Diaper Swappers

Mika · 12-25-2012, 02:57 PM

So, I got the baby Bjorn as a gift when my son was born, but soon after I read that it's not good for the baby's legs or something like that, bottom line it was not good.
So I started researching other carriers, I understand that the RGO is the best one out there but it's way too expensive for me.
I was thinking of getting the Moby but I think that's better for newborns, my baby is 9 weeks and already 12.4 pounds.
Then a friend said she uses the Mei Tai by babyhawk and is very happy with it, but again, it's too expensive.
I saw some mei tais on ebay for less but I am a little scared to buy them ...
Any suggestions on where I can find an affordable good carrier?
About me: I am a very thin girl and I am afraid I may have a hard time carrying my baby around in a carrier when he gets bigger, maybe a sling would make more sense for me? ... anybody else has this problem?
Thanks.

cacasey1981 · 12-25-2012, 04:20 PM

You can look for some on the FSOT boards for a more affordablr carrier. I am sure there are more knowledgable people on here but I am a fan of SSC like the boba or ergo. They are expensive but they will last a lot longer than the cheaper ones. I can use them with my 4 year old and you could never do that with a bjorn.

I saved up and waited for a sale before I bought mine.

Bentley'sMomma · 12-25-2012, 04:44 PM

There's a infantino mei tai for $35. I got mine from babies r us with a 20% off coupon. I much prefer my ring sling and Boba/ergos, but for an ergonomically correct and adjustable carrier, the price can't be beat!

bluedaisyma · 12-25-2012, 07:33 PM

I wouldn't get the infantino. You can get a much more reputable one for that price used on here, thebabywearer or Craigslist. Ergos also can go for cheap, even knew, but I would argue that they are not the "best ssc out there" by any means.

bluedaisyma · 12-25-2012, 07:36 PM

Oh and in a mei tai, woven wrap or ssc, you won't have any trouble carrying him even he gets bigger. I see little 10-12 yr old girls wearing their siblings all the time in carriers.

waterisntsomething · 12-25-2012, 08:51 PM

You title made me

. I read it in Scooby Doo's voice.

12-25-2012, 02:57 PM	#1
Mika Registered Users Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 3	Mei rai? Moby? So, I got the baby Bjorn as a gift when my son was born, but soon after I read that it's not good for the baby's legs or something like that, bottom line it was not good. So I started researching other carriers, I understand that the RGO is the best one out there but it's way too expensive for me. I was thinking of getting the Moby but I think that's better for newborns, my baby is 9 weeks and already 12.4 pounds. Then a friend said she uses the Mei Tai by babyhawk and is very happy with it, but again, it's too expensive. I saw some mei tais on ebay for less but I am a little scared to buy them ... Any suggestions on where I can find an affordable good carrier? About me: I am a very thin girl and I am afraid I may have a hard time carrying my baby around in a carrier when he gets bigger, maybe a sling would make more sense for me? ... anybody else has this problem? Thanks.

12-25-2012, 04:20 PM	#2
cacasey1981 Registered Users Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: NorCal Posts: 2,001 Ratings: 5 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	You can look for some on the FSOT boards for a more affordablr carrier. I am sure there are more knowledgable people on here but I am a fan of SSC like the boba or ergo. They are expensive but they will last a lot longer than the cheaper ones. I can use them with my 4 year old and you could never do that with a bjorn. I saved up and waited for a sale before I bought mine. __________________ Wife to Brandon - my high school sweetheart (Oct 00), delaying vaccs as best we can and WOH parents to Trent (Nov 08) our intact, formerly ERF, slightly son and Lilly (May 12) our , maybe one day , and (for now) daughter (my hypnobaby).

12-25-2012, 07:33 PM	#4
bluedaisyma Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 6,799 Ratings: 27 Feedback: 100%	I wouldn't get the infantino. You can get a much more reputable one for that price used on here, thebabywearer or Craigslist. Ergos also can go for cheap, even knew, but I would argue that they are not the "best ssc out there" by any means. __________________ Jul, Mama to 1/2 dozen boys; and been doing those "off-beat" parenting things way before they were cool and learning more each day!

12-25-2012, 07:36 PM	#5
bluedaisyma Registered Users Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 6,799 Ratings: 27 Feedback: 100%	Oh and in a mei tai, woven wrap or ssc, you won't have any trouble carrying him even he gets bigger. I see little 10-12 yr old girls wearing their siblings all the time in carriers. __________________ Jul, Mama to 1/2 dozen boys; and been doing those "off-beat" parenting things way before they were cool and learning more each day!

12-25-2012, 08:51 PM	#6
waterisntsomething Registered Users Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Virginia Posts: 2,730 Ratings: 16 Feedback: 100% My Mood:	Re: Mei rai? Moby? You title made me . I read it in Scooby Doo's voice. __________________ Hilary, loving Charles , mama to Charlie 1-21-12 Sweet Bunny Bottoms Upcycled woolies available on Facebook and Etsy! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sweet-...8887177?ref=hl http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetbunnywool