Reviews about Baby Carriers

pacmansmommy says "I love, love, love my moby!!!" about Moby Wrap

pacmansmommy — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:49:38 GMT

I absolutely love my Moby wrap. It has helped soothe my baby since he was one week old. He is ten months now (and 24 pounds!) and I still use it all the time. Once you get used to wrapping it you can do it quickly and anywhere. I have put mine on in the car many a time ( not while driving :) Just this weekend we went hiking with our baby in the Moby. I recommend this to every woman I know who is having a baby. Best $40.00 I have spent on my baby yet!

I have had people ask me if it is uncomfortable and I always tell them that this is the most comfortable baby carrier I have tried on. I recieved a front baby carrier (infantino) for my baby shower and I used it once becasue it hurt my back so bad, and my baby just wasn't as snuggled.

It does get hot so I don't put my baby in with his sweater or coat on. If when we are walking it does get a little chilly I just wrap a blanket around him on the outside.

I have found many more holds than they show you in the booklet. Once...

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kdozerman says "I couldn't have made it without this carrier...Lifesaver!!" about Babybjorn Original Baby Carrier

kdozerman — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:00:12 GMT

The bjorn carrier is an amazing carrier & saved me in so many ways. First of all this carrier is very easy to put on & get the baby hooked up. I tried the snuggly & it wasn't as easy to hook up and it wasn't as easy on my back. I had back trouble with my first two babies so this carrier was the best and did not trouble me at all. I also tried a sling which really hurt my back as it leaned to one side. All three of my children LOVED this carrier. I even used it when they were older. My second cried a lot and always wanted to be held for at least the first year, so this carrier made it possible for me to get things done around the house without killing my back. Everytime I put her in it she would stop crying. My youngest is the same way. I use it right now for him all the time. He could be upset, I put him in the bjorn and he immediately calms down and just loves it. I use it for shopping, cooking, cleaning, when I'm out with my two toddlers, and basically everywhere...

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nelliegoates says "Has really helped me. " about Babybjorn Original Baby Carrier

nelliegoates — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:45:34 GMT

A friend let me borrow her babybjorn with my third child and I love it. I do not use it all day, mostly when I take my other two children out by myself. It am able to keep track of my other kids while still having my baby close. It is nice to be able to use both set of hands to keep alll the kids close to me. I wish I would have used this with my other two children, it would have made my life easier. One problem I do have is getting too hot while wearing it. I do live in a hot area, so having something extra just does not help at all. But for that being the only problem, I would recommend this product to others. I have read that others have back problems with it, but I have never had this problem. I also do not wear it all day, just when I am shopping or at the library. The price on the product is a bit much, but there are always others who are trying to sell theirs. So there are good deals on the babyborns out there, you just have to look for them.

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maewentzel says "Practical and comfortable, but not compact" about Nojo The Original BabySling

maewentzel — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 22:47:14 GMT

I go this carrier with my first son from a woman who wore her baby in one constantly for two years! My favorite things about it are that it's versatile (good for a newborn all snuggled in tight, up to a toddler who can perch on my hip with the help of this sling.)

The padding is wonderful, and makes it more comfortable for me on my shoulder and for baby when their legs are sticking out, or they're sitting up in it, etc.

The only main downside is the bulk that the padding adds to the sling, and it's not tight and compact enough to be tossed in a baby bag when not in use. It does take up a bit more space.

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jkestes says "Essential piece of baby equipment!" about Ergo Baby Carrier

jkestes — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:38:03 GMT

As a mom of eight children, all nursed and baby-worn, I've tried several baby carriers over the years. The cheap ones are simply not worth the money, and after going through several of them I bought a Bjorn when my oldest was still a baby. I loved it and still think that it is a GREAT carrier, but a couple of babies ago I switched to an Ergo and never looked back. I had shoulder surgery between children, and even though three years went by before having the next baby, I found that the Bjorn hurt my shoulder once the baby was a couple of months old. I decided to try the Ergo since so many of my friends suggested it and I was truly amazed at the difference. I've had no shoulder pain and no back or muscle fatigue at all. In fact, I wore my 15 month old on my back while 7 months pregnant - I wore him all day long while canning 60 quarts of applesauce! I could never have canned while using a front-only carrier (never really cooked while wearing a baby in front) and certainly couldn't...

