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Baby carrier

a baby carrier and strap technology, applied in the field of baby carriers, can solve the problems of adding to the complexity of the carrier, complex configurations, and complicated adjustment,

Inactive Publication Date: 2014-08-21
TOMY INT
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Benefits of technology

The present invention provides an improved baby carrier that can be worn by a user. The carrier includes a back panel, a first strap, and a second strap that extend from the back panel to a lower location on the user's body. There is a cavity within the carrier that can hold the baby. The first and second straps are designed to secure the baby to the user and create a comfortable carrying experience. The technical effect of this invention is to provide a more efficient and comfortable way to carry babies on the user's body.

Problems solved by technology

Conventional baby carriers often include complex configurations that are complicated to put on and adjust.
Also, conventional baby carriers may include securement mechanisms (i.e., buckles, clips, snaps, etc.) for positioning the baby in various positions, which only add to the complexity of the carrier.

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[0019]Before any embodiments of the invention are explained in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction and the arrangement of components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the following drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced or of being carried out in various ways.

[0020]In one embodiment, the invention provides a simple baby carrier that is worn like a garment. The baby carrier includes a back panel, a first strap, and a second strap. The baby carrier creates a cavity between the back panel and the first and second straps. The cavity receives and secures the baby against the body of the adult. The baby carrier accommodates the baby in a variety of positions. The baby carrier includes a removable strap for ensuring the baby is secured against the body of the adult.

[0021]As discussed in greater detail below, the present invention relates to a baby ca...

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Abstract

A baby carrier including a back panel, a first strap, and a second strap. The first strap extends from a first upper location of the back panel to a first lower location of the back panel. Similarly, the second strap extends for a second upper location of the back panel to a second lower location of the back panel. The back panel, the first strap, and the second strap define a garment configured to be worn by a user. The back panel, the first strap, and the second strap define a cavity that is configured to receive and secure a baby between the user and the first and the second straps.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application is a non-provisional of and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No. 61 / 767,660, filed Feb. 21, 2013, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0002]Conventional baby carriers often include complex configurations that are complicated to put on and adjust. Also, conventional baby carriers may include securement mechanisms (i.e., buckles, clips, snaps, etc.) for positioning the baby in various positions, which only add to the complexity of the carrier. Conventional baby wraps include long strips of fabric that adults tie around themselves in complicated knots.SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION[0003]The present invention relates to an improved baby carrier. In particular, the present invention relates to a wearable baby carrier.[0004]In one embodiment, the invention provides a baby carrier including a back panel, a first strap, and a second strap. The first strap extends f...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A47D13/02
CPCA47D13/025
Inventor BAILEY, KELLYNCHRISTENSEN, ASHLEY
Owner TOMY INT
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