I tried out another infant carrier before buying this one because I was trying to save some money. That was a big mistake. The other carrier was bulkier and the straps were nylon which constantly made the carrier slip down in the front because of the weight of the baby. I had to continually pull the straps back or push the baby up to get it to lay the way it was supposed to.
The Baby Bjorn is very easy to use and not at all bulky when wearing it. The padded straps are extremely comfortable and because they are covered with the same fabric as the rest of the carrier, they stay securely on my back and shoulders as they are intended to. The carrier fits snugly and comfortably around my 6-week-old and she falls asleep every time she is in it.
If I were to have one complaint it would be that there is nothing separating your chest from the baby's face for a forward facing infant. This means that whenever they spit up it's going to be all over your shirt. I always place a folded up cloth diaper between her head and my clothing to take care of this problem.
This carrier is expensive, but having tried another I would recommend the Baby Bjorn with confidence. It's definitely worth the money.
| Package Dimensions | 11.4 x 10.3 x 3.2 inches |
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| Item model number | 023041US |
| Minimum weight recommendation | 8 Pounds |
| Maximum weight recommendation | 25 Pounds |
| Batteries required | No |
| Orientation | Front |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
