Baby sling

Abstract

The invention provides a baby carrier which can be used as a chair for a baby to sit and can improve convenience in a state of being installed on a user. The baby carrier (1) holds an infant (B) in a state of embracing the infant (B), and is provided with a backrest part (2), a seating part (5) and a supporting part (8). In a state in which the backrest part 2 and the seating part 5 are placed on the placement table S and the infant B is seated on the seating part 5, the support part 8 is switched between a first position P1 in which the support part 8 tilts the backrest part 2 and the seating part 5 with respect to the placement table S and a second position P2 in which the support part 8 tilts the backrest part 2 and the seating part 5 with respect to the placement table S. The second position P2 is a position at which the support part 8 is deployed from the backrest part 2 or the seating part 5 toward the other surface, which is the back surface of one surface of the backrest part 2, and the second position P2 is a position at which the support part 8 is housed close to the housed position of the seating part 5 or the backrest part 2 so that the other surface of the backrest part 2 faces the mounting table S.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a baby carrier. Background Technology

[0002] When holding an infant, a baby carrier that allows the infant to be held close to the user's body is typically used. Compared to a stroller, the baby carrier is easier to operate and has fewer restrictions on movement, and is therefore used in various situations. Methods for installing the baby carrier include: attaching it to the user's body while the user is holding the infant; and attaching it to the user's body while the infant is lying flat on a platform such as a bed, using a baby carrier to hold the infant.

[0003] The method of attaching the baby carrier to a caregiver's body while the user is holding the baby is complex and time-consuming because the user must use one hand to hold the baby in the carrier while using the other hand to attach the carrier to their body. On the other hand, the method of attaching the baby to the user's body while the baby is lying flat on a support is easier to install because the user does not need to use one hand to hold the baby, but the places where it can be installed are limited because sufficient space is required for the baby to lie flat. Therefore, baby carriers that can be attached while the baby is sitting are known.

[0004] Existing technical documents

[0005] Patent documents

[0006] Patent Document 1: Japanese Invention Patent Publication No. 2024-108721 Summary of the Invention

[0007] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0008] Patent Document 1 describes a baby carrier comprising: a seating section for the infant; a backrest supporting the infant's body; a first support strap and shoulder straps for wearing on the user's body; and a lifting section for self-standing on a floor, bench, table, or the like. The seating section is mounted on the upper surface of the lifting section. Thus, the baby carrier, by placing the lifting section on a table or similar surface, can stand upright in a posture where the infant can sit on the seating section. The baby carrier can be installed with the infant seated on the seating section. Furthermore, the baby carrier is configured such that the seating section and backrest can be raised and lowered vertically via the lifting section.

[0009] The baby carrier described in Patent Document 1 has a lifting mechanism that provides support for the seat and backrest, ensuring that the baby will not fall over even when seated on a table or similar surface. Furthermore, the lifting mechanism is always located below the seat. However, this results in a larger baby carrier compared to those without the lifting mechanism, reducing convenience during installation.

[0010] The purpose of this invention is to provide a baby carrier that can be used as a chair for seating a baby and improves convenience when installed on the user.

[0011] Methods for solving problems

[0012] The inventors have researched baby carriers that improve ease of installation while minimizing reduced convenience during installation. Through in-depth research, the inventors conceived of the following structure.

[0013] The baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention is a baby carrier that is installed on a user and holds the baby while the user is holding the baby. The baby carrier has: a backrest that supports the baby's back on one side; a seating portion that allows the baby to sit and is connected to the backrest in a state where it protrudes from one side of the backrest; and a support portion that is connected to the backrest or the seating portion and supports the backrest or the seating portion in such a way that the baby can sit on the seating portion when the carrier is placed on a platform. With the backrest and the seating portion placed on the platform and the baby seated on the seating portion, the support portion switches to a first position and a second position. The first position is a position where the support portion extends from the backrest or the seating portion toward the other side of the backrest, such that the seating portion and the backrest are tilted relative to the platform. The second position is a position where the support portion is retracted close to the retracted position of the seating portion or the backrest, such that the other side of the backrest faces the platform.

