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Best back carrier for an older/ heavier toddler/ child

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camembertandcranberry · 30/03/2009 17:02

any recommendations for a 3.5 year old?

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foxytocin · 30/03/2009 17:06

I have a Mei Tai which I use to carry my nearly 4 yo. The last time i carried her I was 30 wks pg and she was 3.5yo.

Haven't carried her recently due to having dd2 and SPD (still).

Loopymumsy · 30/03/2009 20:25

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omgidbi · 30/03/2009 21:14

I have an Ergo and adore it.

HaventSleptForAYear · 30/03/2009 21:15

I have a mei tai too - a Kozy carrier.

It's great!

CMOTdibbler · 30/03/2009 23:15

I carry my hefty 2.10 year old in either a TaiTasi or Toddlerhawk (pics of both on profile) - very comfortable and can carry him for a few hours

gigglechick · 30/03/2009 23:19

I have a 3yo with limited walking ability (piedro boots etc) I carry her in the Bushbaby Lite back carrier. fantastic.

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camembertandcranberry · 31/03/2009 13:42

Is a Mei tai really as comfortable for a bigger toddler as an Ergo or back pack with a frame?

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CMOTdibbler · 31/03/2009 14:06

IMO - a MT is more comfortable. I had an Ergo at one point and sold it as it was too short for DS to sleep in, and I struggled with the straps and my coat. We have a Little Life back pack as well (used when we need to load lug as well as carry DS), and unless I have the back length exactly right, I find it very difficult. Very inconvenient when he doesn't want to walk either - MT fits in my bag, or I just tie it on tightly

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