Whether you are going hiking or just walking down the street a child carrier is a great way to take your child with you. Child backpack carriers leave your hands free while it allows your child to experience the world with you. I found that using a child carrier was a real bonding and growth experience for my children and me.

Here is a tip for using your child carrier: Buy one that has a waist strap. When using it make sure the weight is supported by your waist and not your shoulders.

Because of it’s popularity child carriers come in all shapes and size. Let’s look at a few and see if there is one that fits your needs.

Pro action child carrier/rucksack: This is a rucksack which folds open to become a child carrier. It has a detachable sun canopy/rain cover, a built in safety harness and two additional pockets. This backpack won’t break your budget.

• Suitable for child up to 15kg
• 6 months - 4 years
• product weight: 3 Kg

Ultralight child carrier: This is a very light carrier, which makes it ideal for excursions about town. It folds almost flat and has it’s own carry bag. It however has no extra carrying capacity.

• Suitable for child up to 15kg
• 6 months - 4 years
• product weight: 1.8 Kg

Bush baby pinnacle child carrier: The pinacle is the premium carrier on the market today. They only started producing them this year. It is extremely comfortable for parent and child and suitable for long distance and regular use. The Pinacle has UV protective sun canopy with mesh front & sides.

• Suitable for child up to 20kg
• 6 months - 4 years
• product weight: 2.5 Kg