I think 7lbs is the minimum still for the LILLEbaby. I’d suggest using a stretchy wrap for the first month or two (you can usually get a used Moby Wrap or something similar from a friend or second hand store), then switching the the LILLE.

FWIW, I'm 6' tall, so I might be able to help! If the tips here don't make it easy and comfy, feel free to let me know what you're running into and I'll do my best to troubleshoot from afar. :)

@@KarynThurston your videos so far helped heaps, way less pain on long sling sessions. I still get quite sore across my mid back, but not my shoulders and neck any more

Different carriers work, or don't work, for different folks! For me, once I got the setting where I wanted them on the LILLEbaby, it was by far the most comfortable buckle carrier of all the brands I tried and owned, and super simple to use every day. So for me, the initial learning curve was VERY worth it in the long run - for you, another carrier or style of carrier may wind up being your fave! Local babywearing libraries or Buy/Sell/Trade groups might make it easier to try different styles or swap your LILLE for something else if that winds up being your preference!

I’m so glad it was helpful!!! Wishing you and your little one all the happy, comfy adventures. 💕

Aw, I'm so glad it was helpful!! Let me know if you notice any shoulder/back discomfort while you start wearing him - I might be able to help you adjust to get a comfier fit if needed!

You're welcome! So glad it helped!

Hi Melissa! Congrats on the new little one! With a newborn, my preference is definitely to narrow the seat and have their legs out. He should be facing you, and you’re looking for a nice c-shaped curve in his back - not slouchy, but not pulled so tight that it forces his back straight. Aim for his legs, knees, and bum to make an M shape, with his knees up a bit above his bum. You’ll need the waistband of the carrier pretty high on your waist to get that good seat - he should be high enough on your chest that you can kiss him easily without straining your neck. As far as the infant support strap is concerned, honestly, I wouldn’t worry about using it. It’s an optional piece that met an old standard in Europe - newer versions of the carrier don’t have it. I’ve got a few other videos that go into detail about good fit and adjustment - check them out if anything here is confusing! It’s always a little tricky to communicate this stuff in text. Best of luck, and feel free to comment back if you have more questions!

I'm so glad! Let me know if you have any trouble getting comfortable in your carrier - happy to help!

You're so welcome! I'm glad it helped. Let me know if you run into any questions or fit issues!

Hi Daniella! The hood isn't necessary, no - it has no structural bearing on the carrier, and honestly, I just take them off and use a baby hat instead. That said, lots of folks love the hood! Because I take them off, I didn't even have the hood for this carrier with me when I made the video - that's why I subbed in the purple one from another LILLEbaby. ;) Hope that helps!

You're so welcome!

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching.

It's a lot of features! Which is great for comfort and adjustability and, well, also just kind of a lot. ;)

Thank you! Glad you liked it!

Thanks Diana!

Ha! Well, I'm so sorry you had to watch so many, but very glad this one helped! Feel free to leave any other issues or questions you come across here - they come to my email, and I'll get back to you with a fix ASAP. I'm fluent in lots of different carriers, and here for you whenev. :)

Thank you so much!

Hi! The flaps will be folded and snapped together under baby’s bum - so yes, baby kinda sits on the stacked flaps!

@@KarynThurston oh awesome thank you for replying!

Then don’t! That’s the great thing about options - there’s one that’s right for everyone. :) For me, the 15 minutes I spent learning to use LILLE gave me years of comfort and convenience. We all get to choose our own parenting adventure - wishing you the best on yours, and hope you find products that are the right fit for you!

I'm so glad it was helpful! Yes, definitely give the narrow seat a try, and let me know if you run into any issues!

Happy to help! How's everything working out for you? Comfortable and functioning well?

@@KarynThurston working great thank you!! ☺️

Hahaha, well, we all have to start somewhere! Hope this helped clarify things a bit! Happy babywearing. :)

I was given one ad a hand me down and had NO IDEA what any of the flaps and straps do. This video was amazing