It can be challenging trying to figure out how to do things with a baby. For most situations, I use one of my carriers.*
I regularly use 2 types of carriers, a Moby Wrap* and an Ergo.* I prefer the Moby when the babies are little, it keeps them close and has a few different wrap options. You can also nurse privately while walking through a store if needed. I prefer to nurse in a private setting, but I had a few situations when Wyatt was a baby, that I was glad I had looked up instructions for doing so. I've even been known to exercise (mostly walking workouts) with a baby tucked securely in the wrap. My biggest complaint about the Moby is that when I am putting it on the ends of the wrap touch the ground, so it's not something I like to do spur of the moment while out and about.
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| I was still wearing it almost halfway into Claire's pregnancy. |
As the babies get older, I use the Ergo most of the time. It's easier to put on while out and about and can be worn in the front or back. The best part is it's durable enough to hold Quinn- which she loves, she has even tried to climb in on her own a couple times. What really sets this carrier apart from the cheaper easy-to-find-second-hand carriers is the comfort for both me and baby. Their hips and bottom are cradled and wrapped around my body, so their legs aren't just dangling. The supports of the wrap are ideally located to take strain off my back and shoulders, so I can wear it comfortable all day and still not be in pain at the end of the day. I bought my Ergo second hand from a friend, but as much as I have already used it and will continue to use it, I wouldn't have been upset to pay the new price.
As much as I love my carriers,* they just won't cut it when I'm working in the garden. So what's a mom to do?
Put her in a pack and play, of course! To keep her shaded and safe from any falling leaves and such, simply put a crib sheet over the top.
Claire loves hanging out in the backyard with us. She spends most of her time cooing, but drifts in and out of sleep too.
How do you keep your little ones safe outside?
*For your convenience, I have added a couple affiliate links to the carriers I use and love:
This post originally appeared on 5/26/14 @ oneincomefamilyliving.blogspot.com. I wrote and transferred it here.
That is an awesome product for the baby. Thank you for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteI had a play yard when my boys were babies and used it all the time. I don't know how our parents did it without them back in the day!
ReplyDeleteThose are really great products, we used to use a carrier to make sure the kids were in our arms the entire time..
ReplyDeleteI had a play yard for my daughters but never took it outside. I also had a baby carrier but it was so uncomfortable for me and my babies that I stopped using it. Looks like carriers gotten better over the years.
ReplyDeleteAwe...I learned a lot with this post because all of this information is foreign to me...that's a good idea to use a crib sheet as cover when outside.
ReplyDeleteGreat tips! My baby is quite big and can mostly take care of himself when outside. He's ten already and thinks that he's mighty big one. But this is good to know so I can pass the information to others.
ReplyDeleteMy youngest just turned a year. I usually put her in her walker and let her cruise around on the patio. I like the crib sheet over the top. Great idea, especially with the mosquitos around here.
ReplyDeletewhat a sweet little baby! I carried my son that way too six years ago...it wasn't long before he started to get so wriggly hihi.
ReplyDeleteyou are a wonderful Mom. keep it up
I used to use a Pack n Play with my daughter outside. My son is big now and likes to wander around...I have to be very vigilant! Mostly I try to stick to playgrounds with fences and gates!
ReplyDeleteA crib sheet over the top is a great idea so pesky insects won't get in there and bother baby!
ReplyDeleteI would have never thought about putting the sheet on top. brilliant idea
ReplyDeleteThat is such a great idea! I wish I had thought of doing that one my kids were babies!
ReplyDeleteI love the pack and play outside idea. I don't know why but the carrier has not worked for me. It has hurt my back and that is painful. Great information!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful baby you have and its so sweet to see you wearing your baby while out and about. Great information as well thank you so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteWow! You are so lucky to have such a quiet, sweet baby. My son cried all the time when he was that age! It was hard work!
ReplyDeleteAwe! I miss my kids when they were still at that age where I could carry them in baby carriers. That's what I used to do when I am working around the house, but when outside in the garden, they either stay in the stroller or same as pack and play. Life of a mom. :)
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