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Need a carrier ... so Confused!

Caseyk1127Caseyk1127 member
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Ok, so long story short I have a 2 1/2 yr old DS and a 19 mo old DD. The 19 mo old HATED the carrier I had for DS so I sold it and got her a stroller. Fast-forward to now, she HATES the stroller and wants to be carried everywhere ... and preferable on our backs or shoulders.

So I was looking at the Ergo 360, Original, or Performance ... or the Boba 4G or Air. I can't decide which would be best. Any opinions or thoughts? I have nowhere around me to go try these items.

Not sure if it really matters but we live in a warmer climate, travel, I'm 5'2", DD is 20lbs and 29", DS is 28lbs & 3'.

I'd prefer something really comfortable as I tend to get a sore back, and nothing too hot.
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Re: Need a carrier ... so Confused!

  • blu-eyedwifeblu-eyedwife member
    You'll get a lot of recommendations for getting a toddler carrier - and it's definitely something you should consider.  If I were at zero and first buying a carrier for a 19 month old, that's probably what I would do.

    That being said, we still use our Ergo Performance and Babyhawk with my 2.5 year old son who is 30lbs.  I'm 5'3", DH is 6"2. 
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  • Caseyk1127Caseyk1127 member
    I was looking at the Tula Toddler but it says starting at around 25 lbs. I should have also mentioned I want something that is easy to pack so no metal frames, etc.
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  • ncbellencbelle member
    I agree that while any of those would work, you'll likely be happier with something larger bodied if you are buying for a toddler.  I would skip the Boba Air for sure - it's super lightweight and has basically no support - not very good for long term wearing IMO.

    The toddler Action Baby Carrier is a lighter weight option that's less expensive.  The standard size Kinderpack would be bigger than either the ergo or boba and is available with a mesh panel if you are worried about the heat.


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  • opheliainwadersopheliainwaders member
    I have a Beco Soleil, and I use it with my 20lb 1-year old. Obviously haven't tried with an older kiddo yet, but I find it easy to put on front and back, and it's the only thing I can front-carry her in these days without back pain.
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