[0014] In the above structure, the backrest or the seating portion is supported by the support portion in such a way that the infant can sit comfortably on the platform. The support portion supports the backrest and the seating portion from the other side of the backrest by switching from a second position retracted near the backrest or seating portion to a first position that moves to the side opposite to the backrest, i.e., the other side. The backrest is supported by the support portion with that side tilted upwards. The infant is placed on the seating portion and backrest on the platform by a user using the baby carrier. The infant is held in a seated position by the seating portion and the backrest. Thus, the baby carrier can be used as a chair for seating the infant.

[0015] Furthermore, the user attaches the baby carrier by bringing their body close to the carrier and the baby on the mounting platform. At this time, since the user does not need to use one hand to hold the baby carrier and the baby close to their body, both hands can be used to attach the baby carrier. In addition, because the baby is held in an inclined position in the baby carrier, the overall center of gravity of the baby and the baby carrier is lowered. Therefore, the baby carrier is less likely to tip over due to the baby's movements or the installation process. This improves the ease of installation for the user.

[0016] When installed on the user, the support is stored in a position close to the seat or backrest. The support is stored, for example, flush against the seat or backrest. The amount of the support protruding from the other side of the backrest is suppressed by switching the support to a second position. That is, the baby carrier is stored with the same dimensions as a baby carrier without the support. The user with the baby carrier installed identifies the area extending to the other side of the backrest as the area occupied by the baby carrier. Therefore, the user can operate the baby carrier without noticing the presence of the support. This allows it to be used as a chair for seating the baby and improves convenience when installed on the user.

[0017] According to other aspects, preferably, the baby carrier of the present invention includes the following structure: The backrest has: a backrest cushion portion that contacts the baby; and a backrest frame portion that maintains the shape of the backrest cushion portion. The seating portion has: a seating cushion portion that contacts the baby; and a seating frame portion that is connected to the backrest frame portion and maintains the shape of the seating cushion portion. The support portion is connected to the backrest frame portion or the seating frame portion to allow movement relative to the backrest frame portion or the seating frame portion between a first position and a second position.

[0018] In the above structure, the backrest and the seating portion are held in shape by the backrest frame and the seating frame. Therefore, the backrest and the seating portion can hold the baby in a tilted position thanks to the soft backrest cushion and the seating cushion. Thus, the baby carrier stabilizes the baby's sitting posture on the platform and the baby's posture when attached to the user, while the backrest frame and the seating frame suppress deformation when attached to the user. This improves the ease of attachment when attached to the user.

[0019] Furthermore, the backrest frame acts as a protective component, suppressing deformation of the backrest cushion when installed by the user while protecting the baby from external obstacles. Additionally, the baby carrier, through the backrest frame and the seating frame, suppresses changes in the baby's posture and installation position caused by deformation. Therefore, the baby carrier reduces user fatigue caused by changes in the baby's posture and installation position. This allows it to be used as a chair for the baby and improves convenience when installed by the user.

[0020] According to other aspects, preferably, the baby carrier of the present invention includes the following structure: The backrest frame portion is configured to be detachable from the backrest. The seat frame portion is configured to be detachable from the seat portion. The support portion is detachable from the backrest together with the backrest frame portion, or the support portion is detachable from the seat portion together with the seat frame portion.

[0021] Based on the above structure, the baby carrier can be easily washed and stored by disassembling the backrest frame, the seat frame, and the support. Furthermore, the backrest frame, the seat frame, and the support are interconnected to form a single unit. Therefore, the backrest frame, the seat frame, and the support can be easily installed on the backrest cushion and the seat cushion. This improves the convenience of the baby carrier.

[0022] According to other aspects, preferably, the baby carrier of the present invention includes the following structure: It has a baby securing portion disposed on at least one of the backrest or the seating portion, for securing the baby to at least one of the backrest or the seating portion.

