Baby Bjorn Harmony Buckle – Honestly, this is the only brand of harness carrier I really like. Otherssuch as nuna cudl clik, Najell and very budget Infantino flip simply don't offer as nicer fit or as much longevity. Fits fairly small babies, and great if you want something that feels really secure with simple buckles - or you must have a carrier with the forwards facing feature.
(3 positions - front inwards, front outwards and back) Quite expensive new, but in my opinion this is Bjorn's nicest by far model, best fit - 0-18m approx.
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Beco Gemini Buckle – Lovely soft structured buckle, decent budget option (base not very adjustable) but suits lots of parents and more supportive than other budget brands.
(4 position Front inwards, outwards, hip and back carry, 0-15months approx)
Boba X Buckle – Very adjustable buckle carrier, nice prints, 6 weeks - 3/4years. Best worn in H straps on back. Though does offer X - the curved shape means they don't sit as flat as other brands. (3 position – Front inwards, hip and back carry)
Connecta Buckle – A very simple 3 position (front inwards, hip and back carry) lightweight carrier, needs to be synched for smaller babies. Comes in different sizes (this brand now is Integra for babies you want size 1)
Ergobaby Embrace Stretchy Hybrid Buckle – Like a stretchy wrap - will fit a relatively small baby. 0-8m, 3 position –offers front inwards, and hip carrying - I think I do prefer the Zensling or Boba Bliss over this model though, because the shoulders can be adjusted better, you need to roll the waistband with this for smaller babes so there is an awkward period of fit between roll and unroll in my opinion!
Ergobaby Omni 360 (mesh) Buckle –One of the most known carriers out there, getting a good fit on newborn is trickier, it offers 4 positions, approx 6 weeks- 15m approx, depending on centile of baby you may get 18m, or far less! A good all rounder and due to counterfeits only suggest buyimg new - so more expensive when other things in my library will likely have more longevity.
Hana Expand Buckle – The Expand is not just a baby carrier, or a toddler carrier, but it adjusts intuitively to the perfect size for your child with simple sliding movements that really extend the carrier from tiny to large. 0-2yrs best fit.
3 position - front inwards, hip and back carry.
Beco Gemini Toddler Buckle – No adjustability at the base but a nice simple, budget 3 position toddler carrier - front inwards, hip and back carry, from approx 18months / when in 2-3yr trousers, and should last until pre-school - 4ish​.
Izmi Buckle – 4 position Buckle (front inwards, front outwards, hip and back carry) that fits small babies. Lightweight and perfect if you don't want all the tying of a stretchy, 0-18 months approx. Lovely consultant-led brand. I also have the older model (longevity 0-7m) if you're after something pre-loved. I do have a 10% off discount affiliate code getting you 10% off if you hire / book in for a consult with this brand :)
Izmi adventure carrier– A lightweight toddler buckle approx 1yr- 6yrs, offering Inwards facing, hip, or back carrying positions. I do have a 10% off discount affiliate code getting you 10% off if you hire / book in for a consult with this brand :)
Boba Bliss Stretchy Hybrid Buckle – Will fit somewhere between 2-4 weeks (hopefully depending on size of baby of course) like a stretchy wrap, and has these handle toggles to create 'shoulder flips' - but a buckle variation of a stretchy wrap - Likely wont fit a true newborn, 2-4weeks-8m Front inwards and Hip carrying positioning.
Kahubaby Sunshine – 4 position lightweight buckle (front inwards, front outwards, hip and back carry) approx 6 weeks - 2 years depending on baby's size, perfect for travelling and summer! Lovely consultant-led brand. I also have the Kahu toddler model 15m-3.5/4 years. I have a discount code for this carrier I can send when you hire :)
Lenny Lamb – Lenny Light Buckle – 3 position (front inwards, hip and back carrying). Lovely compact and pretty simple to adjust buckle carrier, made from woven fabric (breatheable) with plenty of longevity - fits newborns up to 2 years approx. Lovely brand. I retail this brand - @ srp inclusive of free delivery, or if purchasing from the Nova Consultant Range a bit more of a competitive discount.
Lenny Lamb – Lenny Upgrade (now pro) Buckle – A 3 position (front inwards, hip and back carrying) lovely carrier, made from woven fabric (breatheable) with plenty of longevity - fits from 1m to around 3 years - it's does have more adjustments than the Light and goes wider so can feel a little more bulky. I retail this brand - @ srp inclusive of free delivery, or if purchasing from the Nova Consultant Range a bit more of a competitive discount.
Lenny Hip – 1 position, Front Inwards, more off-centre, and Hip carry, nice if you like the idea of a ringsling, but want something even more streamlined this is very straightforwards to use. Two of these clipped together make a twin carrier too! 0-18m single baby . I retail this brand - @ srp inclusive of free delivery, or if purchasing from the Nova Consultant Range a bit more of a competitive discount.
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Lenny Lamb Preschool Buckle –
3 position carrier (Front inwards, hip and back carry) with plenty of longevity for bigger kids, made from woven fabric, fits most at around 18 months through to 5 years old! I retail this brand - @ srp inclusive of free delivery, or if purchasing from the Nova Consultant Range a bit more of a competitive discount.
Marsupi (Large) Buckle – Comes in 3 sizes (I just have large in my library as fits most, the large just means longer straps!) No buckles, no tying, veclro fastenings only, great if you want something simple, fits fairly small babies (poss not true newborn) Best 0-12m - front inwards and hip carry.
Manduca XT Buckle –
A carrier with great longevity, works well in either x strap, or h strap formation, offers 3 positions, best from 6 weeks approx to 3/4 years.
