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How We Wear: Toddler Back Carry (and a giveaway)

Toddler Wearing? We weren't sure about it either.  But, after mastering the back carry……I'm a huge toddler wearing fan! I'm sharing tips, tricks, and a giveaway for your own carrier (your choice of toddler or baby).
Toddler wearing? These tips will show you how to back carry your toddler.....and will totally change your LIFE!

Let's talk toddler wearing.  I was an avid babywearer when Lydia was an infant.  At some point around the time she started walking, I let it go.  She was fairly mobile, and Lydia is also very small for her age…..so I didn't really have an issue carrying her on my hip when we were out and about.  

This summer? We've been traveling a ton.  Lots of museums, day trips…..and not always places we wanted to bring a stroller.  After an ENTIRE day of carrying Lydia around a museum, I spotted a mom wearing her toddler on her BACK…..and decided it was time to give toddler wearing a shot.

Toddler wearing? These tips will show you how to back carry your toddler.....and will totally change your LIFE!Tips for Toddler Wearing (back carry):

Practice piggyback riding first: Initially, I tried to get Lydia to climb into our toddler carrier on my front and then rotate to my back.  This? Pretty much chaos.  In fact, she informed me it was “dangerous”.  When that didn't work, I turned to Youtube.  Yes, seriously.  After watching MANY videos on toddler wearing……I formulated a plan.  I taught Lydia to climb on my back (piggyback style).  Once she was comfortable, she climbed on while I already had my carrier around my waist.  She lies on my back, and I just strap her right in.  She LOVES it! (THIS VIDEO WAS SUPER HELPFUL)

Low pressure: It took a couple weeks for Lydia to feel comfortable climbing on my back and being strapped in.  Try it at home, with no pressure.  If we'd been in public, it would have been a NIGHTMARE!

Use a toddler carrier: Toddler carriers are built for larger children and to support more weight.  Our LILLEbaby Carryon can hold up to 60 pounds, and provides great support.  I love that it is structured, it makes me feel like Lydia is secure and safe.  And, it's 100% cotton…..so soft on her skin.  

LILLEbaby makes amazing carriers for infants and toddlers……and I'm teaming up with them plus three of my favorite mamas today.  We're showing you multiple ways to baby wear AND giving one reader a LILLEbaby carrier of their choice!

Toddler wearing? These tips will show you how to back carry your toddler.....and will totally change your LIFE!Toddler wearing? These tips will show you how to back carry your toddler.....and will totally change your LIFE!how we wearHow We Wear:

// Lauren Mcbride: Infant Front Carry / Rachel Pitzel: Toddler Front Carry / Still Being Molly: Tandem Wearing //

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Toddler wearing? These tips will show you how to back carry your toddler.....and will totally change your LIFE!So mamas, do you or did you babywear? Did you try again into toddlerhood?

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  1. Jill says

    August 21, 2016 at 9:32 pm

    Baby wearing is the best! I love the Complete All Seasons in Breton Stripes!

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  2. Jessica Burrelli says

    August 21, 2016 at 11:00 pm

    I love the all seasons in black! Such a versatile piece!

    Reply
  3. Sheree says

    August 22, 2016 at 2:35 am

    Thank you for featuring me sweet ladies! I love this carrying pack except my mini is 31lb and she is not even 2!!! I have pretty much given up and accept the fact that my kids will be strolled around. p.s. I see that you are on the FashionMama squad, what an amazing array of women, would love to be a part of it too.

    ~ xo Sheree
    Posh Classy Mom
    Instagram

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  4. Danielle says

    August 22, 2016 at 4:17 am

    I’d select the All Seasons in Breton Stripes.

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  5. Shea says

    August 22, 2016 at 7:29 am

    I’ve never tried wearing my toddler, but I can see how appealing it would be in certain situations (like, anywhere with huge crowds!). However, I know I’ll do more babywearing when my daughter is born in October–if I could win one I’d win one to carry her around!

    Reply
  6. chelsea jacobs says

    August 22, 2016 at 8:16 am

    I had no idea you could keep carrying them for that long-this makes me so happy!

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  7. rosie says

    August 22, 2016 at 8:41 am

    I give all of you props . . . gotta say probably best workout ever

    Life is just Rosie

    Reply
  8. ruth says

    August 22, 2016 at 9:03 am

    Love toddler wearing! It helps so much for hiking and going to crowded places!

    http://www.mylittlenest.org

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  9. Sarah Hayes says

    August 22, 2016 at 10:10 am

    Id have to think it over a bit to be able to narrow it down to one carrier but I would really love to have one of the toddler carriers. my LO has outgrown her first carrier and we need a new one so I can wear her again. Embossed Teal is a lovely toddler carrier

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  10. Katy says

    August 22, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    I’m so so glad you wrote about this! My daughter, Madeline, is basically the same age as Lydia. We are experiencing the same issues- she can ride in the stroller or walk, but neither are ideal solutions. We give her piggyback rides already- which we all love, but my arms get sooo tired! The CARRYON TODDLER CARRIER – FOUR SEASONS – SILVER CLOUD looks like an ideal carrier for us!

