The Wilkinet Baby Carrier adapts to the changing needs of you & your baby. It gently cocoons a tiny 2.5kg (5lbs) newborn yet is strong enough to carry chunky toddlers! You can use the Wilkinet baby carrier to carry your baby facing in on the front, facing out on the front (usually not before 3 months/6andfrac 12;-7kg/13andndash;14lbs) on the hip & on the back. Some of the advantages of choosing the Wilkinet baby carrier over other baby carriers & slings are: The Wilkinet baby carrier holds your baby onto & against your upper body. The Wilkinet baby carrier works like a wraparound shawl but without the parent being engulfed in wide bands of cloth. Wide well-padded shoulder straps & unique wraparound method of tying. Cushioned head, back & leg support for your baby. No rings, zips, clips or buckles. The Extra Long straps are suitable for the plus-size parent (recommended for women dress size 20+ or men with a chest & waist over 44 inches). An XL Wilkinet baby carrier works in the same way as the standard sized Wilkinet baby carrier. The only difference is that the tying straps (which wrap around the waist) are made longer for a more comfortable fit.