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Cybex 2.Go Combines Best of All Baby Carriers

LilSugar — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:00:30 -0700

Wear your baby in style! Though Baby Bjorn made carriers mainstream, companies like Ergo, LilleBaby and Belle, not to mention all of the sling manufacturers, have given mothers many options.

When we took our first look at the European import Cybex last Spring, we were interested in the 2.Go baby carrier – a cross between the Baby Bjorn and Ergo that comes in bright colors. Working with orthopedists and midwives, the company designed the carrier to place 70 percent of the weight distribution on the hips, rather than the back and shoulders. With five different carrying positions – allowing parents to use it when their child is between eight and 40 pounds – the 2.Go proves versatile.

To see what really impressed us, as well as some photos of how the 2.Go works, read more.

The 2.Go's seat and headrest can be expanded to accommodate growing bodies - with a simple unzip, the seat converts into the spread-squat position that doctors recommend for infants. The zipper can also be closed to move the hips closer together for older tots. The well-padded straps didn't dig into my shoulders and the removable bib made for easy laundering. The all-in-one carrier also makes it an economical purchase for mamas tightening their purse strings!

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Krazy For Kokopax Carrier!

babysugar — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:00:00 -0700

My weekly trip to the grocery store can be harried with a two-year-old and an infant, but if I can put one of them on my back then life is easier. When Kokopax sent us a backpack to review, I jumped at the opportunity to test it out and lighten my load. A fan of the classic Baby Bjorn, I wasn't sure that Kokopax would make chores any simpler than the front baby carrier. Certainly the Bjorn and other models like it allow for closeness and warmth, but the Kokopax gives mom the freedom to hold a full load in her arms while baby sits pretty behind her.

10 Sassy Slings

babysugar — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:00:00 -0700

Slings are by no means a new invention - women have been strapping their children to their sides for ages as it provides closeness, comfort and ease. Straight out of the womb, most wee ones crave being held tight or swaddled as it reminds them of their embryonic stage. Aside from the encircled fabrics providing a place for baby, they offer a mother support to go about her business while keeping an eye on her offspring. A popular new mom "must have," there are loads of options in a plethora of styles and colors. Check them out!

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Match the Celeb Mamas and Papas With Their Baby Carriers!

LilSugar — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:00:41 -0700

Every parent has a preference when it comes to the best way to tote their tot. From strollers and baby carriers to the age old baby-on-the-hip, it takes some time to determine what works best. Take this quiz and see if you know which baby carriers celeb parents chose to keep their hands free.

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Which mama took the hands-free approach to getting through the airport toting her daughter in a Baby Bjorn?

Mommy Preview: Cybex Baby Goods Enter USA

LilSugar — Tue, 19 May 2009 07:00:38 -0700

One of Europe's leading baby goods manufacturers, Cybex, is making its first foray into the US market this Summer. Led by an 18-year veteran of the industry, who created the leading car seat in Germany and relaunched Maclaren in that market, Cybex plans to begin introducing its urban, fashionable strollers, car seats and baby carriers to specialty retailers in August. We were invited to a sneak peek of the line, and found it to be design-conscience and functional. Though many of the pieces appear to be similar versions of Maclaren, Baby Bjorn and Phil & Ted products, it is obvious that the designers had moms in mind with the color combinations and features. Check out what they will be offering.

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Win One of Five Serena & Lily Spring Slings!

LilSugar — Mon, 11 May 2009 07:00:54 -0700

It's Spring so pop your babe in a sling and get outside and enjoy the great outdoors! Toting your tot in a carrier allows them a close physical connection while keeping mama's hands free. We've partnered with our friends at Serena & Lily to give readers the chance to win one of five fabulous organic Prague Market Slings ($129). Throughout the entire month of May, Serena & Lily will donate care packages to homeless children through Project Night Night for each Market Sling sold.

To enter, you must log in and take the quiz below. Your eligibility is not based on getting the answers correct, just by completing the fun quiz once you are logged in. You do, however, need to be a TeamSugar member and log in before you take the quiz. If you're not already a member, just register here for an account. One quiz entry per person; all repeat quizzes will be ignored.

The contest is open to US residents only and ends on May 15, 2009, at 11:59 p.m. (PDT). For Official Rules, click here.

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Baby Carriers to Suit Every Need

LilSugar — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:00:11 -0700

Finding a comfortable, efficient way to tote your baby on a stroll to the park is incredibly personal. While some mamas prefer to push their tots in a stroller, others opt for a closer experience by carrying their lil one on their body. From carriers in the front to those on the hip to baby slings, there are plenty of options for all parents. Take a look at some of my favorite styles in this slideshow. Source

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Hippychick Hipseat For When Mama's Back Needs a Break!

LilSugar — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 09:00:04 -0800

Although women's bodies were designed with wider hips to carry around our lil ones, sometimes it doesn't work that well. A mom's body can ache at the end of a long day toting around a toddler - especially the clingy ones that insist on being carried everywhere. The makers of the Hippychick Hipseat ($52) have an admirable solution for your youngster and your sore back.

The hipseat snaps around your waist like a belt but has a built in padded foam shelf for your child to sit on and support their weight. The seat provides added comfort and protection for your back by keeping your spine straight, something that is difficult to do. Manufactured by a company in the UK where extended walking is an integral part of life, the hipseat is endorsed by osteopaths, chiropractors, and health centers. It comes in a variety of colors from black to burgundy and also has an inner pocket to secure small items like cash or credit cards. It fits children ages 6 months to 3 years and ships to the United States.

Toy Box: Baby Sling For Your Lil Copycat

LilSugar — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 12:00:18 -0800

Monkey see, monkey do, right? You can be sure your older darling will want to take care of her baby dolls the same way you do her baby sister. Hotslings, the baby carrier company known for its pouch-style slings that come in a variety of beautiful, stylish fabrics, has created miniature versions of its bestsellers just for your lil copycat. Kidslings ($20) come in a dozen fabrics for both boys and girls and are perfectly sized for toddlers and preschoolers looking to tote stuffed animals, favorite trucks, and precious dolls throughout the day. I wonder if toys benefit as much from attachment parenting as their owners do?

Lil Find: Belle Baby Carriers

LilSugar — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:00:07 -0800

Baby carriers can make life easier on parents who need their hands free, but it can also be rough on a baby toting mom or dad's hips and back. Belle Baby Carriers ($90, $100 for organic carriers) use a five point harness system that helps to alleviate this strain on the parents while still allowing wee ones to enjoy the benefits of being in a carrier. They allow for kids to face outwards or inwards, but I especially love the color choices, which makes them seem a little more stylish than similar products out there. What's more? Eco friendly parents will enjoy that for only ten dollars more, you can score an organic carrier.