RE: brittone2 - swings and boppies
I only have a few mins...have to get DS down for a nap but I wanted to respond. Your situation with the fibro is certainly unique and I can totally understand you need to do what you need to do. But not having her in "equipment" doesn't mean you have to hold her all day long either. Just vary what you put her in. Ideally no longer than 1.5 -2 hours per day in everything combined IMHO (other than crib), but again, you have to do what you have to do in your situation...I totally understand. You can also use things like the gymini (baby gym arch type thing), and just having her play on the floor in different positions. Lay her down in sidelying (prop something behind her and in front of her to keep her there) but only if you can supervise. If you might fall asleep, I'd put her somewhere safer like a crib, bassinet, etc. Change sides throughout the day, alternate with back and belly time (again, only on her belly when you can supervise). That variation in position is helpful without causing you to have to carry her everywhere. Just continue to change it up by providing your DD with lots and lots of floor time and other positions throughout the day, but again, only if you can supervise. If you need to nap, obviously the safest thing is to have her in the crib, bassinet, etc. (not sure if cosleeping is an option for you but it can be done safely. We still cosleep with our almost 13 month old DS).
As far as slings, rather than the "carrier" types like the bjorn, maybe try a Maya wrap, or a Kangaroo Korner pouch? I find those much comfier for mom and baby. Adjusted properly it should be easier to carry her than using your arms. If you are BFing, maybe try a LLL meeting if you can...there are usually slinging moms there who would probably love to loan you a sling to try at least for the meeting. That way you could see how it worked for you before spending money on one. The wider fabric vs. straps of the others can distribute the weight better, but there's a learning curve to getting them adjusted properly (check out peppermint.com for babywearing info).
Yes, her head can still change shape, but it is a good sign that it is nice and round so far :) It sounds like she's doing great developmentally. SHe'll push up using her arms most likely in the next month or two, no worries :)
Gotta run. Let me know if you have any more questions. Sorry about the pain from the fibro...I'm sure it is very challenging with a newborn. Hugs.
ETA...didn't think of this earlier but maybe check out the Amby baby hammock??
Mama to DS-2004
DD-2006
and a new addition-ds born march 2010