What are the different types of baby carriers?

Baby carriers come in three styles: Wraps: A super-long piece of stretchy fabric you configure and tie around your body, usually over your shoulders and around your mid-section, to create a carrier. Slings: A wide piece of fabric that goes over one shoulder and across your torso.
The crossed fabric panels in the front of the carrier provide a comfortable, ergonomic seat for your little one, and a sash wraps around your baby for added safety and security. We love how soft the fabric is and how the one-size-fits-all sizing adjusts to fit a large range of wearers.
There are three different carry positions and lots of padding so you can wear your baby for an extended period of time without feeling pressure on your shoulders or back. There’s no hip carry option with this carrier.
Newborns: These carriers are ready for your little one as soon as they are born, without the use of an extra infant insert. However, your baby will most likely outgrow these picks sometime between 12 and 15 months old, so think about how long you plan on carrying baby when deciding on these.

How to choose a comfortable baby carrier?

Babies need to feel secure to feel comfortable and safe. Carriers that hold baby close to your body and up high enough for you to kiss the top of their head are ideal (and safe!). Baby’s head and back should be supported properly as well.
Newborns: These carriers are ready for your little one as soon as they are born, without the use of an extra infant insert. However, your baby will most likely outgrow these picks sometime between 12 and 15 months old, so think about how long you plan on carrying baby when deciding on these.
The most comfortable babywearing position will change as baby grows. Young infants in their “fourth trimester” (0-3 months) feel comfort tightly swaddled or snuggled up close to their parents in front carry facing in position.
The International Hip Displaysia Institute recommends inward-facing carrying during the first six months of infancy. This is because this time period is one of rapid hip development, and facing your baby toward you in their carrier can actually promote optimum hip development.

What equipment do you need to carry a baby?

Getting a carrier isn’t a necessity—you could use a stroller when you’re out and about and a bouncy seat or swing at home. But a carrier is the only gadget that lets you do your own thing, hands-free, while your little one relaxes against you.
Use a baby sling. A baby sling is a fabric, one-shouldered carrier that is a safe option for carrying your baby. Make sure that your baby’s face is not covered by your body or the sling when you carry your baby this way. Your baby may have difficulty breathing if his or her face is covered.
There are three different carry positions and lots of padding so you can wear your baby for an extended period of time without feeling pressure on your shoulders or back. There’s no hip carry option with this carrier.
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Should I Wear my Baby on the chest or back?

When you are wearing your baby, they should be in a vertical position. Allowing a baby to lay in a cradle position can tuck the baby’s chin too deeply. Tucking the baby’s chin too close to their chest can compromise their airway.
It is best to establish a rule of not letting your baby sleep on your chest. Letting your baby sleep on your chest, or co-sleeping might seem like a very good way for you to bond with your child, but it can be dangerous. You might be rocking the baby to sleep, but as soon as you lay him, he might wake up.
When you are wearing your baby, they should be in a vertical position. Allowing a baby to lay in a cradle position can tuck the baby’s chin too deeply. Tucking the baby’s chin too close to their chest can compromise their airway. Having the baby upright allows the baby’s airway to stay straight so they can breathe freely.
When a baby is worn or carried on the body, rather than lying in a stroller staring at the sky, the inside of the stroller, or a baby iPhone, the baby is privy to the constant motion of an ambulating adult. The worn baby is moving as you move.

How to choose the right baby carrier for Your Baby?

Carriers allow you to keep your baby close and content while leaving your hands free to perform other tasks. The ability to hold and bond with baby while still getting things done almost makes a great baby carrier a must-have piece of baby gear. From soft structured carriers to wraps and slings, we tested them all in our new baby carrier review.
Some parents believe the “holy grail” of baby carriers is a product that can work from newborn to toddler, by allowing seamless carry positions changes while retaining comfort in each stage. A carrier that works well in the first few months may not perform well as your baby reaches a year and beyond.
Being able to wear little ones on your back can increase the longevity of your baby carrier and babywearing time. The BabyHawk Meh Dai (shown here) can be worn on your back with older babies. Wearing baby on your back is another great way to get longevity out of a carrier as your baby grows.
The most comfortable babywearing position will change as baby grows. Young infants in their “fourth trimester” (0-3 months) feel comfort tightly swaddled or snuggled up close to their parents in front carry facing in position.

What age do babies outgrow carriers?

The bottom-line is that even though you can use a baby carrier at any age, the type and properties of the carrier you choose should depend on how old your baby is: Your baby carrier for this age should be rigid and offer excellent neck support.
Your baby has outgrown their infant seat when they hit the maximum weight limit for their seat, or when the top of their head is level with the top of the seat – whichever comes first. Children are safest staying in the lower stage seat until it is outgrown.
You can safely shift to an ergo baby carrier without an insert after your baby can hold their head and sit with their legs splayed. This is usually around 4-6 months of age. Anything before that will require a newborn insert. When Is It Safe to Carry a Baby on Back in Ergo Carrier?
Front-outward facing can then be adopted from ages 4 to 6 months when your baby learns to hold his/her own neck. Hip carry and back carry shouldn’t be adopted until after the baby is at least 9-10 months old. At the end of the day, deciding on the right position boils down to the weight and other growth parameters of your baby.