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Caro07 
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 8:04pm |
I think I am pretty much sold on the Manduca, just need to pluck up the courage to actually buy it and part with the money.
So has anyone bought one and regretted it? Or wished they bought something else?
I don't think I have come across much negative stuff about it but would be interested. I've looked at the Ergo, Beco, Patapum and Manduca online and would love to hear what anyone has to say 
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 8:20pm |
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I have a Beco and have tried a Ergo and Manduca. If I went back in time, I would have got a Manduca. Main reasons: not fiddly to put on, easy for back carrying, extendable back.
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 8:42pm |
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We have a manduca- DH wasn't sold on getting it but know he calls it his MAN - duca and always tells me it is his turn to wear it. He never wore the Moby when she was smaller - too tricky for him but I loved it.
One of the best things about wraps/carriers etc I ahdn't thought about prior to getting one is that if you are somewhere and don't want to play pass the parcel with the baby, having them in it deters all those pesky people who want to shove their face in babies or grab them
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 8:58pm |
I wouldn't be without ours  I love the extendable back and the fact the hood is easy to fold away when not in use. And they are so very very comfy.
And the limited editions are purty 
They also have excellent resale value.
I've also had a toddler Patapum and it was great as well was very comfy easy to use as well.
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 9:25pm |
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I absolutely have no regrets. I have a few carriers now, and the manduca is always the first one I reach for.
Its just so darn comfy.
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 9:46pm |
I love mine, it probably dont use it as much as I could, but its so handy when flying, I can just put DD in it while in the plane, and get off and walk inside no worries and vise versa. The only thing that I dont get is when I have it on back carry the big waist pad never sits flat on my back, it always sticks out at the bottom 
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 9:51pm |
One of the things I was worried about was that you cant forward face bubs in the front carry - do any of your bubs have an issue with this?
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 9:56pm |
It had crossed my mind, Mummy Freckle, and I think from memory you can go forward facing in the Beco. I'm not overly keen on forward facing mainly because I can't see his face and what he is thinking/enjoying/disliking etc. I am also not keen on other people getting that close to his face and he can't get away IYSWIM.
I am hoping that the back carry gives him the advantages of being forward facing but with none of factors I mentioned above.
Thanks for all your feedback. Think it is the way to go, I love slinging and he has well outgrown the Moby
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 9:59pm |
Here's some information on forward facing from www.slingbabies.co.nz
.....What about facing outwards then?
This is a problematic question. While some babies decide they like to see more at around 3-4 months, please consider these points before turning them forward facing in your carrier, and especially a frontpack.
Overstimulation- baby is forced to look at everything in front of them. They can't get away, can't retreat when the sensory overload gets too much for them to cope with.
Crotch-dangle- is made even worse by facing baby outwards. A lot of weight is resting on baby's crotch/genitals, which is unhealthy especially for baby boys!
Gravity pull- suspending baby from your front means their weight is pulling down and out on you, making your body compensate. This is not desirable at all, and can make you quite sore.
Exposed- baby is more vulnerable to objects, people, and weather conditions when facing out.
Remember, baby is more comfortable, and better positioned, when facing you in a carrier. There is plenty to see if they turn their head. You could try a hip carry if they are old enough, or a back carry if they really want to see.
If you do decide to face baby out, watch them carefully for signs of overstimulation. Turn them back towards you when you notice this happening. Dress baby appropriately. Be aware of who is 'getting in baby's face' and try to protect them.
If you decide to face outwards in a Mei-tai or SSC, remember to tilt their hips like Kelley at Kozy Carriers does, so their legs are angling UP, and they are sitting instead of dangling. If in a wrap, spread the fabric as much as you can between the legs so they are seated. Cloth nappies often provide a nice bit of crotch bulk to spread the weight.
In most good carriers you can face baby forward but with their legs folded up in front of them, called a Kangaroo or Buddha carry. This is more desirable than leaving the legs to dangle, and is perfectly comfortable for your baby. (They've folded them up for over 9 months already!)
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 10:16pm |
Thank Jo, I have been reading up on it but hadnt seen this one! I think I am going to wait until bubs arrives then head off to a Slingbabies meeting to try some on!
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 10:29pm |
Our next meet is on the 4th of Feb MummyFreckle
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 10:31pm |
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Caro, it's only the Beco Gemini (the new model) that you can forward face in.
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 10:48pm |
I  my Manduca! We got it when DD was four months old, and have used it almost every day since then - she is now almost twenty months old!!! No regrets at all 
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Posted: 31 January 2011 at 11:57pm |
I my Manduca 
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Our Angel July 08  Gone but not forgotten
And to complete our family, our princess has arrived
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Posted: 01 February 2011 at 7:57am |
 HippyMama wrote:
Our next meet is on the 4th of Feb MummyFreckle |
Thanks! I am huge at the moment, so figure if I wait until next months meeting I can bring her along with me to actually try some on!
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Posted: 01 February 2011 at 8:00am |
Decision made then. Now to choose a colour!
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Posted: 01 February 2011 at 8:19am |
Sorry this is totally thread-jacking, and I'm not even pg yet, but curiosity has got the better of me-- does the manduca suit taller Dads? My DH is 6'5" and I want to get something that we be comfortable for both of us. Obviously I have a long time to think about it but may as well start saving now
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Caro07
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Posted: 01 February 2011 at 12:41pm |
Ask me in a month or so Rach My DH is 6'2" so will be able to let you know!
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Posted: 01 February 2011 at 12:55pm |
Rach I'm 5'3 ish and a little round and DH is 6 foot ish and a bigger man And the manduca adjusts to fit us both . And when he has it on there's still more to let out
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Posted: 01 February 2011 at 2:05pm |
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Caro- scamps has a special on the manduca printed ones, they are the same price as the standard.
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