Anyone carry a baby 20lbs and up in a sling..

...or infant carrier and if so what one and for how long - ie. what weight did you go up to?

We have the baby bjorn but DS is already 20lbs at 6mths and I think it only goes to 25lbs. Just wondering if its worth getting a different brand one at this stage?

TIA

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I carried Ava on my hip in a sling for the LONGEST time and she was well over 20lbs. Probably up to 30lbs. It was just a lifesaver for quick trips into the store or when she wanted to be carried. I think I have a hotsling. Whatever it is, it's just one big loop of fabric and is awesome.

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I don't think those types go higher than 25 Lbs or about. After that, it's the "serious hiking gear" type.

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DD is about 17 lbs right now, I use a Moby Wrap and love it, Learned how to tie it watching youtube

ETA they say up to 35 lbs

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I'd look into getting an Ergo, Becko or Angel pack carrier... They are awesome and carry 30+ lbs


Here is a great site to get info on carriers

FROG MAMA

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Ok, I just double checked and I have a slingling and they say up to 35lbs.

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The Ergo goes up to 40 lbs, I have one of these and I use it when I have to go grocery shopping - one kid in the cart, the other goes on my back in the carrier.

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Thanks everyone.

I am confused about the ergo - it says on the site that you cannot wear the baby facing out? is this true?

Also I have a peanut shell that never worked when DS was smaller - he hated it but it looks like it might work for him if I were to carry him on my hip but that says for 9mths upwards - do you think I could use this hold now seen as he is so sturdy?

TIA

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my son is almost 5 months old and 3 weeks ago he weighed 17 & 1/2 pounds im sure is is very close to 20 pounds.. HE is very heavy in the infant carrier i think my arm and back are going to need surgery soon LOL i don't know how long i can keep him in it i would like to keep him in it for as long as possible what is the max weight for the infant carrier???

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dd is probably about 20lbs right now and i carry her all the time. i have (among many others) a mei tai and love it. she doesn't feel heavy at all in it. meanwhile, my pouch sling makes her feel like she's made of lead!

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Any recs on a sling that is adjustable so it can be used by both my and DH (who is a big guy)?

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I was backpacking Bella in the Beco at 16 months and it was REALLY comfy!

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If you get the Ergo with the infant insert, there is a newer, redesigned infant insert available. buybuyBaby still sells the old one. Make sure you get the new one. Way better!

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Posted by chelle

I was backpacking Bella in the Beco at 16 months and it was REALLY comfy!

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i wish i got a mei tai with DD.

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Thanks ....Q. about the back packing? isnt it a pain to put on and get DC adjusted? Also I feel like I would be scared to have him on my back at this stage as I wouldn't be able to see him etc . I wish I could wear him facing out but strapped to my front.

I had him in the baby bjorn for about 20 mins yesterday and it hurt!