If earlier all parents used ordinary strollers for walks with their children, today every family has alternatives - many young mothers use sling and kangaroo carriers, which allow the child to be closer to the mother and feel more comfortable than in the stroller. However, the choice of a kangaroo must be taken seriously - not only the comfort of the child, but also your own comfort depends on the right choice. The right kangaroo design will allow you to get rid of the weight of a heavy stroller that you no longer need to carry from floor to floor, as well as allow you not to feel the heavy weight of the baby who will always be with you wherever you go. How to choose the right kangaroo model among the mass of models offered by the stores?
Instructions
Step 1
When choosing, pay attention to the weight of the child - different kangaroos are designed for different weights. Usually kangaroos can support a child's weight up to 10 kg. Some models allow babies to be carried from birth, laying them horizontally instead of vertically - such models must have insurance for the child to prevent him from turning upside down.
Step 2
For a baby of two to three months, the kangaroo should be equipped with side braces that can pull the baby as close to the mother's chest as possible, since at this age the baby cannot sit on its own. In a sitting position, the baby can only be placed in the kangaroo after he has learned to sit confidently.
Step 3
After six months, kangaroos are suitable for the child, in which the child sits facing the mother, or is behind her back, or on the hip. The kangaroo should have a tight headrest that will support the baby's head without causing discomfort.
Step 4
When choosing a kangaroo, pay attention to the width of its belts. Belts should not be narrower than seven centimeters, and they should also have soft pads and an adjustable length. Make sure you can adjust the kangaroo yourself, even when you are wearing it. All kangaroo straps and attachments should be simple and comfortable so that donning does not take you a long time.
Step 5
The straps of the kangaroo should criss-cross on the back to distribute the load correctly. The kangaroo will be easier to carry if, in addition to the back straps, it is equipped with a waist belt with a buckle at the waist.
Step 6
Check the reliability of the fasteners - they must be strong and of high quality, and you need to give preference to latches and carabiners, rather than buttons and Velcro. The back of the kangaroo should not be attached to the armpit, but to the shoulder straps.
Step 7
Pay attention to the width of the seat - it should be at least 16-20 cm and have soft bolsters along the edges. A detachable seat will allow you to transfer a sleeping child to a crib or stroller without disturbing him.
Step 8
Depending on the season in which you plan to use the kangaroo, choose backpacks from different materials. For the summer months, you can choose a kangaroo with breathable inserts made from natural fabrics, and winter models of backpacks should be insulated with fleece or other warm material.
Step 9
Use a bib to prevent permanent contamination of the kangaroo. In case of bad weather, a removable visor or cover can be attached to the kangaroo to protect the baby from the rain.
Step 10
To reduce stress on the baby's spine, the kangaroo should have soft bolsters that support the baby under the armpits.
Step 11
The backpack should be sewn so that it can be washed quickly and easily.
