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ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier

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The ERGObaby Original baby carrier provides an ergonomically correct posture to support your baby's hip, pelvis and spine growth.

Baby's weight is dispersed between the hips and thighs, helping eliminate compression of the spine; weight is balanced to the parent's hips and shoulders for enhanced comfort
100% cotton design offers great breathability to help keep both baby and parent cool; carrier and hood are lined with soft, 400-threads-per-inch cotton poplin
Waist belt with 0.25-in. high-density neoprene foam padding extends to 43 in.
Shoulder straps feature comfortable 1-in. high-density foam padding; shoulder straps and chest straps adjust to fit body heights ranging from 5 ft. to 6 ft. 5 in.
Sleeping hood with elastic adjustability can be lengthened to keep up with your baby's growth
Zippered pocket securely stores small accessories and personal items
Tough, high-quality buckles, and webbing along with reinforced stitching at all fabric intersections, help ensure that the ERGObaby Original baby carrier will last a long time

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ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier Customer Reviews

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ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier

4.7

(based on 6 reviews)

83%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Lightweight (6)
Strong construction (6)
Comfortable (5)
Easy use (5)

Cons

Best Uses

Daily use (6)
Infants (6)
Out & about (6)
Toddler (6)
Travel (6)

- Reviewer Profile:
- First time parent (3), Parent of two or more children (3)

REVIEWS

Reviewed by 6 customers

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Jul

2010

(29 of 29 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

LOVE the Ergo Baby Carrier!

By JenTrygg

from Denver, CO

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Lightweight
Strong Construction

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Infants
Out & About
Toddlers
Travel

Comments about ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier:

We bought both a framed backpack as well as an Ergo Baby carrier. I'll preface this by saying that I have lower back issues so I've liked the Ergo a LOT better since it was a LOT easier on my back. However, here are the pros and cons of both from my experiences with them.

Pros for the Ergo:
1 – COMFORT! - Kiddos sit against your tummy or back with the weight on your hips more than your shoulders. It is a LOT easier on the parent's back!
2 – SIZE - It's small...you can roll it up and stow it in a backpack or strap it around your waist when you're not using it. It's great for hiking but also works well for day-to-day errands.
3 – LONGEVITY - It has a LONG life. You can use it with infants as well as older kids (we occasionally used it even when my daughter was 4.5 y/o).

Cons for the Ergo:
1 – HEAT - Since the kiddo is against your tummy or back, it can get warm for both.
2 – VIEW - Kiddo doesn't have as good of a view since s/he is sitting lower and against you.
3 – TRANSITIONING - Can't take it off without usually waking a sleeping kiddo.

Pros for the framed-backpack style:
1 – THE ELEMENTS - You can put a shade on it for sun/rain protection.
2 – VIEW - The kiddo sits higher so s/he gets a better view.
3 – HEAT - It's not as hot for you or the kiddo.
4 – TRANSITIONING - You can take it off & stand it up with the kiddo still in it (which is nice if s/he falls asleep).

Cons for the framed-backpack style:
1 – COMFORT – Most importantly, it was a lot harder on my back since the seat is high and away from my back. This was the main reason we bought the Ergo instead.
2 – SIZE - It is very hard to travel with since it doesn't collapse (hard to fit into the trunk with all of the other baby gear and it's tough to use in town since it sticks out so far).
3 – LONGEVITY - It doesn't have as long of a life since there is less space for the kiddos' legs to hang. My daughter has always been in the 95+% for height so this was a major issue.

In the end, I will always reach for the Ergo before any other carrier! It is comfortable, compact and long-lasting.

Sep

2010

(13 of 13 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

No other carrier fits the bill

By EllEss

from SK, Canada

About Me First Time Parent

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Easy Use
Lightweight
Strong Construction

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Infants
Newborn
Out & About
Sick kid
Toddlers
Travel

Comments about ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier:

Because attachment/bonding is so important, I did a LOT of research before I decided which carrier we'd buy. We purchased this item (and the backpack attachment) second hand before the arrival of our adopted son.

He was 2 and approx. 33 pounds when he came home, and this product was indispensable! For the first few nights we'd wear him until he fell asleep, and it worked like a charm. He even started asking to be "up backpack" after about a week!

Now almost three, we still use it when he's sick, wants to be held for a long time or when we need that extra element of control but still want him to participate in the environment.

Even though I'm not your typical female body frame (I'm a muscular 5'5" 180lbs), it fits great and feels great. The weight of the child is on comfortably on your hips, not your shoulders - just as a good pack should distribute the load.

You can wear the child front or back, and if you are creative you can wear on the side or nursing. There are accessories available, including an insert to help hold newborns a little more securely. There is no front-forward carry, however.

