LOVE the versatility of front, hip and back carrying- having options is always good. I used to carry my daughter ALL the time in the Bjorn but it hurts my back now that she weighs about 22 pounds and that is a front-only carrier. I love carrying her on my back, and she thinks it's pretty fun too. It's easy to put on, although I still need help putting her on my back, but I think I'll get it on my own soon. It's comfortable and I think it looks good- especially in black. I wish I had gotten this sooner.
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Love this ERGO carrier. The fabric is lightweight, and it is very comfortable! The front, hip, and back positions offer a lot of flexibility, and my son (nine months) is comfortable in all three positions (in fact it's the only time he isn't a squirmy worm)! I started using this carrier when he was four months old in the front carry position, and added the hip and back positions at six months. The company also offers great tutorial videos for how to switch positions while carrying your baby. Most importantly, I have never had a neck, shoulder, or back pain while using this product (and I've worn him over two hours)!
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I have lower back pain from a couple of herniated disks, so ergonomics are very important to me. I got this for my 2-month old baby (bought the insert of course) as he woild not go to sleep on his own. He was very fussy -- hated his car seat, his swing & everything except nursing. When I put him in the ergo, he fussed for awhile, but only cuz he was being lulled to sleep & sleep he did! This left my arms free & he slept as lon as I kept moving. He is getting less fussy as time goes on (he's 4 months now) but I am quite sure once winter is over, we will be using the ergo baby more than the sling or stroller. We definitely used it more than the stroller..... & I use it in the grocery store. To have the clerks tell me he is the quiestest baby is amusing, considering how fussy he was when not in his ergo! Now I just need those teething things for the straps! I read someone else's review of the ergo before I bought it. They said it was the one carrier they could not live without & I feel the same way! It is good for baby's spine too & that is important to me. I am a tall, large person (5' 9" & size 14 when not pegnant ;-)) -- the performance fits great. My husband can wear baby too! I love it, it is worth the price & will last a long time. If you need a carrier, this is *the* one to buy.
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