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    • carly says

      August 22, 2016 at 9:43 pm

      It was seriously LIFE changing!

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  11. Amy Hall says

    August 22, 2016 at 7:08 pm

    I would choose the CarryOn in frosted rose.

    Reply
  12. Jennifer Odom says

    August 22, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    I’d probably have to draw a winning carrier if I won! I love Breton Stripes, Unicorns, and the Embossed in all the colors!

    Reply
  13. Katrina Harvester says

    August 22, 2016 at 8:05 pm

    I have been trying to get an airflow Carry on

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  14. Andrea says

    August 22, 2016 at 8:05 pm

    I would love a carry on. I would like to keep wearing as long as my daughter will let me!

    Reply
  15. Rachel Gibson says

    August 22, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    If I won, I’d love to have anot embossed. Although I’d have a hard time choosing between the brilliance, pewter, and teal. I’d probably eventually choose teal.

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  16. Jennie Hebert says

    August 22, 2016 at 9:03 pm

    I’d love to win an airflow! I love the mist or the purple mist airflow. I also love many of the all seasons carruera but its just so hot in South Louisiana!

    Reply
  17. Marni says

    August 22, 2016 at 9:06 pm

    I’d definitely choose an embossed carrier!

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  18. Ivonne says

    August 22, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    Hi, I have three beautiful girls and would love the Complete Embossed Coral.
    I love to be close to my babies.

    Reply
  19. Kim gonzales says

    August 22, 2016 at 11:54 pm

    Definitely toki doki rebel carryon

    Reply
  20. Laura says

    August 23, 2016 at 1:26 am

    I would love the COMPLETE ALL SEASONS – FROSTED ROSE carrier!

    Reply
  21. Carrie Simmons says

    August 23, 2016 at 5:20 am

    I’ve been using my Lillebaby Airflow since 2014 and love it. I’m having my second child in October and I’m dying to get my hands on the Teal Embossed or the Complete All Seasons in Breton Stripes. My airflow is the older version with no pocket or two way straps (if that tells you how much I’m due for an upgrade)!? I hope I have a chance to finally try the new version!!??

    Reply
  22. Sarah says

    August 23, 2016 at 5:23 am

    Love this! My 1 year old loves her lillebaby but I would love a toddler one for when she is bigger. 🙂

    Reply
  23. Stephanie Patterson says

    August 23, 2016 at 6:04 am

    Thanks for the tips! I’m just starting my baby wearing journey with my second child, a 4 month old little boy. My daughter is 3 and refuses to be worn. I’d love the infant carrier, it’s been on my wishlist for awhile!

    Reply
  24. Rachel Morgan says

    August 23, 2016 at 7:16 am

    I love the CarryOn Teal Embossed! It is such a beautiful carrier.

    Reply
  25. Amber Hanson says

    August 23, 2016 at 8:56 am

    Thank you for the amazing post and tips. I love lillebaby and especially the embossed line.

    Reply
  26. Melissa Swenson says

    August 23, 2016 at 2:56 pm

    I love baby wearing! I still occasionally wear my 2 year old, but I’m pregnant so it’s harder right now. The teal carrier is absolutely gorgeous!!!

    Reply
  27. Noah Knak says

    August 23, 2016 at 5:09 pm

    I would love to try the carryon!

    Reply
  28. Laura Grace Andry says

    August 24, 2016 at 6:40 am

    Baby wearing is the best! The absolute best! I love it and have done it with all three of my children. Unfortunately once my children turn 2 they have usually outgrown the weight capacity of the baby carrier. I would love to try a toddler carrier with my daughter. She still asks to be carried, but our current baby carrier just cannot hold her. If I won (which would be ah-mazing) I would choose the CarryOn. The CarryOn All Seasons – Silver Cloud & the Embossed- Teal are both pretty awesome looking.

    Reply
  29. saintro says

    August 24, 2016 at 6:49 am

    love the carryon toddler carrier – 4 seasons – in the birds of feather print. So fashionable and useful!

    Reply
  30. Marian says

    August 24, 2016 at 6:58 am

    I’d love a Completely All seasons in elephant party.

    Reply
  31. Becka Roy says

    August 24, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    I would pick a carryon.I wear my toddler twins almost daily

    Reply
  32. Tesse @ Task Mum says

    August 29, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    This is such a great idea! I’ve been thinking of trying this with my 2 year old since I saw my friend doing it. I miss carrying her around and I think she would have so much fun! I would love to try one of the toddler carriers! Thanks for the post!

    Reply
  33. Amanda Jordan says

    August 30, 2016 at 6:37 am

    I love toddler wearing! It’s very helpful for busy outdoor events and activities. I’d choose an airflow carrier for sure.

    Reply
  34. Holly Boland says

    August 30, 2016 at 11:58 am

    I love Babywearing. My daughter is about to out grow her current carrier so we would love to move up to a toddler size. I’d pick the CarryOn AIR Toddler Carrier in Grey/Silver.

    Reply
  35. Anel says

    August 31, 2016 at 5:51 pm

    I love tge cOMPLETE All Seasons – Birds of a Feather carrier! Thank you!

    Reply
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