This carrier is AMAZING. Seriously. It functions almost exactly like the moby wrap but without all the wrapping. It is essentially two loops of fabric and a sash. It is the perfect carrier for travel. When Asher wasn’t in it, I wore it around my neck like a scarf and that way it was already on me and ready to go. It took me about 60 seconds tops get him in it and he loved it. It is comfortable and light weight and since it isn’t a ton of fabric it is very compact. It has about 9 different carrying positions, including front facing out, which was a big deal for me. The only down side to this carrier is that it is a sized carrier, meaning that you have to get it in your specific size. This meant that Raf and I couldn’t share it because he is so much bigger than I am, however we solved this problem by agreeing he would carry the diaper bag and I would carry the baby for the duration of the trip. I highly recommend this carrier, in fact it is still my go to carrier just because it’s so small and easy to put on. Asher’s favorite position was the hug hold, but he also really liked being able to face out. I rarely ever used the extra sash that came with it because I didn’t feel it needed it to be secure, but I probably would use it if I were hiking or doing something fairly active.
If you’re planning a trip or just want a baby carrier that is super easy and functional then this is your carrier. Get it here or here (I love amazon).
Here are a few videos by Baby K’Tan to help you get a better idea of how it works:
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*I have not been asked to review or promote this product, but I just loved it so much that I had to share.
I use the sash to cover my baby’s legs (since they’re sticking out) if she’s not wearing pants (which she generally is not). keeps them warm and I don’t have to worry about putting another layer of clothes on her. I love this carrier also.
Good idea on the use of the sash to keep your baby’s legs warm!
having a diaper bag option is the reason we got the Munchkin Jellybean. Prefer the Ergo for extended baby carriering and travel though
I agree, for extended us a structured carrier like the Ergo, Beco Gemini, or Boba is definitely more comfortable for your back, but for ease or use, size and quick-on off ability the K’Tan seriously can’t be beat. Mainly because it has so many different positions, the Munchkin Jellybean looks like a nice sling, the K’Tan can be worn as a sling as well. The fact that you can wear it as a scarf even when the baby isn’t in it makes it ideal for international travel, because you can always have it handy and don’t need to look through bags or over head bins for it when it’s needed. We decided to leave the stroller behind on our trip to Israel and this carrier made traipsing around a mountain city with a 2 month old a total breeze.
I wish we had gotten the K’tan instead of the Moby. I gave up on using that thing after about two attempts. It takes far too long to put it on, especially with a screaming child laying there turning purple waiting for me to get pick her up and console her. Plus I’m really short and rather small, so the excess fabric just hung to the floor waiting to get stepped on. We opted to use the Boba carrier instead and it’s been a total lifesaver. A little on the pricey side, but I would have spent ten times that amount if I meant calming Layla down. What is the maximum weight you can go with the K’tan?
The maximum weight is 35 pounds. I’m glad you like the Boba, I haven’t tried it but I’ve heard good things. We love our structured carrier also, but the k’tan just can’t be beat for size and ease of use, not to mention the price is reasonable.