I am super crazy and taking my 3 year old and 18 month old to visit my parents (two flights, about a 7 hours in airports all together) by myself while I will be about 24 weeks pregnant. Is there anyway that I can wear DS (who will be 18 months old, and weighs 27 lbs)? Or am I totally stuck with a stroller? or should I do both?
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You can wear him in a wrap it mei tai that can be wrapped above your bump.
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@Weagle: Is absolutely right. Back carries are usually the most common, but hip carries can work, too. You could also use a ring sling, or I know people who have used Ergos during pregnancy. I like wovens for flexibility, but if you go that route and aren't used to them I would suggest practicing well ahead of time so you don't get stressed on travel day.
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Ok, so even though I love baby wearing, I've only used a Bjorn, Ergo, and the Moby Wrap. The Ergo isn't mine, and it has to go back to my SIL this week, and I know I can't do the Bjorn with how much he weighs, so @weagle can you just explain what a mei tai is? Is it structured at all? Are they expensive?
@Mrs. Twine can you explain what "woven" means? Does that mean any wrap?
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@MamaBehr: A mei tai is a little bit like an Ergo, but instead of buckles, you tie the straps. I find them very comfortable, because they're infinitely adjustable. A basic ready-made mei tai is pretty economical. Mine is a Babyhawk, but I think you can find them for less. I've heard that the Infantino mei tai is fairly good. Maybe join the Babywearing Swap on Facebook to find a used one? I know I've seen some BHs on there recently, and the swap is pretty slow right now. You may get a good deal.
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A woven is typically made on a loom and isn't stretchy like a Moby. So think Oscha (http://www.oschaslings.com/), Natibaby (http://www.natibaby.eu/), Storchenwiege (http://m.storchenwiege.com), etc. There are some wovens that defy the definition somewhat, but that's a basic definition. Some are handwoven. There are also other wraps that would be suitable for toddler wearing but are not "true" wovens, like Gypsy Mama (http://www.wrapsodybaby.com/) and similar. Those are generally at a lower price point and might be more suitable for your situation if you are just looking for something for this trip and then infrequent use after that. Though if you think you might use it with the new baby, or on-going with the toddler, I'd check out all your options because they retain value spectacularly well, and can make life so pleasant!
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