If you've found the perfect baby carrier for your outdoor adventures, have you thought about baby carrier covers that can help to keep your baby protected from the weather?
It's advised not to dress baby in too much thick clothing when they're in a baby carrier, as they can get warm really quickly. This is where a baby carrier cover can be helpful. Not only are they designed to keep your child snug and warm during cold weather, most come with a water repellent shell, to protect them from the wind and rain.
Best baby carrier covers at a glance:
• Best overall baby carrier covers: Bebear Winter Cover - buy here on Amazon.
• Best wind repellent baby carrier covers: Winter Cover for Baby - buy here on Baby Bjorn.
• Best versatile baby carrier covers: 3 in 1 Waterproof Maternity and Baby Wearing Pack-Away Jacket - buy here on Seraphine.
Most covers are compatible with different brands of baby carriers and backpack carriers, but it's always good to check their compatibility before purchasing.
If you're worried about hiding the design of your funky leopard print carrier too, the good think about a baby carrier cover is that they can easily be removed, so you don't have to keep them on all the time.
Best overall baby carrier covers
Description
Suitable to use as a pram cover as well as a baby carrier cover, the Bebear Winter Cover is a
Pros
- Can be used three ways
- Water resistant
- Cosy and snug
Cons
- Some mentioned it would be good if it tightened a little bit around the feet
Best wind repellent baby carrier covers
www.babybjorn.co.uk
Description
The Winter Cover for Baby is an ultra light design with a padded cover that helps to keep your
Pros
- Wind and water repellent
- Reversible
Cons
- No onsite reviews
Best universal baby carrier covers
www.johnlewis.com
Description
Designed to fit all Ergobaby carrier's as well as competitor carriers, the Ergobaby Baby Carrier
Pros
- Fleece lined and cosy
- Water resistant
- Easy to attach
Cons
- Some might prefer a thicker cover
Best patterned baby carrier covers
Description
The All-Weather Waterproof Sling and Baby Carrier Cover is a unique patterned cover that can be
Pros
- Waterproof and cosy
- Universal fit
Cons
- Some mentioned the hood doesn't stay up when it's windy
Best jacket baby carrier covers
www.seraphine.com
Description
Covering mum and baby, the 3 in 1 Waterproof Maternity and Baby Wearing Pack-Away Jacket has a zip
Pros
- Two way zip fastening
- Keeps mum and baby warm
Cons
- No onsite reviews
Best rain proof baby carrier covers
Description
The Ergobaby Rain Cover snaps easily onto any Ergobaby Carrier to help provide shelter to your
Pros
- Light and compact
- Waterproof
Cons
- Some mentioned it can be a bit fiddly to attach
Best caped baby carrier covers
www.cuddleco.co.uk
Description
Doubling up as a stroller liner as well as a carrier cover, the Comfi-Cape 2in1 Carrier Cape and
Pros
- Available in different colours
- Thermal technology
- Carrier cape and stroller liner
Cons
- Some mentioned it's not completely waterproof in strong rain
Best blanket baby carrier covers
www.johnlewis.com
Description
This soft cuddly fleece Cheeky Chompers Midnight Star Baby Travel Blanket is perfect for the
Pros
- Super soft fleece lining
- Sensory tags for babies
- Easy to attach
Cons
- Colour might not be everyone's choice
Do I need a baby carrier cover?
While they aren't compulsory to have, baby carrier covers are great at helping to protect your baby from cold and wet weather. They're also designed to cover your baby's legs and fasten securely to your carrier, rather than trying to wrap a baby blanket around them that keeps falling down.
What kind of covers are there?
Most carrier covers will help to keep your baby dry, and will be designed to be water repellent. They often clip onto the baby carrier too with poppers, or zip up around the carrier and your baby.
Some covers are also fleece lined to help keep your baby cosy and snug. A lot of them also have multipurpose use and can be used as a pram liner, or double up as a jacket for the parent wearing the carrier.
Samantha Ball is a Product & Lifestyle Writer for Mother&Baby and freelanced for the website for two years before joining the team full time. She's a mum of two and loves browsing for the best products and cute outfits.