We bought the Manduca baby carrier even before the birth of our son, I have used from the 1st week of life with newborns use as a baby carrier (it is suitable for babies from 3kg), and my little one was wearing in the Manduca from the beginning Loving it! Even in difficult (letter) phases, which he had often during the first few weeks, wearing and the resulting intense physical contact were almost always the ideal sedative for him! In the first few months he has often slept in the daytime wearing, what I found totally practical, since I incidentally could do anything (housework, shopping, etc.). Finally, we have the Manduca baby carrier significantly more often used in the first 6 months as our stroller since our son has it felt a lot more comfortable 1st and 2nd Manduca just in the city (public transport etc.) is often much more convenient! Mitlerweile our son is 10 months old and we use the Manduca still quite common, as mitlerweile backpack. The weight of our son of 12kg is not a problem because the adjustment and cushioning of the straps and the weight distribution (more weight on the hips than at the shoulders with optimal settings) back very relieved! The Manduca baby carrier is top handles, even after 10 months of continuous use and repeated washing in the washing machine, it has hardly any signs of use! Conclusion: The Manduca baby carrier was the best acquisition ever for our baby! The only drawback: a (short) while our son for the newborn using a bit too big (or rather too thick ...) was but the legs were not long enough for use without use. We have resorted to us so that we have the bridge between his legs tied with a cloth slightly, it was narrow, and the (temporary) problem was solved!