I can't speak to a SSC for a newborn as we did not start carrying DD until she was 5 months old. I had a Connecta and LOVED IT. For me, it was a matter of simplicty, speed and physical comfort.
I just wanted to say that I was like you, I just did not feel comfortable with the idea of a wrap. I tried and it just did not jive for us. I tried a sling once and DD HATED IT. Later, I would learn that DD hates to be mushed or confined or cozied in any way.
Lots of people will still encourage you to try the sling or the wrap. One woman I was acquainted with IRL who makes wraps basically scolded me one day when she saw our stroller (before we had the Connecta). I just wanted to say that I think it is great that you want to try babywearing and don't worry about the people who will try to talk you in to a wrap, even though you have clearly stated it's not for you. Our bodies are not all built the same, our babies are not all built the same and our handiness, skill levels, and lifestyles are not all the same.
Best of luck to you finding an SSC that works well for you! You have some great recommendations here!
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A-M
happy mother to DD1, 7/08 & DD2, 2/12
charter member of the BBB I Love Brussels Sprouts Society, 1/11
I believe in the power of BBB Good Mojo.
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