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OHbaby! Forums : Baby Carriers https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:42:48 +0000 Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:54:38 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.04 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=36166 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I just ordered a manduca- my husband...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1203024&title=baby-carriers#1203024 Author: lostAmber
Subject: 36166
Posted: 18 November 2010 at 2:54pm

I just ordered a manduca- my husband is going to shoot me lol.]]> Thu, 18 Nov 2010 14:54:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1203024&title=baby-carriers#1203024 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I have a storchenwiege, a bit...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1191878&title=baby-carriers#1191878 Author: High9
Subject: 36166
Posted: 03 November 2010 at 10:11pm

I have a storchenwiege, a bit pricey - mine was $170 but I highly recommend it - it's great! Makes carrying DD like a feather! ]]> Wed, 03 Nov 2010 22:11:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1191878&title=baby-carriers#1191878 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Sarah i'm going to try and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1187514&title=baby-carriers#1187514 Author: lostAmber
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Posted: 29 October 2010 at 9:40am

Sarah i'm going to try and get around today. All things going well.]]> Fri, 29 Oct 2010 09:40:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1187514&title=baby-carriers#1187514 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : snap zatonz, thats what I'm...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1183487&title=baby-carriers#1183487 Author: Babykatnz
Subject: 36166
Posted: 22 October 2010 at 10:36pm

snap zatonz, thats what I'm hoping too, I see in the stall lists that slingbabies has a stall, so hopefully they'll bring their library along to have a play with!

Edited by Babykatnz]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 22:36:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1183487&title=baby-carriers#1183487 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : have decided to have a look at...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1183415&title=baby-carriers#1183415 Author: zatonz
Subject: 36166
Posted: 22 October 2010 at 9:11pm

have decided to have a look at slingbabies who will hopefuly be at the akl baby and parenting show and see if they have ones i can try on and see which is better. hopefully all the sites will still be having their sales tho!]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 21:11:30 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1183415&title=baby-carriers#1183415 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : And mothers instinct. But tweedle...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1183091&title=baby-carriers#1183091 Author: BessieBear
Subject: 36166
Posted: 22 October 2010 at 2:46pm

And mothers instinct. But tweedle ones are cheaper.

LA. I've only just seen your post but you didn't come this morning. the baby girl giving you a hard time??

]]> Fri, 22 Oct 2010 14:46:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1183091&title=baby-carriers#1183091 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Tweedle ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181739&title=baby-carriers#1181739 Author: weegee
Subject: 36166
Posted: 20 October 2010 at 8:24pm

Tweedle

]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:24:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181739&title=baby-carriers#1181739 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : so many choices, having decided...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181623&title=baby-carriers#1181623 Author: zatonz
Subject: 36166
Posted: 20 October 2010 at 5:48pm

so many choices, having decided yes to ergo, then manduca just had a look at the beco, that looks great too. can you get them in nz tho, and through who? ta]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 17:48:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181623&title=baby-carriers#1181623 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : BessieBear wrote:Sure LA. You...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181522&title=baby-carriers#1181522 Author: lostAmber
Subject: 36166
Posted: 20 October 2010 at 3:37pm

BessieBear wrote:

Sure LA. You can borrow it if you like. I don't use it.

ooh cool, thanks! I can pick it up friday morning if you're home? it will be my first couple of hours away from olivia as my aunty has offered to come and look after her.]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:37:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181522&title=baby-carriers#1181522 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I still want a Becco. To decided...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181438&title=baby-carriers#1181438 Author: BessieBear
Subject: 36166
Posted: 20 October 2010 at 1:58pm

I still want a Becco. To decided which one now. Gah I wish there wasn't so many to choose between.]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:58:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181438&title=baby-carriers#1181438 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Sure LA. You can borrow it if...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181436&title=baby-carriers#1181436 Author: BessieBear
Subject: 36166
Posted: 20 October 2010 at 1:57pm

Sure LA. You can borrow it if you like. I don't use it. ]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 13:57:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181436&title=baby-carriers#1181436 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : If you are looking to sell your...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181326&title=baby-carriers#1181326 Author: lostAmber
Subject: 36166
Posted: 20 October 2010 at 12:00pm

