New Mommys

Wrap Sling Baby

Have any of you used a baby sling, and if so what is your opinion on them?

I am considering buying a wrap sling like the Maya sling for my new baby. If you have used one, what’s your opinion on them? Did/Do you use them often? Do you like them? Any recommendations on which ones are the best?

I used a Maya Wrap with my daughter from the time she was 4 months (when it got it) until she was 17 months old. She got a little too big for me to comfortably wear her on one shoulder, but I figure over a year of use for an item that I paid $35 for (I got it through La Leche League) wasn't a bad deal. When she was 17 months old I got a mei tai (Asian baby carrier) and I loooooooove that, still use it on my 25 month old. My daughter knows it's her carrier, and the few times I've tried loaning it to friends who needed it turned into a bit of a disaster (she got upset that they were using it and wanted it right away!) Personally, with this new baby (I'm due in October) I plan on using a pouch when it's a newborn, a ring sling (like a Maya Wrap) when it's an infant, and a mei tai when it's a toddler, using a wrap (simple piece of cloth.) I'm a certified babycarrier junkie, lol.

For a newbie, I would suggest going to a Nine In Nine Out meeting. Nine In Nine Out (NINO) is a group devoted to teaching people about babywearing. They'll let you try out the different baby carriers so you can find the one that best fits you and your needs. You might also try registering for an account on thebabywearer.com's (TBW) forums. You can find used carriers for relatively cheap (you have to search and research your brands. Some carriers will seem expensive, because people are asking for $100 for them, but they're quality materials and a good name brand. Personally, my husband would never be ok with me spending that kind of money on a carrier, but I hear they're fantastic!) Between the NINO meetings and TBW, you should be able to save yourself a lot of time and money. I also recommend buying the DVD "Tummy to Tummy," it's sold by NINO and it's AMAZING! I've learned SO much from the DVD, it's the best $20 you can spend if you're seriously interested in babywearing.

Amazon.com Great Deals on Wrap Sling Baby.

	Moby Wrap Original 100% Cotton Solid Baby Carrier, Black List Price: $39.95 Sale Price: $34.00 Average Rating:
	Be comfortable. The superior design of the Moby Wrap uses your entire back, as well as your shoulders, to carry the weight of your baby. Unlike other carriers, which have narrow straps or go across one shoulder, the Moby Wrap is a wide piece of fabric that is wrapped over both shoulders...

	Sleepy Wrap Classic Wrap Baby Carrier, Gray, 0-18 Months List Price: $39.95 Sale Price: $39.95 Average Rating:
	Sleepy Wrap was born out of the dream of the ideal baby carrier void of buckles, rings, hard parts, pinching straps or stretched out fabric. Simplicity and comfort were key. An active mom in love with her newborn was our model...

	Moby Wrap Organic Cotton Baby Carrier, Eggplant List Price: $59.95 Sale Price: $58.45 Average Rating:
	5510337 Features: -Color: Eggplant. -Material: Organic Cotton. -Uses the entire back and shoulders to the distribute weight. -Comfortable and easy to wear. -No buckles, snaps or other fasteners. -Wide piece of fabric to wrap over both shoulders...

	Moby Wrap Baby Carrier Designs, Owl List Price: $44.95 Sale Price: $44.95 Average Rating:
	The design of the MobyTM Wrap uses your entire back, as well as your shoulders, to carry the weight of your baby. Unlike other carriers, which have narrow straps or go across one shoulder, the MobyTM Wrap is a wide piece of fabric that is wrapped over both shoulders...

	Moby Wrap UV 50+ SPF Baby Carrier, Sand List Price: $44.95 Sale Price: $35.00 Average Rating:
	The design of the Moby Wrap uses your entire back, as well as your shoulders, to carry the weight of your baby. Unlike other carriers, which have narrow straps or go across one shoulder, the Moby Wrap is a wide piece of fabric that is wrapped over both shoulders...

	Original Maya Wrap Sling (Not Padded)-Bright Stripes List Price: $59.95 Sale Price: $59.95 Average Rating:
	Versatile-Your baby or toddler can be carried in front, hip, back, reclining, nursing, and kangaroo carry positions. The Maya Wrap Sling can be used as a lightweight blanket, shopping cart safety strap, or as a "leash" while your toddler explores...

	Balboa Baby Adjustable Sling by Dr. Sears-Brown Signature List Price: $59.99 Sale Price: $52.99 Average Rating:
	Designed to grow as your baby does, our Adjustable Ring Sling - Brown has a unique contoured padded strap that evenly distributes your baby's weight, a covered elastic trim ensures baby's safe and a deep pocket designed to keep baby snug and secure.

