Baby Awards 2025 / Travel Awards 2025 / 15 September 2025

Best Baby Carrier / Sling Design | Junior Design Awards 2025

The winners of the best baby carrier and sling from this year's Junior Design Awards are revealed...

Junior Magazine Baby Awards 2025 Best Baby Carrier / Sling Design | Junior Design Awards 2025

Winner:GOLD - Best Baby Carrier/Sling Design

Who:BabyBjörn

What:Baby Carrier Harmony in Woven Melange

Why:

This super soft sling really stood out to our judges who loved the melange fabric, the pressure-relieving waist belt, comfy padded shoulder straps and inbuilt back support that makes carrying a baby light work over a prolonged period. Our judges were excited to learn that The International Hip Dysplasia Institute acknowledges all BabyBjorn Baby Carriers as hip-healthy products giving an extra level of reassurance that your baby’s hips are in an optimum position.

Luxe fabric feel, beautiful colour palette and great design, the Harmony makes this super modern. Thoughtful, stylish, and built to support families through years of growth.

Lisa Oxenham, Journalist Creative Director & Editorial Consultant @lisaoxenham

Easy to put on and so comfortable for parent and child. A sling you can rely on for years.

Bonita Turner, Editor, Junior

This is super easy to fasten securely and is the only sling my husband would wear! A great design that is so easy to tuck under your buggy or carry in your hand luggage.

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior

Winner:SILVER - Best Baby Carrier/Sling Design

Who:Momcozy

What:The Momcozy PureHug Baby Carrier

Why:

This chic looking baby carrier really stood out to our judges who loved the sleek minimal design and the clever details that ensure maximum comfort for both parent and baby. The panel was impressed with its ergonomic structure, that ensures healthy hip and spine development for babies while providing excellent lumbar support for the wearer, meaning more time out on adventures. The carrier’s adjustable features which allow for a customized and secure fit as your baby grows, really did give the sensation of a lovely hug. Suitable from 3 months to well into the toddler years, the longevity of this sling also scored well with the JDA panel.

The Momcosy PureHug is for parents who love minimal, sleek design and products that are really built to last.

Bonita Turner, Editor, Junior

This is such a satisfying sling. I love the compact design and the robust yet lightweight feel.

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior

Love the ergonomic support, breathable comfort and multi-position functionality. Every feature is carefully engineered for daily comfort and confidence. Affordable, functional, and beautifully considered for the great bond you share.

Lisa Oxenham, Journalist Creative Director & Editorial Consultant @lisaoxenham

Winner:BRONZE - Best Baby Carrier/Sling Design

Who:Love Radius

What:Love Radius PhysioCarrier 2

Why:

The versatility of this sling really impressed our judges who loved the optional window in the main carrying section that can be unzipped to reveal mesh ventilation that keeps baby and wearer cool when the weather heats up. Perfect for intrepid explorers! The careful consideration of a baby’s natural hip spacing was also a hugely positive feature, offering a width-adjustable seat that makes it suitable for newborns all the way up to toddlers.

The zip open window is brilliant and the newborn mode really puts baby’s health and comfort first. And it’s machine washable too!

Bonita Turner, Editor, Junior

This is a great sling that is ideal for parents who love babywearing in all seasons. Great that it can be used from newborn too.

Eleonore Crompton, Deputy Editor, Junior

Thoughtful features like the zip-open ventilation window and adaptable internal structure, the PhysioCarrier 2 blends innovation with function to meet both baby’s and parent’s evolving needs.

Lisa Oxenham, Journalist Creative Director & Editorial Consultant @lisaoxenham