This is also where the sunshade is kept and, as the shade doesn’t stow away particularly neatly, it would often get in the way of other items. We also really wanted a carrier with storage space so that we could go on longer walks and take extra layers and a picnic lunch. A sturdy travel companion, the Littlelife Freedom S4 carrier is designed for babies aged six months to three years.

We have owned our Thule Chariot Cross 2 for several years, and have grown to love it more over that period. It doesn’t feel as robust and isn’t as comfortable, while some of its components and materials feel a little cheap.This high-spec carrier offers plenty of features, including ample storage for supplies, foot stirrups, viewing mirror and the patented x-buckle harness system, making it a great child carrier for walking. For example, a trip to a castle as a family became a much nicer experience as our toddler could relax when their legs got tired, whilst the number of bags we normally would carry didn't increase due to the helpful storage compartment. The LittleLife Cross Country S4 boasts a more playful aesthetic than many other backpack carriers, particularly when it comes to its bright orange accents and washable drool pad that features different animals for your small passenger to look at.

The Littlelife Freedom S4 Child Carrier is thoughtfully constructed with high-quality materials and features a sturdy and supportive frame. Buckling my daughter in was easy and she felt safe in the seat at all times during our walks, which was very reassuring. We can accept goods back for exchange or refund or Credit, The goods need to be of re-saleable quality and all labels and relevant paperwork are present. Littlelife is a brand that has earned a reputation over 25 years for top quality baby and toddler back carrier equipment.New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging . A backpack carrier can be a very useful travel accessory for family holidays abroad, but you’ll need to take the Cross Country S4 through the airport and leave it at the plane door if you want to take it with you on your travels as it’s too large for an overhead locker. Not only that but it provides comfort for yourself with a pivoting hip belt and air-flow back system.

and we sometimes quickly make adjustments mid-walk to switch child, just to give you an idea of how straightforward it is. The handle behind the shoulder straps a good handhold for hoisting the carrier (with the little one in) up and onto my back. It’s one of the brand’s more premium offerings, suited to longer walks than cheaper LittleLife carriers, like LittleLife Ranger S2, but with slightly less favourable specs than the pricier Freedom S4 and Voyager S5. Obviously one should never leave a child unattended in a carrier, but I do find the Deuter metal bar more stable if we are stopped with the child on the ground. I think a baby a little older than my bundle of joy would feel happier riding around in adventurous style and I look forward to him growing into it.

However, as we strive to build little bits of adventure into our lives, we are always on the look out for kit that enables us to be active and outdoors as much as possible. Storage is a real strength, though there’s only one large compartment, so I’d often have to fish around a little for what I needed. I have wished we had it a few times, but in general we try to avoid very wet days for walking with toddlers in the carrier.