O mankind! if ye have a doubt about the Resurrection, (consider) that We created you out of dust, than out of sperm, then out of a morsel of flesh, partly formed and partly unformed, in order that we may manifest ( Our Power) to you; and We cause whom We will to rest in the wombs for an appointed term, then do We bring you out as babes, then (foster you) that ye may reach your age of full strenght; and some of you are called to die and some are sent back to the feeblest old age, so that they know nothing after known (much). And (further), thou seest the earth barren and lifeless, but when We pour down rain on it, it is stirred (To life), it swells,and it puts forth every kind of beautiful growth in pairs. ( Surah al- Hajj, ayat 5, Qur'an)

This is a blog about my experiences and my opinions, that is not to say what you believe is wrong or that what you choose for you and your baby is not right. I mean no offence with my blog and if I do offend please do not be afraid to leave me a comment to indicate areas I might need to edit.

Friday, 16 September 2011

sling review: connecta

This pretty carrier has a great following and is very popular. Its simple, pretty and very versatile and when the company was recently in hand over there were many grumbles from women who were desperate to get their hands on one.
Colour:I love the pattern choices and colours of the connecta, I tried the carnival pattern above.
Texture: Its a nice soft strong cotton all over.
Dimensions and support: The connecta is based on the mei tai but has been turned into a ssc. For lovers of the mei tai this is a great quick alternative. It has a nice waist strap which can now also be padded with a separate belt. It is also a lumbar support to make it more comfortable for an extended wear. It has good, slightly padded shoulder straps which are nice and wide and spread the weight nicely. I felt the straps were supportive and the main body was a good shape, but when I tightened the carrier it was not comfortable. It felt like my son was pushed against me with a very straight back. I tried the back carry and this was even more uncomfortable.
Sleep test: Even though the front carry wasn't greatly comfortable my son did fall asleep in it, so maybe he was more comfortable than I was.
Recommend: Some mothers swear by this carrier and so I do believe it works for many, but maybe the fact that my little man is nice and chunky and I don't like feeling restricted means that this carrier just wasn't for us.

This is my personal opinion and every carrier is different for different people depending on body shape and baby shape and size. So I would always recommend seeking out a sling library to try before you buy.
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