When considering purchasing an infant carrier, you're going to be bombarded with tons of styles, and prices. Do you want a forward facing infant carrier, or a sling pouch? How about something that sits on your hip...or wait? What about a back carrier? And what the heck is the difference? Were going to explain to you the differences between these products, so you can make a decision that's right for you, and your baby. You want a style that's going to suit your body type, and your infants body type! Most infant carriers will adjust to fit any size parent and child, but you have many options and we can narrow some of them down.



Wraps, are a great starter infant carrier because they're cozy and easy to use. They may look confusing, but they are versatile, and incredibly comfortable for both mom, and baby. When using a wrap style carrier, you have infinite possibilities for carrying your child and they come in many colorful colors and patterns. Wraps distribute the weight of baby to all parts so if you're going to be carrying your little one around for awhile, the infant wrap will allow you to do so without a sore back! Wrap slings can also vary in price depending on the brand, but you can expect to pay around thirty, to seventy dollars per sling.

Feel more comfortable with baby hanging on your hip? There are hip carriers which allow you to position your infant directly on your hip. This style buckles at your waist, and shoulder giving you maximum support without killing your back. Many hip carriers are suited for infants and toddlers up to forty pounds, so you'll get a lot of use out of this type of infant carrier!

Many moms choose the infant ring sling carrier when searching for the perfect product. Sling carriers don't feature complicated snaps, and buckles and boost a ring that help you adjust for maximum comfort, and portability. Ring slings are becoming more and more popular so your options are endless as far as design, color, and pattern go. The ring sling cradle hold is ideal for breast feeding mothers, because it's offers maximum privacy. Keep in mind the more fancy you go, the more you will pay for your ring slings while simple in design they can run over a hundred dollars depending on the fabrics, and metals used. Sling infant carriers should appeal to the mom who wants simplicity, but still wishes to have a comfortable carrier for their child.

Lastly, for the baby carrying enthusiast, who wants their little one as close as possible we recommend the infant pouch. During infancy this carrier can be used as a [what else] pouch type holder that nestles your little one in as snug as a bug. Once your infant grows more curious and wants to view the world, they can be adjustable work much like the wrap, or ring infant carriers work. When purchasing a pouch carrier be careful! Many look adorable and cozy, but you'll find your child will just feel trapped, and uncomfortable in the long run. Check out our recommendations for affordable infant carriers, for more info! The pouch is the perfect carrier for the parent who find themselves on-the-go and are only using it to cart their child around for a short period of time.