Child Carrier Guide

If you are looking to buy a child carrier, it’s important to understand the different types available before making your purchase. This guide aims to explain the various baby and child carrier options available to you so you can make an informed buying decision.

A child carrier offers many benefits. Not only do they make life easier for active parents who like to have their hands free when on the move, but they can also be a welcome alternative to pushing a baby buggy around.

They can also help both mothers and fathers bond with their young child. The close contact and the sound of your heartbeat can be reassuring to your baby and it's also thought that being able to smell you can help create a sense of closeness.

At Wellies and Worms, we offer a huge range of baby and child carriers in a wide variety of sizes and styles. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find something that suits you, your child and your lifestyle.

How to choose the perfect baby carrier

Before you buy a baby carrier, it's important to think about which style will work best for your situation. One of the most obvious decisions that you'll need to make when buying a baby carrier is whether you want to carry your baby on your front or back.

Part of this decision will depend on your child's age. Front baby carriers are ideal for young babies, as they give you a clear view of your child and more easy access to them if they're crying or hungry. For mothers who are breastfeeding their infant, a baby carrier held on the front can also make feeding easier.

We offer front carriers from leading european brands Vaude and Lascal including the superb Lascal M1, one of the most innovative models on the market today. Uniquely, it’s made from soft bamboo and 3D-mesh both of which help to keep your child at a comfortable temperature, regardless of the weather conditions.

Once your child is old enough to sit upright, you may find that you prefer a baby back carrier. We stock many leading brands including Littlelife, Vaude and Bushbaby to suit all budgets and requirements. Back carriers are especially useful if you have an older child - up to three or four years old - as they are generally happier facing forwards and they enjoy the high viewpoint.. Transporting your baby can be physically easier aswell, as the weight is more evenly distributed.

Of course, there are also other factors to consider such as the carrier’s weight, how tall the adult wearing the carrier is, and how active you're planning to be while wearing it. For example, will you be taking your toddler or child out for long country hikes or just short trips to the shops? For the latter, one of the increasingly popular lightweight carriers such as the littlelife ultralight convertible child carrier may be ideal. It weighs just 2kg and uniquely it can be worn as a regular daysack when not transporting your child around in it.

You should also consider how long you plan to use it for. While some baby carriers are adaptable and can be used for many years, others are only suitable for children of a certain age group. For example the lightweight Vaude Soft III carrier is designed for babies between 3-9 months old, though they are incredibly versatile in the fact they can be worn on the front or back. At the other end of the spectrum, some of the bigger back carriers are suitable for carrying children from 6 months to 3-4 years old.

Tall adults will appreciate the adjustable back systems found on many of the latest back carrier models. The Bushbaby Premier for example has an ACS multi-position adjustable back system that will accommodate adults up to atleast 6 ft 4” tall.

There are also a number of useful accessories available across all the major brands including sun canopies, raincovers and comfort packs.

Buy a child carrier from Wellies and Worms

At Wellies and Worms, we understand how important it is for your little ones to spend quality time outdoors and the right child carrier can make this experiences more pleasant both for you and your child. If you have questions about our child carriers or any other products in our range, please contact us via our live chat facility at the top of the page or our customer helpdesk.

We strive to offer the best prices on the web and if you find a child carrier cheaper elsewhere, we'll match the price plus give you back up to 15% of the difference . Additionally, subscribe to the value-packed Wellies And Worms monthly newsletter containing latest product news, parenting tips and more and receive 5% off your first two orders.