[0023] In the above structure, the baby carrier secures the baby to the backrest and seat, which are supported in an inclined position by the support portion, via the baby securing part. Therefore, when installed on the user, the baby carrier prevents the baby, held in a seated position by the backrest and seat, from slipping off. Furthermore, when installed on the user, the baby carrier prevents the baby from slipping off the backrest and seat. This improves both the ease of installation and the convenience of use when installed on the user.

[0024] According to other aspects, preferably, the baby carrier of the present invention includes the following structure: It has: a shoulder mounting portion disposed on the backrest and mounted to the user's shoulder; and a waist mounting portion disposed on the seating portion and mounted to the user's waist. The shoulder mounting portion and the waist mounting portion are configured to switch between a first mounting posture and a second mounting posture, wherein, in the first mounting posture, with one side of the backrest located on one side of the user, the shoulder mounting portion and the waist mounting portion are mounted to the user; and in the second mounting posture, with the other side of the backrest located on one side of the user, the shoulder mounting portion and the waist mounting portion are mounted to the user.

[0025] In the above structure, the baby carrier can be switched between a first mounting posture (where the baby is opposite to the user) and a second mounting posture (where the baby is facing the direction of travel) depending on the baby's condition, the usage environment, and the user's usage status. Furthermore, since the baby is secured to the backrest and the seat via the baby fixing part, the baby carrier can be easily mounted in the second mounting posture while placed on the mounting platform. This improves both the ease of mounting to the user and the convenience of mounting to the user.

[0026] The technical terms used in this specification are for the purpose of defining specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit the invention.

[0027] In this specification, the terms “including,” “comprising,” or “having,” and variations thereof, are used to identify the presence of the described features, processes, operations, elements, components, and / or their equivalents, which may include one or more steps, actions, elements, components, and / or groups thereof.

[0028] In this specification, the terms "installation," "connection," "coupling," and / or their equivalents are used in a broad sense to include both "direct and indirect" installation, connection, and coupling. Furthermore, "connection" and "coupling" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections or couplings, but may include direct or indirect electrical connections or couplings. Additionally, in this specification, "rotation" means rotation in at least one direction or another within a specified angular range.

[0029] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used in this specification (including technical and scientific terms) have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains.

[0030] The effects of the invention

[0031] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the baby carrier includes: a backrest supporting the back of the baby; a seating portion for seating the baby, connected to the backrest in a state protruding from one side of the backrest; and a support portion connected to the seating portion or the backrest, supporting the backrest or the seating portion such that the baby can sit on the seating portion when placed on a mounting platform. The support portion can switch between a first position and a second position, wherein the first position is a position in which the support portion extends from the backrest or the seating portion toward the other side of the backrest such that the backrest and the seating portion are tilted relative to the mounting platform, and the second position is a position in which the support portion is retracted close to the retracted position of the seating portion or the backrest such that the other side of the backrest is opposite to the mounting platform. This improves both the ease of installation when installed on the user and the convenience of installation on the user. Attached Figure Description

[0032] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 2 This is a side view of a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the backrest frame, seat frame, and support portion of a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 4 This is a perspective view showing the state of an infant being placed in a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 5 This is a side view showing the state of an infant being placed in the baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 6 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention is installed on the user in a first installation posture.

[0038] Figure 7 This is a perspective view showing the baby carrier of the present invention installed on the user in a second mounting position according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Symbol Explanation

[0040] 1: Baby carrier;

[0041] 2: Backrest;

[0042] 3: Backrest cushioning section;

[0043] 3a, 6a: Storage bags;

[0044] 4: Backrest frame section;

[0045] 5: Seating area;

[0046] 6: Seating buffer area;

[0047] 7: Seating frame section;

[0048] 8: Support section;

[0049] 9: Infant fixation point;

[0050] 9a: Upper left band;

[0051] 9b: upper right band;

[0052] 9c: Left band;

[0053] 9d: Right band;

[0054] 9e: lower band;

[0055] 10: Shoulder mounting section;

[0056] 10a: Left shoulder strap;

[0057] 10b: Right shoulder strap;