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sherri3901 says "Easy to use, loved by baby and mom!" about Moby Wrap

sherri3901 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:50:05 GMT

The Moby wrap offered multiple ways to carry our firstborn and be hand-free. She loved to cuddle and we could multi-task and maintain closeness with the Moby wrap. We had several options, whether she was snuggled facing our chest, ready to sleep, or facing forward, checking out the world. I preferred wearing the wrap in public when shopping as people were less likely to reach and touch her when I was wearing her versus sitting in an infant carseat. Knowing she wasn't going to be touched and pick up germs from well-intentioned people made the Moby wrap that much more valuable! As she grew larger and had more head control we simply changed how we carried her in the wrap with a few different tucks and twists. The Moby wrap was easy to use and the guide book offered wonderful descriptions, as well as pictures, to make putting the wrap on very easy. I found it necessary to put the wrap on ahead of time, at home, so it wouldn't drag on the ground. After I made this adjustment,...

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ashleykins20 says "Baby Bjorn Air carriers is great for warmer climates" about Babybjorn Air carrier

ashleykins20 — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 10:17:19 GMT

The Baby Bjorn Air carrier is a great infant carrier for many reasons. First, it is made from a mesh material which makes it ideal for warmer climates. This is perfect for our little coconut as we live in Hawaii! The material is very breathable which makes it ideal for everyday use but also for hikin, which our family loves. It fits both me and my husband very well, and is extremely ease to learn how to use. It is also very nice becuase when the child is young the child can rest on your chest, but when your baby is ready to turn around and see the world, that is also an option! I think my only complaint would be that our particular carrier is made with white mesh fabric which seems to get dirty easily, but can be thrown in the wash. All in all a very nice carrier and it was a very reasonable price. Baby Bjorn is definately a brand you can trust, and it youlive somewhere hot, do you baby a favor and get the air carrier to keep you bundle of joy cooler.

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cotopaxi says "Best carrier for those new to back carries" about Beco Baby Carrier

cotopaxi — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:49:49 GMT

This is a wonderful baby carrier that will last from the infant through toddler stages if you want to keep using it.

The best part of the carrier is how easy it is to use for back carries. I personally have tried many types of baby carriers and am comfortable putting my child on my back using a wide variety of methods. My husband, however, did not want to spend hours learning how to do it, so I wanted something easy for him to use. With the internal harness, you can put the baby into the carrier while he/she is lying on a flat surface, and then pretty much put it on like a backpack. My husband figured it out after about 10 minutes of practice.

With the baby on his back, he was able to go for walks, get his chores done, etc. without her being in the way like in a frontpack carrier, and she ws happier too because she could either peek out over his shoulder and see all the action or lay her head against his back and snooze.

The design of the carrier has excellent waist support so it...

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polkadotstripes says "Great Carrier" about Beco Baby Carrier

polkadotstripes — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:16:48 GMT

Who would've known all the different carriers out there for babies and toddlers. When I was planning my family trip to Disneyland, I knew that I would need something that would help me carry my baby comfortably while waiting in long lines, and walking long distances. Thankfully, I had a friend who was a vendor for different carriers and I had the opportunity to try a bunch out before purchasing, which I would also recommend doing before purchasing a carrier yourself.

I liked the Beco because I could place the child both forward and backwards and on my back. I felt that it was very secure and would hold my child securely. I had good lumbar support and could walk a distance without discomfort. It was a bit tricky at first to get my child in and out. In fact, I had to ask my husband for help each time for the first few times. There is also a DVD that comes with the carrier that shows you exactly how to use the carrier. I know, it sounds overwhelming that you need to watch a...

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mamarabby says "I love this carrier!!" about Kozy Carrier

mamarabby — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:24:18 GMT

I have tried lots of carriers and absolutely love our Kozy Carrier. We have a wonderful black and white print with a pocket on the front, and it goes with everything. Every time I have our son in the Kozy people stop me and ask me what type of carrier it is. Our son is a big guy, 23 pounds, 31 inches at 8 months, and I can carry him for hours with no discomfort. It is very easy to nurse him while wearing him, and it is very discreet, too! Nobody can tell what I am doing! I love the versatility of being able to comfortably wear him on my back or front, and it is quite easy to switch from one position to the other. I was nervous to strap him onto my back alone for the first time, but no problem! I used my cars windows (just reflective enough) to see what I was doing. The strap pocket is nice for small things, and the straps are nicely padded for comfort. I am 5'8" and my husband is 6'6" and we can both use this carrier with ease. Kelly's website is very helpful, too!...

