ISO backpack carrier that I can use without help

[4Cats]

I am looking for a carrier for my 11 month-old 19 lb DS which I can use for the back carry position--without "set up" assistance from someone else. We love our Kozy carrier, but I am not able to get him in the back carry position without help.

I would mainly use this carrier when I am alone, and want to get things done around the house.

Searching the internet, there seem to be some slightly more "structured" soft carriers (i.e., than the Kozy) that might be easier to use by one's self.

Patapum
Ergo
Sutemi

Any comments on these or recommendations for other carriers?

Thank you very much!
Kristin

[4Cats]

Hi,

Thought I'd post an update to my own post ;).

We ended up buying an Ergo carrier locally and so far it is working out just fine.

I'm still not confident about hoisting DS up into the carrier without help, but it seems with practice it will be a lot easier than with the Kozy. The owner of the store from which we bought the Ergo showed us how, and she made it look so easy.

Kristin

[elephantmeg]

I just got my ergo today and even though it has a learning curve I think the back carry will be doable alone.