BobaAir Baby Carrier Review {Giveaway tomorrow!}

As a babywearing family, we don't leave the house without a baby carrier. There are times though when I wished my soft-structured carrier wasn't so bulky as I run out of the house with my hands full. I think the folks at Boba read my mind (and that of many other moms) and created the World's Lightest Baby Carrier! The BobaAir is so compact, it folds into itself and takes up very little space. It's the perfect travel accessory! 

It is perfect for short trips and running errands. Something I would leave in the stroller or in the car for when I need it. It's really easy to use, just like a soft structured baby carrier like the Boba Baby Carrier. It is made of nylon and the buckles are seriously heavy-duty. It includes a sleeping hood if your baby snoozes off in the carrier. A comfy, baby-hugging front and back carry make it a versatile option no matter the task at hand. 

Because of the material, I wouldn't really recommend it for very hot climates, unless you don't mind the baby getting a little sweaty. Here in New England it is perfect since most of the year is cool or cold. Likewise, if you wear it with a tank top, you will have imprints on your skin, it digs in a little - so it is a lot more comfortable with at least a t-shirt. I'm not sure if it is recommended, but I think it would be great in the water like the pool or lake! Personally, I wouldn't wear this carrier for more than half an hour to an hour at a time. So for me it's great for quick food shopping trips, post office, the park, and day trips. Baby T has learned to walk, so now he wants to be in and out of the carrier all the time - the BobaAir is perfect for that. 

I just love how it fits into a neat little pouch the size of a medium makeup bag, Baby E thought it was pretty neat too! It takes just a few seconds to stuff it into the pouch. It is very light too, it's perfect because my City Mini stroller doesn't have a lot of storage space. Now I can reclaim that valuable real estate for other important things since the basket isn't filled with a baby carrier! Another thing I love about it is how low-maintenance it is. It's so easy to wipe it clean or just rinse it by hand. It's going to be a rare occasion that I actually have to throw it in the wash. 

With our regular carrier, I have to wear it on myself if the baby wants out because there is really no place to put it since it's so bulky. With BobaAir I can just roll it into the bag and put it away (or wear it on my wrist), now I'm not going to look funny in photos - wearing an empty baby carrier on myself while Baby T toddles around.                           

The price point for the BobaAir is $65, which is half price from the full-feature soft structured carrier. I think it's reasonable and if you travel a lot, there is simply nothing like it! I am becoming a big fan of compact baby gear - thanks Boba!

Starting tomorrow, we're giving away a BobaAir carrier to one winner during the Travelin With Baby Giveaway Hop (along with other awesome prizes)!

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Disclaimer: I did not receive payment for this review. I was provided a sample of the product for review purposes. The opinions are solely my own and your experience may differ.