Best carrier for a 13 month old toddler?

[MGBoutique]

Due to family circumstances (no cash) I haven't been able to wear my latest baby in a sling. (I let someone borrow my slings before I had ds and she doesn't remember me ever doing that. ) Anyhow, I'd really like to get or make a sling/carrier for my son. Can anyone tell me what would be best for a walking 13 month old for back carries, etc....? I am a size 3x person too, so that complicates me being able to buy ready-made slings.

Thanks for your time and suggestions.

[rmzbm]

I'd get a Kozy - comfiest on the back, imo, and will grow with your toddler!

www.kozycarrier.com

[soccermama]

I have something similiar to the kozy, it's a mei tai that is more Asian inspired, and it does work out great for front and back carrying. I also used it up until DS was around 16/17 months. At that point, he was getting too heavy to carry.

[cotopaxi]

I think mei tais or SSCs (soft structured carriers) are good for back carries! The MT will be more adjustable for various sizes, just make sure you get long enough straps - ideally 80" or more for shoulder straps IMO so you can do all the various tying options.

[PiePie]

the ergo works well for us (back carry).

[MGBoutique]

Thanks for the replies. I'll start shopping for a mei tai of some stripe or another.

[tinyblackdot]

Mt!