when do you start wearimg a sling?

[joyful mama]

:nak

my baby is 6 days old... i had a c-section... and i have a very active toddler. i'd like to start using it soon, to get some things done when dh goes back to work ( :( ) ... when do you start?

[MarynMunchkins]

I had dh bring mine to the hospital with Colin. :D

[Iarwain]

I started at birth but after a C I suggest listening to your body and your comfort level while you heal and letting that be your guide.

[MagnoliaMommy]

I had c-sections too. I want to say that it was around 3-4 weeks postpartum before I was able to hold the baby in a sling. It was only for short periods of time at first. I believe that it would have been better to have waited until the 6 week mark because I did have some added pain around my incision after wearing the baby.

[Amber~Joy]

I started in the hospital. If I wanted to walk around I would put the baby in the sling. Then my hands were free to catch my balance or carry water and ice.

[ChristineG]

I sling from birth, though I've never had a section. Actually, I guess the babies are generally a day old because the midwives tell us to stay in bed for a day, so I don't use the sling RIGHT away, but pretty soon after. :heart

I think listening to your body is always the best idea. As far as the baby is concerned, it is never too early to sling! :)

[mackinsiesmom]

I started when dd was 3 months but that is because I didn't know about them until them.

[Radosny Matka]

Patrick was just a few days old, but I also have a vaginal delivery. I know, not much help...

[joyful mama]

that's what I thought... though I was really curious about those who had sections. Thanks for the input :tu. I end up carrying her around all day to 1. keep her from crying and 2. keep her from getting clobbered by her well meaning but crazy older sis :crazy. So, I might jsut be using it very soon. I've never used one before, only the baby bjorn and I had to wait a while for her to meet the weight requirements, lol. So, wish me luck!! I wish one of you could come over and help me put it on! the pics don't look too complicated...

[ChristineG]

Jen,
I really think if you were physically able to carry her around all day, you should actually find it easier to sling. I wish I could come help you!! It only takes a little bit of learning and then it will be sooooooooo easy! :heart

[GodisGood]

As soon as I came home from the hospital. No section though.