Show & Tell : Ergo Baby Carriers

   

 

Their Story: from Karin Frost, ERGOBaby Creator

One of the greatest gifts anyone can be given is the opportunity to be a parent. I remember when my son was only a few days old, sound asleep in his bassinet; my strong desire to pick him up and hold him close to my heart dominated any other need. My mothering instinct to keep him safe, secure and content has always been my driving force, and when I started ERGObaby, my intention was to create a product line that would promote and enhance the ability of parents to safely and comfortably keep their babies close to them as often as possible. Eight years later, my research into the science behind babywearing has affirmed my mothering instincts. I know, beyond a doubt, that bonding with and nurturing our babies from infancy with the help of babywearing is absolutely the best way.

   

 

My Thoughts:

If I had to make a short list of baby necessities, a baby carrier would definitely make it in the top five. To me, they truly are a necessity--not only for the convenience of hands-free time, but also for the bonding and comfort of wearing my babies close to my chest. 

With almost each child, I have to confess to trying a different style carrier. So one could say that I have a lot of experience! But my biggest complaint with each of the carriers was the strain these popular brands put on my back and shoulders. When a good friend introduced me to the ERGO Baby Carrier, I had a feeling that this would be the perfect carrier to comfortably carry my babies from birth to the days when they were happily toted around on my back. 

   

And as most of you know, my first few weeks with Birdy have been tough. Trying to get to the root of her fussiness has meant long days with an inconsolable baby. And in most cases, I have found that snuggling her into the extremely soft and comfortable Infant Insert (which is much like swaddling her) and putting her in the ERGO baby carrier calmed her. And it has given me times of quiet and peace with her. (Not to mention a chance to get a few things done around the house.) It is comfortable, easy to put on and I have felt no strain on my neck, back or shoulders. And most importantly, Birdy is peaceful and comfortable.

A GIVEAWAY!!

Thanks to the generous folks at ERGOBaby, one lucky MommyCoddle reader will receive an ERGObaby Infant Insert and baby carrier. Simply leave a comment on this post to be entered and one random winner will be selected and announced on Monday, May 3rd.

For ONE extra entry do one of the following and then come back here to leave another comment letting us know that you did:

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Comments

[Jenna]

i LOVE my ergo baby carrier! the best i've used so far! i used it a ton with my son and now i'm pregnant with #3 and in the infant insert would be awesome!!!

[Jenna]

i'm a follower on twitter.

[Jenna]

i'm a facebook fan. or liker. or whatever they changed it to.

[Jesse K.]

I really want to try an Ergo carrier! I've loved our wrap and ring sling but have heard such wonderful things about the Ergo and it seems like it would be perfect for my little one, who is now so active when we carry her that having that supportive strap around the hips would be a godsend!

[Jesse K.]

I also fanned them on Facebook :) Yay for Ergo!

[Amy]

We're expecting our second little one in a few months and will need an extra ERGO since our first still requests to be our "backback buddy" on every outing!

[Sarah]

The Ergo comes highly recommended from a friend. I've tried a bunch of different carriers, but have yet to find the perfect one. With baby #3 on the way we would love to try it out!

[sarah]

what a fun giveaway! a dear friend is having a baby soon and this would be perfect!

[Jess Pf.]

Looks like a great carrier! The infant insert would be really handy for #4 that should be arriving in 2-3 weeks =)

[nopinkhere]

Wow! With this baby I made a Moby-style wrap that I loved, but she quickly became too heavy to carry in it comfortably. Now I am using the mei-tai style carriers I made with my first child. BUT, that said, I have always wanted to try one of these.

[Paloma]

I've heard the Ergo is the best and I love the idea of the infant insert! Anything to make baby stuff useful for longer!! I'm following on twitter!

[Louisa]

What a nice looking carrier!

[Sarah Jackson]

oh my! We're using a wrap right now, but my husband would love an Ergo.

[Genevieve]

Wonderful giveaway & Im glad to hear your little one's comfy & peaceful.

