Gemini Baby Carrier from Newborn to Toddler - Certified Ergonomic Newborn Baby Carrier for Infants and Children of 7-35 lbs - M Shape, Adjustable Seat, Breathable 3D Mesh (Cool Navy)

I purchased this after using both the MobyWrap and the Infantino Flip Front 2 Back Carrier Black . I bought the Infantino Flip because it is similar to the Beco Baby in that it can be used for front carry (facing in and out) and back carry. I thought I was getting a good deal, but after my daughter was over 10 pounds I stopped using it entirely because it caused me such pain (the straps are not very padded). The clip near her head actually dug into her face and rubbed against her cheeks. I felt awful about her wearing it. The Moby Wrap Original 100% Cotton Baby Carrier, Chocolate is nice, but really it is just a long piece of fabric. My daughter is still comfortable in it (she's almost 6 months now), and it isn't uncomfortable for me. I just didn't like that the fabric drags on the ground and it is time consuming to put on. I've worn her in the "newborn hug hold" and "kangaroo wrap and hold". I didn't like the idea that I'd have leave space in the wrap for the baby, so I most often used the latter. I was given the MobyWrap by a friend that had 2; if I had to buy one myself, I would have bought the Sleepy Wrap Classic Wrap Baby Carrier, Brown, 0-18 Months (aka Boba Baby Wrap) because it is a stretchy fabric. This carrier is wonderful. I bought it after trying on a Ergo Baby Carrier Black with Camel Lining (the original) in a baby box store. I really liked the padding on ErgoBaby, and perhaps it is superior to the BecoBaby. However, I only wore the ErgoBaby for 10 minutes in the store. My only complaint about the BecoBaby is that the straps still seem to rub into her face, but nowhere near as bad as the Infantino Flip (I didn't notice this with the ErgoBaby). The straps on this are organic cotton though, so it is not as abrasive as the webbed straps on the Infantino Flip. I imagine the drool pads Beco Drooling Pads would relieve this problem. In the meantime, I just wrap a baby wash cloth around the strap for her to teeth & drool on; it protects her face nicely. I purchased this instead of the ErgoBaby because I wanted to be able to have her face out, occasionally. It is a lot more comfortable than the Infantino flip. I've worn her in it for an hour while nursing and around the house. Also, I wore her in it for an hour at the grocery store; she never made a sound, and she even fell asleep in it. The main improvement the ErgoBaby has over BecoBaby is the pocket. The sleepy panel mentioned in the other review, I don't really feel is a sleepy panel nor do I feel it is a product flaw. It is simply supportive padding, a headrest, probably for use when the baby doesn't have full head & neck control. I was able to nurse in the carrier without much difficulty. I wasn't wearing a nursing top (I did have a nursing cami on). I had to stand up or sit on a wooden chair, rather than the sofa. Nursing was not hands-free, but only required one hand. If I sat on furniture I sank into, my daughter was no longer aligned properly to eat. I checked in the mirror several times, there was no exposed skin showing. I don't mind the secure, two-handed, snaps because I know that means she's secure. My baby will be unable to open the buckles herself. There seems to be no chance that they'll open by accident.

Absolutely love this carrier. My baby hates the stroller and has to be carried every time we leave the house. I have a soft wrap and this “harder” wrap. This harder one is my go to for walks, going to the grocery store, and any type of shopping. It is sturdy, so easy to put on (even on my own), and she feels secure and safe in it. My husband is also able to wear it if I’m tired and it’s such an easy process adjusting the size. Baby loves it and after observing her surroundings when we are out and about she is always so comfortable that she falls asleep. There is a little pocket in the bottom that is perfect for putting car keys but won’t fit a phone. This harder wrap is my preference over the soft one and I use it a lot more often. I also love how it’s made of clean materials because my baby loves chewing on it. I’ve been able to use it since she was only a few weeks old. The only time I prefer the soft one is when we travel on an airplane because the hard one can get uncomfortable to sit in for me. This harder one is also hard to wear when doing things around the house because it is more constricting and doesn’t allow me to move around as freely. I would highly recommend to have a hard one and a soft one for different occasions, and the hard one should be this beco one!