[0058] 11: Waist mounting section;

[0059] 11a: Left waist belt;

[0060] 11b: Right waist belt;

[0061] P1: First position;

[0062] P2: Second position;

[0063] A1: First installation position;

[0064] A2: Second installation position;

[0065] S: Stage;

[0066] U: User;

[0067] B: Infant. Detailed Implementation

[0068] Hereinafter, a baby carrier 1, which is an embodiment of the baby carrier of the present invention, will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In each drawing, the same part is marked with the same symbol, and the same part is not described repeatedly. The dimensions of the structural components in each drawing do not faithfully represent the actual dimensions of the constituent parts or the dimensional ratios of each structural component.

[0069] <Overall Structure>

[0070] use Figures 1 to 3 The baby carrier 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described. Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the baby carrier 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 This is a side view of baby carrier 1. Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the backrest frame 4, the seating frame 7, and the support 8 of the baby carrier 1. In the following embodiment, the left-right direction of the baby B placed on the baby carrier 1 is taken as the left-right direction of the baby carrier 1, the up-down direction of the user U in the user U state of being the user of the baby carrier 1 is taken as the up-down direction of the baby carrier 1, and the direction of the baby B relative to the backrest 2 of the baby carrier is taken as the forward direction, and the front-back direction of the baby carrier 1 is taken as the front-back direction of the baby carrier 1.

[0071] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, baby carrier 1 is for infants B aged 1 month to 24 months (refer to...). Figure 4 This is a baby carrier (infant sling) designed for use with infant B. The baby carrier 1 holds infant B in a cuddling position. The baby carrier 1 has a backrest 2, a seating section 5, a support section 8, an infant securing section 9, a shoulder mounting section 10, and a waist mounting section 11.

[0072] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the backrest 2 is the part that supports the upper body of the infant B. The backrest 2 is a generally rectangular plate-like component that is longer in the vertical direction. The backrest 2 has a backrest cushioning part 3 and a backrest frame part 4.

[0073] The backrest cushioning part 3 is a cushioning component that comes into contact with the infant B. The backrest cushioning part 3 is located on one side of the backrest 2, i.e., the front surface. The backrest cushioning part 3 is generally rectangular in shape. It is a soft, highly flexible component made by covering the backrest 2 with highly breathable polyethylene foam, polyurethane foam, or similar material using mesh fabric. As the front surface of the backrest 2, i.e., the front surface of the backrest cushioning part 3, it is the surface that comes into contact with the infant B.

[0074] The rear surface of the backrest 2, that is, the rear surface opposite to the side of the backrest cushion 3, has a bag-shaped storage pocket 3a for storing the backrest frame 4. The storage pocket 3a is a pocket that extends in the vertical direction. The upper end of the storage pocket 3a has an opening for storing the backrest frame 4. The lower end of the storage pocket 3a is connected to the opening of the storage pocket 6a of the seating cushion 6, which will be described later. That is, the storage pocket 3a and the storage pocket 6a are integrally formed.

[0075] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the backrest frame portion 4 is a frame that maintains the shape of the backrest cushion portion 3. The backrest frame portion 4 has higher rigidity than the backrest cushion portion 3. The backrest frame portion 4 is made of, for example, a metal such as aluminum alloy or a resin such as polyamide. The backrest frame portion 4 is formed into a rectangular shape smaller than the outer shape of the backrest cushion portion 3. In this embodiment, the backrest frame portion 4 is made of a bent rod-shaped aluminum alloy. The backrest frame portion 4 is housed in the storage bag 3a of the backrest cushion portion 3. Thus, the backrest frame portion 4 serves as a core material to maintain the shape of the backrest cushion portion 3.

[0076] The seating section 5 is the part that supports the buttocks of the infant B. The seating section 5 is connected to the lower end of the backrest 2. The seating section 5 extends forward from the lower end of the backrest 2. The seating section 5 is configured as a generally rectangular plate-shaped member that is narrower than the width of the backrest 2 in the left-right direction and longer in the left-right direction than in the front-back direction. The seating section 5 has a seating cushioning section 6 and a seating frame section 7.

