When you are looking for something to carry your infant in while you are doing daily chores it can get confusing with all the different opportunities that are now on the market.

Basically, infant carriers and infant slings are made to carry infants but in different ways. Usually the baby carrier is used for about nine months or until your baby is too heavy to carry. An infant carrier usually has a particular type of seat with should straps and a padded headrest.

Infant slings on the other hand are usually made from a wide piece of fabric and you wear it across your torso. Some are supported by a single strap while others are supported by two straps. Slings are good for breast feeding because you can nestle your baby into the pouch of the sling discretely.

Types of Baby Carriers/Slings
There are a variety of infant slings and carriers that you may consider when you are looking for one. Here are a few of the most popular:

Pouches -- baby pouches come in a variety of colors and they allow the baby to sit inside the pouch with their legs outstretched. They usually allow mom to easily take the baby in and out quickly and the baby sits in a reclining position.

Cuddly Wraps - these allow the baby to be snuggled similarly to how the were held in the womb. It allows you to place your baby in the center of your body, giving her a feeling of comfort.

Mei Tai Baby Carrier -- many moms like this one because it is very versatile and you can change where your baby sits by the way you tie the straps to your body.

Baby Bjorn -- this is ergonomically designed, padded and it has shoulder straps. It is one of the carriers that allow moms and dads to continue tasks without worry. The baby is snuggly inside.

Features of Infant Carriers/Infant Slings
Infant carriers present a way for babies to sit and be steady on the body of the person carrying them. Some come with straps that are adjustable and others are just a fabric that can be tired differently to adjust.

You can usually find a variety of colors with both types and some are more fashionable than others. You can also find them in a variety of fabrics from denim to cottons.

One of the things that we suggest is to go to a baby store look at the various colors and opportunities that you have in your area. If you are pregnant and haven't had your baby yet, you can take a friend who has an infant with you to see how these will feel.

You can also do research on the Internet to give you an idea for the styles and colors you may like to try in the store. Infant slings and Infant carriers provide a great way for moms and dads to bond with their babies while allowing the baby to interact more completely with the world around them.