HipSurfer Hip Carrier - Purple + Teal

THE ABSOLUTE BEST 😍

I honestly don't know what I did without my hipsurfer! It arrived Friday (1st may) and have used it multiple times everyday since! Life changing! My little girl isn't super heavy yet but it makes the world of difference already. Love love love it!

This carrier is worth every cent!

I have been through carriers, strollers, trikes and prams... my little one just hates being restrained and is too impatient for any straps or supports! The Hipsurfer has answered my prayers. It's compact so I can leave it in the car, easily pop it on and off and my daughter can be up and down as much as she pleases. It's used almost every day, and is easily interchangeable between caregivers as it's a simple waist belt. Depending on the activity, my daughter can also sit outward facing. It's drastically reduced the pain I was experiencing from lugging her around! I can fit my keys, phone, pocket wipes, a small container of snacks, hat and best of all - my daughter's water bottle. The attention to detail too... a small ring to attach a carabiner was chef's kiss! I was a little nervous it'd be a bit too clunky considering all the storage, but it isn't in the way at all. It almost feels like I'm just wearing a cute bum-bag when she's not in it! And the purple/teal design is so fun. I am often one to look for a deal and explored the options of generic carriers from Amazon/Ali Express, etc. which were much cheaper, but I am SO glad I spent the money on this quality, well-thought out product. It is crystal clear this was designed by parents, for parents. I have nothing but great things to say! Thank you Hackerlily!

Parenting Essential!

Initially I was going to wait until our daughter was a little older and self-supporting her head before we got a hip surfer, because I (incorrectly) thought that's when we'd start to get the most use. Then the spectacularly 90s purple and teal corduroy version went on sale and I decided to take advantage. I'm so glad we didn't wait and started using it soon as it arrived when she was still only 7 weeks old. It's now our favourite way to feed alfresco. When we're out and about, I don't have to battle with trying to fit her optimal position into whatever (often not feeding friendly) seat is available while she's getting impatient; I still have a hand free for much needed snack/caffeine consumption; and even though I'm standing I'm in a much better position for my back, neck, shoulders, wrists everything! I'm also using it at home- we had friends over for a board game night and I didn't have to leave the table to go sit alone in our usual feeding spot AND I could still roll the dice myself! For everyday impromptu carrying it's so much easier e.g. if I need to go to the bathroom I can just hand her over or put her somewhere safe without having to faff with getting her in/out of a traditional carrier, and if I need to take the surfer off  it's the work of a moment. I'm using it more everyday as our daughter grows and I keep learning new uses for it!