Baby Sling Carrier

• Wrap-around sling: This consists of a large piece of cloth with a buckle you can adjust to make a cradle in which you put your newborn. It can be worn across the body like a sash to form a hammock in which the baby can lie. This can also be fastened to balance a toddler on your hip. Many women find this useful when they are breast-feeding. But as the baby grows older and weighs more it becomes difficult to use.
• Drop-in baby carrier: This consists of a pouch, which has arm and leg holes, this rests of the chest of the person wearing it. The baby is made to sit in this pouch with his arms and legs passing through the holes so that he is secure as he sits. Newborns are made to face inwards and older children are made to face outward. Many parents prefer this, as it is comfortable and less cumbersome than a pram. But once the baby is over six months it is difficult to carry him like this.
• Backpack Carrier: Once your baby can sit by himself without any support, you can use this carrier. This is worn on the back and usually has a metal frame; the baby gets a good view of what is happening around him. If you buy a rain cover then you can use it in all kinds of weather. Some of the backpack carries have a pull -along feature with wheels and a handle and can to used as a 'little-buggy' for short distances. Some come with stands so you can grab a cup of coffee while putting the backpack down for a while.