Ergobaby Alta Hip Seat Baby Carrier - SoftFlex™ Mesh

Pearl Grey

$239.00 $299.00

Ergobaby Alta Hip Seat Baby Carrier - SoftFlex™ Mesh

Ergobaby Alta Hip Seat Baby Carrier - SoftFlex™ Mesh - Pearl Grey

$239.00 $299.00

Colour: Pearl Grey

Delivered in 1-2 working days

How do you wear the Ergobaby Alta Hip Seat, and is it easy to put on solo?

The Alta is Ergobaby's most straightforward carrier to put on and take off and that simplicity is exactly what makes it so popular for the frequent up-and-down phase of toddlerhood. It has a wide waistband with a padded shelf-like seat that baby sits on while you hold them with one arm, giving your arms and back immediate relief from carrying a growing toddler without needing to buckle into a full carrier. For hands-free carrying, the hip seat converts into a full structured carrier by attaching the removable back panel with shoulder straps giving you four carry positions in total: hip, front inward, front outward, and back carry. To put it on solo: fasten the waistband around your hips with the seat shelf facing out, position baby on the shelf with one arm supporting them, then clip the back panel and shoulder straps if you want hands-free carry. All buckling and fastening is done at the front, so there is no reaching behind your back to fasten a chest clip a feature that makes the Alta particularly accessible for parents with limited shoulder or back mobility, and for quick transitions between two caregivers. The waistband adjusts to fit from 65cm to 140cm, supporting a wide range of body types, and the carrier is suitable from around 4 months through to approximately 48 months at a maximum weight of 20kg

What is the Ergobaby Alta Hip Seat and how does it work?

The Alta Hip Seat is a two-in-one hip seat and three-position carrier for ages 4–48 months, featuring an ergonomically designed wide, curved seat plus convenience features offering maximum versatility as baby grows. The removable back panel converts it between hip seat mode a quick assisted one-hand hold perfect for babies who are constantly up and down and full carrier mode with shoulder straps for hands-free carrying. It's particularly suited to Singapore's lifestyle, where navigating busy streets, markets, and public transport with an active toddler who wants to be picked up and put down constantly is a daily reality

From what age can I use the Alta Hip Seat and is it safe for baby's hips?

The Alta Hip Seat is suitable from 4 - 48 months and supports babies from 5.5kg to 20.4kg. It features an ergonomic curved bucket seat to comfortably support baby's hips and has been determined hip-healthy by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute (IHDI). The wide, curved seat supports the ergonomic M-position (knees higher than the bottom) which promotes healthy hip socket development and is recommended for all babies including those at higher risk of hip dysplasia

Description

For all the busy little ones who love to get up and back down, the Alta Hip Seat Baby Carrier gives you a hands-free carry and an assisted one-hand hold, all in one carrier. With a quick up and down option, you can keep up with your kiddo (4-48 months) without compromising your own comfort. Improved airflow, a quieter waistband, and an ergonomic seat delivers on the world class Ergobaby quality and comfort for both caregivers and children.

All over, SoftFlex ™Mesh for #1 Airflow in Hip Seats
Easy to use, buckle waistband. Allows for:
Quick to put on and take off
Quieter to remove (no more Velcro!)
Reflective accents for safety
Anti slip material to prevent baby from sliding
Larger pocket for phone and other essentials
Multiple carry positions for babies weighing 5.5 20.4kg
Wide, curved, cushioned hip seat base
One carrier fits parents, grandparents, and other child caregivers

Carry Modes:

Infant Mode: ~4+ months
Baby Carrier Inward-Facing: ~4+ months
Baby Carrier Outward-Facing / Back: ~6+ months
Hip Seat: ~6+ months

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