The Bottom Line
Parents who want to use a baby carrier but don't want to sacrifice style will love the HipHugger baby carrier. The simple, sling-style carrier lends an extra hand to parents, adding additional support for baby's weight in a comfortable hip carry. Easy to use and adjust, the HipHugger baby carrier moves quickly from a parent's shoulder to compact storage in a diaper bag or purse.
Pros
- Baby carrier is not bulky to wear or stash in diaper bag.
- Comfortable to wear.
- Easily adjustable.
- Machine washable.
- Streamlined, stylish look and fun fabric choices.
Cons
- More expensive than some baby carriers.
- Not to be used before baby can sit up unassisted.
Description
- A sleek, stylish baby carrier for babies up to 35 pounds that can sit unassisted.
- Thin but strong material doesn't add bulk to parent's figure and stores easily in a diaper bag.
- Retails for approximately $75, with special edition fabrics up to $95.
Guide Review - HipHugger Baby Carrier
Parents who use baby carriers usually fall into one of two camps - those who prefer slings and those who prefer the traditional backpack or frontpack baby carriers. The HipHugger baby carrier may be the unifying force between the two. With the comfort and portability of a baby sling and the style and sleekness of a traditional baby carrier, the HipHugger will be a hit with parents who want the extra support of a baby carrier without all of the loops and straps and adjustments that other carriers often bring. The HipHugger is one loop of cloth with a simple sliding pin adjustment that allows parents to customize the size to distribute baby's weight properly on the shoulder and hip. Once the initial size adjustments are made, the pins stay in place and will not slip around, even through machine washing, so the size stays true for each use. The seat is a roomy sewn-in bucket that has a drawstring to help smaller babies sit up and snuggle next to the parent. Available in several fashionable fabrics, the simple style of the HipHugger means parents don't have to sacrifice their own personal style or add bulk to their figure whle wearing this baby carrier. Getting baby in and out of the carrier is easy, thanks to the uncomplicated design. The HipHugger supports babies up to 35 pounds, and who can sit unassisted. While some retail stores carry the HipHugger now, parents may find the best variety by shopping online at http://shop.store.yahoo.com/thehiphuggeronline/index.html.
