And if your body shape and size changes significantly post-partum, you might not get long-lasting use from it. It’s good for their physical, cognitive and emotional development too, as they’re able to engage with you and with the world around them. Parents like hybrids because they are generally very easy to use and comfortable to wear, however, it can sometimes be tricky to find the right fit for every body type.

This carrier is so supportive, my hands are free to take care of my other children, and it fits easily inside my diaper bag.They're designed to be accommodating for different sizes – There's a common misconception that wraps are better suited to women but I’ve fitted them to thousands of men who love them and find them super comfy. They are also ideal for both parents of all shapes and sizes, as they are adjusted to your body as you put them on.

Like many wraps, if you’ve not used one before it may take a little bit of practice to get the knack, although our home testers and Awards judge and sling expert Hannah Wallace praised its easy-to-follow picture instructions. Many add two: a soft, stretchy wrap for the newborn days and a structured carrier for toddlerhood and beyond. Fit: If you plan on sharing your baby carrier with a partner or caregiver, you’ll need one that easily adjusts to different body sizes. You may need more than one carrier – a soft wrap for the early months, especially around the house, then a more long-lasting, multi-position carrier to last up to toddler years. It’s a hybrid carrier that combines the comfort of a wrap with the ease and support of a more structured carrier and is a good option for many parents.I like the wrap style for baby carriers, but I never could get the hang of putting them on quickly or trusting they were secure. Manufactured in the UK, AmaWrap slings are used in UK hospitals to help premature babies to receive ‘ kangaroo care’. It’s ideal for newborns and is very soft, with a choice of either organic cotton or a bamboo/cotton mix fabrics. We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others.

What made this wrap stand out with our home testers is the fact that it suits a variety of body shapes and sizes. Not only does it provide a comfortable and secure place for my baby to sleep, but it also makes breastfeeding a breeze. This baby sling can be worn four ways and comes in two lengths: standard (74 inches) and long (90 inches) for plus-size wearers or parents over six feet tall.

Overall great product, haven't had much time to use it yet but of course you can't review 3 months later.

And remember, nursing + babywearing may not be easy at first—try not to get too stressed out and practice, practice, practice. MadeForMums reviewer Ruth, mum of two, liked how cool the wrap was to wear: “The lightweight mesh fabric means you’re unlikely to get too hot – and the material is capable of self-regulating its temperature, according to We Made Me, to keep your baby cool too.The first thing you’ll notice is probably the incredibly soft, lightweight fabric that Ergobaby used here.