1
Buckle-and-go; they're worn over both shoulders, hands are left free weight also supported on the hips, which relieves the pressure on the shoulders and back; babies can be carried on the back or the front
2
mei tais, podaegis, onbuhimos, and other types inspired by the traditional carriers of Asia that comprise a cloth-panel body secured with tie-on straps
3
These are nonadjustable; the baby is typically worn in various positions based on parental placement and child size; they may be more dangerous for newborns; these have a high "poppability"
4
These are very common; they can be used from newborn through toddler, usually to 35 pounds; how the child is positioned depends on baby's age and developmental stage
5
Long piece of cloth; there are many varieties, some made from material with some stretch and other from woven matieral with a bit of grip
