Carriers are helpful, safe and fun equipment for you and your child. A carrier is useful because the baby can be near his/her mother from the start. After the baby gets a bit stronger and can hold its head on its own, a carrier is a fun, easy and safe way for a baby to see and explore the world. Also, the great advantage for the person who is wearing a carrier is that his/hers hands are free to run other chores.
There are 5 types of carriers:
Wraps
A wrap is a one-piece of fabric 4 meters (157in) long and 70cm (27in) wide.
A wrap can be:
Depending on the type of material, a wrap can be a good choice for a newborn, a toddler or a small child. If it is tied up properly, the baby is in the right and safe position.
The technique of tying up a wrap can be a little difficult to learn, but with a little practice, you will learn a lot of fun ways to wear a wrap. You can carry your child in the front, hip and on the back of your body.
Slings
A sling is a carrier made out of a wide piece of fabric that is worn on one shoulder. There are 2 types of slings:
Mei Tai
Mei Tai is a traditional Asian carrier, which is adapted for the 21st century. It has two longer straps that go around the shoulders and two shorter straps that go around the waist. Because of these straps, Mei Tai can be shared between adults. It is very easy to tie up.
This carrier is not suitable for newborns, because the child seat can not provide a proper carrying position for the baby. It is recommended for babies older that 6 months (babies that can hold their head and sit on their own) and children until they reach 15kg (33lbs).
Unframed backpacks (Soft structured carriers)
Unframed backpacks are most commonly used carriers. They are made out of durable fabrics. Soft structured carriers have adjustable and padded shoulder straps for additional comfort for an adult and adjustable waist or hip belt for lumbar support. Every carrier has buckles and strap adjusters for extra comfort and safety both for the person who is carrying a child and for a child as well.
Soft structured carriers are made to fit babies older than 6 months. Even though some manufacturers claim that their carriers are safe for new born babies, you need to check if a carrier has a cushion which can be inserted in the child seat and a head support so a newborn can be in a safe and proper position. Most of these carriers are suitable for toddlers and children not weighing over 20kg (45lbs).
Framed backpacks
Framed backpacks are made out of durable, lightweight and waterproof materials with a frame made out of aluminum or aluminum alloy. These backpacks have adjustable and padded shoulder straps and an adjustable waist or hip belt, and together with the frame, they distribute weight evenly through the shoulders, hips and back of the person who is carrying a child.
Most of the framed backpacks have adjustable straps on the child seat, so the child is in a safe position. Also, as your child grows, you can adapt the back of the seat with those traps.
These backpacks are made for specific outdoor activities, like hiking, climbing, traveling but they are also used a lot for shopping and going through the city rush. Framed backpacks can be worn by several people because of adjustable shoulder and waist straps.
Spring Garden Mei Tai can be found on the Amazon.com for the price of $25.48 (£19.40). It is made out of 100% cotton, with padded shoulder straps and waist support. This carrier has a very interesting design! If you choose, you can reverse it to one color side. You can use it for babies older than 6 months, and until they turn to weight 15kg (35lbs). Like all Mei Tai carriers, this one is also not recommended for new born babies. You can carry your child both in the front and on the back of your body.
Mei Tai carriers are easy to use, and it can be worn by several people. If you want to see how you can tie up this carrier, you can check the instructions on their You Tube channel.
At the bottom of the same page, you can find customers review and check out their experience with this carrier.
Shipping will be charged $6.98 (£5.32).
For the price of 27.99$ (21.31£), you can buy Palm and Pond Mei Tai carrier.
It has a very interesting design with reversible colors. The Palm and Pond carrier is made out of cotton which perfectly molds to your baby's body.
It is easy to tie up: Shoulder straps are 220cm (86") and waist straps are 215cm (84") long, so differently sized people can use it. The adult can carry a child from 6th month up to until he/she reaches 15kg (35lbs) of weight.
The Palm and Pond Mei Tai Carrier can be positioned on the front, hips or at the back of the adult`s body.
Shipment will be charged 10$ (7.61£). This seller can ship almost anywhere in the world.
At the bottom of the page, you can find the customers reviews. Mei Tai Palm and Bond is rated 4 out of 5 stars.
Daisy Baby (UK manufacturer) is offering Mei Tai carriers for the price of 19.99£ (24.68$). Daisy baby has many color patterns to choose from, you can click here for polka dot Mei Tai. Each one of them is unique and can be reversed to a black side. All of these Mei Tai are made from cotton. Like all Mei Tai carriers, they are good for babies starting from 6 months up to 3 years. It is easy to use, and it can be worn by people of different sizes.
Instructions will be sent bundled with the carrier. Ain addition, you can see methods how to tie up properly here.
When you choose your Mei Tai, you will have to submit your shipping information.
Shipping for the UK starts from 1 to 3.95£ (from 1.35$ to 5.13$). For international shipping (through Airmail or courier service), the fee is 6£ (7.79$). All other costs are on the account of the customer, when the package reaches to the customer's country.
This is an high quality carrier that is on sale for only 29.99$ (22.77£)! Before the price was 89.99$ (68.31£). You have several patterns and colors to choose from and all of them are made of cotton-spandex fabric. You can carry newborns, toddlers and children not weighting over 15kg (35lbs). It fits mostly everyone, and with learning techniques on how to tie him or her up, you are good to go.
You can order Oregon Fog wrap, or you can check all the options right here. All of them are currently on sale. On the same page of the Oregon Fog wrap, you can read the reviews of other customers.
If you want to learn how to tie a wrap: check out here.
Cuddle Bug does shipping in USA only. When you choose your wrap, you will then submit your contact info and you will see if there is going to be extra shipping fees.
If you are interested in an ergonomic carrier which features a unique arched canopy hood that keeps baby in full sight and happily covered, the Infantino Cuddle Up Carrier might be the right choiche for you!
The large, ergonomic seat supports from knee2knee with a rounded back for a safe and comfy ride for the baby. Adults will love this carrier too, it has adjustable shoulder straps and a big waist belt to transfer the kid weight down to the adult hips for a more comfortable fit.
The Infantino Cuddle Up is a great option for children from 12-40lbs (5.4 - 18.1 kgs).
It offers two ways to carry you child: Front and Backpack, the hoodie made of canopy is removable.
You can order your Infantino Cuddle Up Ergonomic Hoodie Carrier on Amazon.com for the price of 31.67$ without any extra charges.
On the bottom of the page, you can check other customer reviews and see their opinion of this carrier that is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars..
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