The convertible seat can be narrow for newborns or made wider for bigger kids to keep legs in a hip-healthy position. Focus on features like wide, padded shoulder straps, an ample waist/hip support belt and plenty of adjustable straps and buckles. Parent tester Jen, mum of one, explained why she loved this sling: “It aligns with the values I hope to achieve as a new mum: fashionable, ethical, practical, beneficial for my baby and ergonomic. Due to the long sling being much thinner, I've found it to be more particular about the sort of stones you throw with it but that's a petty complaint that is the fault of my laziness and just wanting to throw whatever is to hand instead of a specific size range. Many monitors now have features like two-way audio and video, so you can clearly see the baby's position.

This brightly coloured rainbow stretch wrap is a real eye-catcher and it comes with an adorable matching hat, plus storage bag, too.

Ruth added: “Super soft, stretchy and lightweight, this wrap is a great way to carry your baby around and keep your hands free for cooking, running after a toddler or while out for a long walk. It enables front carry-legs out, side hip carry, cradle/nursing, newborn womb pouch, and skin-to-skin precious moments. The Moby Classic Wrap has been a parent favorite and a popular choice among babywearers for years; however, since it’s just one long piece of fabric, it can be tricky to get the hang of and frustrating for some parents. Have a practice tying it (with a doll or teddy) before your baby arrives, then pop it into your hospital bag.

If you want to use your carrier through the toddler years, look for one with a high weight limit and different carry positions. I was on the fence because I worried a wrap would be too difficult to figure out compared to a traditional carrier but this is so easy to put on and put baby in. Unlike the OG ComfyFit, the Adjust features an adjustable waist belt and arm straps to fit more bodies.She said: “My baby feels well-supported, including his leg positioning and I find it very comfortable as long as you maintain good posture. While there’s no set time limit on how long a baby can stay in a baby carrier, most healthcare professionals advise that babies shouldn’t spend more than about 45 minutes to two hours at a time in a carrier. A well-fitted baby wrap can help postnatal recovery – wearing your baby helps with bonding, as it promotes the flow Oxytocin (the ‘love hormone’) and can help alleviate the symptoms of postnatal depression.

Texturally interesting materials like scrunchy, crackly, or soft fabrics make them enjoyable and age-appropriate for young babies. Even now that my daughter is getting heavier I feel that the support is great and there is minimal strain on my back. Scoring well in the ‘comfort for baby’ section of the MFM Awards 2022, the Lifft Stretchy Wrap was praised for being easy to put on, well made and featuring strong, supportive but stretchy material. Etsy’s 100% renewable electricity commitment includes the electricity used by the data centres that host Etsy.This all-seasons, six-position carrier has a unique feature to keep your baby comfortable, no matter the outside temperature. The carrier is made from soft, breathable fabric with a touch of spandex and goes on in three simple steps (we promise). With a 45-pound weight limit and top-notch lumbar support, this carrier is a great investment that will last well into toddlerhood. It’s a hybrid carrier that combines the comfort of a wrap with the ease and support of a more structured carrier and is a good option for many parents.

The Solly is a wrap you’ll reach for again and again thanks to its super soft, lightweight fabric, ease of use and comfort factor, especially during those first few months of your baby’s life. However, she also said: “The wrap is designed for breastfeeding in an upright hold only and it’s best done standing up. They’re great for calming down a fussy baby, especially during the first few months of your little one’s life when seemingly nothing else will do the trick, but many can work well into the toddler years, too. Like other Babybjörn carriers, the Harmony is ergonomic and easy to wear for lots of different body types. This really lightweight viscose fabric made from eucalyptus and acacia makes the Aura a good choice for use in the summer, or for parents who get hot easily.The double loops of fabric hold baby securely without the need for buckles or ring fasteners, and it’s available in a variety of block colours and patterned designs. This 100% cotton T-shirt style hybrid carrier combines the closeness of a wrap with the ease of a more structured carrier.