilly on the ergo bandwagon. and those things are like the harley davidson or baby carriers - they will never devalue! i could use mine for years, sell it on ebay & probably only be out 10 bucks or so. i love it. i will definitely (obviously) still be making & using mei tais & onbus, but i can certainly forsee my ergo getting alot of use.

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reviews

IdraIyah — Thu, 14 Jun 2007 16:53:27 GMT

please, will everyone take the time to write a review about your favorite carriers (and even your least favorite) & post them here & maybe in the pregnancy tribe? don't forget to post pics!

xoxo

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Best Carriers for Breastfeeding

candicmt — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 20:53:27 GMT

I made a carrier that is the same style as a hot sling www.hotslings.com
She likes to be carried in it but the idea of nursing her in it doesnt seem doable. Any suggestions would be great...

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Beco baby carrier

caity — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 21:45:09 GMT

So I think I'm gonna do it. Buy a Beco babycarrier for 119 bucks. Here is my justification: My boy is 5 1/2 months and 22 lbs. We are getting married this summer and we might have to wear him during our ceremony depending on his mood. And the Beco supposedly can carry a child up to 55 lbs. and I feel like that could possibly be in my future. www.ecobabies.com is where I'm gonna get it. Does anyone have or know of anyone who has one that doesn't like it? I love our ergo but feel like it might be nice to have two carriers that we love.

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Yippeeee!!

tigerific — Thu, 31 May 2007 23:47:25 GMT

Our little Amelie Skye is FINALLY willing to be worn!
I'm SO excited!
We spent a good 3 hours walking around in the Ergo in the park...
(she's still not willing to do the Maya or cloth wraps, but I can live with that)
I'm very excited to officially join the ranks of baby wearers anonymous:-)
Yipee! (baby close and hands free!)

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video on youtube

aargh — Thu, 31 May 2007 05:07:42 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLyYpbxBHmc

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best carrier for a newborn

Aisha — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 14:29:55 GMT

Which is the best carrier? I have a ring sling and a big long piece of fabric tie around you kind of thing, but all the pictures of the wraps have older looking babies. I want to start wearing my bebe right away.

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Making a podaegi out of a mei tai?

icha — Sat, 26 May 2007 17:35:10 GMT

Would that be possible to transform my mei tai in podaegi? I thinks a podaegi would be more appropriate now for my daughter but I don't have the money to spend an other $80 for a carrier. Any idea how I could do that?
Thanks!

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Babies Celebrated

babysolomon — Thu, 24 May 2007 19:32:12 GMT

There is an awesome section in this book about baby carriers. I have never seen MOST of these and it's very interesting to see who and what and how these babies are carried. It's neat to see what these carriers are made out of and how they are decorated. I bought this book and it's just great for the pictures.

http://www.amazon.com/Babies-Celebrated-Beatrice-Fontanel/dp/0810940124

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my thrift store rocks!

morgankicksass — Mon, 21 May 2007 04:57:34 GMT

i went to the thrift store this morning and found an awesome piece of fabric to use as a wrap for one dollar, then i found an infantino pouch sling for 2 dollars, and an ultimate wrap for 2.50 :D and everything was 50% off today, awesome!!

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Hi my name is Susan and I am addicted to baby wearing.....

SusanM — Mon, 21 May 2007 02:53:24 GMT

So my daughter was very rarely worn...very bad back...and she was happy....no issues....held yes, worn no....then my son came along...and at 3m my friend changed my life forever.....she attached my son to me....he had colic and always in my arms...but wearing the front pack was murder....ten minutes and I was in pain...so she took the sling and attached my son to my chest and said there...you will love it...I thought to myself in ten minutes I will be takeing it off...ya like ten years....I borrow other peoples babies just so I can wear them...I love it....I still wear my son who is down to the last few months of being worn...he is almost 3...so here is the deal....I loved the sling but...I hated having to wear my son, carry the diaper bag and my purse....then after I was done wearing my son where would I put the sling....so after much playing I deciede I like my slings wide....and because they were wide I didn't need the tail...so I took and closed the tail and put a drawstring in it...and now I am diaper bag, purse free because it all goes in this great pocket...then when i am done the sling stuffs into the pocket...I make them out of all kinds of fabric...I look for really fun, funky or trendy fabrics...I use brass rings from Nestmom...I sell on ebay and really don't use any other kind of carrier except for a framed backpack...I do really want an ergo type carrier....I could have another year of wearing my son....
My sad sorry is I will not have anymore children to wear....my back could not take it again...but I love babywearing and I want to make sure anyone who thinks they may want to wear their baby have a means and a way to do it....

