Is this the 'crotch dangle' type of carrier? Some people seem to think it's a terrible thing. Any tips?
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Any carrier that doesn't have a hip support for you or that dangles the baby by the crotch(For people who don't know). Okay so the way I put this on is over my head and it has straps like backpacks straps that cross each other so like a x on your back. This is just a little cheap carrier so you get what you pay for. I wore this a lot with my baby girl but not for long periods of time an at 3 months I believe I had set it in the closet and was done with it.
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I actually would stay away from this carrier. It's paper thin. I used mine for 1 week before buying Petmate Ultra kennel. It was like night and day. I'm putting this one on craigs list in hopes to get some of my money back.
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It's very comfy you learn how to wrap it quite easily. It's comfortable for you and baby. Good as a hip carrier however I stopped using mine at around 7 months of age for my daughter since she grew out of it. I'm sure it would be great for a toddler. I don't recommend it as a back carrier though.
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The pet carrier is quite big. but it is super safe and great for our pug. However she rides in it attached to the seat and the oposit side of our luggage rack . She rides on my husbands streetglide so with the saddle bags it doesn't seem like it's so big .It definitely would have to go on the seat and the backrest as the secure spot on my softail because my rack is very small.
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Yes, it is very durable. I love this carrier my husband and I both use it. Its true what the others say about the ventilation of the material. There is not much circulation in it, so if your hiking or exercising you and baby will warm up quickly, but if its chilly or kind of cold that's probably a good thing.
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No it does not. But it does work great on your back for older babies! The point of this type of carrier is to hold the child in a sitting position which is better on the child's spine, than to be suspended by the crotch. (which would be necessary to face forward. Hope this helps. :)
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Maybe, but i doubt it would be as safe or comfortable as a soft structured carrier or a regular wrap for back carry, and you would defintitely need a helper to get lo on your back safely. The is a sling, not a full wrap. I only felt confortable wearing ds in front carry until he was about 15lbs, and as a hip carry for short periods until about 20 lbs. Having said all that, this carrier was ds's preferred carrier to nap in as a newborn. If you are looking for something to transition better to an older baby/ young toddler, but still help baby feel cradled, a full wrap would be a good choice (however, it's my understanding that they can take a while to get wrapping techniques down).
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I did not like that carrier, I coundn't get it tight enough, it would sag down whenever hitting even minor bumps. But this one works great and can easiy moved from bike to bike, even easier if you buy extra ball mounts... this is by far the best, strongest and most adjustable option available, you will need all three pieces in the "frequently bought together section":Ram Mount Cradle Holder for Universal X-Grip Cellphone/iPhone with 1-Inch Ball - Non-Retail Packaging - Black
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My son is about 18 pounds, and I find it uncomfortable to carry him in a hip carry. You might check to see if you have a local baby-wearing group - mine lets you try different carriers at meetings [I know he's not a baby, but I'm sure most groups would be open to your needs :-)]. Then you can choose to buy or borrow (small yearly fee) from the group :-)
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I personally like the case - but I like the look of not having everything in baggies.... That's just me. Everyone is different. I feel like I can just toss it in the diaper bag and it stays clean....
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I have a 'fluffy' cat that weighs more - she does not like to discuss, and she fits fine plus the zippers make it easy to access them. Just make certain you belt in the carrier! Have a safe trip.
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I believe so. My husband and I go back and forth with this carrier and we've had no issues. When he's carrying our 2.5 year old there's still a lot of strap left over on all the adjustments. It really is a great carrier.
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It might be more of a space issue. The floor of the carrier is actually smaller than the dimensions around the middle - so where they lie down is actually quite narrow. The middle dimensions still don't match the size they claim, I don't know how they reached them - maybe by taking the height with the handle in the upright position and measuring the width all the way to the end of the decorative edging? Anyhow, there are locking pins approx. every 2 inches around the join so as long as you check they are tight regularly, it should be durable enough for your needs. The carrier itself seems sturdy.
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I haven't had a problem with the mesh at all. Small holes for the mesh material. Very nice carrier!
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I didn't wear it right after birth, but I would imagine it would be difficult. I felt the crotch snaps were very uncomfortable just over underwear. I can only imagine they would be extra bulky and awkward over those giant pads! Good luck.
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My son is 29.6 lbs and in the 88th percentile for height for his age (2 in Feb). He can put his arms over the straps and he is comfortable if he does so. He also sometimes tucks his arms by his stomach and just leans his head forward to sleep. I did not have an ergo though so I really can't compare. I do absolutely love this carrier though. I carry him around the grocery store and such but we worked up to that. I think my back would kill me otherwise, even though it does distribute weight evenly.
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Men's are obviously the easiest. Women's are not too bad, I've never had any issue with my wife's Trek. Sits on there a little weird, but that will be true for any carrier. Kid's bikes are hit or miss. They may not fit on there properly, but again, same with all carriers. I usually sandwich their bikes between ours, have them secured to the carrier on one side and then bungee cord them on the other. The rack is definitely awesome, it's the third type that I have had and this one is a definite keeper.