Best child carrier accessories according to redditors

You absolutely did the right thing. Because my babies were both premature I had a little more ‘sway’ or whatever and people still tried to make me feel bad about making them wash/sanitize their hands and not kiss them when they were just days out of the NICU. I just ignored them. You know you’re right, just keep following your gut. No matter how much other people “love” your baby, you and baby’s dad are the only two who have that deep-seated gut feeling of needing to protect the baby. You’ll get pressure from all around, especially as a new mom but you will always be the ones with the most vested interest in making the right hooches for baby. It’s just the way it is when you’re a parent. (Same would go for adoptive parents etc, it’s just only parents really get how that little baby completely relies on them for safety and security). When we become or choose to become parents it just hits you. Keep up the great work.

Oh and as a helpful tip, since you’ve got a new baby during heavy cold and flu season, and are likely to have to go in public over the next few months, get a little sign for your stroller and/or car seat that tells people not to touch baby. You’d be surprised at the amount of well-meaning strangers who want to kiss, touch etc your baby at the grocery store etc. The little signs I had made it so much less awkward.

I’ll try to find one like I had an post a link, they were life-savers for us with itty bitty preemies ( one that was born at this time of year especially).

Amazon has them and some cute car seat covers now which would be handy if it gets cool where you’re located.

Do Not Touch The Baby 6 x 4 inch Laminated Baby Tag by Cold Snap Studio, More Than I Can Bear - Handmade in The USA! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYHAQSW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_cIY2BbTNKY87S


Here’s a couple on Etsy
https://www.etsy.com/listing/618099774/baby-no-touching-sign-newborn-car-seat?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_e-accessories-baby_accessories-other&utm_custom1=b91d9b02-e313-4abf-a58c-f42c6b30482d&utm_content=go_304499315_22746169955_78727407395_aud-537409439012:pla-112970735795_t__618099774&gclid=CjwKCAjwyOreBRAYEiwAR2mSkvMDGDYau-iksO7deqOa2-_3wPaAOjaFIhsf6SjevNHAVKGkqi3hDBoCI6IQAvD_BwE

I couldn’t find one like I had but because of where I lived having a high rate of illiteracy (deep in Cajun country where older people spoke French but little English) mine looked like an actual stop sign. I know that might seem overkill but many in my husbands close extended family (aunts, uncles, etc) understood what it meant without being able to actually read it.

They actually make signs like that. :D

I've seen some people put signs like this on their stroller:

https://www.amazon.com/Preemie-newborn-shower-stroller-touching/dp/B07215HWF1/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1500238060&sr=8-2&keywords=don%27t+touch+baby+sign

:( That does sound hectic. My registry is kinda all over the place because I've already bought a ton of stuff, but just some suggestions of some things (FTM so no idea really if these are good or not, some were recommendations from friends, some were recommendations from various online resources).

• car seat, extra base if you have more than one car, and stroller
  
• baby carrier - I got the ergobaby 360 with infant insert but the Lillebaby 360 is also super popular.
  
• swaddles - aden & anais seem to be hugely popular.
  
• bathing supplies - washcloths, bathtub
  
• first aid kit supplies - NoseFrida, nail clipper, thermometer
  
• feeding - bottles, sterilizer (some people told me I had to have it, some said it was totally unnecessary), bottle cleaner brush, drying rack (seems like everyone else loves the Boon grass, but I don't have the counter space!) You can get a pump through your insurance if you plan to breastfeed, I ordered mine through Aeroflow. I ultimately chose the Spectra S2 over the Medela PISA because it's a closed system, which apparently means less chances of bacteria getting into the system and thus easier cleaning.
  
• burp clothes - I was told to just get a ton of cloth diapers to use as burp clothes, and to have them everywhere.
  
• diaper pail - I have two friends who say this is good enough, so I went with it. They also said to use doggie poop bags to contain the smelly diapers.
  
• humidifier
  
• Boppy for nursing
  
• Backpack style diaper bag
  
• baby may need a more convenient place to be set down other than the crib, something you can have near you in the kitchen, shower, whatever. Popular options are the rock n play, Boppy lounger, or a pack 'n play. I plan on getting the Chicco FastAsleep pack 'n play because the crib/dresser/changing station is on our 2nd floor, so I figured this could double as a changing station/napper on the first floor.
  
  Lucie's List is probably the best resource I found online.

Just found a whole bunch, here is a cute one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P2H7PNY/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3LHUUAU76BEYK&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00K5RLPOS/

I used to use this when I went on my daily dog walks with my baby in a carrier. Just covered her head in a beanie and had her in a footed sleeper with that blanket over her and a unzipped jacket around me and it was usually enough. Only problem was my daughter was 99.9% in height so I constantly had to move the blanket over her feet to keep them covered bc she'd kick it off.

i just saw on twitter someone with the same problem and they said they bought this tag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P2H7PNY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share off amazon that says not to touch the baby. you can find a lot of stuff like this and if they still approach the baby just be honest that you don’t want them touching them. hope this helps.

