Pikkolo and Tula? Or something else?
I currently have a Moby Wrap, a Maya Wrap (ring sling) and a Pikkolo carrier. My sister just gave me a Tula, which is another soft-structured carrier like the Pikkolo. However, she gave me the gift receipt and encouraged me to exchange it for a different carrier if I'd rather. From the looking I've done online, I don't see any major differences between the Tula and the Pikkolo that would benefit me from having both. Anyone have a different experience? If you don't think it's worth it to have both the Tula and the Pikkolo, any suggestions on other carriers I should check out, based on what I already have? I did a TON of babywearing with DD1 (until she was about 2 and just ready to be out and moving herself), and I anticipate doing a lot with DD2 as well, so I do like having options for carriers. Thanks!
Pikkolo and Tula? Or something else?
I've owned both and like the Tula better. I got the pikkolo when DS1 was a few months old. We used it a ton. I sold my pikkolo when Ds2 was 10 months old and got a Tula. It's much more comfortable for larger infants. I did like how the pikkolo straps crossed in the back and the body cinched up. But once baby gets to be 15 lbs or so, the Tula is much more supportive. There's a big waist band (pikkolo doesn't have that), and the body is softer and floppies, so it molds to baby better than the thicker pikkolo canvas. And Tulas are waaaaaay better for back carries. I did use the baby k'tan with DS2 for the first 1.5 months. I think a moby and a Tula are a great combo. Tulas also hold their value really well.