LÍLLÉbaby Complete All Seasons Ergonomic 6-in-1 Baby Carrier for Newborn to Toddler (7-45 lbs) - 360° Adjustable Baby Wrap with Lumbar Support - Inward & Outward Facing - Charcoal/Berry - Perfect for Hands-Free Parenting, Shopping & Outdoor Adventures

I love this baby carrier when I first bought this in March of 2019, I mainly used it for trips to Walmart and hikes with my friend now that he can sit up on his own in the basket seat I just use it for the hikes or when we’re going places where the stroller is inconvenient. I was getting so frustrated with having to deal with the bulky car seat taking up a ton of space in my cart and my son wasn’t to the point where he could sit upright in the seat so I started looking into baby carriers. I had put the idea off for a while originally because as a preemie my son was too small for the majority of carriers that I had been considering but when he finally hit the recommended weight I was all in.Pros:ComfortableThis carrier is very comfortable to wear, the straps don’t dig into your shoulders or your hips and thanks to the lumbar support the weight of your baby doesn’t put strain on your back. While my son isn’t old enough to tell me verbally whether he finds it comfortable or not he never cries or throws a fit when I put him in it and has fallen asleep while in it on several occasions and also thrown a fit when I’ve taken him out of it so to me that implies that he is comfortable and happy with this carrier as well. It also keeps the weight very well balanced, on the occasions where I had to squat down to get something off of a lower shelf I never felt like I was being dragged forward by the weight because he was pretty snuggly against me.Lumbar SupportAs I mentioned above this carrier has lumbar support which helps keep your back from aching while walking around for extended periods of time with an infant or child strapped to you. Anything that helps keep my back from hurting is a big plus in my book.Versatile and Easy to UseThis carrier is east to use you simply buckle it around your waist pick up your child and place them against your chest and then while holding your child securely against you with one hand you put your other arm through the shoulder strap, switch hands and do the same with the other shoulder strap and then reach back and buckle the two shoulder straps together. No infant insert is required for this carrier and it is rated for 7-45lbs however personally when my son was smaller I tended to roll up a receiving blanket and place it under his butt to raise him up a little so he could see out a bit but that was just a personal preference.It's also easy to transition it to the narrow seat for forward facing. You simply place your LÍLLÉbaby on the ground with the outside facing up remove the lumbar support, then unsnap the waistband from the two loops holding it and then withdraw the waist belt from the two loops. Once you have done that flip your carrier over and take those two loops and fold them over each other, you will see a snap that fastens them together and narrows the seat. Flip your carrier back over reattach the lumbar support and you're good to go.If you’re like me you are probably intimidated by the idea of trying to get your little one (who can support their head) into the backpack carrier position but once again it’s very easily accomplished with this carrier. Simply belt the carrier around your waist with the carrier on one side of you. Pick up your little one and place them on your hip (whichever side the carrier is on). Then lift the carrier up to cover your little one’s back and slip the opposite arm into the shoulder strap. After your arm is secure shift your little one and the carrier around until they are behind you and slip your other arm into the shoulder strap and fasten the chest clip. You can loosen the shoulder straps initially if it helps you to get your arms in and then tighten them once you your little one is in place.It’s an All-Weather CarrierThere is a flap that can be zipped shut if it’s cold out to help insulate your child against cold weather or unzipped to allow for cooling during hot summer months and the mesh lining makes it very breathable allowing for greater cooling. There’s also a little lightweight hood that you can snap on to help keep the sun off of your baby’s head during the summer.Six PositionsThere are six different ways that you can wear this carrier depending on the age of your child. From 0-3 months you can carry them facing inward with their feet inside the carrier in a fetal position. You also have the option to carry them inward facing with their legs out. While they are unable to support their head this carrier has a head support that can be used to keep your support your infants head. Once your baby is able to support his or her head you can lower the head support and carry them facing either inward or outward so that they can see the world going by. This carrier is also designed so that you can carry your little one in front of you or on your hip or your back easily and comfortably.Machine WashableIf you’re the type of person who likes to go on hikes or spends long hot days at outdoor events, then you know the importance of being able to just throw something in the wash and be done with it.ConsBack Strap/Chest Strap a Bit of a ChoreThe Back strap/Chest strap that connects the two shoulder straps together can be a bit of a chore to connect while it is behind you when you’re carrying your little one in front of you and I could see this strap causing issues for people who’s shoulders aren’t as flexible. While it is a great safety feature because it keeps the shoulder straps from falling off it can be a chore to connect it.Mesh Interior is a Little RoughThe mesh interior while providing breathability that keeps your little one cool during hot days is a little on the rougher side and while I’ve carried my son in it without pants on without complaint an infant with more sensitive skin than him might not be as comfortable without the protection of clothes.Dangling StrapsI have a petite frame so I keep the straps on the shortest settings possible and the extra length just dangles down and can get caught on things. It would have been nice if there was a way to fasten the excess length up and out of the way.In ConclusionOverall, I really enjoy using this carrier it’s very easy to use in its various positions and it’s comfortable for me and my son. It seems to be a very well made and sturdy carrier that will hopefully last me for several more years to come and I would definitely purchase it again and I highly recommend it.