UPDATED AFTER A YEAR:
Original post:
My little guy went through a phase early on where he wanted to only sleep on me and hated the car seat. He seemed a little small for the Ergo baby, which frankly hurt my c section scar. The k'tan was a lifesaver. I could never figure out those baby wraps or slings, and this guy takes all the guess work out of the operation. The Breeze was also nice and cool for our trip down to Florida last spring. For kids that like to be held close, this item is a must. It's cool enough for daily use and super easy.
Pro tip: it will stretch out, but I would just throw it into the wash and then the dryer on low setting and it would go right back into place.
I must say that I rarely use it now that our baby is five months old. I've effectively switched to the Ergo, as it's better for long-haul hiking and has a sun shade.
UPDATED REVIEW:
I still love the K'tan. It has been by far the easiest baby wrap I've ever used.
Pros:
- baby closeness: I think wraps and slings are the best way to keep a newborn close and cuddly, but I could never figure them out. The K'tan takes all of the guesswork out of it.
- ease of use: If the Moby makes you break out in a sweat just looking at it, but you still want to wrap your baby, this is the thing for you! If I could do it, so could you.
- material: I love how breathable the material is. I could choose between the mesh side on a warmer day, or use the solid cloth on a cooler day.
- Color: The gray is very neutral and doesn't show spit-up stains.
- Safety: I felt like my son was very secure in this wrap.
- Great for naps on the go: My little one as a newborn did not take reliable naps on his own, but would sleep like a champ wrapped up in this on the go (and sometimes even if I sat down)
Cons:
- one size does not fit all, unfortunately. But that's the tradeoff you have to make for the ease of use of this carrier.
- Time of use: I will say that by the time my son was really able to go forward-facing in the Ergo360, we preferred the more structured carrier with ergonomic support. I'm quite small and not the strongest, so additional support felt better as my baby grew. That being said, it was a lifesaver for months!!
| Product Dimensions | 8.07 x 3.54 x 8.46 inches |
|---|---|
| Item model number | BKSG-GCH-BREEZE-XXS |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Target gender | Unisex |
| Minimum weight recommendation | 7 Pounds |
| Maximum weight recommendation | 35 Pounds |
| Material Type | Cotton |
| Material Composition | 100% Cotton |
| Care instructions | Machine Wash |
| Style | BREEZE |
| Batteries required | No |
| Orientation | Front |
| Item Weight | 1.28 pounds |
