https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:10:31 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-222589 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:20:51 +0000 purrpletulips 222589@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I used the Ergo when flying with my DD (15 and 18m). Be prepared that although the Ergo doesn't have any metal you may still be required to take your LO out to pass through security. I flew out of Dayton, Cincinnati, Baltimore, and Orlando and was required to take the Ergo off and run it through the scanner each time. From what I can tell on the TSA website and <a href="http://www.babywearer.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.babywearer.com</a> it is up to the individual TSA agents on whether or not they require carriers to be taken off to pass through security. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-222588 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:20:37 +0000 LivsMama 222588@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ive flown with liv a handful of times, and each time I used a ring sling. I did have to take her off (they told me Id have had to take off the sling even if there wasnt any metal on it, like with a Moby) but it was so nice to have two hands to use, then be able to stuff it in her bag once we got on the plane </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-222483 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:19:12 +0000 Weagle 222483@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We're flying to the same area when LO is about 4 months old. I'm going to take my ring sling and leave my Ergo at home... though the Ergo is more comfortable. The RS is just easier to pack, and once we get there we'll have lots of willing hands and a stroller to hold LO if the sling gets uncomfortable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-222169 Mon, 16 Jul 2012 08:39:19 +0000 looch 222169@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I used the Ergo for flying with my son when he was 6 months, it was super convenient because either my husband or I could carry him in it with a few minor adjustments. If I could do it over, I would have gotten the Ergo sport though.</p> <p>It was a lifesaver during the line in immigration, he was so fussy after the flight and we had to wait a really long time for our stroller to come out, so I am glad we had an alternative. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-221977 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 20:20:38 +0000 Mrs. Pen 221977@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@brownie: Regarding breastmilk/formula - I had some packed too and I just let the TSA agents know when I went through that I packed it and they said it was fine.</p> <p>I just flew with my 4 month old and here are my thoughts on carriers:</p> <p>Moby: By 3 months he has mostly outgrown the moby IMO. The way a moby is tied causes him to be very high up on my chest so that his head is at my collar bone. It's very uncomfortable. If you wear it in the hip-hold position it's a little more comfortable, but not necessarily for a plane/airport.</p> <p>Beco Gemini: My son likes this when his dad carries him in it, but for some reason not me. I have no idea why. I am hoping he warms up to it soon. So we brought it so that DH could carry him sometimes, but otherwise I myself did not use it.</p> <p>Maya Wrap/Ring Sling: This was my winner. I actually borrowed it from a friend after he fell asleep in it while I was at her house. I had never used it before and it is totally my favorite. I wear it so that his legs are out since he's not a NB anymore. This is now the only way he sleeps when we are out-and-about. I wore this all the time while we were on our trip too. I love that it's also compact, I can fit it in the diaper bag.<br /> However, like @Brownie said - it does have metal rings so I did have to take it off to go through checkpoint but it wasn't that bad. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-221966 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 19:47:48 +0000 brownie 221966@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Whatever you get, make sure it doesn't have any metal so you can take it through the metal detector. I didn't have any problems with that and my Beco. Make sure to check out all the tsa rules. Cause you can bring formula/breast milk through. I had a pat down each time for the carrier but it was better than desturbing a sleeping/nursing baby. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-221961 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 19:35:54 +0000 cvbee 221961@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My babe is 3 months old this week. He still likes the sling-wrap, but I feel like soon we will prefer the ergo. </p> <p> Now, recently I asked everyone in the hive when they ditched the ergo's 'infant insert' and most people said at 4 months, or 'with a blanket at the bottom' at 3 months. </p> <p>I would be inclined to tell you to go to a store and try them out. Depending on your baby's size and general preferences, she might prefer one to another. Some baby stores even lend you some to try before you buy.</p> <p>The sling wrap packs away very very small compared to the ergo. But I think your main consideration should be what your baby likes.....and you too! Try them on and see what feels best. </p> <p>I have a blue celery and highly recommend it if you end up going the sling/wrap route. <a href="http://www.bluecelery.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.bluecelery.com/</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-221959 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 19:31:01 +0000 chopsuey 221959@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ergo's a great travel carrier! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/best-slingcarrier-for-travel#post-221955 Sun, 15 Jul 2012 19:19:29 +0000 mediagirl 221955@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We're going to be visiting my husband's parents in Pensacola in August. We're flying. She will be 3 months old. First - OMG. Second - I want to carry her through the airport and around town. Is the Ergo a good airport/travel carrier or should I look into a sling type carrier? </p>