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How to put on your New Native Baby Carrier

How to Put Baby in the Carrier Method 1

How to Put Baby in the Carrier Method 2

Facing Forward

Facing Parent

Hip Carry

Cradle Position

Breastfeeding Demo

In addition to this measurement several factors are taken into consideration when determining size, especially for those of you measuring on the border between sizes. Please consider the following:

• Where are you in your pregnancy or how old is your baby? If you are in the last few weeks of your pregnancy or have a newborn you may need to drop an inch or so off of your above the bust chest measurement to compensate for expected weight loss.
• Your height. This affects how long the carrier will be on your torso. Depending on torso length Very tall people can wear more than one size. Very short people may need to go smaller.
• Your pre-pregnancy weight. This affects how you will bring the carrier up on your torso by filling out the carrier width wise. Also, do you carry most of your body weight up top or on the lower part of your body?
• Do you have broad or narrow shoulders? If you have broad shoulders or a big bust or if you are dad with a big chest you might fill the carrier up a little more width wise. People with narrow shoulders may want to lean toward a smaller size.
• Do you have a long or short torso? If you have a short torso you may need a smaller carrier. If you have a long torso you may have more options.
• Fitted t-shirt size. Carrier size generally corresponds to your normal pre-pregnancy fitted t-shirt size in combination with the other factors mentioned above.

For a detailed New Native sizing chart, please click here.

(Answered by New Native)

Q: Is there a weight limit?
A: Our baby carrier has a suggested weight limit of 35 pounds. Toddlers are usually 2 to 4 years old when they weigh 35 pounds and can be carried in a hip straddle position. The carrier works great for babies and toddlers, for older babies, put the seam on the hip and put baby’s legs on either side of your body, then slip the baby’s legs into the carrier, pull carrier up to center of babies back. For toddlers you can hold the child on your hip then slip the carrier on and over both of you, then slip under baby’s bottom to just under the back of the knees and up around her back or have her just slip into the carrier.

Q: Can I use the carrier right away with my new born?
A: Yes, the carrier is designed to be used from infancy up to 35lbs.
Because little babies like to be able to peek out of the carrier you can use our specially designed infant support pillow inside which supports the baby’s spine and allows baby to peek out. For smaller babies the pillow adds extra support and holds them up higher. The pillow also helps babies straighten out more, otherwise they tend to curl up in a natural fetal Position.
You can also try using a towel, small pillow or anything soft that he will not get tangled in to prop him up higher, while also opening up the space to create more room for his legs. The infant support pillow is used generally until the baby can hold his or her head up on her own.

Q: Can I use the carrier with a preemie?
A: Premature babies can be contact-carried right away with a New Native® Baby Carrier. Please check with your doctor for contraindications and proper positioning in response to certain health complications. Many parents choose to purchase our infant support pillow to help with positioning. The infant support pillow supports the baby’s spine and helps the baby to peek out of the carrier more easily.

Q: How many months can I expect to use the infant support pillow?
A:The infant support pillow can be useful until your baby is around 5 months old and able to hold his head up by himself and sit up on his own. The length of use also depends on how your baby carrier fits you. If your carrier is fitting on the high and tight side, the pillow may lift your baby up too high in the carrier. If the carrier hangs lower down on your torso it is more likely that there will be room for both your baby and the pillow inside the carrier. In sizing the carrier, the best range for it to hang with the baby in it is when the bottom of the carrier is no higher than your belly button and no lower than the bend where your leg and hip meet. If your carrier is towards the lower end of this range the pillow can be useful. A folded towel can also be used from your baby’s bottom up to the back of his head. You may wish to try that first before buying the pillow.

Q: Can the carrier be used with twins?
A: Usually people with twins get two carriers, one for each baby. This is very comfortable for the parent when wearing both babies because each baby can be worn on opposite sides distributing the weight in a very balanced fashion. When the babies are new they can be worn together in the same carrier. The babies can be worn in one carrier for approximately four months or until their weight combined approaches the recommended weight limit of 35lbs.

Q: Why is the carrier non adjustable?
A: Our carrier is non adjustable so it will be comfortable for the parent and safe for the baby. Our carrier is more comfortable because there are no buckles or rings to cut into your shoulder and its cooler in the summer time since there isn’t a bunch of extra fabric and padding to get in the way. We believe our carrier is safer and more secure for your baby since there are no buckles to slip and be readjusted. Our affordable prices allow each parent to have the size that works best.

