[blparent] [Bulk] Re: my dilemma and why i need suggestions on commuting

[Pickrell, Rebecca M (TASC)]

Interesting. 
In my house, Mama needs comfort too. If it's hurting you, then it has to go.  Your baby will be fine in the carrier that fits you well

Being in pain isn't worth saving money. And, Mama has needs too

The below post reminds me of Amy Tan's story where the mom is so into her baby's comfort that the child grows up not regarding Mom as a person.  Very interesting story about what we do for our kids and the message they take away from it.


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From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Erin Rumer
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 12:13 AM
To: 'NFBnet Blind Parents Mailing List'
Subject: Re: [blparent] [Bulk] Re: my dilemma and why i need suggestions on commuting

The Kelty Kid carrier that I'm currently borrowing from a friend is the base
line version and it does the trick but could be a lot more comfortable.
There a features I'd much prefer it have if I had purchased it and it's nice
to see now what I must have in a carrier I buy and what features I could
live without.  Dawson seemed very comfortable in it and loved being so high
up to look around.  This particular carrier only holds up to 40lbs so if I
buy one I'll probably be looking for one that can hold up to 60 or 70 lbs.
Since Dawson is so tall as well, I think that a carrier with a higher weight
capacity would fit him better as well.  If my friend ends up giving me this
carrier because she might not be needing it at all then I will use it and be
grateful I saved a boat load of money despite the fact that it's not the
most comfortable, but otherwise I'll be on the hunt for something that will
feel good on my body and baby's.  If Dawson didn't seem comfortable in this
Kelty that I'm borrowing I wouldn't even bother with it and give it back to
my friend, but we'll see as we continue to use it.

Erin

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From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Melissa Ann Riccobono
Sent: Friday, August 12, 2011 7:08 AM
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Subject: Re: [blparent] [Bulk] Re: my dilemma and why i need suggestions on
commuting

I love my frame carrier now, but I'm also short so it took a little getting
used to.  I would really recommend checking out the carriers in a camping or
baby store and then trying to find a better deal on line, as so many
carriers have xdifferent features and might fit you differently depending on
how they are designed.  Also, both of my kids had no problem napping in our
frame carrier backpack.  Ours has a five point harness, and where they don't
look the most comfortable while they are sleeping they are safe.  Actually,
for whatever reason, my daughter naps most often in the backpack...  It's
one of the few ways I can get her to nap.  Yes, a stroller would probably be
more comfortable, but she seems to prefer being up higher so she can look
around before she falls asleep.
Good luck!
Melissa

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From: blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:blparent-bounces at nfbnet.org] On
Behalf Of Brandy W
Sent: Friday, August 12, 2011 4:04 AM
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Subject: Re: [blparent] [Bulk] Re: my dilemma and why i need suggestions on
commuting

A fraim carrier is usually for hiking. I don't personally find them
comfortable but I'm short. They do work for heavier children. You can get
them at baby stores, or camping stores, and we can't forget the good old
online shopping places.

Bran


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