[0077] The seating cushioning part 6 is a cushioning component that comes into contact with the infant B. The seating cushioning part 6 is located on one side, i.e., the upper surface, of the seating part 5. The seating cushioning part 6 is generally rectangular in shape. It is a soft, highly flexible component made by covering highly breathable polyethylene foam, polyurethane foam, or the like with a mesh fabric. The upper surface of the seating part 5, i.e., the upper surface of the seating cushioning part 6, is the surface that comes into contact with the infant B.

[0078] The lower surface of the seating portion 5, that is, the lower surface opposite to the side of the seating cushion portion 6, has a bag-shaped storage pocket 6a for storing the seating frame portion 7. The storage pocket 6a is a pocket extending in the front-to-back direction. The rear end of the storage pocket 6a has an opening for storing the seating frame portion 7. The rear end of the storage pocket 6a is connected to the lower end of the storage pocket 3a of the backrest cushion portion 3. That is, the opening of the storage pocket 6a is connected to the lower end of the storage pocket 3a of the backrest cushion portion 3. In other words, the storage pocket 6a and the storage pocket 3a are integrally formed.

[0079] The seating frame 7 is a frame that maintains the shape of the seating cushion 6. The seating frame 7 has higher rigidity than the seating cushion 6. The seating frame 7 is made of, for example, a metal such as aluminum alloy or a resin such as polyamide. The seating frame 7 is formed to have a smaller overall shape than the seating cushion 6. In this embodiment, the seating frame 7 is made of a rectangular, plate-shaped resin board. The seating frame 7 is connected to the lower end of the backrest frame 4. The seating frame 7 is housed in the storage pocket 6a of the seating cushion 6. Thus, the seating frame 7 serves as a core material to maintain the shape of the seating cushion 6.

[0080] The support portion 8 is a component that supports the backrest 2. The support portion 8 has the same rigidity as the backrest frame portion 4. The support portion 8 is made of, for example, a metal such as aluminum alloy or a resin such as polyamide. The support portion 8 includes a lower portion extending in a left-right direction and a left and right portion extending in a vertical direction. The left portion is connected to the left end of the lower portion. The right portion is connected to the right end of the lower portion. In this embodiment, the support portion 8 is made of a rod-shaped aluminum alloy with bent ends. The upper ends of the left and right portions are connected to the backrest frame portion 4.

[0081] The support portion 8 is configured to rotate relative to the backrest frame portion 4 about a rotation axis extending in the left-right direction. The support portion 8 is configured to be held in a first position P1, which is any angle at which the support portion 8 unfolds by rotating in a direction away from the backrest frame portion 4. Furthermore, the support portion 8 is configured to be held in a second position P2, which is a position where the support portion 8 is housed approximately parallel to the backrest frame portion 4 by rotating in a direction closer to the backrest frame portion 4. Thus, the support portion 8 in the second position P2 keeps the backrest 2 parallel and does not tilt. In this way, the support portion 8 is configured to be switchable between the first position P1 and the second position P2. The support portion 8 is covered by a cover.

[0082] Furthermore, the support portion 8 can be configured to be arbitrarily adjustable at its angle relative to the backrest 2 when unfolded to the first position P1. For example, the support portion 8 can be adjusted to any angle by using a length-adjustable strap or the like to maintain its position relative to the backrest 2. Additionally, the support portion 8 can be adjusted to any angle by assembling an angle-adjusting rack and pinion or the like at its connection point with the backrest 2.

[0083] The backrest frame 4, constructed in this way, is detachable from the storage bag 3a of the backrest 2. The seat frame 7 is detachable from the storage bag 6a of the seat 5. The support 8 is detachable from the backrest 2 together with the backrest frame 4. By detaching the backrest frame 4, seat frame 7, and support 8, the baby carrier 1 can be easily washed and stored. Furthermore, since the backrest frame 4, seat frame 7, and support 8 are interconnected as a single unit, they are easily installed on the backrest cushion 3 and seat cushion 6.