Mini Monkey Buckle – Really compact, fits approx 2 weeks - 2yrs (Probably wouldn't wear for long periods past 1). Perfect for travelling, and could make a good alternative to a stretchy wrap if you don't like all the tying. Inward-facing, off-centre, hip carry only. Two of these can be used to create a knock-off version of their twin carrier.
Mumaruga Zensling Buckle – 4 position (front inwards, front outwards, hip and back carry) A very adjustable soft sling, almost a stretchy, buckle hybrid, with pretty good longevity, perfect for newborns, and fits lower weight babies too. 0-2 years approx
Neko Switch Buckle – A 3 position (front inwards, hip and back) lovely buckle carrier made from woven fabric, really adjustable so works well quite small - I've even fit a 2 week old, but there are lots of adjustments to shrink, to get things tthis precise til around 2.5yrs.
Neko Switch Toddler – A 2 position (Front inwards and back) lovely buckle carrier made from woven fabric, really adjustable so works from around 18m - 5+ years (think premium, more comfy Tula).
Oscha Bairn – A premium 3 position (front inwards, hip and back) buckle carrier with a good amount of longevity, made from super pretty woven fabric, works from small baby - 2 years, not very plus-size inclusive.
Tula Explore Buckle – 3 Position carrier (front inwards, front outwards,back), last baby from newborn although getting a good fit is a little trickier to achieve through to around 18months. You can get add on seat extenders from tula to help prolong your panel before needing to size up to a toddler carrier. Looking for the Tula Free to grow? These are very similar, offers 2 positions, and I can explain the difference in adjustments - in terms of feel they are extremely similar, the free to grow offers more longevity too and fits babies sooner too (2/3 weeks to 2yrs).
Tula Standard –
2 Position carrier (front inwards, and back), would need an insert for newborn, which I do have but simply find these faffy, so wouldn't be a first recommended option, so in my opnion best if looking for something budget at 6m plus to last til 2 years. You can get add on seat extenders from tula to help prolong your panel before needing to size up to a toddler carrier too!
Lenny Lamb Standard / Preschool Onbuhimo – no waistband, back carrier suitable from +6 months through to 2 years of age. Different but great for quick ups and downs, or if you hate pressure on your waist, or are pregnant! My standard adjusts backwards, and has recently tweaked to adjust all on the front - so can show you what I mean on the preschool if curious!
Lenny Lamb Half Buckle – A lovely half buckle, (buckle back, shoulder tie straps and in-built seat) made with woven fabric with a nice supportive waistband and spreadabl straps. Age 0-2.5 years approx. The preschool (next size up model) works from around 18months
Lenny Lamb Toddler Wrap-Tai (Meh Dai) –Made from woven fabric, no buckles (back and shoulder ties) with in built seat and spreadable wrap straps from 12 months - 2.5 years
Hoppediz Hop-Tye (Meh Dai)
Great for smaller babies If you want something all tying, perhaps want to back carry a smaller baby even (front and hip carry too), and aren't sold on wovens.
LittleFrog Half Buckle – A lovely half buckle- with slightly more adjustability than the Lenny Lamb as the panel height is taller, otherwise these are quite similar (no pocket on the front though) - A little more expensive than the Lenny.
Lenny Lamb Ring Sling (Gathered Shoulder)
Newborn-1.5yrs most comfy
Oscha Constellation Cielo Ring Sling
Towel -like fabric, works well for bigger kids 6m+ once more confident with a ring sling.
Melliapis Muslin Ring Sling
Great for learning with as these are so lightweight, and very suited to newborns. Good for summer months too - most comfy newborn- 1yr.
Oscha Seasgair Ring Sling (Highland Pleat)
Some people find the pleat a little marmite, I quite like how it affixes things in place - will work quite nicely from newborn once softened -2.5yrs most comfy
Yume - XL Ring Sling (gathered shoulder)
If you are broader, and tall - the length will really suit you, this is a lovely chunkier hemp blend fabric, so works well for bigger kids, would require good breaking in for newborns!
Lifft Pouch Sling (front inwards, off-centre and hip positioning, perfect for quick ups and downs) sized by clothing - I have:
1. 8-10,
2. 10-12
3. 16-18
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Close Caboo (pre-tied) A good newborn wrap that can simplify the process of tying a stretchy wrap from scratch. Suitable from 5lbs up.
Hanababy Stretchy Wrap (2-way) – A lovely mouldable newborn wrap. Guaranteed to fit very small babies when tied correctly.
Lifft Stretchy Wrap (2-way) – A lovely mouldable newborn wrap, quite luxurious feeling. Guaranteed to fit very small babies when tied correctly.
Lenny Lamb Nova Pulse Woven Wrap size 6
Soft, beginner-friendly woven wraps known for their high quality and affordability. They are made from pure cotton, which provides strength, elasticity, and breathability, and they become even softer with use. Nova line is particularly good for learning because its basic designs, like stripes, make it easier to tighten and adjust.
Lenny Lamb Nova Ragtime Woven Wrap size 7
Soft, beginner-friendly woven wraps known for their high quality and affordability. They are made from pure cotton, which provides strength, elasticity, and breathability, and they become even softer with use. Nova line is particularly good for learning because its basic designs, like stripes, make it easier to tighten and adjust
Size 7 Joy and Joe Colour Grad Woven Wrap
This is quite a chunky wrap - but can work very well for bigger kids, and is lovely and colourful for learning.
Size 6 Little Frog Striped Woven Wrap (great for easy learning, for speciality wraps including hand wovens look Google Coorie in with Love)
Size 5 Lenny Lamb Contrast Pattern Woven Wrap (great for easy learning)
Size 4 Didymos Stripes Woven Wrap (great for easy learning)
