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Best carrier for forward facing?

byrne15byrne15 member
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I have an ergo (which ds has refused from day 1) and a k'tan which ds will only let me carry him forward facing.

I don't like how he is just kind of dangling in the carrier, so I have barely been using it.

Are there are carriers where I can hold him forward facing, but his hips/legs are better supported??

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Re: Best carrier for forward facing?

  • KateLouiseKateLouise member

    I don't have any carrier suggestions, but do you think LO would go for a carrier where he's on your back and can see over your shoulder?

    Perhaps if there's a babywearing group near you, you could try some different options out with LO to see what he likes? 

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  • Emerald27Emerald27 member
    The Beco Gemini supports baby's hips and back properly even in a forward facing position. I highly recommend trying one on if there is a baby wearing group in your area.
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  • nekoraynenekorayne member
    I have heard the beco gemini like pp said but I never used it. 

    But I second the high back carry! My son LOVED the high back carry in the woven wrap and he could see everything! 
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  • StefandToddStefandTodd member

    The Gemini allows for a forward-facing carry, but it is not FFing in a supportive hold for baby's legs, hips, back.  You actually snap down the crotch piece to convert it from an ergonomic carrier (when facing mom) to a crotch-danging carrier (facing out).  Just an FYI about the Gemini.

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  • ncbellencbelle member

    The Gemini and the Pikkolo can do FF and will have a wider base than say a bjorn...but I'd still use it as a last resort - it's not going to be nearly as comfortable for you, particularly as he gets bigger.

    You could do a "buddha" carry - this actually will work in the k'tan - basically he will be sitting cross legged so his legs will be tucked in.

    Your problem with the ergo right now likely has to do with the fact that he isn't yet big enough to fit in it legs out.  You could try it with a blanket folded under his bum so his legs will be sticking out the sides - he may like that as it will boost him high enough to see.

    I'd also second the option of a high back carry using a woven wrap or mei tai.

    Long term FF is not a comfortable carry - for you, his weight will be pulling away from you, straining your back.  For him, it will become increasingly harder to get a knee to knee supported position.  

    This can be a tricky age for babywearing as babies want to see but aren't quite in control of their trunks to turn.  Use lots of movement and turn your body to help him see what's around him. 



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