What is a good backpack carrier for a toddler for a hiking trip?

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Bobbi

I had access to an Ergo and Baby Hawk through sharing. But not now. Our guy is 2 years old, 25 pounds. We are going on a hiking trip this fall in PA and then to Gatlinburg for Christmas. We know some times he will want to be carried. I'm using a sheet as a make-shift mei tai style, but I don't want the fuss of wrapping. I'm looking for something durable and can be used by a couple of people easily, and has room for winter wear. The baby will be in our ring sling so that is out.
those look better than what we have been using. The sheet trick is a back carrier that some Burma refugees women in our church do with their lil ones, like they have done for centuries! not pretty, but surprisingly comfy.

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I used a Macpac for my kids and would thoroughly recommend it. Extremely sturdy, easy to adjust (I'm 5'2, my husband is 6'4), baby is strapped in securely, and a decent size compartment underneath. Mine did 2 kids and has just gone to my brother 16 years after I bought it looking as new.

Bear in mind that if you're not used to carrying him this way, it will be _very_ hard work to go any distance or uphill. (Though probably easier than the sheet!)

Sling vs. Carrier, the sling just isn't working out, help?

Hillbilly

I have a sling and a carrier (kinda like a back pack that goes in front). I tried to put my baby in the sling because I left the carrier in the car. I had it all the way tightened but she just drooped all the way down to my knees almost. It was very uncomfortable and heavy on my back. Is it because my baby is too big for a sling now, or maybe because I'm just so short (5'even)? Does anyone else use a carrier vs. a sling? All I see people on here talk about are slings.

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I hated my sling, and my front carrier, and so did my daughter. The moment she could sit with support I started using a proper child-carrying backpack (it was a Macpac, designed for carrying toddlers up mountains). Best thing I ever bought. I almost never even used a pushchair.

If that photo in your avatar is the baby you are talking about, she'd be fine in that style of backpack. She needs full head and neck control, but not to be able to sit alone.

I'm 5'2, btw.

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