Why do experts recommend babywearing?

Babies have a deep, natural need for closeness. A newborn feels most content when snuggled up against their mother’s body — where they can hear the familiar sounds from before birth, the rhythm of her heartbeat, the flow of her breath, and feel completely safe.

The first few months after birth — often called the “fourth trimester” — are a gentle transition from the calm of the womb into the outside world. Being carried helps ease that journey with love and closeness.

Carried babies...
  • cry less and have lower levels of stress hormones, making them calmer, happier, and more peacefully developed.
  • gain weight more steadily, with better coordination and motor skills, stronger muscle tone, and a more refined sense of balance.
  • are less prone to tummy troubles — the gentle movement and upright position help ease reflux and colic.
  • grow into independence with more confidence, because the constant closeness builds trust: they know someone’s always there when they need support.
  • sleep better — drifting off more easily and napping for longer stretches.
  • learn more, quietly observing the world from the safety of the carrier — the perfect state for healthy nervous system development.
  • get more kisses on the tops of their little heads than non-carried babies. That’s a fact!

Which carrier will suit you best?

Every parent is different. Every baby is different. And every moment together is unique.
That’s why the right carrier depends on you - your lifestyle, your personality, and where your baby is in their journey.

In the Liliputi Love® range, you’ll find carriers that grow with you - from the newborn days to the preschool years.

And we’re here to help you find the one that feels just right. For both of you.

Meet Our Baby Carriers

Stretchy Wrap

The Liliputi Love® Stretchy Wrap is our top recommendation for newborns. It gently supports your baby through the early weeks — often called the “fourth trimester” — nestled safely against your body, just where they need to be. Wrapped in soft fabric and your loving closeness, babies can rest peacefully for hours, while you go about your day with freedom and ease. Your touch, your scent, your heartbeat — all of it helps your little one grow, thrive, and form a secure, loving bond with you. The wrap adjusts perfectly to any body shape, and it’s easy to share between caregivers too.
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Ring Sling

The Liliputi Love® Ring Sling is the quickest and easiest carrier to pop on when you need it. It’s a wonderfully adaptable option from newborn all the way through the babywearing years — easy to adjust with just a few simple moves to fit both of you perfectly. It can even be used for premature babies.* It offers safe, ergonomic positioning at every stage of development, whether you’re carrying your baby on your front or hip. It also makes breastfeeding on the go more convenient. And it’s a lifesaver for those up-and-down days with little ones who’ve already found their feet — but still love a good hip ride.
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Woven Wrap

The Liliputi Love® Woven Wrap is a wonderfully versatile carrier, suitable from the tiniest preemie to the very end of the babywearing journey. It’s an ideal companion at every stage, thanks to its diamond weave structure, which — when tied correctly — provides perfect anatomical support and a healthy, ergonomic position for your baby. We’re here to help you learn the different tying methods — you’ve got this! You can carry your child on your front, hip or back — even when they’re big enough for preschool, but still just want to snuggle close.
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Half Buckle Carrier

Combining the ease of a buckle carrier with the softness and comfort of a woven wrap, this carrier brings together the best of both worlds. It’s both practical and cozy - making every babywearing moment a joyful experience. Suitable from newborn up to around 15 kg, it allows for front, hip, and back carrying. Thanks to the buckle waistbelt and wrap-style shoulder straps, it’s quick and easy to put on and take off. And the adjustable webbing straps let you fine-tune the fit even after tying.
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Buckle Carrier

The Liliputi Love® Buckle Carrier is wonderfully comfortable - from the early days all the way to toddlerhood. It’s a carrier you’ll truly get the most out of. Easy to learn and quick to adjust, it fits both growing babies and the adults who carry them. The multiple adjustment points allow for a snug, supportive fit - while always keeping your little one in a healthy, ergonomic position. Babies can fully relax while being carried, and often drift off to sleep in no time.** Try it for naptime at home or while out and about.
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Buckle Mini

What child wouldn’t love to copy their parents and carry their favourite doll or teddy just like Mum or Dad? That’s exactly why we created the Liliputi Love® Mini Buckle Carrier. It gives little ones free hands for big adventures, keeps beloved plush friends from being dragged along the ground, and gently encourages a bonding-based way of playing and learning. It also makes a lovely gift when a new baby sibling arrives — helping big brothers and sisters share in the joy of babywearing, right alongside you.
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Babywearing Accessories

Pocket Belt

A mama never really has enough free hands — and there’s always so much to carry. Drinks, snacks, wipes, tissues, toys, spare clothes, phone, pacifier, keys, nappies, hats, sunscreen… and you could probably keep going! And it’s not just about having it all with you — you need to find it, too. On the move. One-handed. Eyes closed. Sound familiar? That’s exactly why we designed our waist bag with thoughtfully placed, multi-purpose pockets on both sides — so everything you need is right there, within easy reach.
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Babywearing Shoe Covers

Once a toddler starts walking, the world becomes one big adventure. Rainy days mean puddles — because they splash, splatter, and giggle. Mud is slippery, squishy, and so much fun. Every child needs to explore it. But what about the grown-up, standing by with a carrier or stroller, wondering how to get home without a meltdown — or a muddy disaster? Say goodbye to the stress, the mess, and the “no, not now!” Just slip on the Liliputi Love® Shoe Cover after the fun is done — right over those muddy little shoes — and you’re good to go.
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4in1 Babywearing & Maternity Coat

