The Organic Ergo: My Review

 

So, I’ve previously sang the praises of the Moby wrap.  I still love my Moby, but my baby is developing a mind of his own these days and not so happy about being tightly anchored against my chest with limited views of the scenery around him.  It still works for naps (I took it on our road trip last week and he was content as long as he was sleeping), and I know when the baby has better neck control I’ll be able to play around with the wraps (side, back, etc), but until then, I’ve found another love.

Ergo Baby Organic Dark Chocolate Carrier

I bought the Organic Ergo in dark chocolate.  I actually bought the newborn insert as well (since my baby is 4 months adjusted age), but it seems he’s too big for it.  Guess I’ll be using that for the next baby. 

The Ergo is great in different ways than the Moby is great.  I love the Moby because it tucks your baby away so strangers can’t put their grubby hands on your baby’s hands.  It’s also great for those sleepy newborn days when your baby just wants to snooze against your chest.  The Ergo is great because it is so easy to put on.  I mean…seriously…a couple clicks and voila!  It’s great for even my husband to use, and his head would have exploded if I asked him to put the Moby on. 

The baby loves the Ergo.  He hates the Snugli and the Infantino that were re-gifted to us from former moms.  I think I put him in them a few times each and he didn’t want any part of it.  But the Ergo gets his stamp of approval.  I think he likes it because he can still be against my chest, but have more freedom to move his hands and feet, and can see everything a lot better. 

I love that the Ergo has an attached sun shade that you call pull over the baby’s head and snap to your shoulder straps.  I used it the other day when we were walking near the beach on a sunny day and I had forgotten his sun bonnet. 

It feels comfortable and has attached zippered pockets for storage—very convenient.  For a few bucks more you can purchase the organic Ergo, which is safe on baby’s skin and environmentally-friendly.

Today I went to a doctor’s appointment and Costco and just used my Ergo, which was easy, comfy, and much lighter than lugging a baby carrier and stroller around.

The best part?  Getting to hug my baby non-stop and be hands-free.  Awesome.

Beco Baby Carrier

Okay folks, I’m at a baby-wearing crossroad.  I love my Moby wrap, as does my little butterball.  The problem with the Moby is a) it takes a bit of coordination putting it on, which doesn’t make it a good choice when you are out and about, and b) I anticipate that it might get a warm during the summer months for me and the baby.  Sometimes I just want to put the baby in the sling or wrap real quick to hang some clothes in the backyard, but find myself opting to use the carseat or swing because the Moby would take more time than I have for a quick trip outside.  We have a Snugli and an Infantino, and Butterball hates both of them.  I also have a Mei Tai which I have attempted to use with him, but I don’t think he was quite big enough and he really didn’t like it.

So I was recommended this by a friend:

Beco Butterfly II Baby Carrier

Beco Butterfly II Baby Carrier

The Beco is supposedly a beloved carrier that is great for baby-wearing.  The feature that attracts me the most is its easy on and off feature–exactly what I need!  Like I said, I want a carrier that I can slip on, put the baby in it quickly, hang my clothes or do my household business, and then easily take it off. 

Newborn to toddler (7-45 pounds/3.5 – 20 kilograms) .  Long-lasting carrier that can be used with infants and bigger babies. 

Front and back carry.  As your baby grows, you can use the back position, which makes it nice for distributing weight and saving you the aches and pains. 

Easy ON and OFF.    Exactly what I want.  No fancy wrapping, just quick on and off action.  

High quality tested materials.  Durable and strong. 

Machine washable.  Baby spit up is inevitable, so it is a great feature that you can just throw it in the washer. 

Lots of color options and designs

ERGO Organic Carrier Sea Green/Silver

Most people know that I am a huge fan of my Mobywrap.  I love it.  In fact, my little butterball is asleep in it right now, allowing me the wonderful opportunity to type with both of my hands. 

But sometimes I would like to “wear” my baby on the go without fancy folding or set-up.

I think this is going to be my next purchase:

ERGO Organic Carrier Sea Green/Silver

Ergonomic design

100% organic cotton twill with 100% organic cotton sateen lining and hood

100% cotton batting in body of carrier to soften edges

One inch, high density foam in shoulder straps

Quarter inch high density neoprene foam in waist belt

High Quality buckles tested by SGS

Waist belt circumference from 25″ to 43″

Fits from 5′ to 6.5′ body height with adjustable shoulder and chest straps

Sleeping hood with elastic, adjusts in length for growth of baby

High quality webbing, matched to carrier color

Reinforced stitching used at all fabric intersections

Interior rip-stop reinforcements at critical intersections

Durability/strength tested up to 90 pounds

Machine washable – cold, gentle cycles, mild detergent, no bleach. Dry in low heat

…and if your baby is a newborn, you’ll need to purchase this:

Ergo Baby Organic Infant Insert

Ergo Baby Organic Infant Insert

• For use with newborns up to 4 – 5 months (with ERGObaby carrier)
• 100% Organic Cotton fabric
• 100% Organic Cotton filling
• Finished product is pre-washed
• Machine wash cold water, mild detergent, no bleach. Dry in low heat