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5 reasons to carry in a hip seat
When your baby grows and gets older, he or she will usually move more and show more interest in seeing the world. It can be hard to keep up sometimes as a parent. Especially when the baby wants to go up and down in the baby carrier all the time.
So, the question is: What to do when the baby just wants to go up and down all the time? The quick answer is to use a hip seat.
What is a hip seat carrier?
To carry your baby equals total freedom in parenting. Lots of parents begin to use a baby carrier in an early stage. Babywearing is a great way to be able to continue your life, do the things you love, and at the same time bond with your baby.
The hip seat feature can be found in some baby carriers for older babies, or as a single product. As the name implies, the hip seat is used to carry on the hip. This position is best suited for babies who are more steady and stable and have better control and support of the head and neck. Usually, you can start carrying in this position when the baby is about six months old, and up to three years.
Read more: Carrying in different positions
5 reasons to carry in a hip seat
1. Lightweight and easy to use
With no complicated straps or buckles, hip seat carriers are simple to put on and take off. Perfect for those busy moments when your baby wants to be carried, and then put down again right away.
2. Ergonomic support for you and your baby
To carry a baby (especially when he or she is a bit older) can be HEAVY. A hip seat helps distribute weight evenly across your hips and lower back. This reduces shoulder and back strain, while supporting your baby in the recommended M-position.
Learn more about safe babywearing with the T.I.C.K.S. guidelines.
3. Grows with your baby
Babies grow quickly. However, even though the baby isn’t a newborn anymore, he or she still might want to be carried. With a hip seat, you can use a baby carrier for a longer period of time. The baby carrier Najell Original with a hip seat can be used for babies up to three years old.
4. Barely takes up any space in your bag
When heading out on an adventure, it can be a relief to leave the stroller at home. Even if your little one loves walking and running around, we all know their energy can fade in an instant. A hip seat hardly takes up any space in your bag, making it the perfect backup when tired legs need a quick lift.
5. Builds closeness and bonding
Even as babies grow, closeness matters. A hip seat makes it easy to carry your toddler comfortably, keeping that connection strong.
When to start using a hip seat carrier
Hip seat carriers are not suitable for newborns. They’re best from about 6 months, when your baby has full head and trunk control.
For earlier stages, see our guide to the Best Baby Carrier for Newborns.
Hip carrying with the Najell Original Baby Carrier
With the Najell Original, you get a 2-in-1 solution. The baby carrier offers the possibility to carry in five different positions, including the hip seat position. Use it as a structured carrier from day one, and later convert it into a pure hip seat when your baby grows.