8 of the best baby carriers in Australia
Keep bub close enough to kiss.
Babywearing, or holding your baby with the aide of a carrier, enables caregivers to keep their little ones close. This helps your baby feel secure and promotes a bond between the caregiver and baby.
It is important to remember a few key safety points when babywearing and the TICKS guidelines are the best way to ensure safe babywearing.
We’ve rounded up our favourites, including the ones voted the best by parents and experts in the 2023 Bounty Baby Awards, to make your shopping trip simple.
Remember and follow the TICKS rules:
T— tight: Slings should be tight enough to hug your baby close to you.
I— in view at all times: You should always be able to see your baby’s face by simply glancing down.
C— close enough to kiss: By tipping your head forward you should be able to kiss your baby on the head.
K— keep chin off the chest: A baby should never be curled so that their chin is forced onto their chest as this can restrict their breathing.
S— supported back: The baby’s back should be supported in a natural position so their tummy and chest are against you.
READ NEXT: All of the 2023 Award Winners.
The winners of the Best Baby Carriers 2023 are:
Gold Award: Redsbaby CONNECT Plus Carrier
Silver Award: BabyDink Pocket Organic Newborn Carrier
Bronze Award: MiaMily HIPSTER™ Air
The Best Baby Carriers in Australia
GOLD AWARD
Redsbaby CONNECT Plus Carrier, RRP $239
Redsbaby CONNECT Plus Carrier is a baby carrier approved by Healthy Hips Australia. The CONNECT Plus provides four positions from newborn to 20kg, with flexible adjustment options for comfortable all-day wearing. Its three-layer design transitions from mesh to thermal layer and windbreaker, providing comfort all year round. Discovery is waiting.
SILVER AWARD
BabyDink Pocket Organic Newborn Carrier, RRP $179
BabyDink Organic Newborn Baby Carrier is the Original No-Wrap Baby Carrier!
With BabyDink, simply put it on like a top for the same fit every time. Designed to grow with you and your baby, BabyDink is pre-wrapped for easy, organic and handsfree babywearing! No buckles, clips or confusing wrapping.
Suitable from birth to 6 months (or approx. 8kgs).
BRONZE AWARD
MiaMily HIPSTER™ Air, RRP $229
MiaMily HIPSTER™ Air is the world’s first compact inflatable baby carrier that is as small as your makeup bag! Designed with a unique valve that inflates and deflates our classic hip seat, parents can easily adjust the level of firmness to yours and babies liking, without the hassle of having to remove the carrier, seat or baby. Made with 100% recycled plastic, this carrier is good for you AND the environment.
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Nuna CUDL™ softened, RRP $259
Parenting can be intimidating – wearing a carrier shouldn’t be. CUDL™ makes it easy to keep baby close and secure, all while keeping your hands free. Say hello to four magnetic buckles that make securing on-the-go quick and simple.
Joie Baby Australia savvy™, RRP $149
Keep baby close in the Joie Baby Australia savvy™ ergonomic carrier that makes baby wearing all about hugging, not lugging.
Lighten the load with a smart and secure strap that distributes weight evenly and adjusts easily for a finetuned fit.
Clever magnetic buckles on the shoulder straps allow you to easily put on and adjust the carrier by yourself, no arm twisting or extra set of hands necessary.
Optimal support lets your little one sit smart in an ergonomic M-shaped position that promotes healthy spine and hip development, certified hip healthy by the hip dysplasia institute. The savvy has it all!
The Tula Explore Baby Carrier, RRP $329
Allows you to carry bub in multiple positions include front and backward facing. Each position provides a natural, ergonomic position best for comfortable carrying that promotes healthy hip and spine development for baby. Best of all, the carrier comes in a range of stylish prints.
The Ergobaby Omni 360 Cool Air Mesh Baby Carrier, RRP $349
The Omni 360 is a breathable, lightweight all mesh carrier that is perfect for the Australian climate. Suitable for newborn to toddler, there is lumbar support for extra back comfort and includes a detachable storage pouch.
The BabyBjorn Baby Carrier One Air, RRP $320
Ergonomically designed, the One Air features an airy and cool 3D mesh that dries rapidly. With four front and back carrying positions, it is suitable from birth to approximately 3 years.