Best For You Best For Your Baby
After reading many online reviews asking other baby-wearers and trying four other baby carriers It is my opinion that the Ergo is the best carrier for my baby and for me. I will tell you what I love about the Ergo style in general and then what I like specifically about the Ergo Sport followed by the things I don't love about the carrier. Finally I will talk about how I think my 7month-old daughter feels about the Ergo.
First what I like about the Ergo in general: I like that the Ergo baby carrier puts most of the baby's weight on your hips making it much more comfortable to wear for long periods of time. It also has very nice padded shoulder straps. Next I love that my baby is in a healthy seated position(and as far as I can observe she is also more comfortable.) I have read that carriers offering the front carry position (this one doesn't) are not good for your baby because instead of being seated they are just kind of hanging from their crotch and that it puts too much pressure on their spine and hips. Versatility--I really appreciate that the Ergo offers three different carry positions: Back Front and Hip (your baby faces in toward you in each of these positions.) A good carrier should carry your baby like you would--close and high. This carrier does that. Also the Ergo has a "sleep hood" which I can pull over my sleeping baby to keep her head from bouncing around. It can also provide privacy for your baby to nurse in the carrier if you choose. Lastly because of how it is designed you can carry heavier children in it (it's rated for up to forty pounds) so you can use the same carrier for your baby or your toddler. The Ergo is to be used only when a child can support his own head well but there is an infant insert you can buy to use before that. I have not comment on the insert as my daughter was 6 months when we got it so we did no purchase the insert.
I cannot compare the Ergo Sport to the original Ergo because I have not tried the original but these are the reasons I chose the Sport: First it claims to be made of a more breathable material for more active and outdoor use--summer is coming and my baby gets grouchy when she's hot. Second. The straps are longer and I want a carrier that will fit my husband (who is a bigger guy) as well as myself. I have not yet tested the breathability in hot weather and sunshine but the carrier is VERY comfortable and seems to be super-durable and well-made. I'm pleased with my choice.
These are the things I don't really love about this carrier: It does take some practice to become good at getting your baby into and out of it. The back carry position has been particularly tricky for me but we are improving. Kind of along the same lines some of the positions seem to put the straps and buckles kind of out of reach so that I have to really strain to get everything all strapped and adjusted. I know I'm not as flexible as I used to be but at thirty-two it really seems like it shouldn't be so tough. I'm confident that over time I will find what works best for my baby and for me in getting her in and out of the different positions. Those are my only complaints but I'm willing to live with them because I don't believe that the carrier could be made easier to use without making it less comfortable and safe. Also I know that some will object to the price. I personally think that a good baby carrier is something worth investing in and I feel like the Ergo's price is justified by it's high quality comfort and safety.
Finally if my baby could tell you what she thinks about the Ergo Sport I think she would say something like this: "I like that I am more comfortable for longer and that my mommy is more comfortable so she lets me stay in it for longer. I like that I can nurse while Mom is making dinner. I do wish that the Ergo would let me face out instead of always facing in. I am not yet tall enough to really see well over the straps of the Ergo and I like to be able to look straight forward see everthing grab everything and kick my legs. I think as I get taller I will like it more."
The Bottom Line: Most baby wearing enthusiasts will tell you that they use different slings wraps and carriers for different purposes such as slings or wraps (like "Hot Slings" ring slings or the "Moby Wrap") for newborns; and more structured carriers (like the Ergo) for older babies longer outings or hands-free housework. The Ergo offers quality comfort and safety for you and your little one at what I consider a fair price. I would definitely say it's a good choice in baby carriers.More detail ...
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