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Baby Sling Giveaway

July 1st, 2009 • Related • Filed Under
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One of my all-time favorite baby “gadgets” with my last baby was my sling by Kangaroo Kids (called a Slingaroo).  And I am a believer that not all baby slings are equal.

Slingaroos are different from traditional store-bought slings in that there is no padding, allowing you to manipulate the fabric tightly and securely around your baby. The long piece of fabric running through the rings allows different size people to use the same sling. One of my favorite features of  the Slingaroo is the sash, which allows you to nurse absolutely discretely. You also will find the sash to be an ideal burp cloth because the Slingaroo launders easily in your washing machine.

I bought my Slingaroo in while I was pregnant with Baby No. 3 in 2007. I began using it as soon as she was born, nursing her in it, carrying her around the house, around the mall and at swim meets (as regular readers will soon learn, I spend a LOT of time at swim meets). I quickly discovered that it was also a great way to keep her happy at restaurants while I was trying to eat or engage in conversation with friends and family. Somehow, she was just happier when I was “wearing” her, and thus she gave me more time to relax and enjoy myself. (Side note: Baby-wearing jumped to the top of the news briefly in late 2008 when Motrin offended a Moms nationwide with this ad campaign).

But back to Slingaroos. They are one of the most versatile baby-wearing gadgets I’ve ever seens because they can be used with a newborn through a preschooler (if you’ve got a preschooler who is still willing to be held.) You can carry your baby in the front in a cradle position our outward facing position, onyour hip or on your back. Kangaroo Kids demonstrates all the carrying positions here and a video demonstration here.

Singaroo’s are made in the United States, sell for $41.95 and come in a host of colors and patterns (if you’re smart like me, you’ll pick a color Dad will wear, too). But one lucky reader is going to win one for free, courtesy of Kangaroo Kids owner Sierra Cortazzo.

Giveaway guidelines

To win, let me know in the comments section below why you want to win the Slingaroo.

Receive additional entries by doing any/all of the following, but be sure to leave a separate comment for each thing you do:

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This giveaway closes July 11, 2009 at 11:59 pm central time. Be sure to include a valid email address. Winner will be randomly chosen via random.org and will be notified via email and announced on this post.

If winner does not claim prize by July 15, 2009, she/he will forfeit the prize to alternate winner who will be drawn at random.

USA and Canada residents only please.

Congratulations to Erin. You are the winner of the Slingaroo. I’ve sent you an email and you have until July 15 to respond or another winner will be chosen.

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  1. #1 JDS Guy on July 1, 2009:

    I would like to win this to give to my sister who is having her first baby this fall. It would be great for her to have to carry her baby with her and for when she is nursing.

    lebizyb(at)q(dot)com

  2. #2 Ashlee Coleman on July 1, 2009:

    I’m pregnant with my first child and have always loved the idea of the baby sling. My girlfriends swear by them and I can’t wait to try it for myself! (I’m sure my baby can’t wait either!) : )

  3. #3 Christine W on July 1, 2009:

    I would love to win for my sister. She is pregnant with her first and this would make the perfect shower gift. Thanks for the chance!

  4. #4 Christine W on July 1, 2009:

    I am an email subscriber. Thanks!

  5. #5 Christine W on July 1, 2009:

    I tweeted at http://twitter.com/justicecw/status/2426601803

  6. #6 danielle on July 2, 2009:

    I have a baby that cries all day! I dont want this I NEED this!

  7. #7 danielle on July 2, 2009:

    email subscriber:)

  8. #8 danielle on July 2, 2009:

    tweet!
    http://twitter.com/zealandsmom/statuses/2447454894

  9. #9 Slee on July 2, 2009:

    i want to win this because the only sling i have is one i made myself, and as he gets bigger, i worry about the seams holding. that, and i did a shoddy job of sizing the thing.

  10. #10 Slee on July 2, 2009:

    http://twitter.com/fentonslee/statuses/2447522687
    tweeted this giveaway

  11. #11 Slee on July 2, 2009:

    subscribed via email

  12. #12 Slee on July 2, 2009:

    http://fentonslee.blogspot.com/2009/06/selfishly-green-again.html
    blogged ur giveaway

  13. #13 Courtney on July 3, 2009:

    I’d love to win this so I could easily carry my child around while we’re at the park or doing things around the house.

  14. #14 Courtney on July 3, 2009:

    I subscribed via email.

  15. #15 Courtney on July 3, 2009:

    tweet! http://twitter.com/quixiotic/status/2455957756

  16. #16 Linda K on July 3, 2009:

    I would love to win because I am saving up for a grandbaby

  17. #17 JDS Guy on July 6, 2009:

    Email subscriber

    lebizyb(at)q(dot)com

  18. #18 JDS Guy on July 6, 2009:

    I have your button

    lebizyb(at)q(dot)com

  19. #19 JDS Guy on July 6, 2009:

    Feed subscribe in GR

    lebizyb(at)q(dot)com

  20. #20 Bella on July 7, 2009:

    I want one because I don’t want to have to drag a stroller around. Have you ever tried to fold up a stroller to get it in your car when it’s raining and you have a zillion grocery bags? Uh, not fun. Rather just wear a sling!

  21. #21 Bella on July 7, 2009:

    I subscribe!

  22. #22 Belinda M on July 8, 2009:

    I would love to win this because my very best friend is having twins next month and I think this would help her out tons!

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  23. #23 Belinda M on July 8, 2009:

    I subscribe

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  24. #24 Kara Pearson on July 9, 2009:

    I would love this as i am a huge fan of baby wearing and my daughter loves to be toted around. I have never tried a ring sling but sure wouldnt mind it if i were to win. With 4 kids and chores you can never have enough help to carry your baby when you need a pair of hands. lil_lolas@hotmail.com I love the colors they offer aswell.

  25. #25 Kara Pearson on July 9, 2009:

    I subscribe to your blog aswell lil_lolas@hotmail.com

  26. #26 Kara Pearson on July 9, 2009:

    I have your button on my blog aswell

  27. #27 Kara Pearson on July 9, 2009:

    I tweeted today http://twitter.com/evyready/status/2554817823 ( evyready)

  28. #28 Kara Pearson on July 9, 2009:

    I added you as a favorite on technorati aswell (evyready)

  29. #29 Lisa on July 9, 2009:

    My son LOVES to be carried but all the carriers I’ve tried kills my back after awhile. I’d love to try this!

  30. #30 Lisa on July 9, 2009:

    I’m a subscriber

  31. #31 lipsticktocrayons on July 9, 2009:

    They make a great shower gift. I gave one to my sister-in-law!

  32. #32 lipsticktocrayons on July 9, 2009:

    I found that this one doesn’t hurt my back. If you wear it properly, you can wear it for HOURS!

  33. #33 Erin Gifford on July 9, 2009:

    I’ve always used the Baby Bjorn (I have 3 kids) and would love to try something new when #4 arrives in just a few weeks!

  34. #34 Erin Gifford on July 9, 2009:

    Just re-tweeted your giveaway too (@ErinGifford).

  35. #35 Carrie H on July 9, 2009:

    I’d love one of these. I have tried so many different slings that don’t work and this one looks like it will. My 20 lb 5 month old is getting hard to carry around everywhere.

  36. #36 angela White on July 9, 2009:

    I am trying to get pregnant and collecting baby stuff on the cheap before the baby comes.

  37. #37 Lea on July 11, 2009:

    The Slingaroo looks very comfortable for both me & my daughter!

  38. #38 Lea on July 11, 2009:

    I’m a subscriber