A baby carrier is a type of soft carrier that is designed to carry a baby and worn over the body of an adult. It is important for parents to have a baby carrier when out and about, as it can help them keep baby close and safe whilst ensuring their ease of mobility and freedom of their hands. As compared to a baby car seat, they are of course a much lighter and less bulky way to transport baby and as the weight is held closer to the core, much easier to carry for over a period of time. Of course carrying a car seat, or pushing a pram also necessitates atleast one hand whereas a baby carrier - none!

Baby carriers can also be a heaven send item worn around the house especially with a new born baby, enabling the carer to keep a close eye on the baby, give them the sense of security to fall asleep knowing their adult counterpart is next to them, whilst enabling the adult some normality or freedom - be it a bit of tidying up to relaxing on the sofa, as it allows them to have their hands free to do other things.

Baby carriers are also thought to provide a lot of comfort to baby, being so physically close to their carer and considered a great way to bond with baby. The proximity can encourage engagement, be that through facial expressions, soft words or singing. It is also thought that little ones do enjoy the outdoors, certainly fresh air is factually good for all of us, and the baby carrier supports that and can therefore encourage some exposure to nature such as sounds from birds to cars.

There are various types of baby carriers available at Baby City, the main ones being where the baby is in front of or on the back of the adult and supported by a carrier base and strong shoulder straps and waist band. There are also hip carriers, sling style baby carriers and body wrap carriers. Different colours, prints, fabrications, additional extras such as bibs, hats, pockets, covers, padding in different areas, and age suitability are all personal preference choices and budget considerations.