The FreeHand Mei Tai by Together Be borrows it's versatile design from an Asian style carrier that has been used for centuries.

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You simply tie the FreeHand on like an apron, hold your baby on your chest, and pull the carrier snugly up around them, cross the straps behind your back and tie them in front. See video instruction on front, hip and back carry.

Front Carry Position

Back Carry Position

Side Carry Position

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FreeHand Universal Headrest

Similar to a hammock, this innovative headrest clips to both straps to gently cradle a babies head when pulled up and condenses or unfastens quickly when not in use. The unique design eliminates the need for D-Rings, or long hanging straps.

• Works will all 2 shouldered carriers
• When on, blocks 95% of the sun's rays (comes in white to maximize the UV properties)
• Doesn't block or constrict child's movement or view
• Easy on and off
• Doesn't hang down when not in use

Q: What is the minimum and maximum weight?
A: The minimum weight is 5 lbs, and the maximum is 35 lbs.

Q: How long are the top straps?
A: The top straps are 80 inches long and lightly padded. This should be long enough for almost any adult to comfortably use this carrier. One size fits most.

Q: Is the FreeHand a good choice for a newborn?
A: Yes, because the FreeHand is very soft and supple, it will cradle your new baby. The lightly padded headrest gently holds their head, while the carrier supports the rest of their body. The FreeHand also helps babies who like to be swaddled, as it hugs them closely to your beating heart, and moves with you for all the sounds and movements they knew in the womb.

Q: How do I wash it?
A: Wash on cold, and hang to dry to prevent shrinkage.

The information in the chart above is based on my experience and opinion or the experience of others who have provided me with feedback. It has been modified over time with the intent to give you an overall comparison for several types of baby carriers in order to help you decide what carrier might be best for you. I have found that all carriers have both advantages and disadvantages. It is usually best to decide what feature(s) are most important to you and find which carrier will do well in that area. If you have specific questions regarding the slings/carriers that I carry, please feel free to contact us. Also, if you have feedback about one of these slings that you feel would help me to update my chart, I would love to hear from you.

-Heather, Owner Mom 4 Life

5 safety tips to tell if your baby carrier is fit correctly:

1. Mimics the in arms position
   When a baby is in a baby carrier, he should be in the same position as when he's being held in your arms. This is the single most important part to any baby carrier. If it is an upright baby carrier, the baby should be snug against your body, high on your chest, and in the same position your arms hold them in. If it is a side laying carrier, the baby should be between your breasts and your belly button, in the same position, and location as when you hold the baby in your arms. If you put the carrier on and let go of your baby and the baby moves away from you, drop downs, or slumps to the side etc, then your carrier is not on correctly.

2. Close Enough to Kiss
   The baby's head should be close enough to you that you can bend down and easily kiss the top of her head. If you cannot bend far enough to reach the baby, then she is too low. If the baby is too low, there is a higher risk of breathing difficulty, and you may feel that the baby is insecure or may fall out of the carrier. Wearing a baby too low will also cause backaches.

3. Held Tightly
   Make sure your carrier is tight enough you and the baby. When you lean over, or to the side, there should be little to no space between you and your baby. If you feel like you need to hold onto your baby to keep him falling out of the baby carrier, it probably needs to be tightened or you need a smaller size. If a baby carrier is too large, when you lean over, your baby will swing away from you. This will make it harder on your back, and will potentially put your baby in an unsafe position.

4. Eye to eye contact
   Your baby's face needs to be visible. His head should not be covered with any fabric. You should be able to look at your baby's entire face when he is in a carrier.

5. No Back Pain
   A carrier should not hurt your back or neck. If this happens then the carrier is not being worn correctly or the carrier is not designed correctly. There are hundreds of baby carriers on the market that can be worn with a baby that is 25+ pounds. Parents who are feeling pressure points or experiencing neck or backaches need to adjust the carrier until it is comfortable or perhaps try different carrier that will work better.
   
   
    

When our daughter was a baby I carried her everywhere. She was born in May and since we were busy chasing her big brother, staying inside wasn’t an option. I wrapped her up as well as I could in my carrier, trying to keep her tiny legs and arms from the sun. When fall came the temperatures dropped and I found myself wearing my husband’s coat zipped over both of us. This worked, except the coat’s zipper hit her in the back of her neck, and wind whipped down my exposed neck. One night I pulled out my sewing machine, something I hadn’t used in years, and made the first Peekaru Original. It worked wonderfully! I could finally wear my daughter UNDER my winter gear. Her body was covered and protected from the wind, and the best thing was, the Peekaru Original worked with all of the carriers I already owned!

TogetherBe LLC was founded by me, Melissa Radcliffe, my husband, D. Hamilton Radcliffe and was inspired by our children, William and Eleanor. The Peekaru product line is designed to help parents and children stay close all year round. We provide simple, elegant alternatives to shapeless bulky outerwear. We maintain a socially conscious focus by using recycled materials whenever possible and keeping our manufacturing in the USA. Our high quality, simple products can be used for many years, with carriers you already own.