The Baby K'tan® Baby Carrier (patent pending) is a uniquely designed soft cotton carrier.
It can be worn in all the same positions as a wrap, without the hassle of wrapping! The K'tan is made of two loops of cotton which are connected by a third smaller loop called the Back Support Band. This ergonomic and stylish design allows the carrier to be worn in multiple positions, all without any complicated wrapping or buckling. It is a cross between a sling and a structured front baby carrier, offering the positions and benefits of both!
The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is sized according to the wearer and is available in 5 basic t-shirt sizes: XS-XL. See our Sizing Information for more details.
The Baby K'tan offers unparalleled comfort, safety, and convenience and comes in hip neutral colors.
How does the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier differ from other slings and structured carriers?
The Other Slings
Single Sling (ring or fitted):
- Goes over one shoulder only
- Limited wearing positions
- Less security for baby
Wrap:
- Complicated to put on
- Excessive fabric in hot weather
- Drags on ground when putting on
- Difficult to remove
Structured Carrier:
- Complicated buckles, rings or snaps
- Limited positions
- Not dryer safe
The Unique Baby K'tan Baby Carrier:
Double-Sling Design:
- Rests on both shoulders
- Multiple wearing positions holds babies 8lb to 35lb
- Double loop provides extra security for baby
No wrapping involved:
- Easy to put on with no wrapping!
- Less fabric than a wrap
- Comes ready to wear
- Simple to remove
100% soft cotton carrier:
- No buckles, rings or snaps
- Multiple positions
- Machine washable and dryer safe
Why Choose The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier
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Multiple positions to conveniently carry your baby in style
- Easy to use and put on; NO WRAPPING
- No buckles, rings, snaps, clasps, bulky padding, metal or plastic
- Soft, breathable, machine washable and dryer safe
- Unique double-loop design and sliding back support band (patent pending) offers greater support for back and shoulders
- Calms fussy babies ? minimizes frustrations and maximizes success with your infant
- Creates an ideal environment for babies and babies with special needs.
- Fosters Kangaroo Care
- Assists and promotes successful breastfeeding
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Discreetly nurse your baby while on the go
- Unmatched double loop design holds baby more securely than traditional slings while distributing weight on both shoulders
- All contents 100% breathable cotton with cross stretch soft knit fabric
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Durable enough to carry babies and toddlers from 8 pounds to preschool (35 pounds)
- Chiropractor, physical and occupational therapist recommended
- Recommended by lactation specialists
- A percentage of the proceeds from every sale of a Baby K'tan Baby Carrier will be allocated to the American Heart Association, and to help fund education, medical research, advocacy programs, and promotion of awareness and inclusion for individuals and families living with Down syndrome.
The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is made of 100% cotton. The carriers are meant to fit snugly to allow for stretching. Accordingly, if the carrier feels a bit snug the first time you put it on, this does not necessarily mean it is too small. After fully placing your baby in the carrier and spreading open the fabric, your Baby K'tan should fit you more comfortably.
SIZING TIPS
Carrier size generally corresponds to your fitted (tight) t-shirt size.
Each person is shaped differently, and like clothing, some people may fit into more than one size or fall in-between sizes on the sizing chart. The following additional sizing tips should be used as a guide to assist you in ordering the optimal size.
- If you fall in-between sizes on the above sizing chart, CHOOSE SMALLER SIZE.
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If you are petite - 5'2" or under - CHOOSE SMALLER SIZE.
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If you are pregnant, use pre-pregnancy size to determine appropriate carrier size. Carrier size generally corresponds to pre-pregnancy fitted (tight) t-shirt size.
- Only go up in size selection if you are 6 feet or taller.
- When trying on the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier (without your child inside), the lowest point of the carrier should fall just below your chest and above your navel. When wearing your child in the carrier, the lowest point of the carrier may fall at your navel or waist, but should not fall below your hips.
- When carrying your child in the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier: if the lowest point of the carrier falls at or below your hips, choose a smaller size; if the lowest point of the carrier falls at your chest, choose a larger size.
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When carrying your child in the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier, if the carrier feels too loose (i.e., child feels insecure, legs are bumping child?s body as you walk, or carrier easily slips off your shoulder), choose a smaller size.
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The size of the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is not based upon your child's age or weight. The cross-stretch of the cotton knit fabric and the different carrying positions enables the carrier to grow with your child. Accordingly, you should not require a larger size as your child grows and develops from a baby to a toddler (up to 35 lbs).
- The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is made entirely of 100% natural cotton knit fabric. The Carrier should fit snugly and securely on you and your child. For optimal fit, wash and tumble dry - this enables the carrier to conform more snugly to your body. If you are new to baby wearing, you may think the Carrier is too small, however, a snug fit is optimal for securely carrying your child and for good back support. The cotton knit fabric enables the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier to stretch slightly to conform to you and your child.
- It is important to us at Baby K'tan, LLC that you obtain a Baby K'tan Baby Carrier with the optimal fit, so that you and your baby are comfortable and secure. Therefore, if the carrier you purchased does not fit correctly, you may exchange it for the proper size in accordance with our exchange policy.
- If you require any assistance in choosing the proper size, a Baby K'tan customer care professional would be happy to assist you over the phone or by email. Please call us toll free at (866) YES KTAN (866-937-5826) or by email to info@babyktan.com
