The Top Baby Carriers for Shoulder

BabyBjorn City

$120.00 Est. at Amazon

from JESSICA H, www.target.com
our baby weighs 14 pounds and i tote him around with nary a pain in my back or shoulders.
from 1st x Mommy "Jae Wesson", www.target.com
after a while, it does bother the knots in my upper back/shoulders, but i've definitely been able to handle an hour long shopping trip.
from www.target.com
she did not feel secure and it killed my shoulders and back.
from www.target.com
the key to no back pain is this: wear the carrier with the cross in the back at the middle of your back, below your shoulder blades.
from www.amazon.com
the only complaint i have is that there are straps and buckles near the shoulders/arms of the baby and if worn with the flap down it leaves red marks on her skin, but nothing like a bruise or cutting

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Positives: Comfortable, Nice Support, Easy To Use, Frameless Carrier

Evenflo Snugli Comfort Vent

$26.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.target.com
the straps aren't so padded as i thought, and if i have it on too long i'll get some back and shoulder pain.
from www.target.com
my baby is also tall for her age and so her shoulders were a little too tall for the arm holes once she reached about 4 months.
from www.target.com
the only reason it got 4 stars is because the shoulder straps are really thin.
from Mama Cop, www.target.com
it's not too hard on the shoulders and back either.
from hzl, www.target.com
i'm giving it four stars because i find it hurts my shoulders after a while and i can't sit comfortably with it.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Comfortable, Easy To Use, Frameless Carrier

Parenting Concepts SlingEZee Baby Sling/Wrap

$43.00 Est. at Amazon

from store.babycenter.com
she's even laid her head down on my shoulder and fallen asleep.
from store.babycenter.com
& it's very sturdy, easily washable, works for either shoulder & is very comfortable.
from store.babycenter.com
the shoulder area is heavily padded so no sore shoulder.
from store.babycenter.com
best feature: the padded shoulder, of course!

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Positives: Comfortable, High Quality, Easy To Clean, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap

Baby K'tan Ktan Color- Camouflage Size- L

Baby K'tan Baby Ktan Baby Carrier. Color- Camouflage Size- L

$46.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
soft comfortable material, and it is comfortable on my back (it has a back support band that slides up and down) and it rests on both of my shoulders so much more supportive than a regular sling.
from www.amazon.com
it kept her close to me and spread the weight across my back instead of on my shoulders.
from www.amazon.com
very comfortable -- the stretch cotton is wonderfully soft and in nearly all the positions, you can have the carrier go over both shoulders.
from www.amazon.com
the fabric is stretchy and comfortable, and eases back and shoulder strain - even with a very big baby!
from www.amazon.com
the sling, and thus the baby's weight, shift constantly from my neck to my shoulders to my back.

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Positives: Good Safety Features, Attractive Design, Easy To Use, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap

Evenflo Snugli Front Back

$30.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.target.com
it doesn't put too much weight on your shoulders or back and this of all things is one of the only things that will soothe my 4 month old.
from www.target.com
my baby is supported well and the straps are wide to support my back and shoulders.
from www.target.com
this carrier shoulder length worked great for me (5'2) and hubby (6'0).
from www.amazon.com
it either feels like it is going to slide off my shoulders or the baby will slip out, so it is not very comfortable or comforting to use as a front carrier.
from www.amazon.com
the only complaint i have is that because the straps don't cross in the back, it feels like it might fall off of your shoulders-but it never does.

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Positives: Great Affordability, Easy To Use, Comfortable, Frameless Carrier

Fisher-Price Easy Clip

$51.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i did some walking with my daughter and got no back or shoulder pain.
from www.amazon.com
the shoulder straps are nicely padded.

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Positives: Attractive Design, Easy To Use, Good Affordability, Framed Carrier

EllaRoo Mei Hip Baby Sling/Wrap

$83.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it was fine for the first few months but, once he hit 17 lbs the shoulder pain was just out of control.
from www.amazon.com
i don't experience any back, hip, neck or shoulder discomfort when holding my daughter with this carrier.
from www.amazon.com
- the straps are not padded (which make it very packable, but it can definitely get tiring on the shoulder after a while...
from www.amazon.com
the shoulder-cupping theory works well in practice, at least with my son who is 7.5 kilos right now.
from www.amazon.com
my back and shoulders were never sore.

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Positives: Comfortable, Excellent Safety Features, Good Support, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap

Kelty TC 2.1

$95.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
if the carrier isn't sitting high enough you will feel pressure in your shoulders, and if its not tight enough you will feel it in your lower back.
from www.amazon.com
shoulders did hurt a little.

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Positives: Nice Support, High Quality, Nice Safety Features, Frameless Carrier

Combi Urban 9755 Baby Sling/Wrap

$28.00 Est. at Amazon

from store.babycenter.com
this hip carrier is much more comfortable than the hip hammock, which hurt my shoulder and neck area.
from store.babycenter.com
a little more padding on the shoulder strap and some on the waist strap would make it perfect.
from store.babycenter.com
hint: to prevent the strap from hurting your shoulder over a long period, just be sure that the diagonal strap across your back is pulled low so that the shoulder strap rests on your shoulder
from www.amazon.com
this carrier supports my back and shoulders by greatly diminishing the weight and strain of carrying my chunky monkey -- and he seems so-o-o comfortable!
from www.amazon.com
i only gave it 4 stars because the shoulder strap needs a little more padding.