Q: Do people need to get a second carrier for when the baby gets bigger?
A: Most people only need one carrier from infancy up to 35lbs. However, some parents use more than one size for versatility with different carrier positions. The cradle position can be worn with a larger carrier especially with a bigger baby, and a smaller carrier is used to secure an older baby on your hip in an upright position.

Q: How do I breast feed my baby in the New Native® Baby Carrier?
A: Line the babies head and face up to the breast you wish to nurse your baby with. Next, pull your shirt up and pull the carrier down on the side closest to you and support the baby’s head with your hand or elbow. Lift your baby to your breast. Pull the outside fabric of the carrier up if you wish to be discreet. For an older baby that can sit up on his or her own you may not need to support their head with your elbow or hand.

Q: Is there a way or trick to breastfeed on both breasts when using the sling?
A: To nurse your baby on both sides:
When your baby is placed with baby’s head on your left side with the carrier over your left shoulder you can hook your baby up to your left breast in the cradle hold. Support the baby’s head and body with your left hand and arm. To nurse on the right side, lift your baby’s weight with your left hand, grip the carrier with your right hand and slide the carrier around to your right until the baby’s head is in position to nurse on your right breast in the football hold position. Support your baby’s head with your right hand and body with your arm. You can also have the carrier on your right shoulder and do the same thing in the opposite direction. Please call if you need more help with this.

Q: Can my husband and I both wear the same carrier?
A: Because body dimensions vary greatly from person to person, most parents should be fitted for his or her own carrier. Occasionally some couples with a similar above the bust chest measurement can share the same carrier.

Q: Can people with back problems wear your carrier?
A: Many people with back problems have used our carrier successfully because our carrier distributes the weight evenly from shoulder to hip. The carrier strap which spreads across the parent’s shoulder is ten inches wide and covers a broad area across the shoulder. If the carrier is fitted correctly and the baby is hanging in the center of the parent’s body the carrier should feel very comfortable. Our carrier is contraindicated for certain people with neck or shoulder injuries and should not be used.

The information in the chart above is based on my experience and opinion or the experience of others who have provided me with feedback. It has been modified over time with the intent to give you an overall comparison for several types of baby carriers in order to help you decide what carrier might be best for you. I have found that all carriers have both advantages and disadvantages. It is usually best to decide what feature(s) are most important to you and find which carrier will do well in that area. If you have specific questions regarding the slings/carriers that I carry, please feel free to contact us. Also, if you have feedback about one of these slings that you feel would help me to update my chart, I would love to hear from you.

-Heather, Owner Mom 4 Life

5 safety tips to tell if your baby carrier is fit correctly:

1. Mimics the in arms position
   When a baby is in a baby carrier, he should be in the same position as when he's being held in your arms. This is the single most important part to any baby carrier. If it is an upright baby carrier, the baby should be snug against your body, high on your chest, and in the same position your arms hold them in. If it is a side laying carrier, the baby should be between your breasts and your belly button, in the same position, and location as when you hold the baby in your arms. If you put the carrier on and let go of your baby and the baby moves away from you, drop downs, or slumps to the side etc, then your carrier is not on correctly.

2. Close Enough to Kiss
   The baby's head should be close enough to you that you can bend down and easily kiss the top of her head. If you cannot bend far enough to reach the baby, then she is too low. If the baby is too low, there is a higher risk of breathing difficulty, and you may feel that the baby is insecure or may fall out of the carrier. Wearing a baby too low will also cause backaches.

3. Held Tightly
   Make sure your carrier is tight enough you and the baby. When you lean over, or to the side, there should be little to no space between you and your baby. If you feel like you need to hold onto your baby to keep him falling out of the baby carrier, it probably needs to be tightened or you need a smaller size. If a baby carrier is too large, when you lean over, your baby will swing away from you. This will make it harder on your back, and will potentially put your baby in an unsafe position.

4. Eye to eye contact
   Your baby's face needs to be visible. His head should not be covered with any fabric. You should be able to look at your baby's entire face when he is in a carrier.

5. No Back Pain
   A carrier should not hurt your back or neck. If this happens then the carrier is not being worn correctly or the carrier is not designed correctly. There are hundreds of baby carriers on the market that can be worn with a baby that is 25+ pounds. Parents who are feeling pressure points or experiencing neck or backaches need to adjust the carrier until it is comfortable or perhaps try different carrier that will work better.
   
   
    

Nancy Main started New Native® in 1992 with the goal of providing a tool to promote happy, healthy and harmonious parenting relationships. When babies are worn close to their care-giver, they feel more secure. This improves bonding and alleviates conflict. By instilling a sense of belonging and putting parents and children at ease, the New Native Baby Carrier was designed to contribute to the well being of the world community, one family at a time.