Kokopax Baby Carrier

A featherweight baby carrier for when you're going places

by Phoebe Assenza

Age:	0+	Retail Price: $180
Available at: multiple sellers

While a rugged, rucksack-style baby carrier is perfect for taking a baby through the great outdoors, it can be too much gear for a quicker trip to the beach, zoo, or grocery store. The Kokopax Classic Carrier is a lightweight, foldable carrier; a simple solution for when even your nimble umbrella stroller is cumbersome.

Its aluminum frame weighs less than three pounds and is designed to evenly distribute the baby's weight on your back, hips, and shoulders. The densely padded straps and cockpit are made of 100 percent cotton canvas in colorful patterns, making it a hip accessory, as well as a smart one. Use it for babies who can sit upright on their own (about 6 months and older), and take advantage of the storage pocket to hold a few essentials, plus a toy bar on which to hook stroller toys and keep them entertained. Safety features include a kickstand for secure and easy loading, and a five-point harness.

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