| Using a child back frame carrier (also referred to | | | | of the baby important, the comfort of the adult |
| as a child back carrier) can be a huge help to | | | | wearing the carrier is also an important |
| moms and dads with babies. They are great for | | | | consideration. The one you purchase should have... |
| carrying your child on a shopping trip, going on a | | | | 10. - a padded back system and an adjustable |
| hike or just around the house. Most babies love | | | | waist belt for added comfort and weight |
| riding on mom or dad's back since it gives them a | | | | distribution |
| view of what is going on. | | | | 11. - It should also have grab handles for lifting the |
| The advantage for parents is that it provides a | | | | child and the carrier on to the adult's back. |
| safe hands free method of carrying a baby, and | | | | 12. Safe - you want your child to be safe both |
| many times it is much easier to use a child back | | | | when they are being put into the carrier, when |
| frame carrier than pushing a stroller through a | | | | they are being lifted on to the back of the adult |
| store or out on a hiking trail. | | | | and when they are being carried. Look for one |
| A baby back frame carrier looks very similar to | | | | that... |
| camping backpacks. They have a frame and they | | | | 13. - provides stability for the carrier when it is on |
| have a seat for your baby instead of a storage | | | | the ground and when the baby is being placed into |
| compartment for gear. They are supported by a | | | | it. |
| lightweight aluminium frame that helps distribute | | | | 14. - Carriers made by Little Life in England have |
| your child's weight evenly over your shoulders and | | | | an Anchor Point. You use it to place your foot |
| hips. It can be used for a child when the child can | | | | firmly into the anchor point to stabilize the pack |
| sit on their own - which in many cases is around | | | | while you secure your baby into it. |
| 6 months. Until then, stick with a front-style | | | | 15. - A stable carrier on the ground is an |
| carrier like a Baby Trekker or Heart 2 Heart. | | | | important feature to have, and it is also important |
| Here are our 7 tips to consider when purchasing a | | | | that the it come equipped with grab handles for |
| child back frame carrier. | | | | lifting the child on to the adult's back. |
| | | | 16. - It should be equipped with an easy to use |
| 1. Lightweight - you will be carrying this on your | | | | and safe for your child system of securing your |
| back. You want to find one that is as light as | | | | child into the carrier. |
| possible. Look for one that weighs less than 5.5 | | | | 17. - And finally, you want to make sure that at |
| pounds or 2.5 kilograms. | | | | least some part of the material of the pack is |
| 2. Maximum weight load - you want to use your | | | | made of reflective material, especially if any of |
| carrier as long as you can with your child, so the | | | | your walking will be done during the evening or |
| maximum weight load is an important | | | | early morning. |
| consideration. | | | | 18. Storage Compartments - part of keeping your |
| 3. - Look for one that can handle at least 15 | | | | baby happy is allowing them access to toys and |
| kilograms or 33 pounds - more if possible. | | | | snacks. The one you decide on should be |
| 4. - It should be rated for a child from 6 months | | | | equipped with toy loops, and compartments for |
| old to 4 years old. This will be dependent on the | | | | drinks and snacks. |
| child's weight. | | | | 19. Adjustable - as your child grows you will want |
| 5. Comfortable for Baby - the one you decide on | | | | to continue using the baby back frame carrier. |
| should be designed with the comfort of your child | | | | Look for a one that has an adjustable seat that |
| in mind. It should be equipped with... | | | | can easily be adjusted to fit your growing child. A |
| 6. - an anatomically shaped child seat | | | | Child Back Frame Carrier that meets the seven |
| 7. - padded sides in the seat area | | | | criteria mentioned in this article is made by Little |
| 8. - a soft face protection pad. | | | | Life (LittleLife). |
| 9. Comfortable to Wear - not only is the comfort | | | | |