Product Description

Baby Bjorn Air Carrier The Bjorn Air Carrier is one of the coolest baby carriers around, literally. With a special design, specifically for Baby Bjorn, both parent and baby will stay cooler, longer. As with the other versions of Baby Bjorn Carrier this can be used for newborns as well as older infants. The fabrics featured on the baby carrier are machine washable and Oko-Tex class 1 certified. The materials are guaranteed to not harm baby. Baby Bjorn carriers are really cool. It gets the Air Carrier name from special ventilating fabrics which keep both parent and baby cooler. The soft 3D mesh allows air to circulate and keeps the temperature comfortable. The Baby Bjorn carrier also provides vital closeness between parent and baby. The baby carrier can be used for newborns from 8 lbs. with the safety strap fastened as well as with older infants to 25 lbs. The range of use for a Baby Bjorn Air Carrier is similar to that of an infant car seat. Both should stop being used at the same time as the other.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #585 in Baby Product
• Color: Gray/White
• Brand: BabyBjörn
• Model: 029010US
• Dimensions: 3.10" h x 10.30" w x 11.40" l, 1.50 pounds

Features

• Unique mesh material expels heat and moisture keeping parent and baby cooler and more comfortable
• Extra soft mesh is gentle on baby's face
• Entire front opens, enabling the parent to remove a sleeping child
• Wide, padded shoulder straps for maximum carrying comfort
• Folds compactly into a convenient pouch attached inside the carrier for carrying and storage

Amazon.com Review
Having spent nearly the last five decades innovating ideas for infants and toddlers, BabyBjörn is consistently tweaking their products to meet parents’ high standards of quality, functionality, and safety. So it’s no surprise that they finally designed one of their famous carriers specifically for hot climates.

The BabyBjörn Baby Carrier Air has many of the features that make their other designs so popular, like an adjustable, built-in head support for newborns, padded shoulder straps for distributing baby’s weight, and machine-washable fabric. But this version is meant to be used for short periods (there is no lumbar support as with the BabyBjörn Baby Carrier Active) and in warmer temperatures, as the flexible mesh material effectively wicks moisture and heat away from parent and baby.

When infants face outward, the built-in head support for newborns folds down in front.

An important point to take into consideration is whether or not anyone who wil be wearing the carrier requires more back support, or if wearers will be using the carrier for extended periods of time. While the Carrier Air is comfortable enough, the Carrier Original and Carrier Active both offer better lumbar and shoulder support. One of those may be a better choice for active parents or longer hauls.

Amazon.com Product Description
Made for parents who live in warm climates, the BabyBjorn Baby Carrier Air lets you enjoy the freedom of movement and bonding time with your child. Made of unique, breathable material, this carrier is specially designed to be light and airy when the temperature heats up.

Padded shoulder straps distribute weight evenly to minimize strain on the back, neck, and shoulders. View larger Breathability For Airy Comfort Designed for use with babies weighing at least eight pounds and measuring 21 inches, with a maximum weight of 22 pounds, it's ideal for a wide variety of short-term activities, like doing chores around the house, or taking baby on a brief walk or excursion. The BabyBjorn Baby Carrier Air helps you keep cool as the temperature heats up, thanks to its innovative construction. Made from a truly breathable 3D mesh fabric that efficiently wicks away both heat and moisture from both you and your baby, this carrier provides up to 138 percent better heat flow and 30 percent better moisture flow than other models. Flexible and Supportive Made to be comfortable and supportive for both parents and babies, the BabyBjorn Carrier Air features padded shoulder straps that evenly distribute baby's weight to help minimize strain on mom or dad's back, neck and shoulder. Soft and flexible, the carrier also shapes itself to gently conform to baby's body and feels comfortable on baby's face. Additionally, it provides excellent support for your growing child's back and head, and ensures that baby's legs and arms are in a physiologically correct position. And the adjustable, built-in head support is especially ideal for newborns or younger babies who cannot yet hold up their head. Finally, as your child grows, the neck-rest can be folded down so that the child may be carried facing forwards, an option that lets him or her look around and enjoy their surroundings while still safe and secure. Easy-care, Safe Design Compact and lightweight, the BabyBjorn Baby Carrier Air is easy to store and take with you on excursions. It's also machine washable and dries quickly after washing. Additionally, it's approved in accordance with the Oeko-Tex Standard 100, class 1, eco-certification, so you can trust that this carrier safe for baby. For added convenience, the carrier comes with a practical storage bag in a pocket on the inside for space-saving storage when not in use. About BabyBjorn BabyBjörn AB is a family-owned, Swedish company founded in 1961. Right from the start, BabyBjörn's goal has been to simplify everyday activities for parents and small children by developing innovative products for children up to the age of three. Their products are now used worldwide by millions of parents. BabyBjorn also works closely with pediatricians, a practice that began in Sweden, but now includes an international network of doctors in Germany, France, Sweden and the USA. The company aims to identify those little everyday problems parents face and then to come up with ingenious, long term solutions to them.

