Mei Tai

The Mei Tai style carrier is also named an Asian style carrier, due to its origins in the far east. It is like a cross between a wrap and a backpack style carrier, but traditionally lacks any buckles or modern adjustments. It has base straps that wrap around the wearer’s waist and help distribute weight… [Continue Reading]

Ring Sling

Ring Slings are popular carriers that typically rest on one shoulder and the baby is cradled inside the pouch the fabric makes or an older child can be carried on the hip or back. The fabric is adjustable to accommodate for the height and size of the wearer to be the most comfortable. Cotton, especially linen, and… [Continue Reading]

Wraps

The wrap style carrier is a popular carrier for newborns and young infants although most fabrics and brands can accommodate up to 35 lbs. Wraps are made of a long piece of fabric that is crisscrossed and wrapped around the carrier’s body, then the infant can be placed inside. There are variations for the way the wrap… [Continue Reading]

Sling & Carrier Brands

Below are brands that I currently own or are under review. Articles will be posted over the next couple of months. For current reviews visit S&C reviews to see the finished reviews.  A-J Action Baby Carrier Baby BjornBaby in a Fishbowl Ellaroo Ergo Hotslings K-Z Kokopax Moby Sleepywrap Slingling