[0084] like Figure 1 As shown, the infant restraint unit 9 secures the infant B to the backrest 2 and the seating area 5. In this embodiment, the infant restraint unit 9 is composed of a 5-point harness. The infant restraint unit 9 includes: an upper left strap 9a, one end of which is fixed to the left portion of the upper end of the backrest 2; an upper right strap 9b, one end of which is fixed to the right portion of the upper end of the backrest 2; a left strap 9c, one end of which is fixed to the left end of the backrest 2; a right strap 9d, one end of which is fixed to the right end of the backrest 2; and a lower strap 9e, one end of which is fixed to the middle of the lower end of the backrest 2. The other ends of the upper left strap 9a, the upper right strap 9b, the left strap 9c, the right strap 9d, and the lower strap 9e are configured to be interconnected. The upper left strap 9a, the upper right strap 9b, the left strap 9c, and the right strap 9d are composed of non-elastic strap-like members. The lower strap 9e is composed of a cushioning member.

[0085] Shoulder mounting part 10 is used to mount the baby carrier 1 to the user U (see reference). Figure 5 The shoulder mounting part 10 includes a left shoulder strap 10a and a right shoulder strap 10b. One end of the left shoulder strap 10a is fixed to the upper end of the backrest 2, i.e., to the left of the upper left strap 9a. The other end of the left shoulder strap 10a is fixed to the lower end of the backrest 2, i.e., the left end. The other end of the right shoulder strap 10b is fixed to the lower end of the backrest 2, i.e., the right end. The left shoulder strap 10a forms a loop at the left end of the backrest 2 for the user U's left arm to pass through. The right shoulder strap 10b forms a loop at the right end of the backrest 2 for the user U's right arm to pass through. The left shoulder strap 10a is mounted on the user U's left shoulder. The right shoulder strap 10b is mounted on the user U's right shoulder.

[0086] The left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b are configured to switch between a first mounting posture A1 and a second mounting posture A2. In the first mounting posture A1, the loop through which the user U's arm passes is located on the surface side of the backrest 2, so that the backrest 2 is mounted to the user U with the surface of the backrest 2 on one side of the user U. In the second mounting posture A2, the loop through which the user U's arm passes is located on the back side of the backrest 2, so that the backrest 2 is mounted to the user U with the back side of the backrest 2 on one side of the user U.

[0087] The waist mounting part 11 is a mounting component for mounting the baby carrier 1 to the user U. The waist mounting part 11 includes a left waist belt 11a and a right waist belt 11b. One end of the left waist belt 11a is fixed to the left end of the seating part 5. A connecting member is provided at the other end of the left waist belt 11a. One end of the right waist belt 11b is fixed to the right end of the seating part 5. A connecting member is provided at the other end of the right waist belt 11b. The left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are configured to be connected via the connecting member. The left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are mounted around the waist of the user U.

[0088] The left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are configured to switch between a first installation posture A1 and a second installation posture A2. In the first installation posture A1, the left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are connected to the surface side of the backrest 2 so that the backrest 2 is installed on the user U with the surface side of the backrest 2 on the side of the user U. In the second installation posture A2, the left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are connected to the back side of the backrest 2 so that the back side of the backrest 2 is installed on the user U with the back side of the backrest 2 on the side of the user U.

[0089] <Installation Method>

[0090] use Figures 4 to 6 This describes the method of installing the baby carrier 1 on the user U. Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional diagram showing the state of baby B being placed in baby carrier 1. Figure 5 This is a side view showing the state of baby B being placed in baby carrier 1. Figure 6 This is a perspective view showing the baby carrier 1 installed on the user U in the first installation position A1. In this embodiment, the baby carrier 1 is installed on the user U in the first installation position A1. The support portion 8 of the baby carrier 1 is located in the second position P2. The baby carrier 1 is placed on the platform S with the backrest cushion portion 3, which serves as the surface of the backrest 2, facing upwards towards the platform S. At this time, the backrest 2 is held to be approximately parallel to the platform S.

