Can the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier be used for children with special needs?
Yes, it can. It is well known that children with developmental delays and special needs benefit
from being carried close to the wearer. The Baby K’tan creates the ideal environment for develop-
ment and growth. At the same time, it offers infants a tight swaddled, deep pressure input,
providing security and assurance to infants with sensory integration dysfunction and other devel-
opmental disorders such as Autism and Cerebral Palsy. Studies have also shown that infants with
hypotonia (low muscle tone) are adversely affected by baby carriers that place their legs in exces-
sive abduction (legs spread too far apart). With the Baby K’tan Baby Carrier, there is a position
where babies can still face forward and see the world while having their legs in a more develop-
mentally appropriate posture. The Baby K'tan Baby Carrier was developed by two couples trying
to find the best babywearing solution for their children with special needs.
How do I wash and dry my Baby K’tan Baby Carrier?
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is both machine washable and dryer safe. Please follow these simple
washing instructions: Machine wash cold, wash with like colors only. Use only non-chlorine
bleach when needed. Tumble dry low. Make sure to wash separately before first use.
Will my Baby K’tan Baby Carrier shrink after washing?
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is made of 100% cotton knit (and the Baby K’tan Breeze Carrier is 50%
cotton, 50% mesh). Accordingly, the carrier may shrink slightly after washing. However, you will
also find that the cross stretch of the cotton fabric enables our carrier to stretch with use. If your
carrier feels a bit snug after washing, you can simply stretch it a bit to “wear it in.”
Did we answer all of your questions?
If not, please call us at 866.937.5826 and we would be happy to help!
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