A soft structured carrier for comfortable and easy babywearing!
Back Pack carriers place your baby in the most comfortable position for you to wear; on your back where you were designed to carry weight. Padded waist bands and shoulder straps distribute your baby’s weight to your hips and back so you can carry even the heaviest toddlers without straining your back. Back packs can be used from 6 months of age on up to 45 lbs in most cases.
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Back Packs are quick to get your baby in and out of, you just need to buckle the carrier and you are ready to go! They are perfect for travelling, short hikes, day trips to amusement parks or museums and for people who like to get around with their baby on foot. Back packs are a favorite of parents who need to travel in locations where carts or strollers are not practical. Back packs are quite adjustable, with buckles and webbing letting you adjust the waist and shoulder straps to fit most sizes. Most back packs function as front packs as well, with some even allowing a hip carry. This means they can be a versatile carrier. Most back packs come with a head rest to hold your baby’s head in place when he falls asleep. Some also have storage pockets as a convenient feature. Back packs can also come with internal harnesses for you to place your baby into before you lift the carrier up onto your back, which can be a helpful feature if you are new to back carrying.
Recommended Positions:
*Front Facing In
*Back
*Hip
*Front Facing Out
Ideal For:
-2 shouldered support
-Dads
-Outdoor activities
-Travelling
-Errands
-Use by more than one person
-First carrier
-Quick on and off
Comfortable, versatile and snuggly to keep your baby close!
Wraps let you keep your baby snuggled in closely to you at every age and stage. These long rectangles of fabric are tied around your body, holding your baby in place in countless different holds. Stretchy, woven and gauze wraps can be chosen depending on your preferences; you can choose the right one to keep you comfortable while you are carrying your baby from birth onwards.
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All wraps are essentially the same design, but the fabric choice will affect the properties of the wrap. Stretch wraps are ideal for newborns, keeping them snuggled close to your chest with soft, stretchy fabric. As your baby grows, the fabric will become too stretchy to continue to be practical. Woven wraps can take over from this point. Specially woven with babywearing in mind, woven wraps can be used from birth until your child does not want to be carried any more. Gauze wraps, made from lightweight materials, are perfect for hot climates or summer babywearing at any age. Wraps can be one size fits all or they can be sized to the length you need for different holds. Any sized adult can wear a wrap, although they may not be able to tie every possible hold with it. While the long fabric can seem intimidating at first, wraps come with excellent instructions to help you learn to use them. Once you have perfected your favorite hold, you will find your wrap quick and easy to get your baby in and out of.
Recommended Positions:
*Front Facing In
*Back
*Hip
*Front Facing Out
Ideal For
-2 shouldered support
-Dads
-First carrier
-Breastfeeding
-Many available positions
-Infant to toddler
-Quick on and off
-One size fits most
-Twins
Keep your baby close to your heart!
Front Packs are one of the most popular carriers available, for good reason! Simple buckles make them easy to learn how to use and fast to get your baby in and out of. Padded shoulder straps and waist bands keep you comfortable by evenly distributing your baby’s weight. Front packs can be used from the time your baby has good head and neck control until he reaches about 35lbs.
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Front Packs are an ideal first carrier since they have such a small learning curve. A wide variety of styles to choose from means that you can select the features that you prefer. Most front packs also function as back packs, so you can continue to use the same carrier as your baby grows. Some front packs can even do a hip carry too! Front packs have structured shoulder and waist straps that distribute your baby’s weight to your hips and back, keeping you comfortable for long periods of time. Added features such as sleep hoods and storage pockets make the carriers as functional as possible for new parents. You will be able to nurse your baby in most front packs, once your baby has good head and neck control. The weight and age recommendations for front packs vary from one brand to the next, but most can be used from about 15lbs to 45lbs. They are adjustable and can fit most adults well. Some front packs let you place your baby in the carrier before lifting him up onto your body.
Recommended Positions:
*Front Facing In
*Back
*Hip
*Front Facing Out
Ideal For
-2 shouldered support
-Dads
-First carrier
-Breastfeeding
-Outdoor activities
-Many available positions
-Infant to toddler
-Quick on and off
-One size fits most
The quickest and easiest carrier around!
Pouches are so fast to get on and off, which makes them perfect for busy parents on the go. A simple tube of fabric is sized to fit you exactly, so you just need to place the pouch over one shoulder and settle your baby in. The deeper pouch portion forms the seat for your baby, so he will be positioned well every time. Pouches can be used from the time your baby has head and neck control until he reaches 35lbs.
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A pouch is a great addition to any diaper bag, since they are lightweight and take up very little space. This way, you always have a carrier with you for those times when your baby needs to be close to you. Pouches need to be sized to fit you correctly, so most manufacturers offer an adjustable pouch that lets you tailor your fit perfectly. Adjustable pouches can be shared if parents are of a somewhat similar size. Pouches are great for carrying your baby on your hip, but can be used in other positions as well. As your baby grows, less of his body will need to be in the pouch so you will be able to use the same size pouch from birth until you stop babywearing. The fabrics used for pouches have just a bit of stretch to them so you and your baby will feel comfortable and supported by the carrier. Some brands have a bit pf padding to provide extra comfort behind baby’s head or at the back of their knees.
