| | |  | Baby Accessories | Home » » Baby K'tan Baby Carrier, Black, Small | | | | | | | Product Promotions: | | | | | Description: | | The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is a multi-functional, ready-to-wear wrap that keeps your infant or toddler safe and cozy, while supporting your back. Made of 100 percent cotton and free of harmful chemicals, formaldehydes, and azo dyes, this doctor-recommended baby carrier provides the positions and benefits of a sling, wrap, and carrier all in one. It's incredibly easy to use, and unlike some carriers, the Baby K'tan features no buckles, snaps, rings, or hardware. The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is a great way for on-the-go caregivers to take their children with them knowing that they're comfortable and protected. It comes with a carrying bag and instruction booklet.  Baby Carrier At a Glance: - Combines the benefits of a sling, wrap, and carrier
- Easy to put on and take off
- Six different carrying positions
- Back support band makes for comfortable carrying
- Made of 100 percent natural cotton with no harmful chemicals
- Machine washable and dryer safe
Age/Weight Requirements:From birth to three years, or 8 to 35 pounds  View larger.  A support band distributes your child's weight evenly.
View larger.  The Adventure Position is ideal for babies who have regained full head control. View larger.  Use the Kangaroo Position for newborns to keep them calm and close to your heart. View larger. Double-Loop Design for Easy Positioning and PrivacyInvented by parents for parents and caregivers, the Baby K'tan Carrier has a unique double-loop design that makes carrying your baby more secure, provides privacy for nursing moms, and simplifies the process of putting it on and taking it off. The Baby K'tan is lightweight and compact like a sling, yet goes over both shoulders to evenly distribute a child's weight like a structured carrier. Wearing the Baby K'tan is a simple matter of placing the two loops across your body and then around your baby in different ways, depending on which carrying position you use. Six Positions for Support and DevelopmentThis carrier offers six different positions to accommodate growing children. The Kangaroo position is for preemies and newborns up to four months, and holds the baby close to the wearer's heart, facing in for head support. The Hug position is for babies who have started stretching their legs--it keeps them facing the wearer, but provides a space for each leg to extend. When babies have full head control (around five months old), there are several available positions to try depending on their needs and your comfort level. The Adventure position keeps both legs and arms free while the baby faces forward. Explore position is a forward-facing version of the Kangaroo--the baby is cocooned in the fabric, but has more head control. In both of two different hip positions, you'll spread the fabric wide to create a comfortable and secure seat while giving your child more upper body range of motion. Safe for Growing BabiesNo matter which position you choose, your baby's mouth and nose are always kept visible and clear of fabric. When adjusting the carrier around young babies, you should be able to fit two fingers between your baby's chin and chest for safety. If your baby doesn't yet have complete head control, simply use one of the loops to provide additional head support. Adjustable Back Support for WearerThe Baby K'tan provides plenty of back support. It sits on both shoulders to take stress off the back, and also includes an adjustable back-support band that makes it easy to shift weight distribution. Gentle, 100 Percent Cotton ClothDesigned to be gentle on a baby's sensitive skin, the Baby K'tan is made of soft, 100 percent natural cotton that's free of harmful chemicals, formaldehydes, and azo dyes. It's also machine washable and dryer safe. What's in the BoxCarrier, convertible sash/carrying bag, and instruction manual.
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• Over 6 positions from preemie to preschool (35 lbs.)
• 100% natural cotton double Sling design provides extra security for baby and privacy while nursing, with quick adjustability for maximum comfort
• No wrapping, no hardware, rests comfortably on both shoulders, and an adjustable back support band makes this carrier easy to use; Instructional manual included
• Recommended by doctors, and comes in hip gender-neutral colors
• Machine washable and dryer safe
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 9.0 inches | | Product Width:
| 4.0 inches | | Product Height:
| 12.0 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 11.0 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.2 inches | | Package Height:
| 3.9 inches | | Package Weight:
| 1.5 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 103 reviews |
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65 of 68 found the following review helpful:
 Very versatile and comfortable baby carrierOct 15, 2008
By A. House
This is my third sling, and I really like it. My other two are both pouch slings: a Hotsling and an adjustable Mayawrap pouch sling. You can't beat a pouch slings for pure simplicity of use. However, I think the Baby Ktan baby carrier is quickly becoming my favorite. It is essentially two pouch slings tied together, plus a sash to use as extra support for some of the positions. Here are the pros and cons:
Pros: Very versatile -- wear your baby like you would in a regular pouch sling, or wear her facing forward or backward like you would in a Baby Bjorn. There are also hip carry and back carry positions -- 8 positions in all. Very comfortable -- the stretch cotton is wonderfully soft and in nearly all the positions, you can have the carrier go over both shoulders. This was a big selling point for me because I find that my back aches after about an hour or so in a regular pouch sling. In the Baby Ktan, with both shoulders carrying the load, it's much easier. Packable -- much less bulk than a Baby Bjorn or other structured/padded carrier; about the size of two pouch slings. Large weight range -- I can also put my 30 lb. toddler in the hip carry position with this thing. Machine wash, tumble dry.
