Yamo

I've only recently got a Yamo but am really enjoying it. My son is three months old so just old enough to start the front carrying position. Can't wait until I can try it in hip/back positions.

I cross the straps over on my back for comfort. I really like the way the straps are dual-adjusting, so I can loosen them before wearing to slip the baby in, then easily tighten them up by just pulling them at my side. The waistband and straps are padded and very comfortable. I find the weight is well distributed on my shoulders and hips (as long as it's done up nice and tight), which means it's great for walks.

The Yamo itself is light and packs up quite small if you want to take it somewhere. I'm 5'2" and roughly size 12-14 and find it fits really well.

I got mine from eBay but I think it's well worth the full price too.

I got a Yamo when second son was born and found it very comfortable to carry him, on my front at first, and then on my back. I still use this carrier as it is easy to take with me when he starts off walking and then wants to be carried. I also use it for my 4.5 year old son when his legs get tired on a longer walk when little brother is in the stroller.

It is light, portable, surprisingly comfortable. It allowed my son to take a nap while delayed at an airport, snuggled up against me.

We do have a baby carrier with a frame but it gets little use these days being too big and bulky to take places.

Yamo make soft structured carriers. Like a Mei Tai but with buckles and they are brilliant. I have been carrying my 11mths son (20 odd pounds) around. So much easier than a pushchair and it's a lovely colour red. My son loves it as he gets to see what's going on.

About a squillion times better than a baby bjorn.