The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is designed for simplicity—no wrapping required! Unlike traditional wraps, which are typically a single piece of fabric about 5 yards long that you need to wrap and tie, the Baby K'tan features a patented double-loop design. This unique design consists of two loops connected by a smaller third loop, allowing you to easily slip it on like a shirt.
With the Baby K'tan, you get the comfort and versatility of a wrap without the hassle of wrapping!
The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is recommended for use with babies from 8 to 35lbs (under 8 lbs consult medical professional). Be sure to follow all instructions and safety tips when wearing your baby in the Baby K'tan Baby Carrier.
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is available in sizes XXS, XS, S, M, L, and XL. Sizing is based on your pre-pregnancy fitted dress size (or jacket size for men). To determine the right size, use our sizing calculator .
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Baby K’tan Baby Carriers are tested for quality and safety under FHSA (Federal Hazardous Substances Act) and ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) guidelines. Read and follow all instructions and warnings before use.
The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier is carefully tested and meets the following ASTM and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards and requirements:
Read more about Baby K'tan Baby Carrier Safety on our Safety Q & A Page.
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is meant to be fitted, like a snug article of clothing. Two people can share one carrier if they are around the same size, however if one size will fit your [husband/partner] and a different size would fit you, we would recommend that you each purchase your own size to have a secure fit. The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier comes in unisex/men’s sizing.
Yes! See Breastfeeding Tips for details.
WARNING - Use extra caution and check on your baby often while breastfeeding in the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier, or any baby carrier, to ensure that your 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 matters when it comes to baby’s airways constricting, so do not wait, reposition baby immediately after nursing has ended.
We do not list a Twin Position in the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier. The ASTM Sling Safety Standards have been modified recently to allow up to 2 babies in one carrier. Baby K’tan Baby Carrier has not yet made the decision to introduce a Twin Position at this time. As such, there are no instructions on using the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier for twins in our owner’s manual or website. Should we make the decision to introduce the twin position, we will make it available on all our platforms.
We still recommend wearing one baby at a time, and having a second adult wear the second baby. It is also still an immense help to be able to wear one baby and have your hands free to tend to the other!
Caring for Your Baby K’tan Baby Carrier
Our Baby K’tan Baby Carriers are made from soft, buckle-free fabrics that are machine washable and dryer safe.
Care Instructions:
Important Note:
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is designed to stretch with use and will tighten up after washing. While it may feel snug at first, the fabric’s cross-stretch design ensures it will stretch back out with use.
If your carrier feels too snug after washing, Click here for some helpful stretching tips.
Yes, the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is recognized as a hip-healthy product by the Hip Dysplasia Institute when used as directed. The Baby K'tan offers ergonomic positions that promote healthy infant development. The wide fabric can be needs to be spread open to create an ergonomic and comfortable seat, with baby's legs in an "M" position (fabric reaching the bend in baby's knees, with knees at or above the level of baby's bottom).
Absolutely! Babies enter the world with fragile, easily over-stimulated nervous systems. Infants that are carried in slings, wraps and infant baby carriers experience the stimulating sounds, sights, and smells that their parents experiences, while at the same time being securely swaddled, providing safety and assurance to the infants. Baby carriers offer a gentle way of transitioning your baby from the calm environment of the womb to the busy outside world. Before using any baby carrier, sling or wrap always make sure you consult your pediatrician healthcare provider regarding any health complications your infant may be experiencing. The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier has been endorsed by several medical professionals
Yes, you can. Before using any baby carrier, sling or wrap always make sure you consult your pediatrician healthcare provider. Children with developmental delays and special needs benefit from being carried close to the wearer, especially during the infant stage. The Baby K’tan creates the ideal environment for development and growth. At the same time, it offers infants a tight swaddled, deep pressure input, providing security and assurance to infants with sensory integration dysfunction and other developmental disorders such as Autism and Cerebral Palsy. Studies have also shown that infants with hypotonia (low muscle tone) are adversely affected by baby carriers that place their legs in excessive abduction (legs spread too far apart) before their muscles are fully developed. With the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier, there is a position where babies can still face forward and see the world while having their legs in a more developmentally appropriate posture.
The Baby K'tan carrier was also developed by two couples trying to find the best babywearing solution for their children with special needs. Learn more details about wearing your special needs child.
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is a great option for moms that have given birth via C-section. The carrier doesn’t go anywhere near the incision area so there is no discomfort and requires minimal use of your core muscles for a tiny baby. The weight is distributed evenly on both shoulders so it is extremely comfortable. always make sure to consider safety precautions and consult with your OB-GYN.
Yes! Caregivers living with physical disabilities should have the same opportunities to bond with baby as any other parent. The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier has grown to be a popular option for all caregivers wanting to carry their little ones but not being able to use traditional wraps with yards of fabric or structured baby carriers with bulky buckles. Thus, the ready-to-wear Baby K’tan carrier has become a mainstay for caregivers who themselves live with disabilities. For some, the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier doesn’t just offer a more convenient way to carry a baby, but rather the only way to carry or hold a baby.
Learn more about Adaptive Parenting with the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier here.
Yes! We are very proud to offer our size XL which accommodates women’s dress sizes 22-24 and men's suit size 50. As you may know, women’s size 2X is the equivalent to number (or dress sizes) sizes 18 – 20 and women’s size 3X is the equivalent to number sizes 22-24. If Pear Shaped (larger on bottom) SIZE DOWN.
Baby K'tan Baby Carrier 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 baby carrier.
The Baby K'tan Active Baby Carrier is made of a high-tech performance mesh (100% polyester). This innovative material is quick-dry, wicks away sweat and moisture, blocks over 90% of harmful UVA and UVB rays, and provides a unique temperature control and breathability.
Due to the quick-dry and moisture-wicking features of the fabric, the Baby K'tan ACTIVE Baby Carrier is great for use at a sprinkler pad, in high humidity climates, or other minimally wet activities; however, the Baby K'tan ACTIVE Baby Carrier has not be tested for showering, swimming or other immersive water use and we do not recommend water immersion while wearing any Baby K'tan Baby Carrier.
The Baby K'tan Active Baby Carrier is not waterproof or water-resistant.
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Despite Baby K’tan’s filing for Chapter 11 Sub 5 bankruptcy, it is in the process of reorganizing, and the company will remain fully operational. All existing warranties on previously purchased products will remain fully enforceable and honored, with the company committed to providing return and replacement services as outlined in the original warranty terms. Please review our warranty (linked) and return policies (linked) for further information. Please contact us at info@babyktan.com should you have any questions or concerns.
