Baby wearing is something many people enjoy the idea of, especially new parents. However, there are some baby carriers that make people very uncomfortable when carrying their little one throughout the busy day. For parents who have never attempted to wear a carrier, they hear the bad stuff about them and may not choose to explore their options. This is bad news because if you know where to look and what features make them most comfortable, it is possible to find good carriers. Here are a few things you need to consider when looking for the most comfortable baby carrier options.
What Features make Baby Carriers Most Comfortable?
The biggest thing you need to look for is how well a carrier will support both …show more content…
There are some that are soft wraps for your baby while others may have firmly padded areas that are designed to support them. Some parents prefer the sling style carriers because of the fact that they are purely made of fabric, but with this style of carrier, a parents has very little extra support for their back and shoulders. This can make them uncomfortable as an infant grows into toddlerhood. The harder style of baby carrier, one such as the Ergobaby Original, supports babies and toddlers up to 45 pounds so that you can walk easier while carrying your child while remaining hands free. Our Ergobaby Original review can also be found …show more content…
There are baby carriers that are designed to be worn as a sling. This can help your infant by allowing them to lay down and nap while you go about your daily chores, but often the weight of your little one will be on one shoulder, which can be uncomfortable for you. Carriers that allow you to wear your infant on your back, may provide comfort for you both, but a newborn baby will not be able to nurse in this sling. There are hip carriers available, but you have to carry all of their weight on your side. The most comfortable baby carriers end up being the ones that you can wear with the baby on your chest. Your back is supported, your shoulders are comforted, and the infant inside can nurse or sleep in comfort, fully supported by the carrier. Some of these carriers also can be worn in a way that allows your little one to look at the world around them, but this should not be done until your baby can hold its head upright and support its own