The Hiphugger - a must-have baby carrier

I am sling-challenged. Frankly they intimidate the heck out of me. And honestly I just didn't like the looks of most of them - when I think sling, I think of mommies mummy-wrapped in floral prints from hell. And lucky for me, my babies weren't the types who wanted to be held all the time. So I just steered clear.

But then I tried The Hiphugger. Supposedly Angelina Jolie carries Zahara in one all over the world (literally), but I'm still mad at her for breaking up Brad and Jen so that doesn't sway me. But what does is the simplicity of it. You hold your baby on your hip, throw the Hiphugger over your head and position it under your baby's rear. There is one place to adjust the shoulder and once you get that fit right, it's a piece of cake. Intended for babies from about six months (when they can sit without help) to 35 pounds, it provides just the right amount of support without constricting your baby. It is very lightweight and not bulky in the least. The Hiphugger is also double-stiched for safety and machine washable.

Best of all is the look. Mine is the Palmer, a jet-black quilted design. The material is very luxurious and completely stylish. For someone who thinks that slings are kind of dorky (no offense sling lovers), I have to say I feel pretty cool at the park with my Hiphugger. And my husband wouldn't think twice about wearing it.

So congrats to the makers of the Hiphugger - they have converted a former non-believer. Now go get yours in time for the start of the playground season! Mommies With Style readers get $15.00 off the "Leeanne" style with coupon code "MWS".