In praise of: The Baby Bjorn Synergy

So we registered for and were given a new Baby Bjorn Synergy. It's the newest in a long line of baby carriers from the very creative Swedish company (is there anything the Swedes can't do!).

It allows you to carry the baby in a very airy frontpack--I suppose that's the opposite of a backpack?--with a tremendous level of back support and other ergonomic comfort. In my opinion, this kicks-into-submission the traditional "baby sling". Not all things new and techie are good, but this a great advancement.

It is admittedly a bit complex to put on, however. It's kind of like putting on a racing harness-style seatbelt in a race car... lots of belts & buckles that must be tightened in the correct order for it to work. And the haze of new baby world is a tough time to learn such things. But, once assembled, it works like a champ.

Kara intimidated by the complexity of her Baby Bjorn

The two real tests, though, are comfort of wearer and carried-one. I have limited experience with it so far, but Kara says it's shockingly comfortable and allows her to do a lot of tasks with him right there. Jude has fussed initially every time he gets inserted, but settles down quickly and enjoys the ride for as long as he's in ti.