Is the K'Tan easy on your back?

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I'd like a wrap-type carrier for when LO is small, and since he's due in July it will be hot during those tiny months. So I've been planning on a K'Tan Breeze since it sounds like it's more breathable, rather than a Moby (which is what I wanted before).

I have shoulder pain sometimes though - is the K'Tan comfortable? Or can you recommend another wrap that's good for hot weather? I do want to get one that distributes weight on both shoulders rather than a sling.

Thanks!

ETA: I already have an Ergo for later, but would like a wrap for when baby is tiny.

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MandJS:

Just so you know... k'tans are not wraps. They are similar, but they are "pretied" basically. A Bali Breeze may work for you, as well.

Yeah I know, I just wasn't sure what else to call it :P I did look at the Bali Breeze briefly and will check it out again. Thanks!

pixieprincss

Since you are open to wrapping, but just not the hot jersey fabric of the Moby, what about a woven wrap? I wore a 100% cotton one all last summer, but I have tried cotton and linen, as well. Wraps are breathable and VERY supportive. The K'Tan is stretchy like a Moby and stretchy wraps aren't great for people with pain. The snug supportiveness of a woven wrap is the best, IMO.

tnleigh

I use a baby k'tan to lug around my 18 lb 4 month old and it is not painful at all.  We use the forward facing hold and he loves it.  When the material starts to get too stretched out I just toss it in the washer and then dry it and it's back to normal.  I would say we use the baby k'tan 3 or more times a week.  I used it in the cradle position when DS was smaller and no back pain then either.