babywearing for bigger mamas

[kiki2382]

I'd like to wear my baby more but I haven't found anything that I really like and I'm not ready to invest in one of the more expensive carriers unless I can be more certain that it'll work for me. I've been having some weight issues since having my boys so I'm up to about a size 20, and I'm thinking that might be a part of the problem. Are there any carriers that work better for larger women?

[somuchlove4U]

Have you looked into moby wraps? I'm plus size myself and the wrap seems like it would work.

[larissalarie]

The Ergo "sport" has an extended waistband strap. I'm not certain what size it goes up to, but it's a good amount longer than my regular one.

[tansyflower]

i did not like the moby wrap for a lot of reasons.  but i LOVE my ring sling and it is so versatile for babies of all ages :)

[RADmomma]

 I am about an 18 and I have an Ergo... plus I made my own Moby. LOVE It.

[FrumpyMama]

I was 235 when I had my son and I loved the Moby Wrap. I also bought a Baby Hawk Mei Tei, they have an option for longer straps so you don't feel like your making it too tight just to make it fit. 

[Mommy2justone]

I am a size 16/18 and the Boba3G fits me with LOTS of room to spare. My husband is a bigger guy and it fits him with room to spare. 

Directly from the website- Waist Belt: 25”-58” 

[GoodyBrook]

I love my ring sling.  I made it myself from the pattern on MayaWrap.com and gave it a couple feet extra fabric...

[MaryJarrett]

A lot of wraps would work. Especially if you made them yourself. :) I know things like Ergo have the option of extenders.

A moby wrap is great for newborns but doesn't last long. Stretchy wraps don't provide enough support once baby is about 20ish pounds.
Woven wraps are nice. I love mine. I can still wrap my 4 yr old nicely.
I have a gauze wrap for summer so it doesn't get too hot.
I also have a ring sling, and I'm planning to make a meitai.
wearyourbaby.com is the site I use for my wrap making advice.

As for trying before you buy, check boutiques in your area. Some have 30 day trials. :)
Good luck!

[Nicolle_09]

the Ergo and the Boba 3G are both great for larger moms and size down if needed. Im actually saving for a 3G since it would be able to be adjusted to me size and to my fiance's size with very little hassel. 

[MissSarah04]

I am a size 16 and I have Room to spare on the Beco Butterfly II. No extender needed. I had an ergo and I was pretty tight and I almost needed the extender. You can also use ring slings or longer warps. I have a babyette gauze wrap but would love a woven.