https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Wed, 27 May 2026 07:49:58 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2100333 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 09:10:17 +0000 ChiCalGoBee 2100333@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Moby wrap! My son was colicky, and wrapping him in the "Newborn hug hold" was often the only way to calm him down, and for me to have free hands! I was super anti-Moby because of all the fabric pre-baby, but I totally found it to be a lifesaver. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2100122 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 06:54:53 +0000 bushelandapeck 2100122@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We use both the K'Tan and the Ergo with the insert for both kids. In the warmer months, the Ergo with insert was a bit too hot for both DS and I, but it was perfect for DD who was born in the fall. I liked the K'Tan for the first month or so. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2100088 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 02:39:32 +0000 lemondrop 2100088@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wore my #2 constantly in the Ergo from less than a week old just swaddled in an A&amp;A blanket. He was 7lbs 4oz at birth and we never used an insert. I got a lot of use out of the Moby too, but wrapping was too awkward early on unless I had help. I could manage with the Ergo just fine solo. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2100087 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 02:38:55 +0000 shopaholic 2100087@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I used the Ergo with insert and Baby K'tan. I used the Ergo with insert for at least 5 months and then just the little bottom pillow (or you could use a small towel rolled up) to keep her higher, but she was quite petite for a long time.<br /> In the earlier months, I usually preferred the K'tan anyway, but used the Ergo more for travel and if I really needed the pockets. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099889 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 19:24:48 +0000 mfa_lady 2099889@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Hey there--just reporting back. We used the insert today (without the pillow at the bottom) for E and it still worked great. But, reading through these comments, it sounds like for wearing around the house a rolled blanket would work fine! We've always used the Ergo outside and it's been great because it keeps her warm. :) Have fun babywearing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099767 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 15:00:09 +0000 Mrs.Someone 2099767@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No need for the insert! Just look for a YouTube video on how to use a receiving blanket. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099763 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 14:54:19 +0000 littlejoy 2099763@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I preferred a wrap when she was a newborn. We had the Ergo with the insert too, but I usually just used the Moby. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099752 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 14:39:27 +0000 avivoca 2099752@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I preferred the wrap when she was smaller. I didn't get the insert until she was about 5-6 weeks old and it seemed like it was too loose. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099697 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 12:49:34 +0000 Mrs Green Grass 2099697@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'd say wrap. My ergo never felt quite right with the insert but I did try it several times. Maybe you can borrow one? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099569 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 09:35:45 +0000 Radish 2099569@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Lion: I use both a solly wrap and an ergo with my 5 weeker and the ergo is much easier, imo. I do a rolled up blanket (the popular muslin swaddle ones) under her bum and put her legs on each side (no infant insert needed) and it works really well. I have also successfully nursed her in it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099562 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 09:26:20 +0000 oliviaoblivia 2099562@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I think the insert was a waste. My girls were big babies and both grew out of it by four weeks. Wrapping was easier for us with newborns. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099561 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 09:25:42 +0000 Peasinapod 2099561@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a Tula and wore my little one in it from 2 months till almost 6 months with the insert. If the sizing of the ergo is similar I'd say the insert is worth it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099551 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 09:10:12 +0000 KayKay 2099551@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I liked the wrap when LO was tiny, especially if I was going to be inside (or if it was hot outside) -- the ergo insert is like a little sleeping bag, and the wrap was perfect for my tiny super-snuggly baby. That said, when I had to go for walks outside in the snow, the ergo with insert was great for keeping her warm :) Now that she is bigger, she doesn't like to be as constrained in the wrap and prefers the ergo. She's on the small/short side, so I stopped using the cocoon part of the insert and just use the little pillow to boost her up (she's 3 months now). It's not difficult to use, although it is just another *thing* to have to keep track of! I think they recommend the insert for 8-12lbs...with my first, I used at least the pillow part til about 4 months. You could also use other things (rolled blanket, etc) as a bolster instead of buying the insert. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099543 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 09:01:03 +0000 Mrs. Lion 2099543@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@mfa_lady: good to know! Lo1 loved the carseat and stroller but she does NOT! I definitely need more options! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099542 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 09:00:07 +0000 Mrs. Lion 2099542@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Confetti: good idea! I definitely do t want to pay full price for one. I think I saw one recently at a kids resale store for $7? Does the insert make it easier at all? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099539 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 08:56:17 +0000 mfa_lady 2099539@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Confetti: Ahh yes, good point. I forgot that trick because we got our insert as a shower gift! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099537 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 08:54:31 +0000 mfa_lady 2099537@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We also have the ergo (with insert) and Boba wrap. I've used the wrap at home a good bit while on maternity leave. My husband used the ergo with insert a ton, pretty much anytime we take her out on a walk. She MUCH prefers it to the stroller! It's nice for us not to have to adjust the ergo straps back and forth for the two of us. </p> <p>Our gal is almost 11 lbs now and we'll be walking with her today for the first time in weeks (stupid weather!) and I'll report back about the insert at this size. Seems to me like she could possibly go without it now but I think you're supposed to keep them in it til they have total head control. I'll let you know how it goes! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099535 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 08:54:07 +0000 Mrs. Confetti 2099535@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We bought the insert and have barely used it (mostly because this baby doesn't seem to like being worn yet - too milk-smelling to just relax). I think you could get by with baby wrapped in a swaddle/blanket, and rolling a small hand towel and putting it at the bottom of the ergo. We did that for my one successful wear with him before the insert came and it was just as great. Save the money </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099528 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 08:46:14 +0000 Anya 2099528@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Following! I have the same question.. I have the ergo and a boba wrap and don't have the insert yet. Debating whether to get it, particularly for my husband to use if he doesn't want to fool with learning how to wrap. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ergo-with-insert-or-wrap-for-newborn#post-2099525 Sun, 08 Mar 2015 08:41:08 +0000 Mrs. Lion 2099525@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>With lo 1 I didn't do a whole lot of babywearing, but with a toddler to chase I am definitely going to need to this time! I have a wrap and an ergo, but I don't have the insert for the ergo yet. I like the coziness of the wrap but it's kind of a pain to put on. Is the ergo with insert better? How long do do they need the insert? Baby girl is around 9 lbs now at 3 weeks. </p>