Review of Dupioni silk sling by SweetPea Ring Sling

Great review of our double layer dipioni silk slings by SPRS. Here's what she had to say:

It is gorgeous super comfortable and the fact that you can machine wash it makes it an everyday sling for us. I love the fact that these slings can definitely be used for going out as well they would be perfect for going to a wedding etc. but they are perfect for going to play dates and errands as well.

I have wanted a dupioni silk sling for awhile but they are generally pretty expensive. A simple single layer dupioni silk sling can cost $180+. So the fact that Zerberts carries gorgeous dupioni double layered silk slings by SweetPea Ring Slings that are extremely well made and beautiful for $99 makes them an extraordinary deal!

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Oh Snap! Review

After trying it out for some time now, I am finally ready to weigh in on the Oh Snap!

I should start off by saying that I have mostly been using it with my 22 month old toddler. She's about 28 pounds and she definitely likes it. After using it a few times, it quickly became the carrier she brought to me when she wanted to be carried.

So there are things I love about the Oh Snap, and some things I don't love. Overall, I think it is a really great carrier. It's comfortable, very adjustable, and it's high and wide body makes it great for toddlers.

I love it for back carries. I find it super easy to put on and comfortable to wear. I am able to adjust it for a great fit so I don't get any sagging in the back. The chest strap is neat too, although I don't find I need. It hasn't felt like it would slip and the chest strap isn't even tight on me, so it's more of a safety feature for me than something I need to hold the carrier on my shoulders.

The Oh Snap is really great on larger people. A friend of mine is around a size 18-20 and she loves how the Oh Snap fits her. She has had problems with other soft structured carriers not having a wide enough waist belt to fit comfortably. With other carriers, she would have to let the the belt out as far as it would go and it would still be a tight fit. So she loves the fit of the Oh Snap and doesn't even have to loosen it fully when she uses it.

That being said, I have a very hard time believing it would fit on someone who is a size 0 like it says. I am between a size 8-10 and 5' 6.5" and I feel like the carrier is a bit overwhelming on me. The straps are super long and seem messy to me. I think anyone smaller than me would find the Oh Snap to be too bulky.

Also, it says it's designed to be used from 6 months to 45 lbs, but I wore it once with an average 8 month old baby and he could barely see over the body. I did get him seated in it higher with some adjusting which helped a little, but it seems like it would be a bit tall for many 6 month old babies.

So in summery, I think the Oh Snap is perfect for larger wearers with older babies. I don't think this is a great carrier for petite people or petite babies.

I hope this gives you some idea if it would be a great carrier for you or not. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

I just wanted to add that since writing this review, I have spoken with several tiny mamas that love how the Oh Snap fits, including someone who is a size 0! (Yes, I hate her too!) I still think that the Oh Snap is going to be overwhelming to the average petite wearers, similarly to how petite people sometimes find the Ergo to be a bit bulky for them. But that being said, it seems like the adjust ability has helped some people who are very petite finally get a good fit on a SSC. So, if you're petite, it might be worth trying, but I think I'd recommend trying an AngelPack LX first!

In love with dupioni silk slings!

Our exclusive dupioni double layered silk slings by SweetPea Ring Slings are finished and they are B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L! I'm not really bragging because I didn't make them! But the quality and craftsmanship of SweetPea Ring Slings combined with the comfort and natural beauty of the silk has resulted in these stunning ring slings.

Dupioni silk is known for it's strength and comfort making it a favorite silk for ring sling. Woven from a doubled silk cocoon, dupioni silk has lumps, or slubs, that add texture and visual interest to the fabric.

These dupioni silk slings not just for special occasions. The comfort and support of a dupioni silk sling makes them a favorite for everyday use. Plus, they are machine washable.

At $99 each, these double layered silk ring slings are an incredible value compared to $198+ for similar slings. Especially since the design of SweetPea Ring Slings are fully reversible for 2 looks in one! Now anyone can enjoy the comfort and support of a dupioni silk sling without the guilt!

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Oh SNAP! by BabyHawk

Welcome the Oh SNAP! The new soft structured baby carrier designed and made by the people who brought us BabyHawk.

Oh SNAP! brings us a new design unlike any other soft structure carrier currently available. It is extremely adjustable with 3 part adjustment for the waist that will allow people to customize the fit they want. It can also be adjusted to fit wearers size 0 through 22 with no extra extenders required.

The chest strap is also a new design. The Oh SNAP! comes with a double chest belt for a secure and perfect fit.

The Oh SNAP! also has seat darts and leg padding to provide a comfortable fit for baby. This, along with the padded straps and waist belt for mom and dad make this an ideal carrier for a heavier baby/toddler. They were designed for use from 6 months to 45 pounds. They are also planning to release an infant insert at some point in the future which would allow it to be used with smaller babies, but there are no details on it yet.

I am very curious to try one and see how they fit! I am worried that the buckles could be a bit confusing and overwhelming at first, but I'm confident it shouldn't be an issue. They won't need to be readjusted every time, especially if only being used by one wearer. But it will be nice to see how they allow for a custom fit. I am excited to experiment! And it sounds like it will be perfect for those couples that have two completely different body shapes.

One thing is for sure though... lots of people are talking about the Oh SNAP!

Babywearing saves the day, as usual!

So I just have to say how wonderful babywearing is! I didn't really get to wear my first much because it took me a long time before stumbling onto a decent carrier and by then my son was already 15 months old. But I have worn my daughter since the beginning and it has been an amazing experience.

My daughter is now 18 months old, and a very busy toddler, but I still get to wear her regularly. One of the things I love is how well going in the carrier can calm her right down.

Today, while out playing with some friends, my daughter started melting down like anyone with a toddler is familiar with. She was over tired and just couldn't take anymore. Normally, this would require leaving so she could go take a nap, but instead, I just put her in the carrier and all was right in her world. She didn't actually nap, but she was content in there for over an hour, just watching the action and relaxing. When I'm really lucky, she falls asleep, but as she gets older, this happens less and less.

I am just so grateful that I can wear her and that she is so content in a carrier. She is a very active, very independent toddler, but sometimes she still needs that extra security and comfort that she gets while being worn. Most days she's protesting when I put her in the carrier, even though she calms down once she's settled, but some days, she'll bring me the carrier asking to be worn.

I don't know how long this is going to last as I fear my days of wearing her will be gone before I am ready. But for now, I am so grateful that babywearing saved the day, again, like it has done for me so many times already!

Collins Bali Stretch Wrap by Wrapsody

We just restocked our Wrapsody carriers and we got our first Collins stretch wrap. This is really a stunning carrier! I was surprised just how much I liked this wrap. It is a perfect addition to the collection.

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Fun! Fun! Fun!

These balloon cover balls from Hoppediz are awesome and SO much fun!!! The kids love these and they make the balloons super durable. My toddler was sitting and bouncing on hers!

These are great to carry in your diaper bag, purse or car since it's an instant ball where ever you are! Plus, a friend gave me a tip that by twisting the balloon end and tucking it in instead of tying it, you can easily deflate the balloon and fold it back up for next time!

These really are so cool! I recommend them for anyone with young kids. We all know what it's like to need a toy in a snap to help entertain an impatient child. They also make really unique gifts!!!

The scoop:
These balloon covers are made up of pieces of Hoppediz woven wraps. They currently come in three colors: Curacao (blue and green), Delhi (red and orange), and Lima (green and light green). Each one comes with two balloons. Simply insert the balloon into the slit and blow it up while inside the cover.