So here is my deal to all of you....I charge $25 plus shipping to make a sling...I can make any type of carrier...I would like to gift all of you with a cotton or cotton blend sling for $15 plus shipping till the end of the summer....I will also discount custom slings like fleece or silk brocade....

Hugs and happy wearing....
Susan Moran
Tranquil Baby Carriers....

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ring sling recommendations

stephanie_phillyjawn — Wed, 16 May 2007 12:02:54 GMT

so we have the ergo .. and i love it .. it's comfortable, sturdy and very safe for long walks & errands, but i think i need a ring sling for shorter walks to the park or for around the house when all she wants is to be held and i have stuff to accomplish.

we have the hotsling, but i was never comfortable with its hip carry ... any recommendations for a ring sling?

thanks!

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Age for a Ergo?

squirrel — Fri, 18 May 2007 06:00:46 GMT

I was just given an Ergo carrier. My babe's 3months now and doesn't really seem to fit right in the carrier. What age have you guys been putting your little ones in the ergo?

Thanks!
Squirrel

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Wrap or Ergo

babysolomon — Sat, 12 May 2007 14:55:09 GMT

I want a new baby carrier but can't make up my mind. Can you ladies and fellas tell me the pros and cons of using these.

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Stretchy and woven wrap resource!

SiMoNe — Fri, 18 May 2007 06:33:27 GMT

I was trying to find a good bf carry for a c-section with my Ella Roo wrap, and found this very cool pdf. on different stretchy and woven wrap configurations. It gives recommendations for each carry by age, whether it's a good carry fro a woven or stretchy wrap, and the pluses and minuses to each carry they illustrate. cool stuff!

http://server.kopteri.net/%7Ekkanava/Kanava_tyinginstructions.pdf

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alternative to ergo?

IdraIyah — Wed, 16 May 2007 17:54:10 GMT

oh man, i am jonsing for a new carrier! we have a fabulous little boutique here in p-town, called milagros www.milagrosboutique.com & i loooooove to shop there. the owners & staff are always genuinely friendly, it's a designated breastfeeding spot & they really know their shit. well, they have some used carriers for sale & i've had my eye on one in particular since before sol was born! i think it's a patapum www.patapum.com but i don't really remember. it looks just like one, anyway. it's like, $60-70. does anyone have one? do you like it?

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new carrier

IdraIyah — Fri, 18 May 2007 00:43:35 GMT

ok kids. i looked all over to see if it had already been done and, after i was satisfied it had not, i went ahead & designed my own carrier. now, i've posted some pix so you can see what i've been up to. the one i'm wearing is only my prototype; i will be making the retail carriers out of a sturdier fabric (the green is an old 50s bathrobe i hate) & will have padding for the shoulders & behind baby's head. i think a hood for sleepin' tots will also be an option.

the basic design is a body like a hmong, but with channels through which the 2 straps thread & tighten to fit snug around baby. there is no need to tie around the waist, either, for those who find that uncomfortable.

i don't have a name for it yet. please tell me what you think (or if you've seen it elsewhere).

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Ode to antiques

aargh — Tue, 15 May 2007 07:15:38 GMT

When i went over to my mum's yesterday (gotta pass on the Happy Mother's Day wishes), she surprised me with an old carrier of hers that she used to carry my 22 yr old brother and 20 yr old sister as toddlers. This is the second older carrier she's given me, the first being this mesh contraption (I-dra or Puella? anyway, someone identified it as an ombu) that i'd use in the shower with Sequoia. It was over 39 yrs old and she'd used it on most of us kids, both for carrying but especially for swimming pool outings (we grew up in TX- it's damned hot).

This newer one was called "Sara's Ride" according to the tag, and was meant for a hip carry. It's a *small* triangular cloth with a hip belt and an upper belt. I put Sequoia in it earlier today while cleaning the kitchen and altho he was content, i can't see using it very much, the upper belt actually goes around and across your neck- it got owie in a very short time! But still, i get a kick out of thinking about how women were still finding ways and making things to carry their babies (and some, like Sara's mama- making a living from it). We're pretty blessed to be able to easily find and disseminate information through the internet, i can type "baby carrier" in a search and not only find a bazillion different carriers, i can access free patterns, advice, support groups, other mamas- everything!

