Best carrier for a 14m (boy)

[Strawbs]

Is ther such a thing at that age? My son is now toddling around so mostly we use the maclaren but find on outings with stairs like Hampton court palace it is restrictive just having the pram so I have been using the ergo. In theory it works fine as I love he ergo but his patience is running out with not being able to front face. As he has just started walking I am hesitant to invest in the ergo that front faces so any other suggestions? I thought about a backpack carrier but they look big and heavy! Thanks xxx

[goldilocks]

Can you pop him on your back in the ergo?

[Pickle]

At that age I was carrying my kids on my back, I had a sling similar to an Ergo.

[etta166]

Ergo on the back will last you up to the max weight (I think 15kg, or about 3 years old) I found that much more convenient than a backpack type carrier.

[Strawbs]

I didn't even know you could do the ergo on the back! I am going to try it this weekend, as always thank you for the tip! x

[sanity girl]

The manduca works front facing or on your back (more comfy!)

[goldilocks]

Getting them on your back on your own can be tricky at first but easy with someone to help you - or a sofa / chair! Its way more comfy to carry them on your back once they're over about 10kg and they can see quite a lot. Front facing carriers ie where the baby faces out aren't great ergonomically for either them or you so I would agree with not buying another carrier capable of this.

[indya]

Try a Connecta toddler. Very comfortable.

[Saffron]

Most people do seem to prefer back carriers for older toddlers, but I used a front carrier and preferred it even when my daughter was quite heavy. I had a Wilkinet which ties, no buckles. That was way more comfy for me.

Everyone is different. Have you thought about trying some different styles at a sling library?

[secondtimemum]

The sling library in Penge offer a class every few weeks on how to carry toddlers on your back - its called the South London sling libary