I've seen friends with the jacket extender, there are also baby-wearing specific jackets. We used layers on us both. I would put my kid in his snowsuit/bunting (with legs) and layers underneath and then cover it with this cover. I wore my jacket zipped up and put the carrier on over that. It's not my favorite way though and I think having a big jacket to go around us both would probably be more comfy.

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Get her this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E5G7DO/?tag=047-20

Bitches love carrying their newborn child around.

Depends on if his big bro was carrying a backpack with our water bottles and snacks or not. If he was carrying his little backpack then I just wore it empty, sometimes just clicked around my waist and I let it flap down, sometimes had it empty in “backpack” mode.

If I had a big backpack that meant I was carrying him on my front anyway so I’d either keep it in place if I thought he’d need to get back in soon but if we were in a flat away from cliffs area and he was awake and wanting to run is stuff it in the backpack!

Also for winter I recommend a blanket/cover type thing... that way baby stays warm! I used this one and it worked just fine!

Bebamour Universal Hoodie All Season Carrier Cover for Baby Carrier (Dark Purple) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0159VZBNA?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

If your baby is up for a more structured carrier, there are warmth wrap things you can put around them. I just ordered this one.

https://www.amazon.com/Bebamour-Universal-Hoodie-Season-Carrier/dp/B0159VZBNA/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1538771536&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=baby+carrier+cover&psc=1

Another option is an extender for your jacket, which would also work with a wrap:

https://www.amazon.com/Extendher-Maternity-Alternative-Extender-Babywearing/dp/B018GL8380/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1538771567&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=baby%2Bcarrier%2Bjacket%2Bextender&th=1

I just got this cover today, and I love it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0159VZBNA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_j4zLwbDZ44QS1

It's still pretty lightweight, but layered with a little snow suit/bunting, etc it's nice and warm and gives a little extra protection from wind and rain. It'll also be perfect in early spring and fall by itself.

It's the bebamour carrier cover -- here's a link https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0159VZBNA/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1482165108&sr=8-1&keywords=bebamour+baby+carrier+cover&pi=SY200_QL40

This is the one I bought. Worked well for my husband.

Are you using an Ergo infant insert? I used this one
https://www.amazon.com/Ergobaby-Easy-Infant-Insert-Natural/dp/B01ET1L3G0%3Fpsc%3D1%26SubscriptionId%3DAKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q%26tag%3Dduckduckgo-iphone-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB01ET1L33I?th=1&psc=1

And I liked it a lot. It held her in place really well and supported her head. After she grew out of the insert, I'm still using the butt pillow at 4 months.

The Roocoat is one option. It fits over both you and the baby, and keeps baby warm with your own body heat. Not so aesthetically pleasing, perhaps, but you and your husband might both be able to fit.

You could look into those babywearing jackets!

Like: RooCoat Babywearing & Maternity Coat 2.0 Charcoal with Gray Stripes Large https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IRGAV4S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aq74BbGTAXE15


Or

Smallshow Women's Fleece Zip Up Maternity Baby Carrier Hoodie Sweatshirts Jacket Small Beige https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JGRMVGC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pr74BbD70MJ0Y

Lillebaby has a [pad] (https://www.amazon.com/LILLEbaby-Baby-Carrier-Tummy-Medium/dp/B01J4C65LM/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1521731379&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=lillebaby%2Bbelly%2Bpad&th=1) for this! this worked for us!

I cannot recommend this highly enough: http://www.amazon.com/Kowalli-Baby-Carrier-Cover-Shining/dp/B0062HL9NC

We got one last year and it has been a life saver.

I’ve heard several people say that the jolly jumper carrier cover works well. jolly jumper amazon

One of these will certainly be appreciated.

I just recently bought this off of Amazon and LOVE it:
Bebamour Universal Hoodie All Season Carrier Cover for Baby Carrier (Dark Grey) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078NJLX4T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6Dd9BbFZBE6VR

It covers the carrier and clips to both the carrier's straps and around your waist so you can then put a jacket over yourself. I used it while wearing my daughter at an event all day last weekend and it was perfect, especially for the price. It also has a hood for extra cold days or to encourage her to nap, AND it can be used over a stroller too to basically create a warm pocket for her to sit in. I loved that it was multi-purpose and that I didn't need to zip something into an existing coat. Not sure if that's what you're looking for, but this one has my vote! :)

the face is just so creepy and mom's smiling like everyone on her block has one. At least this looks a bit more practical loooking.

Girls DO* like dinosaurs too! 🙌

ETA: we have a sign on my sons car set and because it has a floral design, so many people assume he’s a girl. Like... WHAT?? It’s a sign attached to an item that he’s touching... that’s s reach. I just liked the design of the sign. Sheesh.