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This article is from the Outdoor Activities for Young Children FAQ, by Gloria Logan glogan@atk.com with numerous contributions by others.

68 BACKPACKS FOR CARRYING KIDS: Tough Traveler Keith

When Keith was between four and six months, we started using the Tough
Traveler Keith was a small baby but enjoyed being in the backpack. It
took a few times for Keith to get used to the backpack. We also used
the snugli when he was younger but found it hard on our backs as he got
bigger. I recommend getting a backpack that is on a backpack frame,
ie hip belt, large shoulder straps, sturdy frame. We have been very
happy with Tough Traveler. We do lots of hiking (top of Half Dome 3
times). Keith is now almost 3 yrs. We will be going to Switzerland and
I know I will be using the backpack a lot there. If you are going to
do any amount of hiking get the Tough Traveler or something similar.
Your back will thank you. Keith loves being in the backpack.

Since he walks a fair distance now, we alternate with Keith walking,
then Keith in the backpack. Keith will also nap while in the backpack.
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We recently bought a Gerry baby backpack. Although I'm happy with it,
my wife cannot use it. Even with careful adjustment (additional
pointers welcome) we cannot get the hip pads to take a majority of the
weight. Are there any success stories out there that involve proper
adjustment or a different brand of babypack?
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