Anyway, thought i'd share. I'll post pics once i take some....

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Babywearing saves my life

babysolomon — Wed, 09 May 2007 21:43:32 GMT

I am a work at home mama. My husband works about 10-12 hours a day as a historic restoration carpenter.
Everyday we go for a walk in the podegi or mei tai and Solomon falls asleep. I can come back home, take him off very slowly and gently and lay him down and he'll sleep.
This really does save me.
Sometimes I wish life was more like a village where we REALLY did live close and help one another. That's besides the point.

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best carrier for a new born

alisoncross — Mon, 14 May 2007 17:12:58 GMT

we have created the best, hip and super comfortable baby carrier that
is a milled and made in Vancouver Canada.

It is a cross between a wrap and a pouch so you
get the best of all worlds.

enter ali2007 for $10 off.

www.babybuddha.ca

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cool tip for backwearing

IdraIyah — Sat, 05 May 2007 03:07:32 GMT

seeing cheryl's pic of her carrying her 2 heavy-looking girls gave me inspiration to start making my mei tais longer in the body. cheryl, how long, top to bottom, is your mei tai?

i'm normally making them about 20" tall & this works great for smaller babies, but my son is getting bigger & when he falls asleep on my back (every time!) he tends to lean one way or the other & over the top of the carrier, putting more strain on my shoulders. it is for this reason i will make them taller. well, for folks who are having the same issue, this is what i came up with: i use a scarf about 10" wide & long enough to wrap around us both & tie in front. then i bring it behind me, center it over him - either over his head or just under it - & bring it under my armpits to tie in front. this makes me feel like he is more secure, bringing his upper half closer to my body & keeps his head from "falling off" when he's asleep. it also looks really cool! it looks like sort of a marriage between african & asian babywearing styles. i'll post some pics next time i do it.

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Packs, Ergos, and Podegis, Oh My!!!

mamallama — Sat, 12 May 2007 18:23:02 GMT

Okay so I actually ahve a question and a statement...

First of all I want a hiking pack to carry Anaya for the summer because we get so hot when our bodies are close together that I might not be able to carry her in the summer, bummer! I also want an Ergo because the just look soooooo comfy and everyone that I meet that has one is in love.

Next, my question. Now I know that the Podegi has only two straps and the Mei Tai has four but what are the other differences? Why use one over the other? Pros and cons?

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Wearing baby helps with colic?

babysolomon — Thu, 03 May 2007 21:14:56 GMT

So,
I have a frien who's baby is one week younger than my Solomon. She has had colic and still is very fussy. She stayed with us last night. Today we went for a walk and I let her use my Mei Tai and she wore her on her back. The baby fell fast asleep and never fussed one time. I was amazed. I just wanted to share. I think the baby felt relaxed and safe.

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A Ride on Mother's Back

babysolomon — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 04:28:45 GMT

I just wanted to share a book I just purchased. I looked inside this book and it is awesome with all the baby carrying around the world. I thought you gals and guys would love it.

http://www.amazon.com/Ride-Mothers-Back-Carrying-around/dp/0152008705/ref=pd_bbs_2/102-8666517-0627337?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1177906724&sr=8-2

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Hubby refuses to use carrier

babysolomon — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 15:20:49 GMT

I have done a lot of research about carrying your baby, different types of carriers, bought several and made on podegi. Joshua simply hasn't ever tried any of: Baby Bjorn, Mei Tai, Ring sling, Podegi, padded sling (I hated that too), moby wrap. I do not know how to get him to try them out.
He says he'd just rather carry Solomon himself. We don't have a stroller so he's being carried reguardless but I want him to know the good thing of baby carriers.
Any advice?

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NINO

Lara — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 14:00:48 GMT

Has anyone actually started a Nine In Nine Out group? I love the support available at La Leche for breastfeeding, and would love to see something like that locally for babywearing, but I only have so much energy personally. How hard is it to get going? Did you have any problems finding folks to share the burden of facilitating?

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Finally!! I-dra Mai Tai photos!