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Moby Wrap Baby Carrier - Chocolate $39.95 Be Comfortable The design of the Moby Wrap uses your entire back, as well as your shoulders, to carry the weight of your baby. Unlike other carriers, which have narrow straps or go across one shoulder, the Moby Wrap is a wide piece of fabric that is wrapped over both shoulders. It is amazingly comfortable and easy to wear. There are no buckles, snaps or other fasteners. It is easy to adjust the fit of your Moby Wrap by varying how tightly you wrap yourself and your baby. Be Secure The Moby Wrap comes with an easy to follow instructional guide and a website with the latest news, tips and techniques. With the single stretch cotton and the width of the Moby Wrap, your baby is wrapped close and tight, insuring a secure hold. Your baby's head can also be secured under the stretchy cotton fabric for added safety. You can finally have both hands free and know your baby is safe and secure. Be Close There is not a lot of extra material or bulky padding between you and your baby. Your baby can hear your heartbeat and finds comfort in the warmth of your body, and sound of your heartbeat within the cuddly confines of the Moby Wrap. Preemie to 35 lbs The Moby Wrap is an optimal baby carrier for premature infants. Preemies are often prescribed to practice "kangaroo care" and this skin-to-skin practice used to increase birth weight can be easily achieved while wearing the Moby Wrap. The Moby Wrap is long enough to adapt to your growing baby. The fabric can hold up to 45 lbs, and most people feel comfortable carrying up to 35 lbs. Soothing It is amazing how quickly a baby will settle down once wrapped in the Moby Wrap. Experts like Dr. Sears, stress the importance of holding your baby often and close. The Moby Wrap allows you to do this with ease. The style of the wrap insures your baby is uniquely close, while providing ultimate comfort and support. No more aching backs or tired arms! Now your baby can be kept close and happy for as long as he or she desires. Versatile There are many ways to wear your Moby Wrap. Your can wear your baby facing you, facing the world, sideways or on your back. When not being used as a carrier, the Moby can be used as blanket, pillow or anything else that comes to mind. Machine washable The Moby Wrap is easy to clean. You can machine wash your Moby in cold water and tumble dry low. Slight shrinkage after washing may occur. Once you start wearing your Moby again, it will stretch out. Benefits of the Moby Wrap: Provides pleasure, warmth, security and sound, all essential to healthy development Lowers the level of stress in the infant and parent Holds baby, leaving the parent's hands for work and activities Helps meet baby's security needs: baby can feel, smell, hear and see parent Develops a strong and secure attachment to parents Communicates to children that they are loved, safe, secure and cared for Allows children to be at the center of activity rather than being the center of attention, which is a healthy atmos

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Moby Wrap Baby Carrier - Black $39.95 Be Comfortable The design of the Moby Wrap uses your entire back, as well as your shoulders, to carry the weight of your baby. Unlike other carriers, which have narrow straps or go across one shoulder, the Moby Wrap is a wide piece of fabric that is wrapped over both shoulders. It is amazingly comfortable and easy to wear. There are no buckles, snaps or other fasteners. It is easy to adjust the fit of your Moby Wrap by varying how tightly you wrap yourself and your baby. Be Secure The Moby Wrap comes with an easy to follow instructional guide and a website with the latest news, tips and techniques. With the single stretch cotton and the width of the Moby Wrap, your baby is wrapped close and tight, insuring a secure hold. Your baby's head can also be secured under the stretchy cotton fabric for added safety. You can finally have both hands free and know your baby is safe and secure. Be Close There is not a lot of extra material or bulky padding between you and your baby. Your baby can hear your heartbeat and finds comfort in the warmth of your body, and sound of your heartbeat within the cuddly confines of the Moby Wrap. Preemie to 35 lbs The Moby Wrap is an optimal baby carrier for premature infants. Preemies are often prescribed to practice "kangaroo care" and this skin-to-skin practice used to increase birth weight can be easily achieved while wearing the Moby Wrap. The Moby Wrap is long enough to adapt to your growing baby. The fabric can hold up to 45 lbs, and most people feel comfortable carrying up to 35 lbs. Soothing It is amazing how quickly a baby will settle down once wrapped in the Moby Wrap. Experts like Dr. Sears, stress the importance of holding your baby often and close. The Moby Wrap allows you to do this with ease. The style of the wrap insures your baby is uniquely close, while providing ultimate comfort and support. No more aching backs or tired arms! Now your baby can be kept close and happy for as long as he or she desires. Versatile There are many ways to wear your Moby Wrap. Your can wear your baby facing you, facing the world, sideways or on your back. When not being used as a carrier, the Moby can be used as blanket, pillow or anything else that comes to mind. Machine washable The Moby Wrap is easy to clean. You can machine wash your Moby in cold water and tumble dry low. Slight shrinkage after washing may occur. Once you start wearing your Moby again, it will stretch out. Benefits of the Moby Wrap: Provides pleasure, warmth, security and sound, all essential to healthy development Lowers the level of stress in the infant and parent Holds baby, leaving the parent's hands for work and activities Helps meet baby's security needs: baby can feel, smell, hear and see parent Develops a strong and secure attachment to parents Communicates to children that they are loved, safe, secure and cared for Allows children to be at the center of activity rather than being the center of attention, which is a healthy atmos