Soft Carriers

A soft carrier has straps that go over both of the wearer's shoulders to hold the baby against the wearer's body. Some soft carriers have a waist strap. Soft carriers include front carriers, back carriers and some hip carriers.  Some carriers can be used for both front and back carries.

Why Choose a Soft Carrier?
A soft carrier is easy to use and has a very little learning curve.  They are great for newborns.  Most are adjustable to different sizes.
 
**It is very difficult to assess the pros and cons of soft carriers since there is such a range in the quality/comfort of the various products available.  For that reason, The Baby Sling Shop only carries the Ergo and Beco Carriers as we have deemed it to be a superior soft carrier.  The following Pros/Cons are in regards to the ERGO and BECO carriers only**
   

Pros

Cons
  • Easy to put on and take off
  • Easy to use
  • Great for newborns (with the infant insert)
  • The Ergo is a versatile carrier that will grow with your baby through toddlerhood
  • Excellent for heavy babies/toddlers (up to 40lbs).  This is probably the best carrier for toddlers
  • Excellent for extended babywearing
  • Great for both a front and back carry
  • Somewhat bulky
  • Some find it difficult to breastfeed