Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the Baby K’tan to practice kangaroo care?
Yes! Kangaroo care is the important practice of wearing a newborn skin-to-skin. For
babies under 8 lb., consult your pediatrician prior to practicing kangaroo care in a Baby
K’tan. For more information, go to
https://www.babyktan.com/wearing-tips/
Can I nurse my baby in the Baby K’tan?
Yes, the Baby K'tan promotes successful breastfeeding: shielding your baby from outside
distractions while nursing. It can allow for discreet nursing in public; use the wide fabric
to shield your nursing baby from public view. It also allows for hands-free nursing,
enabling you to go about your day.
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For a full list of FAQ’s go to www.babyktan.com/FAQ
WARNING! Suffocation Hazard!
If nursing, check the baby often to ensure he or she has a clear
source of air and the baby’s face is not pressed against your skin.
Reposition the baby upright after breastfeeding.
We offer detailed instructions and tips for breastfeeding baby in the
Baby K’tan carrier on our website.
www.babyktan.com/breastfeeding-in-the-baby-ktan/
Will my Baby K’tan shrink?
We use the highest quality pre-washed and
pre-shrunk cotton knit fabrics in our manufactur-
ing process. Nevertheless, the Baby K’tan cotton
carrier will still shrink a little in the wash and drying
process at home, but you can stretch the carrier
back out again by following the instructions on
our website. To minimize shrinkage when washed,
either let your carrier hang dry entirely, or partial-
ly machine-dry it for 15 – 20 minutes and then let
it hang dry. While hang-drying, you can also
stretch the fabric periodically if desired.
How do I tell if my Baby K’tan is too tight,
too loose or if my position is correct?
The Baby K’tan is meant to fit snugly to
allow for stretch and will likely feel tighter
than expected initially. However, this does
not necessarily mean it is too small. If you
have questions about fit & positioning,
contact the K’tan Care Team and
schedule a 1on1 video fit check. One of
our K’tan Care Specialists will guide you
on fit and correct positioning
. To speak
with a Baby K’tan care specialist, contact
[email protected] or 1.866.937.5826.
Can my partner and I share the same size?
The Baby K’tan should be sized to its owner as if it were any other item of personal
clothing. It is meant to be fitted, like a snug t-shirt. Two people can share the infant
baby carrier if they are the same size. However, if different sizes are needed, each
person should purchase their own size.
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1.
Baby’s shoulders are tucked in
behind loops. Arms can be
tucked in or free from sides
depending on comfort.
2.
Sash is tied securely around
baby (sash is required for
Adventure & Hug positions where
legs are free).
3.
Fabric is spread wide from knee
to knee. Baby is in an “M” position
with knees at or above bottom.
4.
Baby’s head is supported by
fabric (if baby is sleeping or does
not yet have head control).
INCORRECT
BABY POSITIOINING
CORRECT BABY POSITIOINING
BABY’S SHOULDERS NOT TUCKED IN
BABY’S HEAD NOT SUPPORTED
FABRIC IS NOT SPREAD WIDE
SASH IS REQUIRED FOR ADVENTURE
AND HUG POSITIONS
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