Baby Carriers – Choosing the Right Pouch, Ring Sling, or Carrier for You
With a number of choices out there for baby carriers, it is difficult to select the right one for your requirements. Listed are all the different types of carriers with the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Each carrier style listed below supports the baby rather than having the baby hang at the crotch like most carriers in stores. When a baby hangs at the crotch it effects the spine and can cause damage. The carriers below the baby is supported by having the bum lower than the knees. The baby's weight is on the bum instead of the hip joints and spine.
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Seven Slings 1 piece BRAND NEW Autumn Blaze |  |
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US $10.99 | 30m |
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Snugli Baby Carrier | |
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US $15.00 | 37m |
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BabyBjorn Baby Bjorn Black Miracle Soft Cotton Baby Carrier 15724 NEW | |
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US $125.00 | 1h 3m |
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Moby Wrap | |
5 Bids | US $19.07 | 1h 7m |
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HIP HAMMOCK BABY CARRIER | |
1 Bid | US $7.99 | 1h 9m |
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Baby Bella Maya Designer Cover for Baby Bjorn Front Pack Carrier Pink Floral NIP | |
1 Bid | US $9.99 | 1h 15m |
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Snugli Baby Sling | |
0 Bid | US $5.00 | 1h 21m |
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SALE Giggle Life Baby Carrier Infant Sling Wrap Backpack | |
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US $30.13 | 1h 56m |
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DIDYMOS sling baby carrier JONAS blue green size 5 42M wrap cotton didimos | |
0 Bid | US $90.00 | 1h 59m |
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Cotton Ring Sling Pouch Baby Carrier 0 36Months Coffee | |
0 Bid | US $15.99 | 2h |
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DIDYMOS sling baby carrier NINO jeans blue size 4 5 39M wrap cotton didimos | |
1 Bid | US $90.00 | 2h |
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Infant Carrier Adjustable Sling | |
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US $29.99 | 2h 1m |
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DIDYMOS sling baby carrier indio ultramarin size 5 6 44M wrap cotton didimos | |
0 Bid | US $90.00 | 2h 1m |
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DIDYMOS sling baby carrier TOM size 4 37m wrap organic cotton didimos box cd | |
0 Bid | US $80.00 | 2h 2m |
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ERGO Baby Carrier Black Tan Nearly NEW | |
25 Bids | US $66.00 | 2h 24m |
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Belle Baby Carriers with Head Support Organic Earth | |
0 Bid | US $64.95 | 3h 35m |
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100 COTTON Baby Sling Wrap Infant Soft Toddler collection Eco friendly | |
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US $72.80 | 4h 59m |
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100 Merino Infant Baby Sling Wrap Light wt Soft Warm Toddler collection sling | |
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US $233.60 | 5h |
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100 New Ergo Baby Carrier Black Colour | |
2 Bids | US $51.00 | 7h 10m |
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Infantino Front 2 Back Carrier preowned | |
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US $15.00 | 7h 55m |
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Infantino Siderider preowned | |
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US $20.00 | 7h 56m |
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NEW Be bella Baby WRAP toddler CARRIER Sling KHAKI | |
0 Bid | US $14.99 | 8h 4m |
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EVENFLO NAVY BLUE RED PLAID SOFT BABY SLING OR CARRIER | |
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US $12.99 | 8h 30m |
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Baby Bjorn Baby Carrier Navy Blue | |
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US $40.00 | 8h 31m |
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Combi Ninna Nanna soft baby toddler hip carrier sling made in Japan | |
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US $46.00 | 8h 44m |
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Seven Everyday Baby Sling in Green Vibe Color New in unopened package | |
0 Bid | US $9.99 | 9h 15m |
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20 Off 6 in 1 Baby Carrier Infant Front Black Backpack Sling Wrap Red Dark Blue | |
1 Bid | US $29.99 | 9h 21m |
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Infantino Baby Infant Front Carrier Snugli Sling | |
0 Bid | US $4.99 | 9h 44m |
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Infantino Flip Carrier | |
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US $20.00 | 9h 48m |
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INFANTINO BABY CARRIER | |
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US $10.00 | 9h 57m |
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Graco baby sling NWOT | |
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US $22.00 | 10h |
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Moby Wrap black New baby carrier excellent baby product | |
0 Bid | US $37.99 | 10h 4m |
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New 20 Off 6 in 1 Baby Carrier Infant Front Black Backpack Sling Wrap Dark Blue | |
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US $32.99 | 10h 13m |
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Original Red Baby Bjorn Plaid Interior Infant Carrier | |
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US $29.95 | 11h 9m |
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Moby Wrap ORGANIC Eggplant Color Very Good Condition | |
1 Bid | US $19.99 | 11h 14m |
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Ergo Galaxy Infant Insert EUC | |
3 Bids | US $11.35 | 11h 21m |
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Black and White Ring Sling | |
US $30.00 | 11h 30m |
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NEW with Tags Moby Wrap baby sling carrier forest moss green | |
3 Bids | US $22.89 | 11h 41m |
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Snugli | |
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US $24.99 | 11h 45m |
The baby's are also held tight to your body making it easier on your back and muscles. It also leaves them feeling more secure and safe.