It's small, lightweight, durable and can be washed. The backpack attachment is the size of a small daypack, and is great for carrying extra diapers, wipes, a snack, the camera, wallet, drink... and anything else you might need on an outing.

The only drawback, as the other reviewer mentioned, is that it's hot. If you plan on wearing your child in the summer heat, take a small, squishy cold pack, wrap a t-shirt, towel or some other light fabric around it, and place it between you and your child. It'll save both of you from "swack" (sweaty back!).

Rigid, internal frame packs are bulky, awkward to put on and are prone to getting caught up on stuff. After only a few weeks, my son was "helping" me put him in the carrier (back carry) by giving me his hand and sticking his foot into the proper positions.

Take a bit of time to practice with your co-parent or friend before wearing your child in the ErgoBaby. This will give the confidence and skill to do it by yourself!

Bottom line: Don't even bother with another carrier - this'll last from birth to age 10! Seriously!

I would (and have) recommend this many, many times!

Oct

2010

(11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Worth it's weight in gold!

By pudgy_groundhog

from Poughkeepsie, NY

About Me Avid hiker and backpacker, First Time Parent

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Easy Use
Lightweight
Strong Construction

Cons

Hot in warm weather
Lack of sun shade

Best Uses

Daily Use
Infants
Out & About
Toddlers
Travel

Comments about ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier:

Hands down, one of our most valuable pieces of outdoor gear.

We were given a frame carrier and also decided to purchase the Ergo after my husband read a favorable review in Backpacker magazine. We've tried the frame carrier a few times and have always gone back to the Ergo. We started using it when our daughter was about 5 months old and we still use it (she turns three next month). We've hiked hundreds of miles with her in the Ergo and we all love it.

Pros:

- more comfortable for the parent and better for balance on tricky trails
- in cold weather, the child next to the parent's back is an extra layer of warmth
- easy for child to nap (can rest head against the parent's back and is held in place by a hood that snaps on the shoulder straps)
- doesn't take up much space so easy to take along, good for running errands and other non-hiking trips
- can also be worn as a front carrier (useful when child is smaller)
- great customer service, they replaced our carrier even though we were at fault for a broken buckle (we accidentally stepped on it)
- durable and well made

Cons:
- in warm weather can get really hot with child against the parent's back
- can't use a sunshade or bug screen like you can with a frame carrier
- child doesn't get same visibility as a frame carrier (although this hasn't bothered our daughter)

Jun

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

I LOVE this Baby Carrier!

By Bobby256

from Clovis, Nm

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Easy Use
Lightweight
Strong Construction
Stylish

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Infants
Newborn
Out & About
Toddlers
Travel

Comments about ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier:

[...] My wife and I are going to purchase another one soon.

Apr

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

My most valued baby gear

By CinnaPixie

from Flint, MI

About Me Parent of Two or More Children

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Easy Use
Lightweight
Strong Construction

Cons

Best Uses

Daily Use
Infants
Newborn
Out & About
Toddlers
Travel

Comments about ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier:

This is my most valued piece of baby gear. I had a few different carriers with my first child (framed backpack carrier, sling carrier, front carrier where baby faces out) and none of them worked as well as the ergo. The framed carrier was too bulky for everyday use, the sling carrier caused neck, shoulder and back pain, the front carrier was very uncomfortable for me and baby. I did a lot of research when I was expecting my second child and decided to purchase the Ergo. I love this thing! It has replaced my strollers and all my other carriers. I could comfortably carry my 3yo on my back while 32 weeks pregnant with my youngest. I have worn baby in this carrier while doing chores around the house, walking, shoveling snow, shopping, on field trips, etc. Due to its lightweight construction, it easily fits under baby wearing coats and vests (like Suse's Kinder coat). I cannot recommend this carrier highly enough.

Jan

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Great carrier, but not for all

By dteslevich

from Long Beach, CA

About Me First Time Parent

See all my reviews

Pros

Easy Use
Lightweight
Strong Construction
Stylish

Cons

Uncomfortable

Best Uses

Daily Use
Infants
Out & About
Toddlers
Travel

Comments about ERGObaby Original Baby Carrier:

I purchased this carrier after countless recommendations from other moms. My 10 month old son did not like being in the carrier, as the straps were in an uncomfortable spot squishing his head. I have narrow shoulders, so maybe the width of the straps combined with that makes it uncomfortable. Also, the straps were very uncomfortable on my shoulders and where my collarbone attaches. I tried a Beco at the same time I purchased the Ergo, and my son has NEVER complained - neither has my back, shoulders or hips. He fell asleep in the beco on our first 2 hour hike (at 10 months old). At 16 months old and 25 lbs I can still wear him in the front, without any pain or complaint from him. Everyone is different, so definitely try a few carriers out before buying one. I gave the ergo 3 stars, only because I know SO many moms who love it. It just didn't work for us.

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