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Structured Baby Carriers - Buckle Carriers
Want to carry your 6 month old on your back? Looking for something that doesn't strain your shoulders? Need to hold new baby close while chasing your toddler? Want a baby carrier that does it all? You've come to the right place. Soft Structured Baby Carriers (or Buckle Carriers) are PAXbaby's specialty! These baby carriers don't have any of that pesky wrapping and tying! Just buckle & go!!!!
Want the best opinion? The PAXbaby mama is a babywearing expert, and eager to help you find your perfect SSC. If you need any help deciding between our favorite baby carriers, just ask! A quick low down:
The Beco Butterfly is our hands down favorite carrier for any baby and any parent! Internal harness, infant insert, sleeping hood, front carry, back carry, this baby carrier holds newborns up to 45 pound children!
The Beco Gemini is Beco's newest carrier, and it is a throw back to an earlier Beco model that was well-loved! Front carries, front facing out also, on the hip, or as a back carrier, the Gemini does not have the sleeping hood or infant insert and internal harness like its older sister, the Butterfly, but has a more streamlined look with a folding headrest and body that can become smaller for petite babies or front facing out. Keep in mind that if your goal is to find a carrier to wear your infant now through kindergarten, the Gemini can only hold 35 pounds, but it is easier to nurse in than the Butterfly.
BabyHawk's Oh Snap! is a favorite at PAXbaby due to the comfortable padding in the waistband and shoulder straps, the comfortable seat darts, and the cutting edge style. The Oh Snap! is not intended to be used for carrying young babies, however, with the help of a snuggly swaddling blanket, a small baby would enjoy the smooth ride of the Oh Snap! also!
Specially designed for toddlers, the Boba Baby Carrier 2G features a removable hood and also removable foot stirrups for your child's ergonomic positioning. All organic fabric, manufactured locally in Boulder, Colorado, and comfortable for both baby and parent, the Boba is our go-to carrier for our toddler!
Want a baby carrier that will earn you the prize at the fashion show? Olives & Applesauce soft structured carriers, or O & A as we affectionately call them, are just gorgeous with the attached hood, wide waistband, and curved shoulder straps. The shape of the shoulder straps removes the need for a chest strap due to the angle of the straps to the babywearer's body - DELICIOUS! These baby carriers are 16" and have the new perk of a baby insert inside the O & A, for babies or toddlers up to 30 pounds!
The Freehand Soft Structured Carrier is newly available, and ideal for smaller moms and petite babies. With unique straps crossing over baby, your child can face in or out or ride on your back like a backpack! We love the Freehand Mei Tai and their new SSC is equally lovable!
Catbirdbaby's Pikkolo has been on babywearer's top baby carrier lists for years thanks to their sturdy construction, crossable shoulder straps, and removable hood. As a mei tai/ buckle carrier hybrid, the Pikkolo waistband is different from the other SSCs, but if a more padded belt is preferred, the support belt is very comfortable for babies up to 40 pounds. Front, back, hip, or front facing out, PAXbaby loves the versatility of the Pikkolo.
Scootababy is the one and only HIP carrier that we adore! It can actually be used on the front or back, but it shines as a hip carrier! Super comfortable with a supportive waistband and soft fleece shoulder strap, the Scootababy is easy to nurse in and attractive to dads with its sleek design.