Just for the Sling of It

Why do I have all these slings? I got some as baby shower gifts and some on Craigslist. Here is my review of each:
HOTSLING: I have almost never gotten my baby to stay in this sling. I hate that I bought this one because it's not adjustable. The people we bought this from on Craigslist said their baby lived in it for four months. I may have gotten the wrong size, but the baby just hates this one. I am holding onto it for either a)when Lucas is big enough to do the hip sit or b)next baby.

MOBY WRAP (brown wrap): I have used this thing almost every day since I figured out how to use it one day after being holed up in my bedroom with the baby for too long. I wanted to be able to use my hands for a while. He LOVES this wrap. The only downsides are that it takes a little while to put it on, if it's not on right you have to start all over, and it's HOT. Sweaty. Smelly. But that's what he loves.

ERGO BABY CARRIER (backpack style): I feel like I can wear this one longer than the Moby, and it's more unisex so my husband doesn't feel weird wearing it. I am looking forward to the baby getting bigger so he can fit in this properly. The infant insert never flew with this baby; it was too hot and a bit awkward. Right now he rides in it with his feet sticking below the belt instead of the sides which he will be able to do soon at the rate he's going. I feel really comfortable with this one and feel like I could BART into the city with him in this with no problems. I like that it can be a back carrier, too.

BALBOA BABY SLING (black and white Geisha): I like that this one is adjustable. Our baby fell asleep with this one at a bbq and loves the cuddle position. He's not quite ready to face out a lot, but sometimes he needs the change of scenery. I definitely love this one over the Hotsling.

MAYA WRAP (rainbow): I have only tried this a few times. I love the colors and the tail and that it's adjustable, but the inks in the fabrics are so "natural" that they stink and I can't wash the smell out. I'm afraid to wash it in the washer like it says because I don't want it to lose the color and I'm afraid the silver rings will mess up my washer and dryer. I'm stuck on this one. I'll get back to you, later. And update your how-to videos, people. This was another Craigslist find, only $15, and seemed to never have been used. I think the baby is getting to a good size and temperament to go in these things a little more easily.

The new carrier I am so curious about is the Babyhawk Mei Tai. It looks like it combines the best of all of these.