I hate lugging normal baby carriers around. They're bulky even when folded up, the straps dangle out and get caught on things, and they have a ton of padding that doesn't actually make them more comfortable. But somehow, my babies always want to go in the carrier as soon as we get out of the car.
The Boba Air packs up in a compact little bundle, and pops out when I need it. I clip it to my purse, and it goes everywhere with me. It's comfortable, and fairly easy to adjust. It's not quite as easy to customize the size and position as some of the bulkier carriers out there that have more buckles and buttons, but for one person it works fine.
The Air doesn't come as high up on the baby's head as other carriers, so I find it useful to button up one side of the hood if my baby falls asleep. It provides great coverage for nursing with the hood up.
One downside is that the nylon exterior insulates the baby pretty well, so they tend to get warmer than they might in another carrier.
If you only get one carrier, make it this one. Over the course of my three clingy koala babies, I've used Ergobaby, Infantino, and Lillebaby brand structured carriers, as well as woven wraps, stretch wraps, ring slings, and hip carriers (I know; I have a problem). They each have their pros and cons, and I've kept a few of them to use in specific scenarios. But none of them are as easy to bring everywhere as the Air. Its limitations are few enough that the portability and versatility trump every other carrier out there, in my eyes.
| Product Dimensions | 1.71 x 4.65 x 1.71 inches |
|---|---|
| Item model number | Boba-BC3-019-Grey |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Target gender | Unisex |
| Minimum weight recommendation | 15 Pounds |
| Maximum weight recommendation | 15 Kilograms |
| Material Type | Nylon |
| Material Composition | 100% Nylon |
| Care instructions | Machine Wash |
| Batteries required | No |
| Dishwasher safe | No |
| Orientation | Front |
| Is portable | No |
| Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
| Country/Region of origin | China |