Recommended Positions:
*Front Facing In
*Back
*Hip
*Front Facing Out
Ideal For:
-Quick on and off
-Newborn to Toddler
-Caesarean birth
-Twins
Essential baby gear for every family!
A ring sling is the must have carrier for every parent. No other carrier is as easy to nurse in on the go as a ring sling. It is so quick to just pop your sling over your shoulder, hold your baby in place and tighten the sling around him by pulling on the tail. 3 steps and you are hands free and ready to go! Ring slings are great to use from birth on up to the toddler phase, until your baby is about 35lbs.
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Ring slings are a deceptively simple baby carrier: a piece of fabric, sometimes a bit of padding, with 2 specially made rings to hold everything together. The rings allow for easy adjustability so you can move your baby from one position to the next without needing to take them in and out of the sling. Some brands are sized while others are one size fits most, so it is possible to share your ring sling with your partner or your caregiver if they are similarly sized to you. A wide variety of available fabrics including cotton, linen and silk are available so you can have a ring sling for any occasion. Shoulder style varies somewhat from one brand to the next. All shoulder styles are designed to help distribute weight comfortably, so you can choose the style that appeals to you most. Some brands include features such as pockets on the tail that stick or zip closed so you can bring your keys or a diaper with you if you wish.
Recommended Positions:
*Front Facing In
*Back
*Hip
*Front Facing Out
Ideal For:
-Breastfeeding
-Use by more than one person
-First carrier
-Quick on and off
-Newborn to Toddler
-Caesarean birth
-Twins
Do you spend your day with a baby on your hip?
If you are like most parents, you spend much of your time with your baby perched on one hip. A hip carrier lets you carry your baby in his favorite position while you go about your day. A waist belt distributes your baby’s weight evenly across your hips, while one shoulder strap keeps you going without restricting your other arm. Hip carriers can be used from the time your baby can sit unsupported well into toddlerhood.
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Hip Carriers are a perfect choice for the parent who wishes to continue to carry their baby in the front as he gets older. Babies who have not been worn very much before are often happiest in a hip carrier since they can be close to you without feeling constricted. The padded construction of the waist belt and body provides support for you and your baby. The single shoulder strap comfortably stays capped in place, so you have freedom of movement of both arms. Hip carriers can be used in front facing and back carrying positions as well, offering some flexibility. Your baby is ready for a hip carrier when he can sit unsupported, from about 6 months on. You can continue to use it until your baby reaches 35lbs. Buckles are easily adjustable making hip carriers fit comfortably on most sized adults. Hip carriers are easy to learn to use and are perfect for quick carries.
Recommended Positions:
Front Facing In
*Back
*Hip
*Front Facing Out
Ideal For:
-Use by more than one person
-First carrier
-Quick on and off
-Errands
The right carrier for outdoor enthusiasts!
If you love to hit the trails or to camp with your family, a frame back pack is a must. We recommend using them from the time your baby can sit up well on his own into the toddler years. Upper weight limits vary from brand to brand. With padded waist belts and shoulders plus highly adjustable straps, you and your child can enjoy hiking together for years to come with your frame back pack.
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Frame back packs are a 2 shouldered carrier designed and constructed for backpacking with your child. The lightweight frames maximise the amount of weight you can comfortably carry and allow for extra gear to be added to your pack. They can be especially comfortable for physical activity in hotter climates because the baby is not carried directly on the parent’s body, which helps to keep everyone cool. Your baby has a great vantage point above the parent’s shoulders, so he can see the scenery as well. Frame back packs are a favorite for men because they place the baby on the upper half of the torso where they have the most strength. Your baby is placed in the pack while it is on the ground and lifted up onto your back. You can remove the pack and set your baby down on the ground without having to take them out of the carrier, which is especially helpful when they are sleeping. Optional features can include sun visors, water packs, storage compartments and foot rests, depending on the model and brand.
Recommended Positions:
Front Facing In Back Hip Front Facing Out
Ideal For:
-2 shouldered support
-Dads
-Outdoor activities
-Heavy toddlers
A versatile carrier that everyone can use!
If you are looking for an easy to use, supportive carrier that can be used with most ages of baby and by most sized adults, a mei tai might be your best choice! We recommend using one from the time your baby can support his head and neck until he reaches 35lbs. With a fabric body and straps that you use to secure your baby snugly to your body, a mei tai is a flexible carrier that works well in most situations.
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Mei Tais are a 2 shouldered carrier that provide you with support and comfort until your baby is well into the toddler years. Weight is evenly distributed across your back, shoulders and hips so you can carry your baby comfortably as much as you would like to. While we recommend something with more adjustable support for the newborn period, mei tais can be used during the newborn stage as well. The strap length ensures that a mei tai will fit almost all adults, usually from men’s and women’s clothing size small to extra large. This lets you share the carrier with your partner and your caregiver. Mei Tais are reversible, given you the option of showing either the patterned or the solid side. Mei tais are very easy to learn to use, with a simple design allowing maximum comfort for little effort. Made of easy to care for fabrics, mei tais are practical as well as pretty!
Looking for even more information about mei tais? Check out this knowledge center article for more details.
Recommended Positions:
*Front Facing In
*Back
*Hip
*Front Facing Out
Ideal For:
-2 shouldered support
-Dads
-First carrier
-Breastfeeding
-Outdoor activities
-Many available positions
-Infant to toddler
-Quick on and off
-One size fits most