Babywearing - soft structured carriers

September 21, 9:47 PMSan Antonio Attachment Parenting ExaminerJennifer Rack

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Riding on Daddy's back in an Ergo

This is the first in a series of articles detailing the many kinds of babywearing device.

Soft Structured Carriers (SSC) are generally softly structured, with thick materials and padding in the shoulders and a definite hip structure.  Closures, such as on the waist and shoulder straps, are usually adjustable and fasten with clips.

Common Brands:

Anglepack

Baby Bjorn

Beco Baby Carrier

Connecta

Ergo

Patapum

Snugli

Sutemi

Advantages:

Dads love SSC; comfortable for long treks through the forest or the mall; provides excellent weight distribution; sporty looking; durable; can carry heavier wright children; washable; easy to get on and off; can be worn in multiple positions.

Disadvantages:

Bulky so cannot be thrown in a diaper bag; can be hot in warm weather; awkward to nurse in; pricey; most brands must be ordered online increasing the cost.