Pouches
Styles - Padded - can provide cushioning for wearer and baby
Unpadded - can be more comfortable for some wearers, cooler
Stretch - allows you to keep the baby closer to you.
Non-Adjustable - quickest to get on and learn how to use.
Adjustable(zippers, rings, or snaps) - allows more than 1 sized wearer to use it.
Reversible - gives you 2 pouches in 1, also makes it look nicer when using a shoulder flip.
Fabrics - Cotton, Flannel, Fleece, Organic, Solarveil, Hemp, Mesh, Silk.
Carries - Cradle, Kangaroo/Buddha, Hip, Back, Tummy-To-Tummy.
Advantages - Easiest to learn how to use. Compact. Quick to put on and get a baby/toddler in. Easy to breastfeed with. Deeper pocket allows a nicer fit for the baby without fabric bunching. Inexpensive.
Disadvantages - Most are not adjustable, you cannot use them for different sized wearers. Some babies do not like them. They are worn on 1 shoulder which can cause a strain on the shoulder/back with heavier babies or when wearing for long periods.
Ring Sling
Styles - Padded - Gives cushioning to wearer and Baby.
Unpadded - easier to tighten, not as hot.
Open Tail - Allows wearer to adjust top and bottom rails separately. Can use the tail as a sun shield/blanket.
Closed Tail - No loose fabric to get in the way. Only have to tighten 1 piece.
Fabrics - Cotton, Fleece, Solarveil, Mesh, Silk, Organic, Twill.
Carries - Cradle, Kangaroo/Buddha, Hip, Back, Tummy-To-Tummy.
Advantages - Adjustable. Can be used for different sized wearers. More compact than a wrap. Easy to use.
Disadvantages - 1 shouldered which can cause strain on the wearer. Not as comfortable as a wrap. For some, the rings can slip a bit.
Long Wraps (4+ Metres/Yards)
Styles - 4Metres/Yards up to 9/10Meteres/Yards
Tapered - makes it easier to tie the knot and leaves less fabric hanging.
Stretch - Allows a wearer to leave it on all day, popping a baby in and out as needed.
Woven - Doesn't have the bounce a stretch wrap does.
Fabrics - Cotton, Fleece, Cotton Knit, Organic
Carries - Cradle, Kangaroo/Buddha, Hip, Back, Tummy-To-Tummy, Cross Carries.
Advantages - Distributes child's weight over entire upper back. More comfortable. Larger variation in carries you can use.
Disadvantages - Can be trickier to learn how to use. Alot of fabric. A bit harder to breastfeed with. Tied with a knot.
Short Wraps(3-4 Metres/Yards)
Styles - 3Metres/Yards up to 4Meteres/Yards
Tapered - makes it easier to tie the knot and leaves less fabric hanging.
Stretch - Allows a wearer to leave it on all day, popping a baby in and out as needed.
Woven - Doesn't have the bounce a stretch wrap does.
Fabrics - Cotton, Fleece, Cotton Knit, Organic
Carries - Cradle, Kangaroo/Buddha, Hip, Back, Tummy-To-Tummy, Cross Carries.
Advantages - Easier to get on than a long wrap. Less fabric than with a long wrap.
Disadvantages - Fewer carries that you can use compared with a long wrap. Only goes over 1 shoulder. Learning curve is harder than with a ring sling or a pouch. Tied with a knot.
Soft Carriers
Styles - Asian Baby Carriers - 4 straps to tie to hold the baby. Tied with a knot.
Korean Carrier - 1 long strap, tied with a knot.
Constructed Carriers - Use buckles, velcro and snaps.
Onbuhimo - 1 strap and rings. Tied with a knot.
Podaegi - A small blanket with a strap. Tied with a knot.
Fabrics - Canvas, Twill, Cotton.
Carries - Front(facing out), Back, Hip.
Advantages - Quick to get on. Not as bulky as a wrap.
Disadvantages - Most cannot be used for hip carries or for laying down carries. Can be difficult to breastfeed with a small infant.
Hip Carriers
Styles - Hip/Waist belts and buckles.
Fabrics - Canvas, Hemp, Cordura
Carries - Hip, Front(not all hip carriers), Back(not all hip carriers)
Advantages - Easy to get on. Not alot of fabric.
Disadvantages - Can only be used for babies who have excellent back and neck control. Most cannot be used in any carry other than the hip. Some are not handsfree.
In general,
It's all a matter of personal preference.