This is a unique 3 in 1 product with both Hip Seat and Baby Carrier. The Baby carrier has been designed in such a way that it can be used either both together or it can also be used separately Only as a Hip Seat and also separately Only as a Baby Carrier. The Hip Seat is primarily useful between 0-8 Months and then the carrier can be used together uptill Baby is 3 years old. This baby carrier is suitablle for parents having a maximum waist size of 36 inches or 91 cm . Our versatile, easy-to-use Baby Carrier+ HIP Seat is our first carrier that allows you to use it in an ergonomic front facing position. This is the best baby carrier option that offers all the features you and baby need: variable width settings for use with newborns to toddlers, adjustable head support, and multiple carry positions including forward-facing* and back carry. *Before beginning to use the Explore Carrier in the facing out position, your baby should have head and neck control and their chin should clear the top of the panel when facing out. We also suggests a weight range for the facing out position of 13-22lb for shorter intervals of time for optimal comfort. Watch baby for signs of sleepiness or over-stimulation. Baby should not sleep in the front carry facing out position.