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Buckle Carriers

We currently stock the following Buckle Carriers:
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Buckle Carriers

Beco Butterfly 2

Beco Gemini

Olives and Applesauce

Boba 3G

Ergo baby

Specifically for toddlers:

Huckepack (To Cary Toddlers)

Petite Panda (Cary Toddlers)

 

 

About Buckle Carriers

Buckle carriers are usually referred to as Soft Structured Carriers (SSCs). Like the mei tai, this type of carrier has a rectangular fabric panel with waist straps and shoulder straps. The difference with the SSC is that the straps are attached using heavy duty buckles instead of being tied on. The waistband is also normally wider and more structured in appearance than that of the mei tai. With a SSC you can carry your baby on your front or back. The Beco Gemini and Ergo carriers also allow a hip position to be used. These carriers are often chosen for being quick and easy to use. Some SSCs are suitable from birth whilst others are only suitable from approx 4 months. For more detailed information on SSCs, please see our "Sling Advice" section.


Beco Butterfly 2

Suitable from birth to toddler

The Beco Butterfly 2 is as practical as it is stylish. Combining great ergonomics with excellent weight distribution, this innovative carrier can be used in both front and back carry positions.

The internal sling allows you to securely buckle your baby into the carrier then handle baby and carrier as one unit, passing between parents without the need to remove a sleeping baby from the carrier.

The Beco Butterfly 2 also includes a removable infant insert to use with babies up to 15 pounds, allowing them to ride higher in the carrier in an ergonomically comfortable position.

 

Product Features:

  • newborn to pre-school (7-45 lbs/3.5- 20kg)
  • front and back carry positions
  • easy On and OFF features
  • high quality tested materials
  • removable infant insert & sleeping hood
  • machine washable
  • DVD instructions included

The Beco Butterfly 2 is available in the following patterns:

Lauren Paige (out of stock) Ginger
(Click image to enlarge)
Patterns

 

 

Beco Gemini

Suitable from birth to toddler.

The Beco Gemini is a 4-in-1 baby carrier offering four comfortable carrying positions – hip carry, back carry, front facing in, and facing out. Discrete nursing is also possible .The Gemini is a comfortable, practical baby carrier with a definite sense of style.

The Beco Gemini features a supportive waistband and wide padded shoulder straps that can be worn like a rucksack or crossed on your back for better weight distribution. The padded headrest can flip up for neck support or can be cuffed down and fastened with snaps. When baby wants to face out, the headrest also serves as a padded spot for their head or chin to rest against.

 

 

Additional Product Features:

  • D-Rings to attach head support
  • Tall, wide body, supports growing baby
  • Adjustable chest strap for even weight distribution
  • SAFETY BUCKLES prevent accidental opening
  • Width alternating base to accommodate small babies & forward facing-out position
  • Waist belt adjusts from 28-57”
  • EN13209-2 Soft Carriers Certified
  • Note that it is recommended that hte forward facing position be used for no more than 20minutes at a time.
    The alternative 3 positions offered by each Beco Gemini Carrier are not limited to a time period.

The Beco Gemini Carrier is currently available in the following patterns:

Espresso Sierra
Foxie Carnival
Espresso Owls (sold out) Black Nova
 
Piper (limited Edition)*  

* Note that the Piper pattern is a limited edition (only 200 produced worldwide) and is therefore charged at €130

Patterns

Olives and Applesauce

Suitable from birth to toddler

Olives and Applesauce Carriers are renowned for both their comfort and style. Available in a range of cool and funky patterns, they have the following features:

  • Height-adjustable harness allows you to use the same carrier with your newborn or your toddler
  • Lightly padded shoulder straps increase comfort for the wearer
  • Hood can be tucked in when not being used to create a convenient pocket
  • Sliding hook attaches to D ring to ensure the perfect fit for the sleeping hood every time
  • Leg padding increases comfort for your child
  • Wide webbing and dual-adjustable buckles allow for easy adjusting
  • Seat darts provide a seat for your child to sit comfortably
  • Elastic loops hold the loose webbing neatly
  • Gently-contoured waistband provides support and helps to transfer weight
  • Elastic strap keeps your carrier rolled up neatly when you aren't using it
  • Suitable for both front and back carries

 

Koi
Hunky Dory Mum (sold out)
Tea Time in Tomato.jpg
Cubism (out of stock) Free Bird Garden

Patterns

Huckepack (For Toddlers)

After numerous requests for carriers specifically designed for toddlers, we are pleased to announce that we now have a variety of Toddler Huckepacks in stock in Ireland. Suitable from 10 months to approx 4 years, these luxurious toddler carriers are truly innovative. The back panel, base and neck are all resizable so that the carrier can grow with your child. The head support also has toggles on the side so that it can be resized too. Extended padding under each buckle ensures a comfortable fit for parent and child whilst extra padding on the shoulder straps allows for a really luxiourious feel to these carriers. Another innovative feature on these carries is that the buckles can be attached either at the main body of the carrier or the waistband. All of these features give parents greater flexibility in tweaking the carrier to get the perfect fit for them and their child. From personal experience (see "Green Elephant" photos below) we can tell you that this is one of the leading toddler carriers on the market!

