Baby Bjorn Baby Carrier, $66, amazon.com
So, baby-mamas-to-be, it's time for Take It or Leave It Tuesday, where I ask about a specific piece of baby gear and you tell me if you think it's essential or not. Last week, I asked about the Boppy Nursing Pillow, and most moms said they'd take it. Today, it's the Baby Bjorn Baby Carrier.
There are lots of baby carriers and slings out there -- is this "the" must-have of the bunch? You tell me.
Item: Baby Bjorn Original Baby Carrier
Cost: About $65 - $80, depending on color and where you buy
What It Does: Carries your baby in a chest-facing or outward-facing direction, allowing mom or dad hands-free flexibility
Pros: It's a safe, sturdy carrier that allows you to see the baby while wearing him
Cons: It's pricey, and some moms don't find it the most comfortable baby-wearing option
What do you think?
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Comments 29
I wanted one with my DD, but never got one. Too expensive.
I have a less expensive sling that works just fine. Now that it's winter, I'm using it a bit more when I take my 6-month old outdoors. I fear that I will be mistaken for an Attachment Parenting mom!! I'm definitely NOT one of those!
No way! I love the Mei Tai that my mom made for me! Way more comfy! Even DH wears our daughter in the Mei Tai.
Leave it! It's stiff and uncomfortable for both mom AND baby. Get a sling that is better looking, cheaper, and more comfortable for both parties.
leave this one...less good for baby's spine develpment and leg circulation.....get an Ergo if you want a 'structured' carrier, or get a mei tai if you want a pack-style made form fabric and more DH friendly (at least for mine anyways) :D
I've tried the Ergo and a sling. I actually didn't like the Ergo carrier. Even after all the research I did, it wasn't comfortable at all, so, I'm trying the Baby Bjorn this time around.
lol i bought this and used it like once >.< It wasn't something that was truly necessary since she grew so fast haha! ^_~
I prefer my BabyHawk and now ToddlerHawk
I had one for both my boys. Loved it but it did hurt my back. Now that I know more about babywearing I have learned the Baby Bijorn is not good for baby's back or hips. And it's hard on Mom too. A better option would be a Moby wrap, Ergo, Mei Tei, or a sling. Here is a link that people should read to help them pick their carrier. http://www.didymos.de/english/index.php?s=sah
I didn't like it. It hurt my back and was too dificult to use. I liked the Sling style much better.