Sometimes a stroller is not the best way to travel, and as I’d mentioned earlier; my baby does not always need wheels to get around in style. Besides, a carrier would give Gum a different perspective than a stroller. Plus, Gum would be kept close to mommy’s ever-growing boobs.

While slings seem to be the “IN” thing as of late.. I really don’t feel comfy looking at them. Thus we decided on giving it a miss. Which really doesn’t give us much of a choice, but to stick to the conventional carriers.

BABYBjORN Baby Carrier Original Spirit

When your baby is a little older, and has a stronger neck, the neck-rest can be folded down.

For babies at least 3.5kg to 11kgs.

Machine-washable.

BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Air

It’s cool and comfortable, both for you and for your child, thanks to the unique, breathable material from which it is made.

BABYBJÖRN Baby Carrier Air is made from an airy 3D mesh that efficiently carries away heat and moisture. It is soft and flexible and shapes itself gently to the baby’s body.  The baby carrier provides excellent support for your little child’s back and head, and makes sure that baby’s legs and arms are in a physiologically correct position. When your child is a little older, the neck-rest can be folded down so that the child can be carried facing forwards and look around.

Is easily packed and takes very little space. It comes with a practical storage bag in a pocket on the inside of the baby carrier.

Machine-washable, 40˚C. Dries quickly after washing.
From newborn at least 3.5 kgs up to 11 kgs.

Maclaren Techno Baby Carrier

Its ergonomic, one-piece design makes certain that baby’s weight is not borne by any openings secured with clips, buttons or fasteners that could fail. If safety is your concern, this carrier offers a secondary restraint system which provides additional security and ensures that your little one is safely and securely suspended. Created with both baby and parent in mind, the Maclaren baby carrier strives to provide a pleasurable, comfortable experience for everyone.

• Ergonomic one piece design
• Secondary restraint for added security
• Unique, removable pod insert for use with 3.5-6kg/8-12lbs.
• Infants face toward the parent, older babies can face outward
• Comes with a removable bottle holder and blanket/bib for teething babies
• Adjustable straps ensure a comfortable fit for petite through extra large adults
• Improved quick-release buckles for ease of use
• Enhanced shoulder and back support

Good in that it adapts well to the needs of your growing child, giving extra head and body support when it’s needed; bad in that there are eight buckles (count ‘em!) to secure before you can get on the move with your baby.