How to choose an ergo backpack?

Little children are not only a joy for parents, but also a huge responsibility. For harmonious and healthy development, it is necessary to wear the baby in an anatomically correct position. The best choice for this is an ergo backpack. What are they, which model is better to choose?

How does an ergosack work?

This is a bag for carrying a child, which provides the necessary fit, support for the head and spine . The legs of the child are widely spaced for the competent distribution of the load. An ergorypack is made of natural fabric, which provides free air circulation inside and consists of:

  • anatomical back, which is adjustable in width and height;
  • a fixing belt that is attached to the body of an adult;
  • soft straps made of isolon for extra fixation.

Pediatricians recommend an ergosack as a device from which the child cannot fall out. Carrying also preserves the health of parents, since the load on the spine is distributed thanks to the straps and belt . All mounts are adjustable. The baby can be worn both on the chest and on the side or back.

What to look for when choosing?

First of all, it is necessary that the backpack correspond to the age of the child:

  • from 0 to 2 months - provides support in a lying position;
  • from 2 to 4 months - pays special attention to back support;
  • older than 4 months - the child’s posture is selected in accordance with age using adjustable mounts.

The correct position of the baby is the position in the form of the letter M: the legs are divorced at an angle of 90 degrees, the back is rounded, the knees are above the priest .

By design, ergorypacks can be divided into:

  • Ergo Baby Carrier - a backpack with straps located in parallel;
  • ModaMam - bag, straps are located crosswise;
  • fast-sling - model with cross straps that are pulled up in front.

Additional elements are also pleasant in the form of rubberized shock absorbers that support the baby’s knees, a waterproof hood in a special pocket, or inserts for a newborn.

The best models and brands

The most popular budget models include:

  • I Love Mum Simple - a wear-resistant blue backpack for a child under 4 years old, cross straps, cost from 2 thousand rubles;
  • Chicco EasyFit - model with a wide seat and adjustable shoulder straps for children less than 9 kg, it is possible to carry the baby face to face or back, price from 2400 rubles;
  • Baby Style - an anatomical backpack made of breathable materials for children up to 18 kg, you can wear it in front, behind or on the hip. Four color options. The disadvantages include the lack of support for the child’s head and the uniform size of the bag. Price - from 1850 rubles.

To more expensive, but justifying its price quality, include:

  • Manduca NewStyle - a model of breathable fabric, the child's weight range up to 20 kg. It is equipped with a security system: wide straps and a waist belt are adjustable in length, protection and support for the head are provided, an adjustable back. The only drawback of this backpack is the price, from 7 thousand rubles.
  • ErgoBaby Original - ergo backpack made of breathable materials of various colors. Equipped with an insert for infants up to 5.5 kg and head support. Nice machine washable. Disadvantages - only two possible positions of the child: on the chest and back, high price - from 8 thousand rubles.