Newborn Safety & Positioning
Should a newborn's legs be worn in or out?
Legs are ALWAYS out in the Sprout, from day one. The Sprout is designed with an adjustable panel width that adapts to your newborn's size. Just push the sides of the fabric in along the bottom of the panel where the panel attaches to the waistband to
How do I know if my baby is positioned correctly?
Use these checks every time you wear your baby:. The TICKS rule:. Additional checks:. If you're ever unsure, we offer free virtual fit checks with our team!
How long can a newborn stay in a carrier?
There's no set time limit for babywearing. As long as both you and baby are safe and comfortable, baby can stay in the carrier!. You should always clearly see a newborn's face so you can do frequent airway check-ins. Also monitor baby's temperature a
Why doesn't the Sprout have a panel extender to support my newborn's head and neck?
The Sprout is designed to support a newborn's body safely and securely with any additional inserts or panels. Panel extenders supposedly help support a new baby’s head. In reality, they create unnecessary risk because they make it easier to hide baby