My philosophy on most things is that moderation is okay. Some things, though, I’m not willing to compromise. But we all have different approaches.

Yep. There are times when baby wearing just doesn’t work…or your back needs a break

A blanket on the floor works well.

I think it is age-dependent. We did use a portable Pack N Play “yard.” That was good for when Anjali was crawling, we couldn’t have her in arms and we had to get something done.

We did use a swing on occasion too.

Use your instincts.

Keep in mind that if you create a safe environment (ie baby-proofing), the floor can be quite safe.

Hope that was helpful. Thanks for your comment!

I’m pregnant and building my supply of baby goods through a combination of Freecycle and a baby registry. Thank you for the information you have provided here, but do you have any recommendations for an alternative to Bumbo that go beyond always wearing the baby? Granted that you recommend maximum baby wearing time, how and where do you recommend that parents place babies during waketime when they are NOT holding or wearing them? I take it that you don’t think babies should be upright until they can hold themselves that way, so would you recommend one of those reclined (usually vibrating) “chairs,” which do not hold the baby upright? Or do you think just a blanket on the floor is best? Even if I were convinced of the benefits of almost-constant baby wearing, it would never be absolutely constant, so I need an alternative.

We gave it to Anjali on a little spoon, or cut a strip of bread for her to dip in the yolk. I think we let her dip cucumber sticks or other veggie sticks in it.

Some people put raw egg in a smoothie.

We’re actually strongly considering veganism, so this may be moot for us.

But also check out http://www.westonaprice.org/childrens-health/eat-eggs-and-have-chicken-too

Thanks for your comment!