Ergobaby Original Collection Baby Carrier, Sea Skipper (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

I absolutely LOVE this baby carrier! I have 3 other carriers (two of them are Ergobaby) and this one is still my favorite!!It has a zipper pouch behind the babies’ back that I like to keep small items like tissues, individually wrapped hand sanitizing wipes, credit card, drivers license and a small set of keys with just car and house key. I purchased a separate pouch that attaches to the waistband for my phone, a couple diapers and a small pack of wipes. This way my hands are free to chase after my toddler and I don’t have a diaper bag constantly slipping off of my shoulder!The comfort provided by the padded straps and back support pad on the waist strap makes carrying your little one more of a bonding experience than a chore. My little one feels so comfortable that she sleeps in it all the time. I’m also able to nurse her when she’s in it, so it definitely saves time from having to stop and feed her. The cover that snaps over her head is large and spacious to protect her from the sun, yet cozy and private for nursing. I haven’t tried the position where the child is on your hip or the position where the child is on your back because my little one is too young/small for that and right now she feels very comfortable in her little “kangaroo pouch” on the front. :-)Another thing I love about the carrier is how easy it is to put your baby in and snap yourself in without any help. It is truly a breeze!I have washed all of my Ergobaby carriers on gentle cycles and tumble dried on low many, many times and they end up softer, just as durable and more pliable every time they come out. I also purchased the teething strap covers that are really soft and provide a little cushion if my child’s head leans to one side or the other while sleeping.If you want the most comfortable and most versatile carrier, I highly recommend this one!

I LOVE my Ergo! It is by far the most comfortable carrier. I have had a fabric wrap that i also like but it is just too flimsy for a larger more wiggly babe! I strap my 3 mo. old in for grocery and errand trips, cleaning, cooking and even at work. She loves to be with me and this way I am 100% hands free. She will pretty much fall asleep every single time too so it is not only comfortable and convenient for me but comfortable for her too. Her little legs stick out the side which I like because our wrap keeps them in the wrap and under her body which to me would be uncomfortable.This print is light and pretty. I like that it can really be for a boy or girl. I plan to use this for as long as possible and with multiple children. So far it is my top baby must have.

I purchased this carrier based on many friends raves. They were 100% correct. I could not have survived my visit to my mom's in Hawaii without it. First off, I have 3 kids, ages 5, 2.5 and 5 months. I was traveling alone from California to Oahu.... on a plane...... with 3 kids........ alone.........with 1 adult & 3 kids worth of stuff....... plus a stroller.......... did I mention I had nobody there to help me? So you can imagine the trip from arriving at the airport thru finally making it to "Nana's" house was complete chaos. I had my 5 month old (by the way, he's no average 5 month old, he is 27 lbs of pure chunky boy cuteness, no small feat carrying him more than 5 minutes) he was in my Ergo on the front of me, a backpack full of assorted child stuff for the plane, pushing a double stroller with 2 kids and each of their carry ons in it, dragging the hugest suitcase ever behind me. I figured for sure my back was done for after just that leg of our trip......NOPE!! This Ergo saved the day. The support is awesome, it has a great amount of lower back support with the belt strap and the shoulder straps are nice and thick so they dont cut into your shoulders. My little guy is very.... not little! So I have had a very hard time finding something that was ideal for his comfort as well as my own. I had a Bjorn, it wasnt practical for a big baby, his chunky thighs seemed squeezed in, the Ergo is designed so the child's legs are more elevated, much more comfortable looking for the baby. I liked the pockets, made for a good place to keep my wallet and phone during our many long walks on the beach. It easily goes in the washer and doesn't lose its shape. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone that is a baby wearer, if you tend to use a carrier often then it is well worth the investment. The only things that might be improved are the ease of getting it on/getting baby in. I needed someone to snap the back part together for me once I got him in, however I only got the Ergo the day before we left and didn't have time to sit and look it over. I am sure there is an easier way to do it and I will be a pro after a little more practice. This carrier also doesn't work facing the baby out, I don't mind that since my kiddo is a snuggler and doesn't mind facing me. There's room for him to look side to side at everything around us. All in all, I love the Ergo and wish I had gotten it 5 years ago when I had my first son!

I love the look of my ergo, and my son is very comfortable in it. However I don't find it to be very comfortable to wear for more than grocery shopping. I was very excited to get my ergo in the mail as I wanted one with my first but wasn't able to get one. I was told that having a larger chest may be the reason the straps are so uncomfortable, but after walking the track a couple of time my back was hurting and well, as I stated, the straps were just uncomfortable. It was also very hard for me to clip the shoulder strap on my own. I definitely reccomend going to a local shop and trying this carrier out before spending around $100 ( I did go to a local shop to have them teach me how to use it Properly to see if that was the problem but it was not). The Ergo was very nicely made and durable. If you find the ergo to be comfortable I do reccomend this pattern as it is ridiculously cute. ** Edited to add April 20,2016: I adjusted the carrier again after lending it to a friend and I am much happier with it!