Being relatively new to Singapore, not many parents may be familiar with the Baby K'tan brand. It has been around for a long time though, and has picked up numerous awards along the way, and many mentions in the media.
More recently, Baby K'tan was recognised again for it's innovative, user-friendly design. Editors from BabyGearLab, led by paediatrician Dr. Juliet Spurrier, put fifteen popular carriers to the test over the course of five months. Each carrier was tested assessed according to a stringent set of criteria including baby's comfort, baby's safety, ease-of-use, parent's comfort, and ease of cleaning. The carriers were given a thorough testing and put through real world situations.
The Baby K'tan was named Top Pick for Use with an Infant.
“As simple as they come when it comes to wrap-style carriers, the K’tan is quick and comfortable to use. It offers that close, secure hold which most newborns and small infants really prefer.”
"Bottom Line: The Baby K'tan landed on top when it came to "wrap" style carriers for newborns and babies under 1 year old. The K'tan comes with the claim "A wrap without all the wrapping" and we found this to be pleasantly true. After struggling with fabric a mile long and complicated how-to videos with the Moby and Boba wraps, the simplicity of the K'tan brought a welcome sigh of relief. As much as we loved it with newborns and younger babies, we didn't like this carrier for use with toddlers because it didn't provide the necessary support."
Source: BabyGearLab Baby K'tan Review (http://www.babygearlab.com/Baby-Carrier-Reviews/Baby-Ktan)
Care.com also listed Baby K'tan as one of their 5 Best Baby Sling Options.
"The Baby K'tan is possibly the best baby wrap without the wrapping. The Baby K'tan takes two loops of fabric that are attached at the back. Instead of getting lost in a sea of fabric, parents can put the loops over their body like a shirt and position their baby safely inside. For more advanced positions, the K'tan comes with a waist sash for added support. In terms of fabric, you have a few options with the K'tan...For example, our newest addition, the Baby K'tan Active Carrier, is our first carrier made with moisture wicking, high-tech performance fabric that also offers UV protection for baby."
Source: Care.com 5 of the Best Baby Sling Options (https://www.care.com/a/5-of-the-best-baby-sling-options-20150713011106)
And as if all that wasn't enough, Baby K'tan was also among the top 3 carriers as voted by readers in the 2015 Readers' Favourite Award.
Source: Baby & Children's Product News: Reader's Favourite Award 2015 ( http://www.babyandchildrensproductnews.com/readers-favorite-products/1073-readers-favorites-award-winners-2015.html#.Vf2KOXb2P5o)
So if you are hesitating, wondering whether the Baby K'tan is a good investment. Yes it is!
