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Tula Baby Carrier | Product Review

By Amanda February 11, 2015

Tula Baby Carrier | Toddler Tula | Product Review for Sweetbottoms Baby Boutique

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby

I was introduced into the world of babywearing about a year after the birth of my first son. I had a moby wrap with my 1st but rarely used it due to its rather difficult instructions (especially for a beginner). It’s a good thing I didn’t wear him much because looking back at photos – I know now I wore him all wrong! When it came time for baby #2 I knew I wanted to wear him not only so that I could be hands free but to allow juggling of two kids to be a bit more seamless.

I chose a ring sling and ergo as my main carriers before my 2nd was born. I was very happy with my choices and my child loved being worn in both of them. Then he grew… and kept getting heavier. And wearing him in the Ergo on my back become and uncomfortable chore. I found myself reaching for the stroller more and more. And the days he needed a nap – I was less inclined to strap him into a carrier with a fear of how long he would nap. The Ergo was a great buckle carrier but I just found it more uncomfortable as my child grew.

The word ‘Tula’ found its way into my vocabulary at first when I was introduced to some amazing and colorful prints. I was tagged in a post for their new print – Aperture (a camera print). I fell in love – but even more so when I learned that they had a toddler size! I have spent the month wearing my kids in the Toddler Tula.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby Additional chest clip

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby Wide belt and pocket

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby Wide belt and pocket

The biggest thing I have noticed has been the comfortable factor for me! The Tula has dual-adjustment straps allowing for a perfect fit. The extra padding in the shoulders and the wide contoured hip belt help disburse the weight of the child to allow for a very comfortable carry. The belt is equipped with a velcro pocket – allowing you to carry a few items and keep even more hands free. I use this pocket when we go to the park so I can just put my keys and phone in the pocket for safe keeping.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby comfortable seat for babies and kids

Notice the wide seat for the kids and their legs and bottom create a comfortable ‘M’ shape. There is extra padding along the edges to allow for a more comfortable wear for the children. I wore my 25 pound toddler in the store for an hour (in a front carry) and not once did I feel the need to take him out and place him in the cart. He was happy. I was happy. The trip was a success.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby Additional Strap Adjuster for Broad shoulders and breasfeeding Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby Additional Strap Adjuster for Broad shoulders and breasfeeding

I should also add, nursing in the carrier is a breeze. The shoulder straps have an adjuster right in the front. I loosened the side I wanted to nurse on, and it allowed for a little extra room to nurse my son. Once finished, I tightened it back up to the comfortable fit. This adjuster is perfect for anyone with more broad shoulders (like my husband). This allows for a seamless transition between carriers, we both find this to be a very comfortable carrier.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby DIfferent Frames Broad Shoulders

The Tula comes with a hood that clips onto the straps. It is a great way to remove some of the elements to help your child fall asleep and keep their head from moving around too much once they are asleep. When I wear my child to try and get him to take a nap, I usually don’t put the hood up until he falls asleep. Though there have been times putting it on has helped his wandering eyes.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby hood

Notice the same babywearer below with two different kids – the versatility on this carrier is so spectacular.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby DIfferent size child

This carrier is designed for front and back carries.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby Front and Back Carry

There are two soft structured Tula Carriers; Standard and Toddler.

The image below highlights the main differences between the two.

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby Difference between standard and toddler tula

It is important to keep these differences in mind when choosing the right size for you and your baby. If you desire to us the Tula with smaller children you can use the infant insert from birth.

Tula Carriers have an excellent resale value. When taken great care of, a Tula will be easily sold or traded for close to the retail value paid. So if you purchase a standard Tula for your small child; selling it to fund the purchase of a new one should be rather simple.

Take a look at the wide variety of vibrant prints of the Standard Tula and Toddler Tula carriers that Sweetbottoms has in stock – and they offer Free Shipping on all orders shipping to the US!

Tula Toddler Sweetbottoms Baby


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