SnugBaby Review

The SnugBaby mei tai was reviewed for GYHB by Dawn Brown, and her seven month old daughter, Zara.

What type/brand of carrier are you reviewing?

SnugBaby

Is this your first sling?

Sort of, we already have the Tomy Freestyle structured baby carrier but this was our first sling type carrier

Do you use one regularly?

We use the sling most weekends when we have trips out and occasionally when nipping to the supermarket or the local shop

How comfortable did you find the sling?

I love this sling, it is so comfortable to wear and puts no strain on my back unlike the Tomy carrier did.

How comfortable did your child seem in it?

Zara loves being in this sling, particularly the back carry, she can see what’s going on and also pull mummy’s hair when she wants something.

How long were you able to use it for (single stretch)?

The most I’ve used it for so far is about an hour and I still felt fine after that (but we had to stop for lunch).

Do you consider the sling to be good value for money?

I consider this sling great value for money as both myself and my husband can use it and it is used all the time, I’ll also be able to use it for quite some time as Zara is only 7 months old.

How would you rate the sling for convenience?

The sling comes in a great little carry bag so can be carried around easily when not in use and it is very quick and simple to put on (with a little bit of practice) which is great when you are just nipping out to the shops.

What did you like about the sling?

I love the colour and how it looks stylish, I love that both myself and my husband can wear it, I love that there are 4 carrying positions (front outward facing, front parent facing, hip carry and back carry). I love that Zara enjoys being carried in it and I love that it doesn’t hurt my back.

What didn’t you like?

The only thing I don’t really like about this sling is that my husband enjoys using it so much – which means I don’t get to use it as often because he always insists on carrying the baby.

Anything else?

Initially it can be a bit overwhelming when looking at the carrying instructions and all the various ties, but with a bit of practice and perseverance it soon becomes very easy to use and well worth sticking with.

Overall marks out of 10?

This is by far the best sling I’ve come across todate and so I have to rate it 9/10 – I’d rate it a 10 but the trouble is I now want to buy one to match every single outfit (and there isn’t a green one currently available!)