The BabyBjorn Baby Carrier Air offers: Innovative construction provides better heat and moisture flow to keep you cool. 3D mesh fabric construction. Physiologically correct positioning of baby's arms and legs. Padded and contoured shoulder straps. The Baby Carrier Air makes outdoor excursions comfortable for both parents and baby. View larger

From the Manufacturer
The BABYBJÖRN Baby Air Carrier helps keep you and your baby cooler and more comfortable. This carrier is made from a unique 3D breathable mesh that efficiently expels heat and moisture and gently shapes itself to baby's body. Compact and lightweight, this baby carrier takes little space and is easy to bring with you. Provides excellent support for baby's back and head and guarantees that your child's leg and arms are in a physiologically correct position. Approved in accordance with Oeko-Tex Standard 100, class 1 and is machine washable and fast drying.

Customer Reviews

Kills your shoulders & back...with ventilation!
Over the course of three children we have had FIVE carriers: Two slings, a Baby Bjorn, a Snugli and the Ergo Baby.

The Bjorn is definitely the best looking and easiest to use. The clips and connectors are very intuitive and it's easy to get smaller infants into it.

The "Air" version is basically the "Original" with much more breathable fabric. Unfortunately this doesn't address the biggest shortcoming of the carrier.

My big complaint is that when the kids get larger (or if you wear it for more than ~10 minutes at a time) it really starts to kill your back. This is because the design keeps all the weight on your shoulders. It's like wearing a backpack BACKWARDS!

The "Active" version has wider straps and a which provide additional support for a small improvement over the "Original," but it still puts all the weight on your shoulders, pulling them forward. The additional strap is a "lumbar" strap and still too high to put the weight on your hips.

If you backpack, you know what I'm talking about. A lightweight daypack is fine for lugging 10 lbs of textbooks from class to class, but if you want to be able to hike for an hour with 25+ lbs you have to shift the weight to your hips.

If you only plan to use this when grocery shopping and think you'll give it up when they're 6 months old, this might be for you. If you think you might want to go to the park and hang out, or use it even when the kid starts to crawl, then the Ergo Baby is probably more your speed. My wife can take our 25 lb 1 year old for 20 minute walks around the neighborhood in the Ergo.

p.s. this is coming from a guy who is 6', 180# and fit. My wife is smaller and far more critical of the ergonomics of this carrier.

If you've found this review helpful, please let me know!

A must have for hot, humid Indiana summers
I purchased the BB Air from another retailer after I realized that our Original BB was way too warm for summertime use. Consequently we now have two BB's, the Original and the Air. This product keeps both the baby and the wearer cool and comfortable. My husband and I have not experienced any back pain while carrying the baby in the BB Air. We use it nearly every day and wear it for extended periods of time. It also fits a variety of heights comfortably, I'm 5'6 and my husband is 6'2. I've had numerous people in malls and busy stores comment on how quiet and content the baby seems in the Air carrier. I appreciate that I can run errands or do housework while keeping the baby close and happy. When Autumn returns, I'll be switching to the Original BB and anticipate enjoying it as much as the BB Air.

The Baby Bjorn Synergy is a better bet
We own the Baby Bjorn Active Carrier, and we all love it! However, it is too hot for summer heat, so we opted to purchase this item--the Baby Bjorn Air Carrier. Without the lumbar support, all of the baby's weight is on the shoulders, and my husband could feel a huge difference. We didn't know Baby Bjorn had a new "Air" carrier, the Synergy, until we visited their website. It is made out of the same fabric as this one but is designed like the Active Carrier. So we are returning this one for the Synergy. Your lower back is well-worth the extra money! One less trip to the chiropractor or massage therapist will make up the difference!