If you are looking to sell your Moby, I would be tempted to buy it lol. Or sarah, perhaps I could borrow yours first and see if I like it?]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 12:00:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181326&title=baby-carriers#1181326 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Mrs_R wrote: WestiesGirl...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181044&title=baby-carriers#1181044 Author: WestiesGirl
Subject: 36166
Posted: 20 October 2010 at 12:29am

Mrs_R wrote:

WestiesGirl wrote:

Great thread. I have a Manduca in the post, cant wait to try it out

Me too!!!

Mine arrived yesterday and I am in

with it. Im tempted to sell my Moby and Mei Tai now

]]> Wed, 20 Oct 2010 00:29:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1181044&title=baby-carriers#1181044 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : WestiesGirl wrote:Great thread....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1180840&title=baby-carriers#1180840 Author: Mrs_R
Subject: 36166
Posted: 19 October 2010 at 8:07pm

WestiesGirl wrote:

Great thread. I have a Manduca in the post, cant wait to try it out

Me too!!!

]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:07:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1180840&title=baby-carriers#1180840 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Ooh! Thanks for the link! I had...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178527&title=baby-carriers#1178527 Author: High9
Subject: 36166
Posted: 16 October 2010 at 7:58am

Ooh! Thanks for the link! I had heard of that and tbh we've only used it a handful of times because it was so uncomfortable and the bit where they talk about the bike; I had wondered that! Also she did have a 'problem' with her hip but it wasn't related to the carrier. She didn't have a hip check at birth and the doctors at her 3 and 5 month check were worried because she didn't bare weight on her legs (normal) and had uneven leg rolls (just chubby). ]]> Sat, 16 Oct 2010 07:58:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178527&title=baby-carriers#1178527 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Great thread. I have a Manduca...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178515&title=baby-carriers#1178515 Author: WestiesGirl
Subject: 36166
Posted: 16 October 2010 at 12:27am

Great thread. I have a Manduca in the post, cant wait to try it out

]]> Sat, 16 Oct 2010 00:27:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178515&title=baby-carriers#1178515 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Lil_Nic9 wrote: I also have...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178490&title=baby-carriers#1178490 Author: HippyMama
Subject: 36166
Posted: 15 October 2010 at 10:47pm

Lil_Nic9 wrote:

I also have a baby carrier Elite carrier, it's great but doesn't fit DP (too small) and is too big for my hips thus is very uncomfy!

I just thought I'd come back to this comment, I had to go and rummage around my Facebook to find it, but figured you and others might find this article a good read on why frontpacks like the Elite are not as 'sound' as other carriers:

What is crotch-dangling?

KatzWtgn wrote:

HippyMama wrote:

Ring slings I can't personally lend much experience to as I never really got the hang of adjusting the rails properly - but I know some people adore them and favor them over pouch slings for the very reason that they are adjustable to different body shapes / heights / sizes etc.

I'm really glad you love your ring sling and it suits your carrying style with your DS - I must say I really love the look of ring slings and they do lend themselves quite well to being 'pretty' as well as practical.

]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2010 22:47:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178490&title=baby-carriers#1178490 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I have a unido which I used up...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178461&title=baby-carriers#1178461 Author: tiptoes
Subject: 36166
Posted: 15 October 2010 at 9:58pm

I have a unido which I used up till about 8 1/2 months - though there was a couple of months there where he was too big for laying down or I think it's called kangaroo style but not quite up to the hip carry. But by 7-8 months I was finding it a bit hard on my shoulder if he was in it for ages (like if he fell asleep) so I bought a Baby Hawk which I really like.

