Ergo Baby Carrier by The Ergo Lady

[GustaMapache]

legs spread far too wide

[gmackritis26]

@GustaMapache What do you mean? Their legs are supposed to be spread...

[GustaMapache]

@gmackritis26 yes legs are supposed to be spread. I said they are spread far too wide. .

[abra819]

wow..great video and info given, thanks!

[SoBeBabies]

Grobah, wraps are an excellent option. I used wraps for years before I tried the Ergo. I found wraps very comfortable. But I found the Ergo very fast to put on and it didn't drag on the ground (in snow, mud, etc). Plus my husband was willing to wear it which helped a LOT! I find that the Ergo has much more mainstream appeal than traditional baby carriers in general and I honestly find it the comfortable baby carrier; otherwise I would not bother with doing videos and websites about it! :)

[grobah]

just use a traditional wrap ....

[SoBeBabies]

Wraps are wonderful but they don't suit everyone. I used wraps with my first and for around 8 months with my 2nd. When I tried the Ergo, I was done with wrapping! No more dragging cloth on the filthy ground or sweating while baby fusses waiting for me to finish wrapping. I find the Ergo more comfy and lightning fast. By all means, use wraps if you love them, but they are not for everyone.

[islandmamma]

the ergo looks like its a mai tei wrap.

[SoBeBabies]

Not exactly. A mei tai ties, which takes longer. And a mei tai lacks the structured, supportive waist band of the Ergo, which transfers most of the weight of the baby to the hips. I have never been comfy in a mei tai, and I have TRIED!!!!

[SoBeBabies]

That's a good idea. It's not pretty, I warn you! I will ask my daughter if she's willing to model - she's got her own opinions!

[Fedgely]

Same here! Can't enjoy this carrier as I have no idea where to obtain a simple side carry instructional video. The DVD that came with the carrier is pretty useless :(

[SoBeBabies]

I've given this a lot of thought and the botttom line is I don't recommend the Ergo for a hip carry. If you want to hip carry exclusively, use a Scootababy. The Ergo shines for front and back. For serious babywearing, especially with toddlers, the Ergo is the way to go.

[tonytiger75]

Could you make a video showing how do the side/hip carrying posstion? I have read your page over and over and I still cannot figure it out! ~Mrs. T~