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5 Lightweight and Comfortable Baby Carriers

Heather Dale — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 05:31:34 PDT

The muggy, warm weather has arrived. And for moms, this can mean trying to calm a baby in a hot stroller while out running errands. Baby carriers - unlike slings, which are worn diagonally and have been recalled - are a great way to carry your baby since they keep your hands free and provide the comfort of being held for your baby. To help keep you and your baby cool this Summer, I've found these stylish, lightweight, and very comfortable baby carriers, which are sure to do just that.

Gisele Bundchen Carries Benjamin Brady in an Ergo!

LilSugar — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 11:04:26 PDT

Gisele Bundchen didn't feel pain giving birth or when toting lil baby Benjamin! The supermodel was spotted out twice yesterday with her son in an Ergo baby carrier. The three-way cotton ergonomic carrier ($105) is built to hold infants and tots in front, in back, or at the side and doesn't do a number on mama's back since it was created with comfort in mind. The Ergo is also a hands free carrier, which will come in handy when this new mama wants to hold her newborn close and still keep up with his big brother, Jack! We wonder if daddy Tom Brady will become a baby wearer? Maybe if he finds a carrier that showcases his New England Patriots pride!

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Mommy's Lil Helper: Peekaru

babysugar — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:00:48 PST

Prepared for this bundle of joy, I recently spruced up my Baby Bjorn for the inevitable new mommy errand running. Just like last time the rain has started and the Winter chill is settling in, but I'm not going to let it stop me from getting outside for a sanity check.

I'm ready to rock the Baby Bjorn with the nifty contraption called the Peekaru ($80). Eighty-five percent of the Peekaru vest is made from recycled high quality Polartec fleece and is Oeko-tex Standard 100 making it Eco-friendly for mama and baby. Available in five practical hues, the cozy vest zips up over most baby carriers, has pockets for stowing small accessories, and a peep hole for the wee one's noggin.

I Tote My Tot in a . . .

babysugar — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 11:00:02 PST

Many women love the feeling and ease that baby carriers offer. Mamas don't have to worry about managing a stroller or keeping both hands busy.

Slings are timeless but in recent years, inventions like the Baby Bjorn, Snugli, Ergo, and other carriers have flooded the market place making it tough for a mom to select one.

Did you have a baby carrier? If so, which one?

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Lil Links: It's a Boy For Lindsay Price and Curtis Stone

LilSugar — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:32:29 PST

Lindsay Price and Curtis Stone welcome a son - Celebrity Baby Blog
10 inspiring quotes about motherhood - The Stir
A parents guide to video games with guns - Tecca.com
Your healthiest Thanksgiving ever - Health
Ben Affleck is surrounded by his gorgeous girls - Celebrity Baby Scoop
The right way to get rid of post-baby belly flab - FitPregnancy
Tips for ensuring your family can sit together during Thanksgiving air travel - Parenting
Is this baby doll cursing? - The Bump
Does having a girl scare you? - Momformation
Grateful kids are healthier - Yahoo! Shine
ErgoBaby buys Orbit Baby and announces expansion - Child Mode

How Soon Did You Take Baby Out?

Rebecca M Gruber — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:24:33 PDT

Lil Willow's already a beach baby! Pink joined her husband, Carey Hart, her own mom, and 10-day-old Willow Sage for a walk and photo session along Malibu's pristine beaches yesterday. The new mama was spotted happily engaging in her new photography habit, while the new dad carried the tot close to his chest in an Ergo baby carrier.

The breezy walk probably provided the new family with some much needed fresh air, but the singer is already catching flack for this, and for a previous stroll she took last week. It seems some mamas don't think it's appropriate to take a newborn out in public. Last year, Dr. Oz told us:

I would not take the child out. There's no reason to expose the child to illnesses which they can easily weather as they get older . . . In the first couple weeks, I'd limit visitation to very close relatives who are healthy and people can come and look at the child, but they just should avoid touching the child.

When did you first take your tot out in public?

Lil Community: 5 Reasons New Moms Have to Have a Moby

Lil Community — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:05:49 PST

Motherhood can be mind-boggling! Beaner submitted this question in our The Mommy Club group.
Like most newborns, my little one loved being held all the time. But I quickly realized that I wouldn't be able to get anything done if my arms were continuously full of baby. I tried a bunch of carriers – the Baby Bjorn, Ergo, a ring sling, and a Mei Tai. None of them could compare with the ease, safety, and comfort of the Moby Wrap. I loved mine so much, I had to buy a second one. It's the gift I always show up with for baby showers because I feel it's a must have for new moms, one I honestly could not have lived without it. Here are five reasons why:

It's inexpensive and washable. At $40 a pop, you can afford to have two, so when one gets spit up on, you can use the clean one while the other is in the wash.
It feels the best on your back. Seriously, I have gone on a four-hour hike with the Moby and not a stitch of back pain. It's lightweight and doesn't feel at all bulky like some of the other carriers. The best part is that it allows the weight or your baby to be distributed evenly over both shoulders and your hips so you don't feel strained. And because the material is stretchy, it hugs your baby close to you so they feel amazingly secure. I could easily bend over to pick up a dropped toy without having to put my hands on her.
You can position your baby a number of ways. Face your baby toward you, face them out, or you can even wear your babe on your back.
Once you get the hang of it, you can nurse your newborn in it. I'm not kidding. One time I fed her while walking through a craft fair. No one had a clue.
It's a great way to help your baby take long naps. My little one didn't sleep well in her bassinet. After 20 minutes, she'd wake up and cry to be held. Once I started carrying her in the Moby, her naps increased to a few hours. She loved being so cozy and close to me, and it allowed me to have the freedom to leave the house without feeling like I had to get home to nap her. It also allowed me and my hubby to go out to dinner. I just popped her in the Moby and she would sleep through dessert.

As you can see, I am a huge fan. I loved the Moby when my daughter was first born, and at five and a half months, I still love it. There is nothing like the feeling of having your baby close to you. It is perfect for long walks and grocery shopping, and when you're in the house, if your babe is needing you just slide them in the Moby and you can still get to the dishes or make dinner. If you're debating about which carrier to buy, I would 100 percent recommend a Moby. It may look confusing, but once you learn how to tie it, the Moby will quickly become the item you never leave the house without.

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