[0091] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the support part 8 is located at the second position P2 (see...) Figure 2The baby carrier 1 unfolds towards the first position P1. The support part 8 rotates away from the backrest 2. The support part 8 remains in the first position P1. The baby carrier 1 is supported on the platform S by the lower end of the backrest 2 and the lower end of the support part 8. The upper end of the backrest 2 is lifted upwards by the support part 8 towards the platform S. The upper end of the backrest 2 is located upwards relative to the platform S compared to the lower end of the backrest 2. As a result, the backrest 2 and the seating part 5 are held in an inclined state relative to the platform S with the lower end of the backrest 2 as the fulcrum. At this time, the backrest cushion 3 for carrying the baby B is inclined upwards from the lower end towards the upper end.

[0092] Next, the infant B is placed on the tilted backrest cushion 3. The baby carrier 1 holds the infant B via the backrest cushion 3 and the seat cushion 6. Furthermore, the infant B is held in place by the baby securing part 9 to prevent slipping off the backrest 2 and the seat 5. The baby securing part 9 uses straps to secure the infant B's shoulders and waist to the backrest 2 and the seat 5. Thus, the baby carrier 1 can hold the infant B in a seated position. With the support part 8 moved to the first position P1, the baby carrier 1 allows the infant B, who cannot sit up independently, to sit on a table, bench, or similar platform S. In this way, the baby carrier 1 can be used as a chair for the infant B.

[0093] like Figure 6 As shown, the baby carrier 1, placed on the support table S along with the infant B, is installed on the user U. First, the left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b are installed on the user U's left and right shoulders, respectively. At this time, the baby carrier 1 is placed on the support table S. Therefore, the user U does not hold the baby carrier 1. Thus, the user U can use both hands to install the left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b. Furthermore, since the infant B is placed on the support table S and secured to the backrest 2 and the seat 5 by the baby securing part 9, it will not slip off the backrest 2 and the seat 5 when installing the left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b.

[0094] Next, the user U lifts the baby carrier 1, with the left shoulder strap 10a and right shoulder strap 10b already installed on the user U, from the mounting platform S. The user U moves the support 8, located in the first position P1, to the second position P2 and stores it in the stored position. Therefore, the front-to-back space occupied by the expanded support 8 in the baby carrier 1 is reduced. As a result, the baby carrier 1 is easy to install.

[0095] Next, the left waist belt 11a and right waist belt 11b are attached to the user U's waist. At this time, the baby carrier 1 is attached to the user U via the left shoulder strap 10a and right shoulder strap 10b. Therefore, the user U does not need to hold the baby carrier 1 with their hands. Thus, the user U can use both hands to attach the left waist belt 11a and right waist belt 11b. Furthermore, since the baby B is secured to the backrest 2 and seat 5 via the baby securing part 9, it will not slip off the backrest 2 and seat 5 when attaching the left waist belt 11a and right waist belt 11b.

[0096] The baby carrier 1 is attached to the user U with the baby B facing the user U. The positions of various parts of the baby carrier 1 are adjusted to fit the user U's body size. Thus, the baby carrier 1 allows the baby B and user U to fit snugly together.

[0097] In this way, user U brings their body close to the baby carrier 1 and baby B on the mounting platform S and installs the baby carrier 1. At this time, user U does not need to use one hand to keep the baby carrier 1 and baby B close to their body, so they can install the baby carrier 1 with both hands. In addition, since the baby carrier 1 holds baby B in an inclined position, the overall center of gravity of baby B and baby carrier 1 is lowered. As a result, the baby carrier 1 is less likely to tip over due to baby B's movements or the installation process.

[0098] Furthermore, while stabilizing the infant B's posture through the backrest cushioning part 3 and the seat cushioning part 6, the baby carrier 1 also suppresses deformation of the backrest cushioning part 3 and the seat cushioning part 6 when installed to the user U through the backrest frame part 4 and the seat frame part 7. As a result, the installation stability when installed to the user U is improved.

