Babywearing 
is one of the best ways to stay active when you have little ones. From wraps to slings and other carriers, one of these is a must have in the arsenal of all new parents. I love carriers. They maximize my time and have made for happy babies - both at home and on the go. Here's a look at some of the best out there... For more cool things for on the go, check out part two of this story.
is one of the best ways to stay active when you have little ones. From wraps to slings and other carriers, one of these is a must have in the arsenal of all new parents. I love carriers. They maximize my time and have made for happy babies - both at home and on the go. Here's a look at some of the best out there... For more cool things for on the go, check out part two of this story. Get these products at Mom and Baby Shop
Belle Baby Carriers are among the very best of any type of baby wearing device for everything from hiking to running errands. My husband actually likes this one so much that he offered to wear our one year old all around Disneyland in this carrier last year. He said it actually made his back feel BETTER. I love it too.
The Belle folds up really small adding to its greatness for on the go families. The drawbacks... this is a front-only carrier and is made for babies under 25 pounds. Read about the dad who invented the Belle HERE.ERGO Baby Carriers are so versitle. You can wear your baby on your back, side or front. Once you figure out how to put the straps on with baby on your back by yourself (or if you have an assistant), it's so easy to use and even easy to turn baby from the back to the front and vice versa. It only takes a few tries to get comfortable with holding your baby with one hand while putting the straps on your shoulders for back carriers. In the front, baby can snuggle right in. You can even use the ERGO with a newborn baby in the front position! You do need to buy the added infant insert for that though. But that's a big bonus! ERGOs can be used as long as you want to carry your baby.
They're recommended for up to 40 pounds, but their website says they've been tested to hold up to 90 pounds. I have worn my 31 pound toddler on my back in it with no problems (pre-preggo, of course). There's a ton of padding on the straps and waist of this carrier. It's really comfortable and I love the special tuck away sun shade -slash- sleeping hood to cover baby while she's sleeping... and she will sleep in this easily. ERGO's drawback, in the front position, baby can't face forward. Kokopax is the ultimate in framed backpack carriers.
Pregnancy magazine named the Kokopax the best all around carrier in their March 2009 issue. And for good reason. While it's a framed carrier - it is uber lightweight and comfy. It is easy to load baby into and out of this carrier and comfy no matter if you're going on walks through the forest or downtown. It's so cool looking that people always ask me about this one. The Kokopax has a great pocket for storing keys and such and a cool toy ring so baby can play and be happy as a clam in his private chariot. This one accomadates babies for a long time too - 6 months to two years (or 35 pounds). The other big thing that stands out and seperates Kokopax from the pack - the easy loading kick stand feature. No need to juggle baby about trying to manuever everything just right. You put your little one in before loading this pack on your back. 
It's not recommended, but this feature allows you to take baby off and allow him to play happily in the pack as you, say, wait to be seated at a restaurant or wait at the airport. Total bonus!Scootababy is the most comfortable side carrier I've worn. I was actually surprised by its softness and cushiness on my shoulder. The Scootababy is made with microfiber lining and a polar fleece shoulder strap. It is really easy to put on and both my girls liked being carried in it. This is a great carrier for getting stuff done around the house or shopping trips because you tot isn't right in front of you. That makes it easier to type on the computer and hold baby as I'm doing right now. Scootababys are recommended for babies five months old and up with a maximum weight limit of 40 pounds.
Sidekick Diaper Bag by Kemby
.jpg)
is the most unique diaper bag I've ever come across. It is fantastic for shopping! It is a little odd to put on at first but once you get the hang of it, goes on super fast. Among the reasons I like the Sidekick: it's a diaper bag and a carrier in one, complete with a matching changing pad, wipes case, and insulated snack/bottle bag; it has lots of pockets for cell phones, keys, a wallet, and anything else you could need but it's not big and bulky! The Kemby website says its carriers are best for children who can sit up unaided with good head control through 35 pounds.A great wrap-type carrier that's Mom-made in the USA is Ball Baby Carriers. This kind is known as a mei tei style carrier. It's very comfortable and easy to use. I love to use this one while doing chores and both my girls enjoy being in it. 
Read more about Ball Baby Carriers and the mom who makes them in my story HERE.
Read more about Ball Baby Carriers and the mom who makes them in my story HERE.Baby Bjorn's Synergy carrier is an an upgraded version to the classic Baby Bjorn original carrier. I used the original caririer for a good year or two, almost daily and it still looks new. I love that kid of quality. The Synergy has that same quality plus is more comfortable on the back and is made of a breathable mesh material, which is great for hot summer days. The Synergy can be used for a newborn a minimum size of 8 pounds and 21 inches on up. It adjusts size as your baby grows, which makes for a great fit.
Munchkin's Jelly Bean Reversible Sling is a good one to try if you want a sling-style carrier. 
It is reversible, so it's like getting too cool loking slings in one. Slings are among the simplist of all carriers. There are no buckes or hooks or any kind to figure out or strap on. Just slide across your body and insert baby. The downside for the Jelly Bean and all other slings, they're pretty much for one person and not for mom or dad to share the wearing - unless mom and dad are the same height and weight. The Jelly Bean is made of soft fabric in cool designs and works for babies newborn -who would lay down cuddled up in the sling- on up to 35 pounds who would sit up in the sling, like in the photo right.
It is reversible, so it's like getting too cool loking slings in one. Slings are among the simplist of all carriers. There are no buckes or hooks or any kind to figure out or strap on. Just slide across your body and insert baby. The downside for the Jelly Bean and all other slings, they're pretty much for one person and not for mom or dad to share the wearing - unless mom and dad are the same height and weight. The Jelly Bean is made of soft fabric in cool designs and works for babies newborn -who would lay down cuddled up in the sling- on up to 35 pounds who would sit up in the sling, like in the photo right.
Posts
No comments:
Post a Comment