Recently, I was given the opportunity to review the new ergonomically designed Infantino Balance baby carrier. And, I have to say, I am impressed. At a price point of around $60, you get more than your money's worth.
- Thick, padded shoulder straps don't dig into my shoulders leaving me uncomfortable.
- Lumbar support makes carrying around a 25 lb. 10 month old and a 35 lb. 3 1/2 year old easy--and doesn't kill my back!
- Natural seat makes it comfortable for baby and momma. The 3 1/2 year old said she felt like she was sitting in a seat. She also said it was the most comfortable of my carriers (I have several).
- Adjustable chest, waist, and lumbar straps make it easy to tailor fit it to your body! It also allows the baby to fit snugly against your body--no crazy babies leaning way back! And the straps adjust very easily! Just pull to get the fit you want! I particularly like the chest straps. I am able to position them in a good place on my chest--and they slide very easily! Also, I'm shorter and I still get a good fit with this carrier!
- Easy to Use! I only had to look at the directions once and I was able to use this carrier.
- Evenly distributes the baby weight. This means NO SORE BACK!
- Quilted interior fabric is soft on baby's skin.
- The price is going to give other similarly designed carriers a run for their money!
I tested this carrier with my 25 lb. 10 month old son and also with the 35 lb. 3 1/2 year old that I babysit. 35 pounds is the weight limit of the carrier and I wanted to test it out! Each child's weight was evenly distributed and made carrying them a cinch! The 3 1/2 year old asks to be carried in it all the time now! She loves it! And my son grins when I get the carrier out! I always strap him to my back during dinner time or when I'm hanging laundry on the line. He loves to be close to his mama.
Now, the instructions say that you need a 2nd person when putting the baby on your back. I find that this is true for younger babies, but not necessary for the 3 1/2 year old. She can just hop right on, no problems! And I really love that you just have to read the instructions once to be able to use it.
My One Complaint:
Now, I do think there could be one improvement made. I love wearing Collin on my hip and this carrier doesn't allow that. I do realize that my hip carrying days are almost over with how big he is getting, but for the time being, it'd be nice to be able to have that option as well.
To Sum It Up:
PHENOMENAL carrier. - Affordable.
- Durable.
- Well-made.
- Truly ergonomically designed.
- Easy to use.
- A Must-Have for Baby-wearing mommas and papas!
- My carrier of choice! -- Honest, I've already recommended it to several of my friends!
You can get yours at Babies 'R Us!
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Thank you to Infantino for this review opportunity!
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*It is important to note that while I did receive this product free of charge, these opinions are my own. If I didn't like it, I wouldn't promote it!
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