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Shop The Best Baby Carriers For International Babywearing Week

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October 2-8, 2017, is International Babywearing Week! Integrate your baby into your life with ease with a super-cool baby carrier! Our top 10 baby carrier picks are great for offering the practical bonding experience of babywearing while also being comfortable, safe, and stylish (coming in an array of festive colors and patterns). In fact, the IHDI (International Hip Dysplasia Institute) recommends babywearing for healthy hip development as long as the correct carrying position (spread-squat position) is guaranteed.

So, go ahead, get “carried” away!

  • CYBEX Yema - Fashion Collection Koi

    CYBEX Yema - Fashion Collection Koi

     This new carrier fashion from CYBEX is about as high style as it gets. The Yema Tie meets the IHDI's recommendations for safe babywearing, and it offers ergonomic seating, head and neck support for baby, and comfy padded shoulder straps. Plus, it's made from a wrap-like cotton fabric and features a gorgeous limited edition Koi design. $259.95, cybex-online.com
  • BabyBjorn Baby Carrier One

    BabyBjorn Baby Carrier One

     Free up your hands using the Baby Carrier One created by BabyBjorn--the gold standard in baby carriers--to hold babies from 0-3 years old. This product is made of mesh and cotton and comes in a variety of stylish color options. $135, babybjorn.com
  • Baby K'tan ORGANIC

    Baby K'tan ORGANIC

     This eco-chic carrier is 100 percent organic is crafted with material that features a unique one-way stretch. Additionally, the Baby K'tan ORGANIC offers ergonomic positioning for healthy infant development, even weight distribution across back and shoulders, and a double-loop design slips on like a t-shirt. $59.95, babyktan.com
  • Ergobaby Four Position 360 Way Baby Carrier

    Ergobaby Four Position 360 Way Baby Carrier

     Designed for parents on the go, Ergobaby’s four-position 360 baby carrier makes leading an active life easy. With its padded shoulder straps and wide support band, carrying your baby is safer and more comfortable than ever. $160, ergobaby.com
  • LILLEbaby ESSENTIALS - Original - Charcoal Anchors Away

    LILLEbaby ESSENTIALS - Original - Charcoal Anchors Away

     This nautical carrier is as cute as it is a total game-changer! This four-position carrier is machine-washable, 100 percent cotton, and offers plenty of handy pockets to stash essentials while on the go. $89.99, lillebaby.com
  • Boba Carrier Octabela

    Boba Carrier Octabela

     Invest in a carrier that grows with your child with Boba’s awesome carrier. Made for growing children between 7-45 lbs, this adjustable carrier also features super-cool original artwork by the company founder's daughter. $150, boba.com
  • BabyHawk Circinus on Charcoal Meh Dai ~ OOAK!

    BabyHawk Circinus on Charcoal Meh Dai ~ OOAK!

     Hand-crafted by Griffen Dye Works in Los Angeles California, this safe and stylish carrier (ideal for babies 8-40 lbs) is truly one-of-a-kind. $104.95, babyhawk.com
  • Beco Gemini Baby Carrier

    Beco Gemini Baby Carrier

     Cruise around the city in style while carrying your baby with Beco’s 100 percent cotton Gemini Baby Carrier. With multiple bright patterns (we're loving the Flamingop attern) to choose from, Beco’s carrier will allow you stand out in any crowd. $150, becobaby.com
  • CatBird Baby pikkolo newborn-to-toddler carrier

    CatBird Baby pikkolo newborn-to-toddler carrier

     Wear your baby in the simplest way with this fab carrier from CatBird Baby. Available in several patterns (our fave is the Astoria print), the pikkolo style is both versatile and functional. This item fits a variety of woman and caregivers. $129, catbirdbaby.com
  • bitybean Baby Carrier

    bitybean Baby Carrier

     Hit the streets of New York with your child in bitybean's lime green, super-compact, light-weight carrier (a past Best in Show winner from the New York Baby Show). The carrier can hold 8-40 lbs and is meant for children over 3 years of age. $69.95, bitybean.com

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