It's a nice carrier. Def more mainstream than a sling. I've owned a Theodore Bean, a Bjorn, several slings and a Hug a Bug. And honestly the HAB is hands down the most comfortable, followed by the Theodore Bean and a distant 3rd is the Bjorn. The straps on the TB make it more comfortable for your back then the Bjorn and I like the syling better too. If you do not want a wrap carrier than I would recommed it, but again IMO a wrap carrier like a HAB or a Moby will be more comfortable in the long run