Pam-cake — Thu, 03 May 2007 00:14:37 GMT

Just wanted to shout it to the world...
photos of Neko and I with our custom Mai Tai made by mommy I-dra are up!
I just can't stop raving about it! The sewing is beautiful. I love it. I think you all should definitely add one to your collections.
=)

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Introducing myself

Sun, 29 Apr 2007 21:21:39 GMT

Fellow junkies,

After lurking for far too long, I'm finally getting around to introducing myself. I am a baby-wearer going on 3 years now. I carried my first son,
Elijah, pretty much everywhere from the day he was born until just past his second birthday. I still carry him in the ergo occasionally, but he is
pushing 40 pounds now, so it is getting kinda ridiculous (fortunately he loves to walk). I now have a new wee one, Micah, and am so happy to be slingin' again!!

Some of the carriers in my repertoire:

blue sling
yellow sling
ergo
snugli
and I just ordered my first mei tai!

When Eli was 6 months old, I started a parent-baby hiking group. Two years later it is super popular and going strong. It's been a fabulous way for my husband and I to meet like minded folks. I highly recommend starting one in your area! Here is a link to our baby-hike website:
http://www.sarah.org/babyhike/

Sarah

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you've been here all along

lolacarr — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 21:02:56 GMT

and i just finally made it to the party?!

i've been wearing baby since day one as she simply hates the stroller and as a result has probably only been in it as many times as i can count on both hands.

glad to have found you all and i hope to get all kinds of babywearing tips and tricks!!

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Amautik Coat for baby carrying

babysolomon — Sat, 28 Apr 2007 16:01:55 GMT

www.hipbundles.com

This coat rocks becasue you can wear your bigger baby in this coat with a hood for two in extreme weather. Kentucky winters pretty cold. Apparently in Canda the Inuit Indians use something like this for baby wearing.
I read this in 'Mothering' Magazine. I think I might get something like this for this coming winter. Ah, it's soring in KY!

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my website is up!

IdraIyah — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 02:39:34 GMT

i've finally done it - my site is in it's infancy, but you can check it out now www.sew-at-home-mama.com thanks for your support!

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Carrier roll call!!

SiMoNe — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 04:09:33 GMT

Just curious, what wraps/carrier/slings/pouches do you have?? Which ones are you looking to buy or make??

My list:
I have a:
EllaRoo Wrap
one generic blue Sarong
Rocking Mama Baby sling

I'm hoping to make a water UVA/UVB wrap whilst I'm on maternity leave for the beach and the pool...should be fairly easy, once I find a good fabric..

My wish list:
Ergo
Mei Tai - which kind, I'm not sure yet..I'd like to be able to do a forward-facing carry with it at some point, or at least have the option...any suggestions would be nice.. :-)

oh, and the nutty thing is, as some of you know.......My baby girl won't be here until mid-May..I'm such a freak.

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grateful

aargh — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 05:34:00 GMT

I'm in sunny Texas for the week, visiting family and the trip woulda been sheer hell without my wrap.
I had Sequoia snugly wrapped onto my front once we hit the airport, and a heavy school backback with my dinosaur laptop on my back. Jesse was walking me to the counter pulling my 2 enormous check-in bags when he remembered the carseat. Back he ran to grab it, and i felt like such a badass being able to continue walk through the airport- with three heavy bags and a wiggly baby, all by myself. Gods i love good baby carriers!

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New Tribe: Crafty mommas and papas

SiMoNe — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 22:07:30 GMT

For folks who make stuff for their kids as well as making stuff with them!

http://tribes.tribe.net/craftymommasandpapas

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Ergo backpack now no need for diaper bag/purse/strangulation device

caity — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 17:51:28 GMT

I just traded some baby clothes for a brand new Ergo backpack bag attachment. It has two loops that connect around the shoulder straps and two D-rings on the Ergo. I was gettin really sick of carrying a purse around with the Ergo on b/c it seemed to hurt my neck. I bet something similar could be made at home and could even strap on a mei tai. I just love love love it I went into the coop with it attached to the ergo and managed to cram all my groceries in it. I'm looking forward to hiking with it and just being extra bag free around town with it. I will post a pic of it someday. Just thought you mama's should know about such a great invention.

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new tribe

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 07:33:57 GMT

check out this new tribe, the moderator is gone, but I would like to take over and I think it can get great with all of us discussing how to make our homes and lives baby friendly. http://tribes.tribe.net/naturaldayhome

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How did you...?

mamallama — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 06:32:52 GMT

I'm so excited! Okay so i bought some jersey knit and batiked cotton fabric to make a wrap(or six) and I'm wondering if any of you have tried to cut long peices of fabric and how in the world you did it?! I'm a little intimidated, I bought six yards of each as I am a big girl and want to have room to work with.How do you get it straight? Help!