Don’t miss out on those snuggly winter walks! The Liliputi Love® 4in1 Mama & Babywearing Coat is a true favourite — stylish, practical, and oh-so warm. You can wear it during pregnancy, for front or back carrying, or simply as a regular everyday coat. With the Mama Coat, there’s no need to bundle up your baby in layers — your body heat keeps them cosy and warm under the coat. And when you step into a warm indoor space? They can stay peacefully asleep on you, undisturbed.
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Find the Right Carrier for You

*For use with premature babies, please consult a healthcare professional and a certified babywearing consultant before using the product.
**When your baby falls asleep in the carrier, their body relaxes — always check to make sure their airways are clear and that they’re positioned comfortably and safely.

You can trust Liliputi Love® products - they’re made from baby- and eco-friendly materials, using local, artisan production techniques.
We’re committed to creating high-quality, lovable products that support healthy babywearing and attachment parenting, while contributing to a happier, more sustainable future for our children.

Our Stretchy Wraps and Buckle Carriers are made with OEKO-TEX® or GOTS certified organic cotton in every part that touches your baby’s skin - or in the case of wraps, the entire fabric.

Our Ring Sling, Woven Wrap and Half-Buckle Carrier are sewn from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton in a soft diamond weave, offering gentle, point-by-point support that hugs your baby’s body and encourages a healthy, ergonomic position every time you carry.

To keep your Liliputi Love® carrier in great shape for years to come, follow the care instructions carefully, and avoid storing it in extreme conditions - like a hot car or damp space.

How To Babywear
Front, back, or hip carry?

Front carrying is usually comfortable up to around 7–9 kg. After that, it may start to feel tiring, as your lower back muscles need to work harder to balance the forward-pulling weight.

Carrying on your hip lets you support a heavier baby, but over longer periods this position can also become uncomfortable — it limits your range of movement, and may put extra strain on your spine.

That’s when it’s a great time to switch to back carrying.

With a woven wrap and the ruck carry technique, you can even carry a newborn safely on your back.

For half-buckle and buckle carriers, you can start back carrying once your baby has good head and upper body control.

Around 3–6 months of age (depending on the baby), little ones begin to focus on distant objects and show more interest in the world around them. Some babies clearly signal this shift — leaning forward, turning their heads, or pushing away from your chest to get a better view.

Since a key principle of healthy babywearing is that your baby should always face towards you — with their chest resting against your body — this is the perfect time to change carrying positions.

Carrying on your hip or back offers them more space to observe, while still keeping that precious closeness. From there, they can begin to experience motion in a forward-facing direction, which gently supports both their sensory and motor development.

Facing out? Better not.

There are a few important reasons why.

First and foremost: it’s not good for their spine or hip development. Facing out puts your baby in an unnatural position that arches their back and pushes their pelvis forward — which can be harmful.

And just as important: babies learn about the world through their caregivers.

Your heartbeat, your facial expressions, your breath — these are their anchor points.

Facing outward, they lose that grounding connection, and can easily become overstimulated — without the ability to turn away or snuggle back in for comfort.

Kenguru?

Forward-facing babywearing has been proven - many times over - to pose both anatomical and psychological risks.
Still, many manufacturers of “crotch dangler” carriers continue to ignore these facts.

It may seem like a common practice simply because you see it often - but unfortunately, public awareness takes time to grow.

And there’s another key difference between conventional carriers and ergonomic babywearing tools:
Carriers with a rigid front panel cannot follow and support the baby’s natural body shape.
With a narrow base, the baby’s entire weight is placed on the crotch area - which is not only uncomfortable, but potentially harmful.

What does healthy positioning look like?


A good carrier supports your baby’s body according to their stage of development - including their upper body, head (if needed), and legs from knee to knee.

This is something you can achieve with a stretchy wrap, woven wrap, ring sling, half-buckle or buckle carrier - all of which can help your baby settle into an ergonomic, natural position.

Every family, every baby, and every situation is different - that’s why there’s no single “perfect” carrier.
It’s worth taking a little time to think about which one best suits you.

The younger your baby is, the more important physiological positioning becomes. Newborns can be perfectly supported in wraps and slings when carried in the following way:


The baby’s thighs should be in a gentle spread, with knees at or just above belly-button height.
Lower legs should be parallel, and the thighs and feet aligned - this places the joints in a neutral, relaxed position.
The wrap fabric, tightened evenly section by section, not only holds your baby in place but gently massages their body as you move.
The raised legs support digestion and help relieve tummy troubles.
And your movement stimulates their sensory system - gently and naturally.

Carriers with waistbands
(Like half-buckle and full buckle carriers)

In these carriers, your baby’s legs should extend horizontally from the waistband, in a relaxed M-position. They should be supported from knee to knee, with a gentle spread. Both types of carriers allow you to adjust the seat width as your baby grows - and it’s important to do this regularly. A simple check: if you can fit a finger between the edge of the panel and your baby’s knee, it’s time to tighten or widen the seat.

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