Helping you choose
| Style | Weight | Positions | Benefits | Limitations | Brands |
| Pouch Sling | NB-35lbs | Front cradle,Hip | Great for quick trips. Compact. Great for hip carry of toddler.Inexpensive | Weight just on one shoulder. Fitted size can’t be shared with others. | Hotsling ,Gorgeousbaby, Peanut Sling  |
| Baby Wraps | NB-35 (some to 50lbs) | Front, Back, Hip, Many options | All around great carrier once you learn to use it. Good for nursing. Good distribution of weight on back. | Not that compact for travel. Steeper learning curve. | Moby ,Sleepy Wrap  , Ellaroo , Cuddly Wrap |
| Ring Sling | NB-35lbs | Front cradle, Hip | Newborn nursing. Great for hip carrying of toddler. Great for nursing, Fitter different size users, Lots of cool patterns. | Ring can sometimes be uncomfortable. Weight just on one shoulder. Not that compact for travel. | Maya ,Ellaroo  . |
| Front Soft Carriers | NB-25lbs | Front, Back (some), Hip | Weight distributed over both shoulders, lots of fun patterns to choose from, Child can face outwards. Compact. | Not good for newborns. Low weight limit. | BABYBJÖRN , Snugli  , Belle  |
| Front Structured Carriers | NB-35lbs | Front, Back (some), Hip | Weight distributed over both shoulders, lots of fun patterns to choose from, easy to learn. | Slightly bulky to pack everywhere. | Ergo |
| Baby Backpack | Holding head up-55lbs | Back | Weight distributed onto hips, see your feet when hiking, baby can see out | Not good for newborns. Too bulky for everyday use. | Deuter, Kelty , Sherpani  |