Baby Carrier

 What a baby carrier is, why you might use one, and how to buy the perfect one for you and your baby. 

 

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What is a baby carrier?

A baby carrier is basically a comfy “pouch-on-a-harness” arrangement that lets you carry your baby against the front of your body or on your back, leaving your hands free.

You may decide that owing to lifestyle, space or storage constraints, budget, or personal preference that you’d like to use a baby carrier instead of a buggy as your sole means of baby transport. Or you could find a carrier as an additional piece of kit for times when it’s not convenient to take a pushchair somewhere, or for when they want that extra-special feeling of holding their baby close.

In addition to baby carriers, there are baby slings. Slings typically have less structure than a baby carrier. If you want to know more, check out our buyer’s guide to slings.  

Do you want a front or back carrier?

A front carrier is usually suitable from birth and will let you to carry your small baby close to you, whilst keeping your hands and arms free. Generally, a front carrier has a shorter lifespan than a back carrier, because once your baby gets bigger, you’ll start to feel the strain of carrying her. A front carrier is soft and easy to pack away.

A back carrier is suitable for a baby who can sit up and support herself. It’ll let you carry your child until she’s 3 or 4 years of age. It’s usually more structured, consisting of tougher fabrics and sometimes a metal frame so is bulkier and heavier and won’t pack away as easily. It’s great for walking and trekking, carrying an older and heavier child, and for use over longer periods, because it’s a comfier carrying position. However, you won’t be able to see your baby.

Still not sure what carrier you’d prefer? Here are the pros and cons of each baby carrier type.

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Who will use it?

You need to think about whether you or you and your partner will be using the carrier. If it’s just you, you can just focus on your comfort. Look for broad, padded straps that evenly distribute your baby’s weight and different lumber support options. However, if you both want to use it, you need to select a carrier that can be easily adjusted to fit your different heights and shapes (and your clothes). The Mamas & Papas Morph takes getting the perfect fit for each of you a step further than most models, by allowing you to purchase separate-sized harnesses for you and your other half, which the pod then attaches to.

Do also pick a color/pattern that’s unisex! Also, think about how strong you both are. A large metal-framed back carrier might be just the job for your hunky triathlete partner, but not so good for your size and strength.