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Baby carriers

01 In Brief

Baby carriers are great for keeping your baby close to you while your hands are free to do other things. They come in all shapes and sizes, whatever is right for you make sure that your baby is safe. 

02 What Do I Need To Know?

TYPES OF BABY CARRIERS

Soft baby carriers

Hip Carriers

Front strap on carriers

Slings: see safety alert from ACC below.

BACK PACK CARRIER

Once you baby has full head control and can sit up unsupported, its time to switch to the back pack carrier.

03 What Others Say

  • Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

Safety Alert: Baby Slings

  • Consumer Reports.org: Baby carrier buying guide

Getting started

Types

Features

Using a baby carrier safely

 

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Last updated: 29/11/2013