BabyBjorn Active Baby Carrier

$119

Average Rating: 3 stars


use from 8 lbs to 25 lbs, seat is adjustable for comfort, undo lower portion to remove baby easily, babies can either face in or outward, contoured padded straps for comfort, made of 100% cotton, JPMA Innovation Award in 2003

Category: Carriers & Slings

http://www.babybjorn.com/

First reviewed on 08 Feb, 2007

by Ibkallman

Tags: baby carrier, baby bjorn, carrier, babybjorn

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User Ratings and Comments

  • whatsisname 1 stars

    Added on 28 Feb, 2008


  • whatsisname 3 stars

    Very overpriced compared to an Ergo, plus the position the baby is in is not good- it should be facing in and in a squatting position like a little frog, not hanging on its crotch. The new Ergo carrier is much much better and about thirty dollars cheaper. I used mine until my child was almost forty pounds.

    Added on 28 Feb, 2008


  • wingfoot 1 stars

    The dangling of legs is unhealthy for an infants development. It is best to have a carrier where the baby is connected to the parent more directly.

    Added on 08 Sep, 2007


  • babymamma 1 stars

    This type of carrier is not healthy for the baby's pelvic floor or back. I encourage you to look into more supportive carriers, such as the Ergo Baby Carrier or the Moby Wrap.

    Added on 07 Sep, 2007


  • eilajohnson 2 stars

    I could not get the back straps small enough to fit snuggly around my torso...which sort of defeated the "back support" premise of this product. I've gone back to the Baby Bjorn original....

    Added on 07 Sep, 2007


  • Sheila 5 stars

    I loved my Baby Bjorn and used it frequently until my children got too big. I am 5'1", so that was well before they got to be 25 lbs. Personally, I liked it more than a sling, but one of my children preferred the sling. Its all about finding the balance between your comfort and your child's comfort.

    Added on 07 Sep, 2007


  • SofiasMommy 3 stars

    Honestly the sling worked better for us. This was supposed to be for my husband, but at that age, my daughter wanted to be on me. And it was a little too complicated for my husband to put on all the time. It sat in our closet.

    Added on 05 Sep, 2007


  • mybaby1 5 stars

    Bought it for my husband to feel close to our son I used it ALL the time put baby in to cook, walk around etc very soothing for parent and child

    Added on 05 Sep, 2007


  • wlkumpf 5 stars

    It was kind of expesive, although I got it as a shower gift, but well worth it. I have used this so much, and washed it when it needed it! For rear facing or forward facing, great, easy to remove and insert the baby. I never felt my babies were in danger of falling out, or unsupported.

    Added on 31 Aug, 2007


  • cmwilson 3 stars

    It's a pretty good carrier, but I don't like the fact that it has the kids' legs dangling down. It is not good for a babies' hip development and can in fact cause problems. I prefer the ergo, it has a lot more carrying options and lasts until they are 35-45 lbs.

    Added on 29 Aug, 2007


  • mkoorndy 4 stars

    My son loved this carrier and it was convenient and had a very quick learning curve on how to use it properly. Once he reached a reached about 15 pounds though my back started to hurt while I was wearing it and I found it much more comfortable to use my ring sling.

    Added on 29 Aug, 2007


  • kreichmuth 4 stars

    My daughter was a preemie so we couldn't use it until she weighed at least 8 lbs. Now she loves it!

    Added on 28 Aug, 2007


  • oceancrew 5 stars

    So useful, and excellent quality--I wish I'd had one for all my babies!

    Added on 28 Aug, 2007


  • sweetbean 4 stars

    Great for Dad, but has a pretty limited time that it can be used.

    Added on 28 Aug, 2007


  • kitty2007 5 stars

    Loved it.

    Added on 27 Aug, 2007


  • Honor1 5 stars

    Love it! Light and easy to use, and Dad is happy using it too!

    Added on 24 Aug, 2007


  • sbmcclure 3 stars

    Liked this, but only when baby was little. We also got the wind-protective cover ($40 or so) and that was great for walking in the rain/wind/cold - looks like a little sleeping bag over it. Preferred the Ergo carrier (now that's a great one!!!) when our son was a bit older. The back pain definitely started up after a few months.

    Added on 24 Aug, 2007


  • anneeconn 2 stars

    Our son did not particularly like this. He would get hot in it and we hardly ever used it.

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


  • ifbz342 3 stars

    i had big babies and they were not able to use this for long

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


  • KSmommy 1 stars

    Ick- pain in the butt to use. Any sling is so much easier

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


  • emmylemon 3 stars

    didn't use this that much. will see if used more for my next on the way.

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


  • koz 1 stars

    Not made for tall or big parents. Fit us like a gas mask!!

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


  • thyenmn 5 stars

    It helped me help keep my girls in the middle of it all when I needed to get something done during that 'hold me hold me' stage. Well worth the money even if only used a few times - honestly

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


  • Dana Tuszke 2 stars

    Very difficult to wear because my breasts were always smashed and bashed. I think my husband used it more than I did.

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


  • Ashlee 1 stars

    A back killer for you and baby! The positioning of these are horrible for baby's developing structure. Stick with a sling.

    Added on 23 Aug, 2007


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