Cons: A little bit of a learning curve and not quite as quick and easy to use as a pouch sling. Takes up about twice as much room as a pouch sling in the diaper bag.
One buying tip: Pay close attention to the sizing recommendations, and if you are at all in between sizes, get the smaller one. The material is quite stretchy. I bought a small to begin with, but returned it for an extra small, which fits me better. I'm 5'4" and average weight.
38 of 38 found the following review helpful:
Best thing I bought for baby. Versitle, multi-position sling with masculine styiling for daddiesJan 08, 2010
By matt
My second kid is coming and I can't wait to sling her too!
After dog-earing Baby Bargains and googling, googling, googling (i'm the research junky in my marriage), I decided to buy the Baby K'tan sling. I joke that I have womb envy (I was so excited to sling-it, i bought the k'tan 6 months before my first child was born!).
So, I only have the Ktan sling but I've used a Bjorn and a NoJo dr. sears one with my nephews and nieces. The thing that sold me on the Baby K'tan was the "8 positions" thing. So I could pouch her while she's young, and then front carry her bjorn style once she can support her own head in a few months. She hopefully won't "outgrow" this one like other slings I saw.
I know that a lot of mommies mention that their husband's love the Ergo/Bjorn style and their manlier looks (compared to a sling) but I think that the dual shoulders baby k'tan look wicked cool. It looks STRONG, not exposed like those Bjorn/Ergo style. Anyway, for me the Ergo/Bjorn style carriers wouldn't satisfy my womb envy so of the slings I saw, this was the one for me. You can pouch baby when their young and then switch to front carry later, and then hip-carry when they get over one year. I've done all those.
So, I love this sling yes, but every sling is a walking compromise (like sailboats, except they float and don't walk). This sling takes some lessons to explain to somebody (like Grandparents, Aunties etc). Now, the bjorn is not the most intuitive thing either, so it's no big deal to me. I just want you to know that you'll have put it on a few practice tries before you sling your kid or hand this off to the unsuspecting.
It's washable and dryable just like anything else cotton. And as you use it it stretches out like cotton does. If it seems too loose, it'll be time to wash it again and it tightens up again.
At first it took me two or three times to position her correctly, but in no time I'm an expert. I drop the outer hoop off my shoulder, form a pouch with the inner hoop and put her butt inside like she is going to sit down like a grown up. Then her head goes up high in the pouch (up on my shoulder). Then she'll slide right into place with gravity. I bring the outer hoop back up on my shoulder, adjust for comfort and then stick my pinky in her mouth till she falls asleep.
I bought on amazon, and i bought the small. I'm 5' 10" 145lbs. My wife is 5' 6" (weight withheld by request) so we can swap easily between us with a small.
23 of 23 found the following review helpful:
 Almost perfect!Jan 31, 2011
By Bigslacker666
I Just received the carrier and simply love it! I wish I had it from day one as it is very helpful in carrying baby at home. My son is 5 weeks old and Baby K'tan works great.
Some pros:
- very easy to use (I saw demos online while waiting for delivery and got the hug, cradle and kangaroo positions right away), I can use it much faster than buckle carriers,
- the sizing is correct, right now I'm 5'6'' and around 145 lb, but my pre pregnancy size is between 6 and 8 (130-135 lb), and size Small is perfect. Although after washing and drying it shrunk and it was to small for me, it stretched out. next time I will air dry, because baby cried and it was squished. The sizing seems correct but I keep thinking if will fit when the baby will grow, but K'tan website ensures that will be ok, especially with different positions,
- the material is very soft and keeps my 1 month old snuggle to me. Cradle position seems to cramp the baby but he doesn't mind, so far because of no neck control yet we both love the hug position. He is very curious and loves to see the world, and at the same time when falls asleep can be hold tight,
- carrier feels very comfortable and truly hands free; it feels the most natural from all the carriers I've tried,
- the sash is also a storage tote at the same time so it is easy to carry the whole thing in a diaper bag, matching hat is cute but doesn't fit my 5 weeks old yet even after washing and drying (size 0-3 months; but he will grow to it eventually),
- I can do a lot stuff at home with my son next to me, he sleeps better and longer.