I was considering a manduca as I tried one at Slingbabies and really liked it but the Baby Hawk was about $100 cheaper and the main difference to me is that instead of the ease of clips, you tie it up yourself (though Baby Hawk have that option for the extra cost too).]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:58:27 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178461&title=baby-carriers#1178461 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : HippyMama wrote:Ring slings...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178239&title=baby-carriers#1178239 Author: KatzWtgn
Subject: 36166
Posted: 15 October 2010 at 5:03pm

I haven't tried a pouch sling, but I love my ring sling. I love the fact that DS can sit up in it easily with his weight on my hip (as opposed to my shoulders), but when he is sleepy, I can easily move him into more of a cradle position.

I find it easy to adjust - I just put it on, pop DS in, then pull!]]> Fri, 15 Oct 2010 17:03:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1178239&title=baby-carriers#1178239 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I'm 155cm and I found natures...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177675&title=baby-carriers#1177675 Author: HuMum
Subject: 36166
Posted: 14 October 2010 at 9:22pm

I'm 155cm and I found natures sway to big, so I got a pouch sling and love it. DS is 18mths and still loves being in it (albeit on the back now) Best thing was it fitted in my bag and fabric is styly so I can just hang it round my neck while he walks beside me.

They are quite cheap to on TM. So you can have a couple to match your warddrobe!]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2010 21:22:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177675&title=baby-carriers#1177675 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I have a woven wrap (well it's...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177665&title=baby-carriers#1177665 Author: High9
Subject: 36166
Posted: 14 October 2010 at 9:17pm

I have a woven wrap (well it's in the post) but borrowed one and DD (over 6 months) is comfy in it plus it's comfy for me and was the only one I could get in a big enough size to fit DP (I'm size 8, 50kg 160cm tall) (Dp 4XL 140kg, 195cm tall) it's so much comfier! I tried a Moby when DD was about 4 weeks, it was great but couldn't get it tight enough

I also have a baby carrier Elite carrier, it's great but doesn't fit DP (too small) and is too big for my hips thus is very uncomfy! ]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2010 21:17:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177665&title=baby-carriers#1177665 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I love my pouch slings for what...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177577&title=baby-carriers#1177577 Author: MrsMojo
Subject: 36166
Posted: 14 October 2010 at 7:53pm

I love my pouch slings for what I use them for (quick trips to the shops or picking up DD from kindy). On my wishlist is a manduca and a non-stretchy wrap.

]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2010 19:53:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177577&title=baby-carriers#1177577 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Yeah im 6-8 so quite little and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177515&title=baby-carriers#1177515 Author: Mum_mum
Subject: 36166
Posted: 14 October 2010 at 6:41pm

Yeah im 6-8 so quite little and about 157cms tall.

I tried the becco butterfly cos i liked the fact that even if you unbuckled the baby they were still in the harness making it easier to transfer to others. but found the harness bit too long for me.

Hence why I went Manduca cos there is no harness, much the same as to what the new gemini is I think...?]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2010 18:41:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1177515&title=baby-carriers#1177515 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I've tried most brands and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1176298&title=baby-carriers#1176298 Author: HippyMama
Subject: 36166
Posted: 13 October 2010 at 1:55pm

I've tried most brands and types of carrier, and have to say I absolutely *adore* my Manduca. I've had an Ergo, used it heaps with DD1 but she was a toddler when we had it and thus bigger - DD1 is much smaller and I found it didn't fit us as nicely as the Manduca does (personal thing there though).

I'm also a fan of the Kozy meitai, which is an asian style carrier with straps - very versatile as Delli has mentioned and comes in lots of pretty prints. There are a couple of different ABC styles / brands out there but IME the Kozy rates tops.

The Moby is good when they're quite little, IMO best from 0-6mo depending on size - after this I personally found that a woven wrap was of better use, it is a much firmer fabric (no stretch) and felt more supportive. They're also fabulous for back carries if you're up to learning that kind of thing.

And last but not least, pouch slings - LOVE my Unido pouch, so pretty and the best for very quick trips (ie: in and out of kind)... and is also the most compact when folded / rolled up. I never got the hang of cradle carry but it is awesome for hip carries from about 5/6mo plus.

