How to choose ergo backpack

Ergorukzak or backpack-carrying - this is a real find for parents, thanks to which a walk on a bad road, a trip in public transport or an active holiday with a child are no longer a problem. The main thing is to choose a quality model in which the baby will be comfortable and safe.

The best manufacturers of ergonomic backpacks

An ergonomic backpack should provide the crumbs with the correct physiological posture - the bottom, the legs are wide apart and the knees are higher than the priests. He has a wide waist belt and shoulder straps - thanks to this mother, it is easier to carry the baby.

High-quality backpacks provide proper support for the back and head of the child and protect against potential hazards. For example, fasteners products have "insurance" from accidental unfastening. The role of insurance in this case is played by special elastic bands that do not allow the backpack to unbutton completely when the fasteners fail to cope with their function.

Ergoryukzak should be made from safe and natural materials such as cotton and linen. Unfortunately, not all manufacturers adhere to these requirements and save on the quality of the fabric, the material of fasteners and other characteristics. Therefore, it is recommended to buy backpacks from proven brands.

The most popular manufacturers are:

1. Manduca;

2. Ergobaby;

3. Bianka;

4. Boba;

5. I love mum;

6. Pognae;

7. Goose;

8. Mum’s Era;

9. Love & Carry;

10. Teddisling.

But choosing a good manufacturer is just the beginning. You also need to decide on the type of backpack and its components: back, straps, belt, shock absorber, etc.

Can newborns be worn in ergorkacks

Sling consultants do not recommend using classic sling backpacks for babies under 6–8 months. In the extreme case, it is possible to carry a child in it from 4 months, and then if he is already confidently holding the head and weighs at least 7.5 kg.

Of course, manufacturers of ergonomic backpacks shout that their goods can be used from the first days of a baby’s life, but most doctors question such statements. The use of ergonomic backpacks can adversely affect both the health of the baby and her mother's well-being. Early use of backpack carrying bags is dangerous for the following reasons:

1. The design of the backpack, in contrast to the sling-scarf or sling with rings, does not adjust to the shape of the baby's body. Carrying has a certain size of the back and the depth of landing. Even if the backpack came up perfectly to the child, in one month the position of the child can become dangerous.

2. Classic models do not provide normal spine support for newborns. Since the shape of the backpack is practically unregulated, mommies often take down the child with slings sewn into the middle part of the back of the product. As a result, the upper and lower parts of the spine are poorly fixed, and the back of the baby flexes ahead of time. The curvature of the spine of a child is fully formed only in six months, and not in the first months of life.

3. Some manufacturers recommend placing special inserts for newborns in backpacks.In this case, the baby can be strongly pressed to the mother, as a result of which his back will be in an unnatural position.

4. The use of ergonomic backpacks immediately after childbirth can lead to lower abdominal pain and the development of "female" problems for mothers.

It should be noted that sometimes ergorypacks, specially designed for newborns and designed for several months of use: from birth to 1.5 months and from 1.5 months to 4 months, are found on sale. Unfortunately, such models are very hard to find. Therefore, for carrying children in the first months of life, it is better to use a classic sling-scarf or sling with rings.

What to look for when choosing

Back

The back of the product provides a physiologically correct position crumbs. Should be wide and soft, the size of the child.

Straps

The straps of the sling backpack must be wide enough to properly distribute the load on the mother's back and securely fix the baby. Choose soft straps, so the backpack will put less pressure on the shoulders when carrying a heavy boot.

Belt

The correct belt is tight and wide, well adjustable and tight. Thanks to him, mother can carry a child for several hours without getting tired.

Shock absorbers

Located on the sides of the back in some models. Thanks to them, the child’s legs can be fixed under the knee at any age (at 6 months and 2 years). In addition, they allow you to increase the width of the back under the grown calf.

Hood

Some models have a hood, with which you can fix the head of the dozing baby or protect it from wind and rain.

Material

The fabric from which the backpack is sewn should be of high quality, dense and elastic. Make sure that the inner part of the product, which is in contact with the baby, was made from linen, cotton or other natural materials. Although such products have a high price, they retain their presentation even after six months of daily wear.

It is not necessary to buy goods, when sewing which synthetic fabrics and materials like tulle and tarpaulin were used. They will be bad for air and create a "greenhouse effect."

The size

Choose models with adjustable backs - children grow quickly, and fixed-sized products will soon become unnecessary.

Before you buy, determine the exact size of the child. Sit the baby on his haunches and spread his legs to the side. Measure the length between the knees on the back of the hips and butt. Measure not on a bare bottom, but when the baby is in a diaper. The resulting value should not exceed the width of the ergrückack at the bottom.

Buy a product only after fitting. If you feel comfortable, the straps do not cut into the skin, and the cub is in the correct position (the back of the backpack does not bristle, there are no voids under the booty, the M-position is reached), goods can be taken.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.