most comfy sling to breast feed in?

[MommyLyon]

Just wondering what would work here for me. I'm having this LO in early June. There for I'll be out and about constantly w/ my other boys who will be 5 and 6 then.
Most comfortable for the summer?
breast feeding?
Long time wear?
And stable enough for a lot of activity?

Thanks for the help!!!

[junipervt]

I was 1st able to bf in my new native pouch sling. Now that DD is bigger I prefer my baby hawk mei tai, but still keep my nn in my diaper bag just in case I need it.

[To-Fu]

Depending on the size of your baby, something like this might work really well:

http://www.walkingrockfarm.com/hip.php

It has been my favorite since my son was able to sit up on his own, etc. He is generally about mouth-level with the boob (as you can see in the photo on the website), and it's perfect for nursing.

[Narn]

I found the Kozy the easiest and most comfortable to nurse in. But I didn't get one until my LO was 20 lbs. I don't know how it would be with a newborn. But it is my favorite!

[MommyLyon]

Thank you! I checked all of them out. I'm still confused HA HA HA HA! It's hard when you can't try them on

Narn I found the Kozy the easiest and most comfortable to nurse in. But I didn't get one until my LO was 20 lbs. I don't know how it would be with a newborn. But it is my favorite!
Today 05:21 PM

Do you think this sling would work going camping? We camp a lot! I want something that will fit the outdoors 24/7. Does it mess with your shoulders at all?

Has anyone heard of hotslings? if so, what do you think? I found that one as I was browsing around. The reviews on it said it was more convenient because you didn't have to tie anything, plus it's very handy for breast feeding. Anyone familiar w/ this product?

So, i'm still confused!!! LOL

Oh yeah, my other two babes were around 6 pounds when born, if that helps any LOL

[junipervt]

I've found that I don't like how shallow the pouch is in the hotsling. I prefer the deeper pouch of the new native. when I nursed dd in it I had her up right like this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwTXZTb-6D0

[liseux]

MommyLyon, I've been in a similar spot, 2 active boys & tons of errands & activities to bring the 3rd along to. I tried all types of carriers & love them all for different things, but for nursing a newborn I can't find anything that works for me better than a maya wrap. I know its not ideal that its on one shoulder, but in the very early days, when they are teeny, it really isn't bad. I love that its adjustable, I can put baby really high up, turn him slightly to nurse & then tuck the tail of the sling under itself so it hides any chub that might be showing from my belly! I could walk around the store nursing & shopping & noone had a clue.

[liseux]

I reread your first post & yes, I think the maya wrap is good for summer, they wear similar stuff in Guatemala & its hot there! I found it to breathe pretty well.

[MommyLyon]

Originally Posted by liseux

MommyLyon, I've been in a similar spot, 2 active boys & tons of errands & activities to bring the 3rd along to. I tried all types of carriers & love them all for different things, but for nursing a newborn I can't find anything that works for me better than a maya wrap. I know its not ideal that its on one shoulder, but in the very early days, when they are teeny, it really isn't bad. I love that its adjustable, I can put baby really high up, turn him slightly to nurse & then tuck the tail of the sling under itself so it hides any chub that might be showing from my belly! I could walk around the store nursing & shopping & noone had a clue.

Thank you, that is exactly what I am looking for. I think the Maya wrap is for me. I will give it a try
Thanks so much, It's so hard to shop for something you can't try on, or in my case no nothing about. LOL
Do you know of a good site to by this wrap from?
How do you know which size is right for you?

[MommyLyon]

Originally Posted by liseux

I reread your first post & yes, I think the maya wrap is good for summer, they wear similar stuff in Guatemala & its hot there! I found it to breathe pretty well.

This eased my mind also. It gets very hot in the summer, I was a little worried about wrapping the LO in more cloth
Plus we spend a lot of time at the lake, we have shade, but it gets hot!

Thanks again for your input

[Siera]

I use the maya wrap, too, and agree that it is so easy to nurse in. Highly recommend!!

[MommyLyon]

It sounds and looks awesome! I just don't know what size to get??????
I'm 5-4 and 135lbs before I got preggers. any suggestions?

My other question is, lets say I get a med size will my 6-4 250lbs husband be able to wear it too? or is he just too big? LOL

So many questions!!! Sorry girls! Thanks for all your help

[Siera]

We have a store near me that stocks them, so I was able to go in and be fitted for the proper size. Sorry I'm of no help...

[junipervt]

he'll be too big, but if you want him to be able to wear it just get a large. all it is is a longer tail & you could use that as a sun shade or nursing cover. I'm almost the exact same size as you (1in shorter) & I have a large ring sling. I really like having the longer tail.

[MommyLyon]

Originally Posted by junipervt

he'll be too big, but if you want him to be able to wear it just get a large. all it is is a longer tail & you could use that as a sun shade or nursing cover. I'm almost the exact same size as you (1in shorter) & I have a large ring sling. I really like having the longer tail.

Well, large it is A longer tail would be nice to cover the baby. Thank you all for all your help!! :

[junipervt]

you're welcome

[Quirky]

Honestly I think you'd be better with a medium -- on you, a large is going to be pretty long. Your dh will be able to wear the medium too but he won't have a huge amount of tail to deal with. Which is fine for most guys.

But for camping, etc. I'd look into a two-shouldered carrier as well. A Kozy or other good quality MT really frees up your hands in a way that a ring sling or pouch doesn't, and you can even learn to do a high back carry and get your newborn/very young baby up on your back. I also really like nursing in a MT, too.