[Jen]

I would love to try this carrier. My little one is 6 wks and loves to snuggle!

[Bree]

I just became a facebook fan. I'm due in 6 weeks and am so excited to try baby wearing with little one. The Ergo is at the top of my list.

[Robin]

I'm a FB fan, and a real life fan, as well. We're adopting a second little boy, and our first is NOT ready to give up his Ergo snuggle time. We're going to need a second one for sure!

[Erin M.]

Awesome!!

[Erin M.]

Totally a fan on FB now!

[Elaine]

I just got one for baby #4. I love, love, love it! And the infant insert is awesome. If I happen to win I'll pass it along to one of my many pregnant friends.

[CeCe]

Is there anything cooler than seeing a mama (or papa!) wearing their sweet pea snuggled in?...love it! Baby wearing is the best! thanks.

[Kendra]

I'm pregnant with my 3rd and would love, love, love to win this!

[Kendra]

...and now a FB fan too :)

[Elsie]

though I now play the part of granny, I enjoy baby posts! sadly I don't twitter and rarely facebook so I'll go with just the one post. Have a new grandbaby coming this September and his/her mommy is a devoted baby wearer. A nice ergo would be just the ticket :)
A fox just wiped out my niece's turkey hens. She is not happy. She has um eliminated one or two already this season. We have electric fence for our sheep and I think it deters the foxes? I have lots of new chicks and poults hatching and very heightened radar to the varmints. And not too much mercy. Good luck with your fox :)

[Shelly]

Wow, this is a great giveaway! I have a very clingy 1-year-old and I would love to have a larger-baby capable carrier to tote her around the house. I also know that with out next baby, I could put an Ergo to good use. All I hear are raves about them!

[maria]

I have one and adore it. I would love to give on of this to my pregnant sister in law!

[Erin Zackey]

Oh I ADORE the ergo! I would love to win one for a friend!

[Erin Zackey]

Oh and now I Like them on FB too!

[Stephanie Chang]

This is one good giveaway!

[Heather]

Wonderful! It looks comfortable.

[Kristin]

I would so love to win this! Hopefully for me (I can dream!), but I know I can find someone to pass it on to if not!

[Kristin]

folling them on twitter: http://twitter.com/SeeMommySew

[Amanda]

I would love to win this for my little sister, who is pregnant. I have used mine with my little one and love it.

[stephanie]

a chance to win an ergo??? count me in!!!! they are awesome!!!

[Jessica]

Ooh, ooh! I would love to win! I do a lot of babysitting, and I'm trying to show by example the importance of babywearing. I would love to have my own baby carrier (rather than depending/hoping that the family has their own). Thank you!

[Jessica]

Also, I am now following ErgoBaby on Twitter. Thank you!

[mel]

I would love an ergo carrier, I tested one out a while ago, but the sticker price stopped me after already having invested in a bjorn, sling and another one, I couldn't justify buying anymore carriers!

[Carrie at Rhubarb Sky]

I'd LOVE an ergo. Thank you.

[liz]

Pick me, pick me! No actually pg YET, but really hoping. :) I love Ergo carriers, they're cute and lock so comfy.

[Kayli]

Me me-- it looks awesome!!!!

[Kayli]

Now I'm a fan!

[sam]

what a great giveaway - i would love an ergo!

[sam]

i follow ergobaby on twitter!

[melanie]

oh my oh my, would i love to have one of these!!

[melanie]

i'm a facebook fan now too!

[Megan C.]

I've always admired these! Thanks for the giveaway :)

[melissa]

wonderful! thank you!

[Aimee]

me! me! pick me!

[melissa]

Oh my goodness! You have no idea how perfect this would be! We can't afford expensive carriers, so I've never gotten to try one like this. We have a SleepyWrap, which I love, but it's a little time consuming to put on. The Imp loved it when he was younger.

The Beast was due yesterday. He's reluctant to make an appearance, though. Can I just say that this would be a perfect "Welcome to the world" gift? (:

Thanks for a great opportunity!

[Kelly]

wow, this is fantastic!