Lucky Japan's baby carriers: Which is the right one for you and your baby?

Babywearing using baby carriers is definitely becoming more and more popular among mums and dads in Singapore.

This is because babywearing is a convenient and safe way of carrying your baby, without the bulk and hassle of a stroller or pram.

However, when choosing a baby carrier, parents need to consider a host of important features, and ask questions such as:

- Does it promote the correct ergonomics for both you and baby?

- Is it easy to put on?

- Is it easy to put baby in?

- Is it made of material suitable for use in our hot climate?

Well, mums (and dads!), you need not look far for that perfect baby carrier because we're pleased to share this great find with you — Lucky Japan’s baby carriers!

They have 5 different types of carriers that you can choose from, and all of them feature innovative designs, are safe, have superior airflow, are comfortable for both wearer and baby, and support the correct babywearing position!

Click 'Next' to start reading about this great range of products!

1. SUPPORi

The SUPPORi Baby Sling is fast becoming a top favourite of mums with babies and toddlers, and can support a weight of up to 15kg.

It is suitable for use once your baby can sit up on his/her own.

The SUPPORi Baby Sling is very easy to put on, unlike some other slings out there in the market.

All you need to do is follow these 3 simple steps:

1. Wear the sling across your body, making sure the brand tag faces front and the fabric is spread evenly in front and at the back.

2. Carry your baby facing you and slowly slide him/her down to your side (baby should sit on your hip).

3. The fabric must cover your baby’s back, bottom, and thighs. The bottom edge of SUPPORi must be stretched up to baby’s knees.

It's really as simple as that!

The SUPPORi Sling is also perfect for Singapore's hot tropical weather because it's made of breathable mesh material, which helps to keep both mum and baby cool.

What's more, this sling is designed such that it helps to support baby’s weight over your shoulders, and reduces the risk of stiff shoulders and other babywearing-related discomforts.

The SUPPORi Baby Sling is 100% made in Japan and comes in a range of attractive plain colors and print pattern designs.

The sling even looks great on dads, as you can see in the picture, and is also suitable to be worn by pregnant mums.

For more information, check out this link today!

On the next page, read about what a dad has to say about the SUPPORi Baby Sling.

A dad's review of SUPPORi...

"My daughter is very clingy to me, so the sling greatly helps, especially when we go for a long walk.

The material is light and airy which is very important to keep my little one stay cool and calm.

And a bonus is the whole sling fits into my pocket so we never need to lug an extra bag when we need to dash out of the door." - Ankur, dad of two girls aged 4.5 and 18 months.

2. Side Plus All Mesh

Another hot favourite with parents, Side Plus All Mesh is a 3-way-carrying-position baby carrier that can be worn in cradle-hold, face-to-face and piggy back positions.

It is suitable for babies from birth right up to when they are toddlers and can hold a maximum weight of 15kg.

Here’s how the 3 different positions can be used when it comes to carrying your little one:

Cradle-hold: Birth until baby can hold up his/her head

Face-to-face:When baby can hold up his/her head up to when he/she weighs 13kg

Piggy-back:When baby can hold up his/her head up to when he/she weighs 15kg

Side Plus All Mesh carrier is made of special material that is cooling, has superior air-flow and does not retain heat, making it an ideal choice for Singapore’s warm and humid climate.

The fabric is also soft, quite stretchy and has maximum cushioning, making it fit comfortably on the wearer and the baby.

It also comes with extra quick-dry, removable bib covers on both shoulder belts.

When it comes to ergonomics, Side Plus All Mesh carrier’s soft, cushioned shoulder belt and the advanced-design waist belt will decrease the burden on your shoulders dramatically, helping distribute your baby’s weight effectively.

This carrier also has a moderate width so your baby’s legs will not spread too widely.

Side Plus All Mesh carriers also come with some great safety features:

- The safety support prevents baby from falling out of the carrier.

- The removable support board protects baby’s neck and back.

- The sleeping support prevents baby’s head from swinging to the left and right.

Read about a dad's testimonial of the Side Plus All Mesh carrier on the next slide!

A dad's review of Side Plus All Mesh...

"First, I tried the carrier with my 2-month-old on the cradle position. The 'support board' was [a] very well thought-out design to give baby a good back support while lying down.

Baby is also nicely secured & buckled inside the carrier. The material is also very soft.

I absolutely love it too when carrying my toddler in face-to-face position. I find the carrier very easy to put on.

It's also fully breathable, making it ideal for my boy who is very prone to sweating. My son and I are very comfortable in the carrier."