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froggiemom says "The Moby Wrap is by far the most comfortable sling I've tried" about Moby Moby Wrap

froggiemom — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:08:16 GMT

After lots of research, I decided to get a Moby Wrap. I wanted a comfortable sling that was gentle on my back, allowed me to wear my baby without straps and was one-size-fits-all since I wanted to share it with my husband and he is a lot taller than me.

My baby was born in March and we live in Houston, TX, so it gets *HOT* during the Summer months. I got a cotton light-colored Moby, thinking that it would be the best match for the heat. Unfortunately I could only use my wrap until June or so... afterwards it was WAY TOO HOT outside to use it.

I was disappointed... until October came along! Now my baby is 7.5 months old and weights nearly 20 lbs. I'm only 5'4" and 105 lbs but the Moby allows me to carry him without putting any strain in my back, neck or shoulders. Last week I spent 2-3 hours wearing my baby at the Zoo without any troubles at all.. and he LOVES the Moby too.

I have another sling, that I used during Summer because it's lighter than the Moby. I like it too, but since it sits...

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heatherfeather34 says "My daughter loves this" about Ergo Baby Carrier

heatherfeather34 — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:51:41 GMT

and so do I! I started out with the Moby wrap and that worked fairly well for us, but it was a hot to wear, inconvenient to wrap when out and about, and tricky (but possible) to nurse in. I knew I wanted something else, but baby carriers are expensive and one could easily spend a fortune trying out all the variations.

We decided on the Ergo and we couldn't be happier. We've had it for six months now and it is the number one thing I could not live without as far as all baby gear is concerned. I too was worried about her only facing inwards, but she has never minded and she seems to prefer it. She holds on like a little koala bear as we go about our daily business. Unlike the Moby, she isn't flat against my chest, she's sitting, so that she can easily check out the scenery by looking to the sides.

When she was big enough--probably in the neighborhood of 5.5 or 6 months, I started wearing her on my back and that is great! Now when I do those glorious household tasks like cleaning toilets and...

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msangela81 says "It's great for moms who carry their baby a lot." about Moby Wrap

msangela81 — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 20:31:31 GMT

I would definately recommend the Moby Wrap to a mom with a new baby. I used it a lot around my house and when going outside when my son was a newborn. I is especially usefull for those first couple months when a newborn needs a lot of cuddling and and closeness with his parents. My sone would have a fussy time every night for a while therem and it was nice to not have to hurt my back carrying him around to get him calmed down. I have not used it as much as he is almost eight months now, but he does still fit in it and I can still carry him easily with it. It is somewhat difficult to handle all of that material at once, especially in public. I do like to use it at home though. I like that it comes with instructions for different ways to wrap it. Although I only memorized one so far, I need to go back and learn some others for a bigger baby. And it is easily washed in a washing machine. Overall a good purchase for every new mom.

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khakisack says "My lifesaver- I use it every day!" about Moby Wrap

khakisack — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 19:54:59 GMT

My baby was born early and weighed only 5 pounds. He also has bad reflux and needs to be held upright after feedings or he throws it all up, and fusses continuously. I chose the Moby Wrap because it says you can use it from 5-35 pounds, and other baby carriers started at 8 pounds. I was hesitant because I didn't want to tie it, but after watching the You Tube video my concerns disappeared. Tying and wearing the Moby Wrap is easy, and it is unbelievably comfortable! Even when my baby is HORRIBLY fussy he falls asleep in the Moby Wrap! We love to go for walks, and my son, now 2 months, puts his hands on my chest to push himself backward and holds his head up, looking around. He is fascinated by the view from the Moby Wrap as we walk the neighborhood! I also wear him while I do housework and cook. This will be the gift I give my friends as they have babies- I can't imagine being without it!

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lmer13 says "Couldn't live without it!" about Evenflo Snugli Comfort Vent Soft Carrier

lmer13 — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:25:23 GMT

My daughter was born just before slings became popular, so I chose the Evenflo Snugli Comfort Vent Soft Carrier to use when I wanted a free hand. The price on this carrier can't be beat, and the quality is outstanding! The padded shoulder straps are helpful with the extra weight of the baby. My daughter seemed very comfortable every time she was in the carrier, which turned out to be quite a bit. When she was an infant, her head was down below the top of the carrier, so she was protected from the elements. At only four months old, we used the carrier on a trip, and it worked like a charm. I was able to navigate through the airport terminal, and I didn't have to worry about carrying my baby through the small airplane aisles. As she got bigger, her head was able to see over the sides of the carrier, and she enjoyed looking around. She seemed to be really happy when we would walk because I could either turn her toward me for a secure feeling or to the street for a better view!...

