It is an excellent baby carrier for plus-sized parents, with long and widely adjustable shoulder straps and a hip belt. We definitely suggest the X cross-strap configuration for higher comfort over longer carries, and it's a better option for parents who get uncomfortable with the straps rubbing under the arms. As with so many baby products, the instructions are in pictures – but, helpfully, there are also written ones if you find them easier. Whether you are at the water park, pool, or beach, the WaterLand baby carrier offers adventure and safety with a unique neoprene fabric that keeps your baby (and you! We did need to read the manual and watch a few instructional videos before mastering it, mostly because there are so many adjustments and features to take advantage of.

The padding needs to be in all the right places: along the back contour, where arms and legs meet open air, on the bum, and wherever a body part might come in contact with a fastening or adjustment component. The more practical aspects haven’t been forgotten, either: when the inevitable happens and your little one regurgitates their lunch over the Baby Bjorn, you can throw the carrier into the washing machine at 40c. Now produced in a new range of bright, funky colours (the Spirit collection) as well as its traditional black and navy (Classic), the Baby Björn Original Carrier is a favourite among mums, dads and celebrities. It also has an SPF-protective hood that tucks away out of view when not in use, which is great when it's too sunny or it starts sprinkling outside.On the other hand, the BabyBjorn Original is also a great choice for up to 6 months, less bulky, and a lot less expensive. The maximum weight is 45 pounds overall, and at the lower end (8 pounds) there is no infant insert required. Some little cons to consider: it cannot be used as a hip seat, and it tends to get a bit hot during the summer (but see the Tula Coast Explore which adds a mesh front). The BabyBjörnOriginal was the neatest and most compact of the lot until the company recently launched the BabyBjörn Carrier Mini.

The sturdy waist belt and padded shoulder straps relieve pressure on your back and shoulders and make babywearing possible for newborns and up to the age of three. Created especially for newborns and designed to make your first months as a new parent both easier and cozier, Baby Carrier Mini is soft, snug and easy to use. Just be careful what you put in the giant pocket, such as keys or anything else with sharp edges, since they will be up against your baby's back with only a thin fabric in between. The sturdy waist belt and padded shoulder straps relieve pressure on your back and shoulders, and make babywearing possible from newborn and up to the age of three.It makes either a great front carrier or a back carrier and will definitely do the job until the baby’s toddler age.

Some specifics that we really liked about the Tula Explore: it has a nice waistband pocket for storage, a removable hood for naps and shade, a really nice ergonomic lower panel design that supports hip development, and it's also a good baby carrier for plus-size parents given its extended waist and shoulder adjustment range. Certified by OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Class 1 for baby products, meaning that it’s made from fabrics that are kind to sensitive skin and safe to taste. Both these materials are soft and flexible, but the cool 3D mesh is a better choice if you easily get hot or live in a warm climate.While the Ergobaby is more versatile in that it can be used for older and larger babies, the Baby Bjorn is considerably less expensive. Overall, the infants and toddlers both loved the Moby Fit, and the toddlers appreciated the front-facing position.

Baby Carrier One Air is crafted in an airy 3D mesh and Baby Carrier One is made of a soft cotton blend. This feature is amazing for toddlers who can sit up independently and is unique to the Onya carrier. The company claim that the Baby Carrier Mini is designed to sit high up on your chest so that the baby can feel your heartbeat, which helps soothe them.Then again, the Ergobaby has a thick band meant to add lumbar support, whereas the Baby Bjorn doesn’t have any added support in place for you while you wear your baby. Exceptional lower back comfort with padded lumbar support waistbelt and extra padded shoulder straps.