Safety Q & A

The Kangaroo and Hug Positions can be used with an infant that does not yet have complete head control. The fabric of the Baby K’tan can be used to support the back of your baby’s head. After placing your baby in the carrier, spread the fabric at your shoulder to create ample head support for your baby. This can vary depending on baby, and you may need to help turn baby's head so that he/she is laying on your chest and facing to the side. Be sure to spread the fabric out as much as needed.

Ensure that the fabric is supporting the back or side of your baby’s head and does not cover baby’s face, nose or mouth.

The weight limit on the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is 8 lbs. to 35 lbs. You can begin using the Baby K'tan right away with a newborn. If your baby is under 8 lbs. consult your healthcare professional. Be sure to use extra care and safety when using a baby carrier with a newborn infant; ensure that baby's face is always visible with an open airway, and chin is not pressed into his/her chest. When worn properly, the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier can be very beneficial for newborns and to practice Kangaroo Care with preemies. Always consult an expert or doctor if your infant is below 8 lbs. or was born with a low birth weight, such as a preemie or if you have twins, or if your infant has a respiratory illness or other respiratory problems, extra vigilance is required.

You should be able to see your baby's face at all times. Make sure that your baby’s face is not pressed into your body or into the fabric of the newborn carrier. Your baby's head and neck should be supported, with baby’s chin off chest. If baby's chin is pressed tightly against his chest, this can restrict baby's airway. When positioned properly, you should be able to fit your finger between baby's chin and chest. Check often to ensure that baby’s airway is not restricted and that baby is breathing regularly. If you hear that your baby is snoring or grunting, reposition baby to a more upright hold.

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- Kangaroo Position:
When placing your baby in the Kangaroo hold, baby’s knees should to be tucked to tummy in a “froggy style” position. A simple baby carrier safety rule is to keep baby’s legs in the shape of the letter “M”, with baby's bottom making the dip in the middle of the letter and baby’s knees making the two peaks.

- Hug, Adventure and Hip Positions:
When placing your baby in a position where legs are free, baby should be in a natural seated position with knees bent and hips spread – straddling the wearer. Spread the fabric of the Baby K’tan between baby’s legs so that it reaches the bend in baby’s knees.

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No. Babies can shift their positioning in the baby carrier, especially during walking or movement. Parents should attend to and check on baby often, especially those less than 4 months of age.

WARNING: Active carrier may slip on slick fabrics. Avoid dressing baby in clothing made of slippery fabrics when wearing baby in the Active carrier. Monitor baby’s position often to ensure the carrier is still snug and secure and baby has not shifted.

Yes, but please keep in mind that every individual is different and some may find it easier than others. Use extra caution and check on your baby often while breastfeeding in the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier to ensure that baby has a clear source of air. Always move the baby’s face away from the breast as soon as the baby is done feeding. Be sure to reposition your baby to a more upright position after breastfeeding. Remember, seconds matter when it comes to baby’s airways constricting, so do not wait, reposition baby immediately after nursing has ended.

Baby K'tan always reccomends purchasing a new and authentic Baby K'tan Baby Carrier to ensure that your carrier is free of defects, and is your correct size. It is always recommended, for any Baby K’tan Baby Carrier, regardless of age of carrier, to check for wear and tear and any defects. Always ensure that the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier you are using is in good condition, and that the size of the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier correlates to your current clothing size at time of use. Please contact info@babyktan.com if you are planning to use a second-hand carrier.

The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is carefully tested and meets the following ASTM and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards and requirements: 

• The requirements of 16 CFR 1228 "Safety Standard for Sling Carriers" 
• The requirements of ASTM F2907-22 "Consumer Safety Specification for Sling Carriers" 
• The requirements of GB/T 35270-2017 "China National Standards for Baby Carriers"
• The flammability requirement of Canada Textile Flammability Regulations, SOR/2011-22, section 4 - Products 
• The flammability requirements of 16 CFR 1500.44(4)(c).  
• European standards BS-EN 13209 PART 2:2005 
• Meets CA Prop 65 limits, no label is required
• Bisphenol A (BPA) content free
• Baby K'tan Baby Carriers abide by to the strictest textile standards: Baby K'tan, LLC uses 100% natural cotton (cotton seal) free of harmful chemicals, formaldehydes and azo dyes in all its cotton carriers. The Baby K'tan Organic Carrier line uses GOTS certified cotton. Baby K'tan Baby Carriers have been tested for the EU AZO Colorants Directive 2002/61/EC which bans the use of Azo dyes in dyestuffs.  
• Baby K'tan, LLC is proud to be a member of The Baby Carrier Industry Alliance, the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association and ASTM International. 

For more information, please contact our K'tanCare Team directly at info@babyktan.com.