My 5 1/2 m/o is just learning to sit up and has outgrown his infant carrier. Before i got this, i would lug out the Baby Bjorn and carry him through the store kicking and screaming. I use this item everywhere now, almost on a daily basis. He loves to put the toys in his mouth (he's teething) and i love that it keeps him germ free. I would reccomend this item to friends or family in a heart beat, and actually just bought this as part of a shower gift for my cousin. It's a must have for moms & babies!