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clarinetb says "Good soft-structured carrier, but better options also available" about Ergo Baby Carrier

clarinetb — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:34:41 GMT

I had an Ergo for awhile and it is a decent carrier. I think the big issue is what you are used to using prior to using an Ergo, if you've used other carriers, including wraps, Mei Tais, Buckle Tais, etc you might find it lacking. Those who are a bit intimidated by carriers sometimes find it a nice step into the world of better babywearing carriers.

I'd definitely put Ergo into the category of good carriers, unlike Snugglies, Baby Bjorns and Baby Trekkers who hold the baby in anatomically incorrect positions and put too much force on the hips. The fact that this carrier is widely known and carried in many stores is a definite perk as it breaks a really good carrier to a much wider audience than many other carriers.

My issues with the Ergo are that it has an extrememly short body, which is why it can't be used for infants without the insert. other carriers in a similar style have a long enough body to allow a new born to scrunch up froggie style against you and be snug in the carrier. Also,...

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adcdaylight says "THE best thing I bought for my two daughters when they were born" about New Native Carrier Sling

adcdaylight — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:21:03 GMT

The New Native Baby Carrier is the absolute best baby sling I have ever seen! It is small, light, easy to pack, and it doesn't require adjustments. No buckles or extra fabric to wrap around you. Nothing to slip, nothing to come undone. Perfect! It works wonders! My oldest had severe reflux and this was the only thing that would stop her crying. They should issue them at the hospital! My second child loved it too!!! If you are thinking of getting a sling... this is it! It works for years too.... just leave it doubled over and you can sit older kids in it and save your arms! My 5-yr old still rides in it on occasion. Just put their legs through and it fits under their rear and holds them up. So comfortable and convenient. I would not dream of having a child without one. It is so comfortable - i used to wear my children around the mall, Target, etc. They absolutely loved it and so did I. We recently used it at Disney World for both my 3 and 5 year olds.

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katesview says "great carrier" about Babybjorn Original Baby Carrier

katesview — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:18:43 GMT

This is a great first baby carrier overall, but it was a little tricky getting our little guy into it at the beginning. It was difficult to get it on us in a way that we could get him in it. We tried a few different positions - sitting, laying, etc, but nothing seemed to work. Once our son got a little older (5 months), he was a lot more comfortable facing forward. The only downside that we found is that the "flap" would sit up in his face. It was way to tight to clamp it down, so it just kind of flopped around. All in all though, it's a great carrier - our little guy likes it, and he is safe and secure. We also like that my husband and I can both use it and easily adjust it when switching between us. As all carriers do, after a while it hurts your back a little, but this is likely from our heavy baby rather than the carrier. I would recommend this to new moms, especially for infants after 5 months.

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Piglet5432 says "I tried them all and this is the best" about Mamma's Milk Sling

Piglet5432 — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:20:15 GMT

I could not have survived the first 6 months of having twins without this sling. Throughout the majority of the day one or the other of my twin daughters was in the sling... sometimes both! It worked well for sleeping, colic and even feeding them. I tried many different slings but this sling fit the best and was the most wearable. It is easy to wash and dry and keeps its shape well. It comes in so many colors that I had several depending upon outfits. It is also small enough that you can throw it in your diaper bag.

A must have for any mom or dad!

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bs85r says "Babybjorn Original Baby Carrier is a great hands free baby ride" about Babybjorn Original Baby Carrier

bs85r — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 15:02:48 GMT

I have the Babybjorn Original Baby Carrier, and it is quite useful for wearing around the house to get chores done and keeping baby content while you do it. I am a mother of three who homeschools my children, and I am moving around a lot, so I just strap the baby into the carrier and have my hands free to do laundry, dishes, and teach my other children. The carrier is comfortable and it feels secure. My baby has fallen asleep in the carrier and has been content to sleep against me while I do my work around the house. I like the fact that the Babybjorn can be used forward facing once baby gets older and can support their head by themselves. This is great for taking to the zoo or fair, so that baby can be snuggled right up with mom or dad and not in a stroller the whole time you are walking around. While it is a very secure system, it is hard to get baby out of it when they fall asleep and you want to lay them down.

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