Sling Backpack
Mothers of Newborns!!! Do you prefer the sling style carrier or the front "backpack" style one?
I always feel like their little legs look like sausages when in the backpack style carriers that you strap on to your front? But I wonder how practical the sling style is, and do babies like it?
I need to purchase one for myself, and this is my first baby.
I would love your help! Thank you!
My boys are both sling babies. I didn't like the front backpack carriers mostly because I found they outgrew them so quickly (backpain and discomfort within a few minutes). Contrary to what a lot of people think, you can use slings until your child no longer wishes to be carried. I can still carry my almost 4 year old in many of the carriers I own (pouches, ring slings, mei tais, wraps, and soft structured carriers) comfortably and for long distances (LOL, not to say that I DO, but I COULD). My one year old is still being carried in the first carrier I bought for him (a didymos wrap). There are tons of different styles out there, tons of different fabrics (from cotton to silk), but if you want a quick and easy suggestion, for a newborn, I'd consider either a Moby wrap or a Peanut Shell pouch. www.mobywrap.com, www.goo-ga.com. Lots of people also like their Maya Wrap slings. You can also do more research at www.thebabywearer.com (vendor and product reviews, as well as a message forum-- all free after the initial registration process).
I think either way, you'll be happy, but if you want something that will last longer and provide more comfort to you both, look into a two shouldered traditional carrier (a mei tai or wrap).
ETA: I wouldn't buy a wrap or sling you can find at Babies R Us or Target, they just aren't as comfortable and easy to use as the ones I listed. And both my children are able to see anything and everything. 
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