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Slings and preemies

Batya — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 23:45:36 GMT

Has anyone had success with using a sling with a preemie? We just brought our tiny one home from NICU. I would like to be able to carry her more and used a sling with our first child.

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My Latest Mei Tais For Sale~*

MotherOnEarth — Sun, 01 Apr 2007 07:05:45 GMT

These are now listed on Ebay with only one day left to go! More to come~*

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=320097310540&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=011

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=320097316626&ssPageName=STRK:MESE:IT&ih=011

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Dreaming for?

mamallama — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 09:37:26 GMT

What is on your wish list?

I want a Mei Tai and about 6 yards of fabric for a wrap, I haven't figured out what kind yet, any suggestions? Someone mentioned the kind of jersey knit that rolls at the edges. Also, I'm a big girl, 5'7" and 215, I wear size 18 pants and dresses, 6 yards is enough, yes? I also saw someone with a Kangaroo something, I don't remember what she called it, it looked so sturdy, made out of fleece, it was a non-ring sling. I want it!

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wrap instructions

elzzadoll — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 20:55:31 GMT

i just discovered this link on ellaroo's site, that links to lots of wrap instructions, i wish i'd known about some of these long ago
http://www.thebabywearer.com/articles/HowTo/WrapLinks.htm
i'm gonna try this one later
http://www.wearyourbaby.com/default.aspx?tabid=116
i knew there had to be a good way to get him on my back, so he could still see what i'm doing when cooking...

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wearing on your back

icha — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 23:56:09 GMT

I'm looking for a good way to wear my 9 months old on my back. I've been looking at ergo but there's so many, I don't know which one to choose. They are also pretty pricy! What are the alternatives?

Tahnks!

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Mei Tai virgin

Pam-cake — Sun, 04 Feb 2007 21:40:52 GMT

i'm starting to do some research into the best Mei Tai on the market. so far it seems that the Freehand and the Babyhawk are the favorites. it also seems that the people who really like the Freehand like it for the narrower straps. i checked out the Freehand site and i LOVE some of the fabrications. of course the ones i like are the most expensive.

any advice, opinions... people wanting to make me one???? *wink*wink*

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Okay, I have a problem

shava — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 22:34:05 GMT

I am having a hard time tying my mei tai. I can't seem to get the bottom straps tight enough or something. The top gets tied fine. I have a hour glass shaped figure, so that means that my waist is smaller than anything else on me. What can I do????

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I made a Mei Tai knock off

Pynki — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 20:40:38 GMT

And it turned out well if I do say so myself.

I love it!

You can see it on my blog.
http://photo.xanga.com/SimplyPynki/0f36e109358772/photo.html

No way was my hubby swallowing 70+ buck for another baby carrier.

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funny

aargh — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 18:26:16 GMT

from my mom:

When is a sling not a sling?? When it is a flying falcon whatsabobbythingy.....

http://www.ababyoutlets.com/flying_falcon_products.htm

http://www.thecowgoddess.com/

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fisher price is on the right track!

IdraIyah — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 23:48:49 GMT

check out this rockin' doll house & occupants...
http://mydreamdollhouse.com/FPdollhouse_sweet_sounds.html

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how do you deal w/ babywearing and diaperbag carrying?

elzzadoll — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 22:36:52 GMT

especially as he gets older and i need to bring more things than before; food, toys, highchair restraint(so he won't fall out of restaurant highchairs) etc
i'll admit that's part of why i've been using a stroller more and more. i bring a carrier, and carry him part way, and put the big 'ol diaper bag in the stroller.

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Tummy 2 Tummy DVD

SiMoNe — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:28:38 GMT

I bought it a few weeks ago, and is quite a handy little DVD!!
It covers stretchy and woven wraps, asian wraps, pouches and ring slings, and has some basic as well as some more advanced carries..
I bought it more or less for the woven wrap bit, but found that they have some basic wrap suggestions for sarongs, and they show you how to construct your own wrap (which is kind of a 'duh! why didn't think of that!' thing but..)

They also donate 5% of the profits to NINO (Nine in Nine Out babywearing organization)

http://www.tummy2tummy.com/info/default.asp

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this tribe is hoppin!!