The cons:
- the description says it can be used on preemies but baby k'tan website and instruction booklet says to use from 8-42 lb (the box says 8-35 lb, so I don't know which one is right). Although I can see that would work with smaller babies for sure, especially kangaroo and cradle positions,
-I can not properly position the baby for breastfeeding,
- it really can hurt shoulders area so proper adjustment is a key.
I've tried:
-Infantino Wrap and Tie, and it is mediocre;
-Beco Gemini way to big for newborn and seems a bit bulky for me (have to wait for my son to grow into it, plus fabric is soft but thick so it will work better during cold weather-but it is comfortable and good carrier!),
-Munchkin sling and definitely it is not for small babies, it's not stretchy and didn't feel right and safe,
-and some old Snuggli my friend passed it to me, it worked for newborn and I used it till now, but it was killing my back due to the bad ergonomics of the buckle system).
I highly recommend Baby K'tan and might get light color for the summer or mesh one (depends how hat it will be in black one). I'm keeping the Beco Gemini too (only because the seller doesn't accept the returns even on new unused items; now it will be my husband's carrier).
UPDATE: my son at 11 months old, I lost some weight (128 lb now) and carrier still fits great, I don't use gemini one at all, K'tan rocks. I can take the baby in and out very fast. My son loves facing forward position to enjoy the views. Still both hands are free and I can walk my two dogs on the leashes, go to the store for some groceries and never get any back pain. Now when my son is over 20 lb it is also great work out. Highly recommended and never want to try other carriers with regulated belts ans hard to use snaps (like Gemini is pain to adjust for different positions, is akward and does not fit right, plus hard to unsnap).
16 of 16 found the following review helpful:
Best carrier out there!!Jan 02, 2008
By Happy Customer
This is the best carrier that I've tried! I used to have a sling (too hard on the shoulders), a wrap ( great, but putting it on is annoyig, especially when a crying baby is waiting, this carrier has the same benefits without the hassle), and the baby biorn (kills the shoulders over a short period, and not the same closeness with your baby). Its sooo easy and fast to put on, very comfortable, has optional tie for extra support (for heavier babies/toddlers). Great for nursing, and keeping your hands free- no one can even tell, especially if you have a nursing shirt on too! So versatile, i use it for my newborn, and my toddler- lots of differet positions... I wouldnt be able to function without it- whe running errrands use this instead of carts or carseats, baby wil be happier for much lomger, which makes it easier for you!!
15 of 15 found the following review helpful:
Good carrier, versatileJul 09, 2010
By RealGeeky
I found this product in a shop in the town where I live but they only carried black. Unwilling to wrap my newborn in such a dour colour I searched Amazon for a brown one. I like the colour and the appearance of the KTan. It is a very sturdy product. I like that it is hands-free (and very firmly so)--as you have two straps (one over each shoulder, and each one cocooning the baby) there is little feeling of having to hold the baby with one hand. I have managed to get quite a bit done with the sling on. I also traveled by plane within the baby's first month and it was a breeze. As it has no metal whatnots I did not need to take it off when going through security (and have to wake the baby up in the process). That was a blessing! And also, I could nurse her completely discretely and no one was the wiser.
It is much larger and bulkier than I had originally thought, though. It seemed to be smaller than other carriers and so would fit easier into a diaper bag. But such is not the case. It actually has a lot of material and occupies quite a bit of room. I also find the material slightly on the warm side. My baby was born in May and so to carry her around during the summer was an exercise in dehydration. I also feel that you have to be very adept and precise when tucking the baby in, as sometimes the head can be too far down and then the face gets more covered by material than is safe or wise. So be aware of how you insert the baby so there is no fear of suffocation.
In a summary, I like the product. It is easy to use, comfortable, well priced. I just have some of those minor reservations mentioned above.
Editing year later: I actually think this is one of the best products out there. My child is over a year old now and I still use this actively. It is so versatile! I can take my huge dog for a walk and just pop the kid in the carrier and not worry about anything. Highly recommend this, especially once the baby is 3 months and above.
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