but if you have an older baby who isn't quite ready for toddler carrier but needs something that will last a good year or two it's well worth investigating the Manduca XT, the Boba X, the JPMBB Physio carrier and the Lillebaby Complete. particularly for those who are moving on from one of the smaller carriers on the market (like the Bjorn, Stokke, Izmi baby etc) and are looking for something that will fit now but last as long as possible. It is very simple to use with very few buckles to do up, simply just the waistband and the chest strap. Since Everett is 100% able to have a vote I did ask of one was more comfortable than the other and he wasn’t able to say any over another. The padding is light and squishy which means it moulds around different shapes and sizes really comfortably.

The pouch is made from the same material as the carrier and is NOT waterproof (a wetbag for the carrier included would be nice but the pouch is a total bonus, no other carriers include one that I tried). However, once you try out the carrier in each of its positions (ideally while your little one is napping), it’s extremely easy to put on and take off. Meg Beilsmith Collins started Lucie’s List in 2010 after learning everything about babies the hard way; she is now the Editor in Chief. Since writing this article Connecta have become Integra and the Toddler size has been renamed the "size 2", all of the above in terms of sizing and how the carrier fits is identical between the Connect and the Integra.

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Unlike with the Beco, I had never used a Líllébaby branded carrier with any of my babies since it was newer on the scene. I stress this because I did get it eventually and as an experienced babywearer I want others to know they may have issues too but it doesn’t mean the carrier won’t work (always) it could just mean that you need to make small adjustments.

She’s an Industrial Engineer from Georgia Tech and a former car seat technician (CPST) who lives near Clearwater, FL with her husband Rich and daughters Lucie and Alice. This generous sized carrier is designed to carry toddlers and pre-school children feeling safe and comfortable. The adjustable seat means that it will fit earlier than most other toddler carriers on the market and last longer. I personally preferred the front positions for Elodie, where you simply buckle up the thick waist band, carefully place your baby either facing in or out, then pull each strap over your shoulders while supporting the baby before buckling up the strap at the top of your back.

If I’m being honest, sometimes being able to get the thing I want is more important than other features. You can narrow down your choice using charts and reviews but there is nothing like trying them firsthand to understand which fits your body and your baby best.

The Beco was the only carrier that I really fiddled with to get the perfect fit on the straps and chest clip. The built-in, adjustable, padded headrest with integrated, tuck-away hood is handy for keeping the sun off. As you can see she is still supported to at least mid thigh and has a really comfortable seated position.