Many moms (and dads, too) love to carry their babies around because there's nothing as cuddly as a warm baby. So if you're thinking of giving a parent who has a little baby, a baby carrier makes a perfect gift. In addition to calming babies, a baby carrier is helpful because it gives you a free hand to do whatever else you need. You can push a cart, read, or even wash dishes. Here are some baby carriers to choose from:

Mei Tai Baby Carrier

One of the great things about the Mei Tai baby carrier is its amazing flexibility. It can be a back carrier or a front pouch. You also don't have to worry whether it would properly fit the child of the one receiving the gift - it can carry babies of various stages and ages from infants to toddlers. This baby carrier can hold up to 35 lbs.

There are also multiple fabrics and styles to choose from and it's machine washable. It also comes with a handy booklet about the proper use of this baby carrier. The only problem with the Met Tai baby carrier is that learning curve can be long or high for some.

Scootababy Baby Carrier

Another recommended compact baby carrier is from Scootababy. This baby carrier is easy to use, offering comfort and convenience both to the parent and to the baby or toddler. The receiver of the gift may like this carrier because of its superior structure. It's adjustable and comes with a shaped comfortable seat for the baby. It also has a waist strap that prevents the baby slipping out of the bottom of the carrier.

The Scootababy baby carrier, which holds up to 40 lbs, can be folded up small for travel. You can choose from 5 patterns. The fleece shoulder portion also provides comfort. There's no flexibility in carries, though. This baby carrier is designed for hip carry only. At approximately $120, the Scootababy baby carrier is pretty expensive.

HipHugger Baby Carrier

The simple, sling-type HipHugger baby carrier is one of the most stylish carriers available. This fashionable carrier gives an extra hand to a parent because it has additional support for the weight of the baby in a snuggly and comfortable hip carry. It's also easy to use and can be adjusted.

This baby carrier is machine washable and isn't bulky to wear. HipHugger also provides fun fabric choices and streamlined looks. However, this carrier is not advisable for babies who still can't sit up unassisted. It costs around $75. But if you want to buy special edition fabrics, prepare $95.