What other carriers work well with a baby and toddler? I'm not even sure if my toddler wants to be worn...she loves walking and riding in her stroller!
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i love our beco gemini.
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@betsyboop: me too!
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Are you asking for different brands or different types?
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@betsyboop: a Gemini really is geared towards babies not toddlers. The seat isn't wide enough to give proper support to a toddler.
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@Navy_Mommy: Hmmm..both?
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@autumnlove: I posted about the different TYPES of carriers I've tried on July 3 (link in my profile) . It's an extensive list, lol.
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@Navy_Mommy: Okay, thank you so much! I used my Ergo today...finally!
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@autumnlove: Woohoo! How did it feel?
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@Navy_Mommy: it was ok, it would have been better if I remembered to pack the rolled up blankets that I set aside!
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We have a Beco Butterfly and it is supposed to go up to 35lbs, but even at 8 weeks he already seems to like it.
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We still use our beco Gemini and DD seems comfortable.
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@HLK208: ideally to be truly ergonomic and support the hips properly the "seat" of the carrier should spread from knee to knee. That obviously isn't ALWAYS going to be the case, but the Gemini has a very narrow base for a soft structured carrier. So if someone is looking for a long-term carrier there are better options out there.
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@Navy_Mommy: May be a silly question but is the ergo a good type with a wide base? It is the only carrier we use but I would hate to be using one that is better suited for babies. R is 13 months if that helps.
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@cheesetomywhine: an ergo should be fine for a 13 month old! kinderpacks and tulas are both known for being super wide if you ever want to "upgrade." They even have "toddler" and "preschool" size soft structured carriers! We have a toddler size half buckle that will probably fit W until he's WAY too big to be worn, lol.
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The beco soleil has a wider base and can accommodate up to 45 lbs!
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@cheesetomywhine: and it wasn't a silly question at all! As someone with hip dysplasia I know first hand hip development isn't something you wanna eff with.
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@Navy_Mommy: Thanks! Haha I am totally following that up with this- so how long would you say an ergo is good for? Up to the weight limit? Or would you move to one of the other carriers you recommended at a certain age. Thanks so much!
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Boba! It has foot straps to help toddler weight distribution. Not sure about seat width.
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Just bought a beco! Can't wait!
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@autumnlove: if you like the Ergo a Tula is similar but a little more comfy and lasts longer (because it has a larger panel/seat for lo). Another great carrier (especially on summer) is a mei tai. I love love love my babyhawk mei tai
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@autumnlove: We went with a kinderpack. I was nervous because it is from a smaller outfit, but all of the rating websites gave it great reviews. It is expensive, but it should last until pre-school if LO still wants to be worn.
I have used bjorn, k'tan, tried on an ERGO and the kinderpack has been mine and baby's fav. Good luck!
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