Child carrying device with a weight distribution system

A carrying device for carrying a child on a shoulder of a person, the carrying device comprising:

• a back-support frame for supporting a back of the child and extending vertically at a side to a lower end of the carrying device,
• a support bar comprising a free end and with an opposite end connected to the back-support frame such that it forms a support arc protruding from the back-support frame and which supports the child from below,
• a shoulder harness system comprising a shoulder strap connected to and covering at least a section of the support bar,
• wherein the carrying device comprises a weight distribution system comprising a counterweight device having connection means configured for cooperating with complementary connection means provided at or adjacent the free end of the support bar so as to provide a counterweight to the carrying device during use.