Ring slings I can't personally lend much experience to as I never really got the hang of adjusting the rails properly - but I know some people adore them and favor them over pouch slings for the very reason that they are adjustable to different body shapes / heights / sizes etc.]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2010 13:55:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1176298&title=baby-carriers#1176298 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : Hannahbil, What do you by fit....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1176223&title=baby-carriers#1176223 Author: BessieBear
Subject: 36166
Posted: 13 October 2010 at 1:02pm

Hannahbil, What do you by fit. Are you a smalller build. I am quite a small build am a bit worries about that. I realy like the beco gemini. ]]> Wed, 13 Oct 2010 13:02:58 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1176223&title=baby-carriers#1176223 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I chose the Manduca as I found...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1175137&title=baby-carriers#1175137 Author: Mum_mum
Subject: 36166
Posted: 12 October 2010 at 7:57am

I chose the Manduca as I found that fit me better than the Beco I tried so if you can maybe try a couple on... ]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:57:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1175137&title=baby-carriers#1175137 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : We have a Moby, an Ergo and a...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1175076&title=baby-carriers#1175076 Author: Delli
Subject: 36166
Posted: 11 October 2010 at 10:15pm

We have a Moby, an Ergo and a Kozy.

Out of those three I would choose the Kozy as it is the most versatile. It's easiest and most comfortable for me to wear

]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 22:15:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1175076&title=baby-carriers#1175076 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I'll throw in a vote for...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1175056&title=baby-carriers#1175056 Author: yermasyada
Subject: 36166
Posted: 11 October 2010 at 9:56pm

I'll throw in a vote for the Ergo Performance

Very light weight. Front, back and hip carry positions. So easy to use. It has a cool little hood (hidden in a pocket) that you can use if they fall asleep or it starts to rain.

The moby is very comfy, but is no where near as quick to use. ]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 21:56:47 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1175056&title=baby-carriers#1175056 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : make that 4 for manduca... ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174858&title=baby-carriers#1174858 Author: Mum_me
Subject: 36166
Posted: 11 October 2010 at 7:04pm

make that 4 for manduca...]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 19:04:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174858&title=baby-carriers#1174858 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : 3 for manduca. ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174559&title=baby-carriers#1174559 Author: BessieBear
Subject: 36166
Posted: 11 October 2010 at 2:01pm

3 for manduca.
]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 14:01:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174559&title=baby-carriers#1174559 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I have a moby and manduca. Defiantly...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174336&title=baby-carriers#1174336 Author: Nothing
Subject: 36166
Posted: 11 October 2010 at 11:27am

I have a moby and manduca. Defiantly the manduca, so easy to use, DD just sits there silent, and she will even sleep (a miracle!)]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 11:27:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174336&title=baby-carriers#1174336 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : I have a moby, pouch sling and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174189&title=baby-carriers#1174189 Author: E&L+1
Subject: 36166
Posted: 11 October 2010 at 9:09am

I have a moby, pouch sling and a manduca.

I would choose manduca over the others it's comfortable easy to use and versatile. Plus DP will use it too

]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:09:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1174189&title=baby-carriers#1174189 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : As you know, I have the moby and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1173936&title=baby-carriers#1173936 Author: Mum2ET
Subject: 36166
Posted: 10 October 2010 at 7:04pm

As you know, I have the moby and Manduca and tried the D&V sling and if I had to choose my favourite, it would be the Manduca. Easy to use, Tom loves it, can be used from newborn to 20kg and be used back and front, comfortable (have had it on for 4-5 hrs and it was great) and it looks good

]]> Sun, 10 Oct 2010 19:04:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1173936&title=baby-carriers#1173936 <![CDATA[Baby Carriers : If you could choose just one....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1173846&title=baby-carriers#1173846 Author: BessieBear
Subject: 36166
Posted: 10 October 2010 at 5:02pm

If you could choose just one. What would it be?? There are so many.
I've tired a Natures sway sling and a moby and like neither.
Love these new printed things Becco, Ergo, manduca, babyhawk....!!
But which one to choose.

What have you got, why did you get that one and not another??]]> Sun, 10 Oct 2010 17:02:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=36166&PID=1173846&title=baby-carriers#1173846