IdraIyah — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 23:40:10 GMT

may i say i am absolutely giddy over how well this tribe has done since its' start. i am so glad that babywearing & carriers are so popular & that there are other parents out there who love this topic as much as i do!!

i'm in the process of designing my own style of mei tai carrier, one i've not seen yet. i hope it works in real life as well as it does in my head! i feel like a copycat making & selling a common style. i would feel better about selling "my own brand". as soon as i finish the prototype (if this boy would ever let me get some work done!) i'll post pics.

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Singing!!!

mamallama — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 02:52:25 GMT

So I went in for a lactation appointment last week to try and get my little on who was 2 1/2 months preemie and now almost at her due date onto the breast and we were given an over the shoulder baby holder that actually fits her and it has been great, she loves to be in the sling and falls right to sleep right away. So I've been having a hard time taking a shower, maybe once a week or so and I saw that someone had posted about mesh shower slings. So here's what I did:

I took one of those mesh laundry bags and trimmed off the bottom. I tied a small knot in it and put the drawstring on the bottom, it works perfectly! With the drawstring below her I am not worried about her falling out because it keeps the bottom from stretching.

So today before our second lactation appointment we showered together for the first time! Singing in the shower, now I have someone to listen to me.

Also at our lactation appointment she actually latched, for the first time in weeks, and she got 22cc's by breast!!!! That's the most she's ever taken!!! So today was a great day and we are happy and relaxed together as she sleeps in my arms.

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my back hurts

IdraIyah — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 04:31:19 GMT

i don't know what i did or when, exactly, but my lower back is killing my babywearing spirit! i'm not gonna stop, of course, but i have been using our stroller until my back feels better. i feel like a bad mommy! what do other women do in this situation?

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baby in back

Pam-cake — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 03:48:48 GMT

so for those of us who are complete novices at this... WHERE DO WE BEGIN??

i've seen so many great photos of women with their babes on their backs but i don't know what the best/easiest carrier is for a beginner... not to mention the thought of hoisting my bunny from the safety of my arms onto my back kind of freaks me out.

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babywearing in winter

Pam-cake — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 03:52:28 GMT

i'm just full of questions tonight...

currently the temps outside are in the low teens. i've resorted to keeping the little grrl in her baby carrier under bunches of blankets because i don't have the slightest idea as to what kind of carrier would fit over my layers let alone keep baby shielded from the elements.

suggestions? besides heading south??

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BabyWearers Anonymous's topics - tribe.net

slings for kids

ErgoBaby and backache!

moby help

baby wearing fashion show

Mai Tai

ergo infant insert?

Beco Butterfly Recall

Ok, what's the best carrier for a 3-month old?

best summer carriers?

Hip Hammock

hehehe

Back Pain

moby wraps and newborns

Onbu vs mei tai

help me portlanders

mei tai -- tying for the rear carry?

Ergo vs sling carrier ??

Winter Wearing....

traditional babywearing photographs

holiday sweetness

Ergo for Sale

So, I got the sling, now what?

I'm *so* totally loving my pouch!

Finally

If you wear a baby, make baby carriers or just care please read....

fyi

in case tribe craps out

ergo or beco

a name brand for me

best baby carrier

Flying Falcon people can suck it

storch wrap?

wearing your toddler through pregnancy?

cool stuff

NINO folded!

I did a rucksack carry today!

new carriers for sale!

Sacagawea

traditional photos

Moroccan babies

Too hot to wear the baby.

Toddler wearing....

help from the ergo/beco crowd

Onbuhimo?!?!

books

Am I the only one? and which pack carrier do you like the best?

mmm...ergo... *drool*

reviews

Best Carriers for Breastfeeding

Beco baby carrier

Yippeeee!!

video on youtube

best carrier for a newborn

Making a podaegi out of a mei tai?

Babies Celebrated

my thrift store rocks!

Hi my name is Susan and I am addicted to baby wearing.....

ring sling recommendations

Age for a Ergo?

Wrap or Ergo

Stretchy and woven wrap resource!

alternative to ergo?

new carrier

Ode to antiques

Babywearing saves my life

best carrier for a new born

cool tip for backwearing

Packs, Ergos, and Podegis, Oh My!!!

Wearing baby helps with colic?

A Ride on Mother's Back

Hubby refuses to use carrier

NINO

Finally!! I-dra Mai Tai photos!

Introducing myself

you've been here all along

Amautik Coat for baby carrying

my website is up!

Carrier roll call!!

grateful

I'm so totally loving my pouch!

mmm...ergo... drool