Baby carrier

What baby carrier would you recommend for a 8month old? We have the infantino flip but it really hurts my back,I don't have her in the carrier much anymore but were off on holiday and wanted to get one thats more supportive and comfortable

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If you have a sling library near you I’d recommend going and trying some carriers out. I was sure on what one I wanted based on other people’s recommendations but when I tried it on I hated it but the sling consultant helped me find one that was a lot more comfortable for me and my baby.
A lot of them also offer hiring so if you only wanted it for the holiday you don’t have to buy a carrier

We spent a good chunk of time at John Lewis yesterday as I didn't want to spend £20 to try on at the sling library. We have a 7.5m old who is just about 9kgs an narrowed it down to Ergobaby omni 360/deluxe, Baby Bjorn Harmony and Nuna Cuddl Clic. Ergobaby is a pain to put on by yourself. Nuna and Baby Bjorn were equally as comfortable to support our heavy girl but Baby Bjorn won, purely due to it being less bulky otherwise I would have gone with Nuna since its cheaper.

I hired a Lenny lamb upgrade from a sling library and absolutely love it! Defo recommended hiring a couple and seeing what works for you x

Tula FTG or the izmi breeze for holiday as it’s got a mesh insert so good for hot weather x

We have a 9kg 7 month old, he doesn't like normal carriers. We've got one of the Bambora slings not hands free but helps take his weight 👌🏼

We have the Nuna cudl. Have used it for all three of my kids. Has longevity, easy to use. Easy to put on.

I’ve used the Ergobaby omni 360 for all three of mine (even when they were heavy toddlers) and I love it! I find it easy to put on too

I’ve got mom cozy one n it doesn’t hurt my back

I have tula explore and my girl is comfortable in it

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