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Positives: Attractive Design, Good Affordability, Easy To Clean, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap

Cuteslings Reversible

$46.00 Est. at Amazon

from Fashion Mama "Sally", www.target.com
sometimes after extended wear my shoulder starts to hurt & i have to adjust it but (i hate to because he's so peaceful but it doesn't even wake him up) i've had other types of slings before & none of
from www.amazon.com
fyi- because it doesn't adjust one size does not fit all-- my husband's shoulders are too big to wear my peanut shell, so he uses the bjorn.
from www.amazon.com
after much practice and adjusting the shoulder outward creating less of a pouch, he is able to sit up.
from www.amazon.com
in the hip carry the weight pulls on one shoulder and pushes in on the opposite hip.

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Positives: Great Safety Features, Easy To Use, Good Affordability, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap

Playtex Deluxe Hip Hammock Color: Black

Playtex Deluxe Hip Hammock Baby Carrier Color: Black

$70.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i originally have the classic baby bjorn carrier but did not like it too much since it caused major shoulder & back strain- my daughter was only 9 lbs.
from www.amazon.com
even though the carrier may put some of the weight on your waist there is still some pressure on your shoulder.
from www.amazon.com
it, so we bought a snugli, and used it maybe three times when he was just little tiny b/c i hated the snugli, as it puts all the baby's weight in your upper back and shoulders, and was very painful.
from www.amazon.com
my initial tendency was to pull the shoulder strap tightly to make him sit up higher on my hip, but the strap was digging into my neck and was very uncomfortable.
from www.amazon.com
but after using it for a mere 15 minutes, my shoulder hurts.

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Positives: Great Affordability, High Quality, Easy To Clean, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap

Kelty FC 1.0 baby backpack

$135.00 Est. at Amazon

from Mike, father of 2, www.childcarriers.com
and as far as comfort for the parent, you need to make adjustments to the torso height, and keep the hip belt tight to keep most of the weight on your hips instead of your shoulders.
from www.amazon.com
the shoulder straps, waist strap, and child restraints are all easy to adjust.
from www.amazon.com
the standard back and chest carriers that rest on the shoulders just hurt too much.
from Anonymous, www.childcarriers.com
after about 10 minutes my shoulders hurt and after about 20 minutes my whole back hurt.
from www.amazon.com
my back and shoulders ache no matter how i adjust it and i am not a weak person.

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Positives: Comfortable, Excellent Affordability, Easy To Clean, Framed Carrier

New Native

$42.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
to prevent their face from being covered - you need to fold it at the shoulder.
from www.amazon.com
you just slip it over your shoulder, so it's very quick and easy.
from www.amazon.com
at first i had one that was a little too big and it was uncomfortable and slid down my shoulder.
from www.amazon.com
i have tried the over the shoulder, the maya and this.
from www.amazon.com
overall the carrier is comfortable and doesn't hurt my back or shoulder but the cloth can sometimes cover baby's face too much.

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Positives: Great Breathability, Good Affordability, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap, Carry Position: Front,Back,Side/Hip

ZoloWear Cotton Sling

$52.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
since she's been putting on weight it's not very comfortable on my shoulder any more.
from www.amazon.com
we also have a baby bjorn that my husband used occasionally, but the baby bjorn really hurt my back and shoulders, the peanut shell didn't.
from www.amazon.com
this really hurts my shoulders and my baby doesn't like it.

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Positives: Attractive Design, Comfortable, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap, Infants 4 to 40 lbs.

Parents of Invention Mei Tai Inspired

$37.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
my daughter is 2 and a half months old and weighs 13 lbs i tired a sling and hated it i liked the baby bjorn but even the one with the lumbar supprt hurt my shoulders.
from www.amazon.com
my baby hated the hotsling (although i loved the style!), and the baby bjorn hurts my neck/shoulder after just 5 minutes...
from Baby Carrier Connoisseur "Kate", www.target.com
the straps need more reinforcement where the shoulders attach to the body.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Compact, Attractive Design, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap

Pink Ecru Paisley Hotslings Size 1

Pink Ecru Paisley Hotslings Baby Carrier Size 1

$50.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i was worried that because it hangs on only one shoulder, it would be uncomfortable but if you wear it right and spread the fabric across your back it doesn't put any pressure on your shoulder, it
from www.amazon.com
it takes a little while to find the most comfortable way to put the fabric over your shoulder , but once i did it does not hurt my back or my shoulder and my back feels much better than when i carry
from www.amazon.com
i love the look and idea but this thing kills my back and shoulder.
from www.amazon.com
my son is too big for the cradle position, and too heavy to be carried around in a shoulder-type sling comfortably.

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Positives: Excellent Support, Attractive Design, Carrier Type: Sling/Wrap, Carry Position: Front,Back,Side/Hip

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Best Baby Carriers for Shoulder

BabyBjorn City

Evenflo Snugli Comfort Vent

Parenting Concepts SlingEZee Baby Sling/Wrap

Baby K'tan Ktan Color- Camouflage Size- L

Evenflo Snugli Front Back

Fisher-Price Easy Clip

EllaRoo Mei Hip Baby Sling/Wrap

Kelty TC 2.1

Combi Urban 9755 Baby Sling/Wrap

Cuteslings Reversible

Playtex Deluxe Hip Hammock Color: Black

Kelty FC 1.0 baby backpack

New Native

ZoloWear Cotton Sling

Parents of Invention Mei Tai Inspired

Pink Ecru Paisley Hotslings Size 1

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