carrier for 6 month old?

[martycw]

I'm new to this topic... I've been using a Bjorn and I have a hip hammock, but I didn't know there were other options. It seems like the slings etc. are mostly for tiny babies? Is that wrong? What are the options for older babies? Thanks for the help!

[Canna]

My DD is 6.5 months old and 90th percentile for weight and height. Here's what I find working for us in different ways. And yes...we have quite a few carriers.

In order from most comfortable to least comfortable:

Mei Tai/Asian Baby Carrier - it is still very comfortable for me to wear her on my front in this. I would put her in this rather than a stroller for going to the mall or a museum, for example. DH also wears this. Can still be used for a while after 6 months.

Ergo - not quite as comfy but quick to put on. Great for airports or something to toss on quickly at home if I need to do laundry or cook or carry something big down the stairs. DH likes this as well. And it can be used for a long time to come.

Unpadded ring sling - Mine's a Maya...it's not comfortable any more for really long walking trips, but it's easy to toss on for short trips in stores and it's good for nursing in.

Unpadded pouch - My favorite is a Lucky Baby. I keep this in the car in case I need it and have forgotten other carriers. Just today I used it to carry DD around Target for about 45 minutes and it was pretty comfortable. Super easy to use.

[DebbieJ]

You can use a sling for any size or age baby! Most have a weight limit of about 35 lbs.

My ds is 20 mo and we still use a ring sling, pouch, and mei tai on a regular basis.

For a six month old, I'd recommend a ring sling or an adjustable pouch. It's adjustable, so you can use it for different types of carries, and it will grow with you and your babe.

Ring slings:
www.zolowear.com (use code MDC for free shipping)
www.sleepingbaby.net
www.mayawrap.com (although you can buy these elsewhere as well. I got mind pretty cheap on eBay)

Adjustable pouches:
www.kangaroocorner.com
www.momandmepouch.com

Also, check out www.thebabywearer.com for TONS more info on different carrier types and where to buy them.

~ deb
DS born at home 12/03

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