This was my primary carrier for the first year of my baby's life. And I generally loved it! (*although for the first 3 months, the Baby K'tan was my EVERYTHING- I only used the Beco outside of the house, like in the grocery store- and the K'tan for around the house.) It (the Gemini) was a life-saver for travel- we flew 7 times in his first year, and never needed a stroller- all you need is your Beco! I was able to breastfeed in it, and I never had issues with the safety buckles- they're not that hard to use! But after a full year of using it almost daily, there are a few things about it that I don't like, and for that reason I would probably recommend purchasing the Beco Soleil instead- for these reasons: Gemini Cons: -No pocket (this was a pain! Sometimes you just want to bring your phone/credit card/tissues/etc. & I missed having a pocket many times) -No sleep hood (I really disliked the fold up headrest on the Gemini- it never seemed very effective to me & I only used it a couple times) -Snaps at legs would detach all the time. (if I bent over at all, one of the snaps on the bottom would come undone, taking away the support from one of the baby's legs) -And mostly- the lower weight limit/smaller dimensions. By the time my baby hit a year old (& only 20 pounds/31 inches), I felt like he was outgrowing the Gemini already, which was disappointing. When I wore him on my back, the carrier only went about 2/3 up his back, and he didn't seem very comfortable, and would lean way over to the side- like he could wriggle out. The narrowness of the Gemini is what appealed to me in the beginning (I'm 5'2" & 115 lbs), but I wasn't thinking ahead- and babies grow so fast. When I put him in the Soleil the 1st time at 13 months old, his happiness was apparent. It was much more comfortable for him- more leg support (knee-to-knee), more back support (& more support for me as a result). I think the Gemini's 35-pound weight limit is a tad misleading (not just for this carrier, but for many I would guess)- while technically the carrier can support that much weight, your baby is more likely to outgrow it height-wise rather than weight-wise, especially if on the taller side. (A short baby will be fine for longer- but I feel like once they hit 32" tall it's going to become noticeably less comfortable). Gemini Pros (over the Soleil): baby can face out; no newborn insert required The Soleil really seems like the perfect carrier to me! (well, for me) It has a pocket big enough for an iphone/credit cards/keys; it has an awesome detachable sleep hood; it's wide & tall enough for toddlers, but still works for young infants, and it comes in the same great prints as the Gemini (I have 'Twilight', which is gorgeous). If you decide to use it in the newborn days, you can purchase the insert, but really, it's a brief period of time & a cheaper stretchy carrier or mei tei will do you just fine until baby is 3 months old. Also, like the Gemini, it's awesome for traveling - wear your baby right through security, and everywhere else too! I'm not sure why the Gemini has so many reviews compared to the Soleil (500+ vs 65)- I'm guessing (in addition to the Soleil being a few years newer) it's that the ability to have the baby face-out is a major draw for parents. As far as the facing-out position goes, I have heard some babies dislike being worn facing in at certain ages. However, mine seemed to enjoy facing in (& he still could look around behind me & on either side). So I only wore him facing out a few times. Why? Because it just isn't as comfortable/ergonomic to wear that way! It felt 10 times more natural/comfortable to wear him facing in (or on my back, when he was about 6 months old). Plus, of course the recommendations are to only wear facing-out for short durations of time. So for me personally, that capability isn't something that I found very important/useful. Whether you go with the Gemini or Soleil, you'll probably be satisfied. I just thought I'd chime in about why I made the switch! If you have the $$$, the most ideal thing would be to buy both :) But most people don't want to spend $300 on carriers, so be sure you get the best one for you up-front. (Although they have decent re-sale value, so worst-case you can sell it & get a new one if it's not working out).

My husband uses this for our baby and he loves how easy it is to put on. It's sturdy and there are many great videos online that explain how to use this.

Wir haben diese Trage für unseren Sohn gekauft, und sind einfach begeistert! Mir war sehr wichtig, eine Trage zu finden die aus 100% Baumwolle besteht und trotzdem höchsten Tragekomfort und Sicherheit bietet - das hat die Trage alle Mal. Ich habe im Vorhinein mich intensiv damit beschäftigt welche Trage am besten für unseren kleinen Schatz ist, und muss sagen dass ich mit meiner Wahl voll zufrieden bin. Es hat sich nämlich als ziemlich schwierig herausgestellt, eine Trage aus Naturfasern zu finden die in puncto Komfort und Sicherheit keine Abstriche macht. Sie hat alle Features von Tragen die teilweise das Dreifache kosten, der Steg kann z.B. verändert werden um die richtige Knieposition auch bei Neugeborenen zu gewährleisten. Die Trage ist noch nicht lange im Einsatz, sie wirkt aber sehr robust und stabil, also bin ich mir sicher dass sie uns lange erhalten bleibt!

Très bon porte-bébé ! Il est confortable autant pour bébé que pour le parent. Le tissu est doux et de bonne qualité, et il est facile à ajuster. On peut porter bébé dans plusieurs positions, ce qui est super pratique. Il tient bien le dos de bébé et ne fait pas mal aux épaules même après un long moment. Je l’utilise depuis la naissance et il suit bien la croissance. Je recommande sans hésiter !

Muy buena mochila porta bebés! Se ajusta perfectamente y es muy ergonómica para el bebé

Great carrier! I've owned and tried quite a few and this is definitely the best, especially as you don't need an infant insert, it's a four position carrier and ergonomic. I was worried it would be a bit of a faff switching from a very simple sling but not at all. I can already feel the difference in my back! Great support and baby (3 months) seems just as comfortable and happy to go to sleep in this carrier as she was in the sling. Not too fiddly to get on, you just have to remember to hold baby in place as you undo the straps! Lovely lightweight fabric, perfect for these hot summer days. The clips were the only problem I had initially as they were sealed shut. Seems to be a problem that affects a small number of carriers and Slumberoo called me straight after I emailed to tell me how to fix them...use a spoon to click down the safety cap. Not a problem since. Would recommend both the carrier and the seller.

I spent ages looking for the right carrier and was so happy to find this one. My baby is comfortable and safe sitting in it, and it’s also comfortable for me. I also do have a large chest area so was relived to find this fitted, as I kept having problems with the fit of other carriers. It’s pretty easy to learn how to use it too.