“The ERGObaby carrier’s ergonomic design supports a correct sitting position for the baby’s hip, pelvis and spine growth. It disperses most of the baby’s weight between the hips and thighs, which helps to eliminate compression of the spine when hanging by the crotch which most other designs require. The ERGO also balances the baby’s weight to parents’ hips and shoulders, and alleviates physical stress for the parent.”
That sounded great coupled with the fact that there was a lumbar type support with a buckle and safety strap and a sternum strap. I then found a retailer who would let me try it on. I put my son in it and walked around the store and knew I had to get it. Ergos are expensive, but they are well made and worth every penny. I also liked it because it was a solid neutral color that my husband wouldn’t balk at wearing. I should admit though, that he still isn’t too keen on wearing it. I don’t think it has anything to do with the carrier itself. He prefers a framed hiking backpack. I think he thinks it’s more manly to have a hiking backpack, which is fine because it’s too bulky to take everywhere which means that I get to wear Blake in the Ergo!
If you like the idea of the Ergo, a relatively new carrier that others say is very similar to the Ergo is called the Beco Carrier and they are really quite stylish! They seem to be built in the same ergonomic way. All in all, when deciding on a carrier, I found it helpful to borrow friend’s carriers for a short time to see what I really liked. Recommendations are great, but everyone has different body types and annoyances, so what’s great for me, may not be great for you. Granted, I’ve never heard of anyone who didn’t like their Ergo, but it’s still great to give it a try before taking the plunge. Good luck and happy babywearing!
