https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:48:00 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1795277 Sat, 02 Aug 2014 10:03:14 +0000 avivoca 1795277@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@catomd00: You can't cross the straps in the Ergo. </p> <p>We walked around a bit and the new position is much more comfortable for me, but H is not a fan. I hope it just takes a little getting used to for her because I have to wear her at least twice a day to walk our dog. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1795166 Sat, 02 Aug 2014 08:16:02 +0000 matador84 1795166@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think the second pic looks much more comfortable for you both. You could try a hip carry too in the ergo--I haven't figured it out yet, but there are several YouTube videos you can watch. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1795152 Sat, 02 Aug 2014 08:02:12 +0000 catomd00 1795152@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Can you cross cross the straps in the back with the ergo? I have a beco Gemini and you can do either crossed or uncrossed and I find crossed so much more comfortable! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794625 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 14:52:50 +0000 jetsa 1794625@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@avivoca: I also want a toddler tula. I bring my waist band up really high as well. DS is 22 lbs </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794459 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 13:42:15 +0000 avivoca 1794459@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@ms.janedoe: I'm getting a Toddler Tula for when she's bigger! So excited! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794435 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 13:32:49 +0000 Turd Ferguson 1794435@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I agree, higher and tighter! Also, I recently got a Tula...OMG, awesome. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794360 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 13:04:48 +0000 shellio 1794360@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@avivoca: That looks like it will be more comfortable for you. Like @MamaChin I wear my babies higher too, its annoying if you want to eat or drink anything while wearing them but I think it is more comfortable. You might even try moving the waistband up a bit higher - having it around the waist rather than the hips is a good point. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794341 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:51:56 +0000 avivoca 1794341@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>How does this look? </p> [attach=2564/14/n9n2yl.450x600.image.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794340 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:51:52 +0000 artsyfartsy 1794340@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@avivoca: I third the adjusting the waist band so it's parallel. I have a short torso too and like others have said, I have to move the waist band up closer to my waist. </p> <p>I only use our ergo occasionally though and T is only 5 months/14.5 pounds so I'm not sure how valid my advice is. </p> <p>Btw: CUTE PIC!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794323 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:43:50 +0000 Arden 1794323@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We still wear our 16 month old on the front in the ergo, but it's less comfortable as she gets older. We use a wrap more often, but I've heard that Tulas are more comfortable for older babies too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794298 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:32:08 +0000 shellio 1794298@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@avivoca: You two are adorable! I second adjusting the waist band so it is parallel to the ground. This doesn't mean LO has to be right up in your face - consider loosening up the shoulder straps a bit to where she is sitting down a little lower, like in a pouch. This isn't scientific but just a guess from looking at your pic :) </p> <p>Don't know if it would help with the comfort, but have you tried having her on your hip? My DS started to get frustrated with the front position at that age, he wanted to look all around and not just at my chest. It just takes a minute to make the adjustments, and you could alternate sides. This might not be more comfortable though!</p> <p>Here is a link to the instructional videos on the ergo website (I always have to be shown things like this to understand them!)</p> <p><a href="http://store.ergobaby.com/baby-carrier/original-collection?jumpTo=instructions" rel="nofollow">http://store.ergobaby.com/baby-carrier/original-collection?jumpTo=instructions</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794281 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:27:20 +0000 MamaChin 1794281@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We are the exact same height and weight, DD is also 18 pounds (but she's 4.5 months so probably shorter). I have to wear her pretty high to be comfortable, the strap is more at my waist than hips. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794277 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:26:31 +0000 avivoca 1794277@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@oliviaoblivia: That's good to know. Thank you! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794273 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:24:15 +0000 oliviaoblivia 1794273@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@avivoca: I have a short torso too. It puts DD up a little high but I've never had back pain from wearing her. P.S. you two are too cute!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794265 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:22:32 +0000 avivoca 1794265@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@oliviaoblivia: I will try that when I take her out again. I have a very short torso. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794260 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:19:45 +0000 oliviaoblivia 1794260@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@avivoca: have you tried pulling the waist band up a bit? More level with the floor. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794236 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 12:13:54 +0000 avivoca 1794236@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Cole: @oliviaoblivia: @Zbug: @scg00387: @Danizaur: @catlady: Here's a picture of how I have been wearing her. I'm 5'5" and about 155 lbs. </p> [attach=2564/14/n9n178.450x600.image.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794143 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 11:34:00 +0000 catlady 1794143@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Are you petite? My baby's the same size and I can't wear her in the ergo comfortably either. I think I am too short for it to really work for me. DH still wears the ergo without a problem. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794124 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 11:29:32 +0000 artsyfartsy 1794124@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I know the hip strap is uncomfortable for me if it's on my hips. I need to fasten it higher up for it to be comfortable for me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794119 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 11:28:15 +0000 immabeetoo 1794119@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would keep trying different back carry adjustments honestly; I couldn't handle LO on my front for too long once he got close to 20 lbs! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794116 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 11:28:02 +0000 Zbug 1794116@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Also suggesting that an adjustment might solve your problems (hopefully!). My LO is the same age and size, and I still front carry her in the ergo a ton. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794015 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:55:05 +0000 oliviaoblivia 1794015@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I second the photo request. I wear dd (25#) in the who with no discomfort and I'm 18 weeks pg. I'd bet you could adjust it for a better carry. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794013 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:54:13 +0000 avivoca 1794013@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Cole: I'll post a picture when H wakes up from her nap. If it's too snug it hurts my shoulders and she hates being pulled so tightly to me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1794004 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:51:19 +0000 Cole 1794004@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I believe the weight limit is across the board 45 pounds. I have definitely worn heavier babies on my front in it without issue. Do you want to maybe post a photo of you wearing it to see if someone can offer a suggestion on how to adjust to make it more comfortable?</p> <p>Personally, I need to make sure it is hiked up pretty high and that I have all the straps pulled snug to get a comfortable fit. When I let anything sag or sit too loose I get uncomfortable quickly. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-question-2#post-1793987 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:45:21 +0000 avivoca 1793987@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hey Bees, I need some help. Is there a recommended age/weight where you can't wear your LO in the front carry? H is nearly 10 months old and 18 pounds. I wore her walking for about an hour today and my back was absolutely aching afterwards. She's not a huge fan of the back carry and I don't find it especially comfortable for me in the Ergo. </p> <p>Any tips and advice you have is appreciated! We are traveling and baby wearing is my favorite way to walk around with H. I brought our Bumbleride but that thing is a beast to haul around. </p>