— Geoffrey, father of Ryan (3 years) and Roy (2 months)

3. PITTARi Wrap

Another popular baby carrier from Lucky Japan is the PITTARi wrap, suitable for newborns as well as older babies aged up to 36 months (or up to a weight of 15kg).

The PITTARi wrap comes with a host of unique features:

1. Innovative design

Unlike other baby wraps, PITTARi comes with a waist belt and storage pouch. There is less fabric required because of the waist belt, making it shorter for easier use.

The fabric can also be stored in the attached storage pouch, making it compact to carry and store. It is also stretchable and breathable, ensuring maximum comfort for both you and your little one.

2. Power Mesh material

This special material allows the wrap to be highly stretchable so you can bond with your baby securely.

The material is also thin, light, and breathable — giving it a cooling sensation. All this makes it very comfortable to be used in a hot climate such as Singapore’s.

3. Easy, clean, compact

Compared to other baby wraps, PITTARi outperforms the rest because it is both easy to use and to clean. It is also compact, allowing you to take it with you everywhere.

Don't forget to check out a mum's review of the PITTARi Wrap on the next slide!

A mum's review of PITTARi...

"Aside from the initial uncertainty of the two long cloths, I absolutely love the PITTARi. After mastering the art of putting the carrier on (which is A LOT easier than it looks!), I put my 1-month-old infant in it.

The stretchability of the material allows the baby to slip into the carrier with ease, while securely snugged up onto my chest. The super light & breathable material keeps both of us cool & comfortable.

I didn't have any stiff shoulders as the wrapping gives a very wide and even weight distribution around my shoulders and back.

The waist pocket is not only a genius design to keep the wrap neat when not in use, it also gives extra support on weight distribution."

— Ping, mom of 1-month-old Hong Yu

4. SUKKIRi

SUKKIRi is an all mesh ring sling which is ideal for babies from birth right up to when they are around 36 months old (or weigh 15kg).

Check out the unique features of this ring sling and you’ll find out why it’s becoming an increasingly popular choice among mums:

1. It’s compact and light:

SUKKIRi weighs only 230g and it can be fitted snuggly into the pocket that is attached to the sling. It is convenient to carry and it can easily fit in your diaper bag.

2. It features easy and safe adjustment:

The two aluminium alloy rings can withstand a weight of more than 150kg. It is light and small, yet allows secure and easy adjustment of the sling.

3. It’s comfortable:

The sling spreads evenly over your shoulder and distributes the weight to your deltoid muscle, preventing stiff shoulders.

4. It’s made of soft material with superior airflow:

The all mesh material is very soft and releases body heat effectively.

5. It provides the Ideal orthopaedic carrying position:

SUKKIRi supports the correct positioning of babywearing, i.e. C-Curve (the natural curve of a baby’s spine while in the womb) and M-position (the ideal leg position for baby which centers the femur head right in the middle of the hip socket and thus aids the development of baby's hips.)

5. Waist Carry

Sometimes, older babies who love to explore the world and walk by themselves don’t like to be confined to a traditional carrier.

However, we parents know that when they get tired of walking, they also often demand to be carried… and carrying a 15kg toddler for a long time is not easy!

This is where we introduce Waist Carry, which is a 4-way-carrying-position baby carrier that offers the following positions:

- Front-looking

- Front-looking with firm carrying

- Face-to-face

- Face-to-face with firm carrying

Waist Carry is suitable for babies from the time they can sit up by themselves, up to when they weigh around 15kg.

This carrier also comes with a range of great features:

1. It reduces the burden on your waist.

Waist Carry has a wide waist belt and great design that help reduces the burden at the waist for a more comfortable carrying. The shoulder pads also reduce the burden on your shoulders.

2. It is very safe.

Waist Carry has an angled seating surface to prevent baby from falling down. The main carrying part and the separated carrying part are connected with a double safety structure that has an auto-lock fastener and stopper.

3. It’s great for hot weather.

The separated carrying part is made of breathable mesh structure, ensuring good air circulation to keep both you and baby cool.

4. It's quick and easy to put on.

Toddlers often want to walk by themselves. But after a short period of walking, they often ask their parents to carry them.

Waist Carry gives you the convenience to easily carry your baby with no hassle. Just pick them up and let them sit on it!

5. It's more convenient to use.

Waist Carry allows you to move more freely in a crowded place or in places where it is not convenient to use a stroller. It is also safer to carry your baby using Waist Carry, because he/she is kept close to you.

Written by

Nalika Unantenne

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