Very tempted to get a Yao Lan but I have heard a lot of cons about it. Do u guys still recommend getting one?

I wouldn't recommend a yao lan to lull baby to sleep, heard too many horror stories about injuries and suffocation. If it is still something you'd consider, I agree with the mommy above, not too long --- not more than 30 minutes and keep a close eye on baby. Personally I would use a baby rocker. I feel more assured that baby is in a chair-like rocker as opposed to being enclosed in a cloth hammock.