NOTE: We also have several mei tai Huckepacks in stock (click here).

Grace
Disco Dots (sold out)
Turquoise Elephant Green Elephant
Light Blue Elephant Secret Woods (out of stock)

More images of the Green Elephan, Click an image to enlarge

Close up of Turquoise Elephant (left) and light blue Elephant (right) Details (click to enlarge)

Note that the canvas and corduroy strap options for the green elephant pattern look quite similar but are different materials.

All Huckepack buckle carriers are €120 + postage

Patterns

A matching bag is also available for the green elephant and secret woods pattern (click image for enlargement)

Bags

Optoins

Petite Panda (for Toddlers)

We are currently stocking a limited amount of Petite Panda Toddler carriers. These carriers are much sought after in the babywearing world and are renowned for how comfortable they are when carrying heavier children.

Features include:

- A three-piece slightly contoured body copies the child’s body providing an excellent support for her back and, at the same time, creates  a comfortable and physiologically correct `froggy` position.

- Contoured shoulder straps are generously padded and narrow down towards the ends so they don’t cause underarm rub for the wearer. They are 10 cm wide and dual adjustable

- Roomy hood can be neatly tucked inside a pouch in the body when not needed. The pouch can also be used for carrying soft objects.


Reduced from €132 to €118

The Petite Panda Toddler Carrier is currently available in the following patterns:

Floral Owl Carnival Bloom (sold out)

Patterns

 

Boba3G

 

Introducing the NEW Boba Carrier 3G - now suitable for newborn babies too!

The New Boba 3G incorporates the original Boba Baby Carrier design that so many have come to know and love, and now has new and updated features ... truly a one of a kind baby carrier!

The new infant conversion option allows you to use the Boba Carrier 3G with babies 7lbs and over. The best part is that there is absolutely no insert or accessory needed! Simply follow the instruction booklet included with your Boba Carrier to learn how to use the new Boba Carrier 3G for your newborn

Other features include:

- Extra head support adjustments for infants

- Multiple pockets for on the go storage

- Shoulder strap holders keep purses and nappy bags in place

- Additional adjustments for easier fit and breastfeeding

- Tall, supportive back panel

- Suitable for toddlers/preschoolers too! (up to 45lbs)

- Removable foot straps

- Adjustable sleep hood

- Zipper pouch to store sleep hood in when not in use

- Front and back carry positions

- Comfortably fits heights 5'0" - 6'3" and waist size 25" - 58"

 

Tweet (3g) (sold out) Glacier (3g) * see note on colour Kangaroo (3g)

* The Glacier pattern is closer to a nice neutral grey than blue. For an accurate colour image, click on the image below:

Patterns

 

Ergo baby

Original Carrier
Suitable for babies from 15-39 lbs

The 100% Cotton canvas ERGOBABY Original Carrier has evolved to make it more comfortable than ever. The high-density padding and straps distribute baby’s weight between the shoulders and hips and adjust for the perfect mutual fit. The carrier weighs: 1.52 lbs / 690 grams

Performance Carrier
Suitable for babies from 13 - 40 lbs

Durable and lightweight, the ERGOBABY Performance Carrier is built for adventure. Take your baby along for the fun. The outdoor-style carrier is made with a durable exterior and a breathable mesh interior for ultimate outdoor performance.The carrier weights 1.06 lbs /624 grams

Suitable for babies from 7 - 40 lbs

 

Additional Features (both models)

Machine washable
Sleeping Hood: Integrated
Small zippered stuff pouch, doubles as Sleeping Hood storage
Large zippered storage pocket holds your wallet, keys, and mobile phone

Ergo Baby Original Black/Cammel
€102

Ergo Baby Performnace Black €112

Made of 100% cotton, this specially padded insert was made to support the head and neck of your newborn baby. Soft, comfortable and adjustable, it easily fits any ERGOBABY Carrier. The ERGOBABY Infant Insert is required for babies ranging from 7 to 12 lbs or newborns to 4-5 months.

The insert is not required for older children.

Ergo Baby Infant Insert €32  
Types