Whether you're using a sling or a carrier, or are new to both, you'll need to make sure you're informed about how to carry your baby safely and comfortably. This applies to both newborn and older babies. See the T.I.C.K.S and ABC safety principles below. We now highlight Great Value baby carriers and slings – these carriers must have scored at least 70% in our testing, but are also at least 20% cheaper than the average price for baby carriers and slings we've tested.

Also I got my ergo from a local independent nursery shop as they didn't mind us trying the slings on and trying them out with my little one in. I think we where in there for a good few hours trying them all on. unlike our local big name nursery chain store who wouldn't even let us take them out of the box. The carrier is adjustable in size, grows with your baby and is also suitable for newborns. You can carry your bundle of joy in three positions. In the instructions, you will find an easy to understand Step-by-Step-Videos for all carrying positions. The following carrying positions work with this baby carrier: I love how easy it is to put on and have had more than one slightly envious remark from a fellow newborn mama friend about how much comfier the Ergobaby looked compared to her elastic wrap sling. It’s super easy to put on, take off and travel with and I’d highly recommend it for daily life with a newborn, as a baby carrier for plane, and travel in general. The ergo is diffenatly my favourite. I can easily put it on by myself and can use it for both my little ones who are 9 months and 2 1/2 years. A friend also has one that he still uses for her 3 year old. I've also got the fleecy cover to keep the little one warm and the infant insert for when my little one was smaller.For outdoors, consider a canopy to help protect your baby's head from the sun. Some carriers also come with sleep hoods. Both of these will add bulk, but are handy extra features. 4. Ease of use For me, the Ergobaby Embrace Baby Carrier has been a godsend. My baby has lived in it from nearly day one, like a little tiny monkey permanently attached to my front. Through snow, wind, rain and sun, I’ve been able to sling my precious cargo up, transport him around and get on with my day. The Ergobaby Embrace Baby Carrier offers TWO positions for the baby – front-inward and front- outward. If you want to protect your baby carrier from your baby's teeth, then you'll find practical drool bibs here that protect the risers from baby gnawing. This way, your carrier will stay intact longer and your baby can happily play with their new chewing tool. When to buy the baby carrier?

Ergobaby has infant carriers for all your needs. From simple soft-structured carriers and stretchy wraps for bonding time with newborns at home to convenient and comfortable hip seats for on-the-go outdoor adventures with toddlers, you can babywear anytime, anywhere. Here are the features you should have and can expect from our baby carriers: If multiple people are going to be using your carrier or sling, or you don't want to spend time learning how to adjust a complicated wrap or carrier, it’s worth choosing one that's straightforward to use and easily adjustable, to ensure a snug fit. As soon as your baby gets bigger and more robust, you simply leave this step out. This way, the entire length and width of the Embrace baby carrier is used and your baby sits in the developmentally appropriate M-position (squat spread position) in the carrier.I also prefer not having to lug a pram around all the time (my kids have never been a fan of the pram as newborns either, so I’d often end up pushing an empty one and walking with a slinged-up baby anyway). Many slings and carriers are designed to be used with newborns. You may have to put a special insert into the carrier, which helps to raise your newborn higher on your chest. The top of your newborn's head should be close enough to kiss.