[0099] Furthermore, the backrest frame 4 functions as a protective component, suppressing deformation of the backrest cushion 3 when installed on the user U, while protecting the baby B from external obstacles. Additionally, the baby carrier 1, through the backrest frame 4 and the seating frame 7, suppresses changes in the baby B's posture and installation position caused by deformation. Therefore, the baby carrier 1 reduces user U's fatigue caused by changes in the baby B's posture and installation position.

[0100] Furthermore, by switching the support 8 to the second position P2, the amount by which the support 8 protrudes from the backrest 2 of the baby carrier 1 is suppressed. That is, the baby carrier 1 is stored in the same external dimensions as a baby carrier without the support 8. The user U, who has installed the baby carrier 1, identifies the area up to the backrest as the occupied area of ​​the baby carrier 1. As a result, the user U can operate the baby carrier 1 without noticing the presence of the support 8. Thus, convenience is improved when the baby carrier 1 is installed in the user U's position.

[0101] <Other Implementation Methods>

[0102] In the above embodiment, the baby carrier 1 is installed on the user U with the support part 8 moved to the first position P1. However, the baby carrier 1 can also be installed on the user U with the support part 8 stored in the second position P2. In this case, the baby carrier 1 is placed on the platform S in a non-tilted state. At this time, the back of the backrest 2 is placed horizontally opposite the mounting surface of the platform S. The baby B lies supine on the backrest 2 in a generally horizontal position and is secured by the baby fixing part 9.

[0103] In the above embodiment, the support member 8 is configured to be able to switch between a first position P1 and a second position P2 by rotating relative to the backrest frame member 4. However, the support member may also be configured to switch between the first and second positions by telescoping (linear movement) relative to the backrest frame member or the seat frame member. Furthermore, the support member may also be detachably connected to the backrest frame member or the seat frame member.

[0104] In the above embodiment, the support portion 8 is configured to be held at both a first position P1 and a second position P2 relative to the backrest frame portion 4. However, the support portion may also be configured to be held at three or more positions relative to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion. Furthermore, the support portion may also be configured to be held at any position relative to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion.

[0105] In the above embodiment, the backrest frame 4 is held by the storage bag 3a, and the seat frame 7 is held by the storage bag 6a. However, the backrest frame and the seat frame can also be held in the structure of the backrest and seat by sewing, binding with rope, joining or other methods.

[0106] In the above embodiment, the baby carrier 1 is configured such that the tilt angle of the backrest 2 and the seating portion 5 relative to the platform S is changed by the support portion 8. However, the baby carrier may also be configured to change only the tilt angle of the backrest relative to the platform S.

[0107] In the above embodiment, the backrest frame portion 4 and the seat frame portion 7 are formed into a generally rectangular shape. However, the backrest frame portion and the seat frame portion can be any shape that can maintain the shape of the backrest and the seat portion.

[0108] In the above embodiment, the backrest frame portion 4 and the seat frame portion 7 are connected to each other. However, the backrest frame portion and the seat frame portion may also be detachably connected.

[0109] In the above embodiment, the infant restraint 9 is a 5-point harness. However, the infant restraint is only required to be a structure that can secure the infant to the infant carrier. For example, the infant restraint could also be a 2-point restraint, a 3-point restraint, a 4-point restraint, etc.

[0110] In the above embodiment, the baby carrier 1 is attached to the user U in a first mounting posture A1 with the baby B and the user U facing each other. However, as Figure 7 As shown, the baby carrier 1 can also be installed in the second installation position A2 of the user U with the baby B facing the direction of travel, depending on the baby B's condition, usage environment, and usage status. Figure 6 This is a perspective view showing the baby carrier 1 installed in the second installation position A2 with the user U. Since the baby B is secured to the backrest 2 and the seat 5 by the baby fixing part 9, the baby carrier 1 can be easily installed in the second installation position A2 while placed on the mounting table S. This improves both the ease of installation when installed with the user U and the convenience of installation with the user U.

[0111] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above, but these embodiments are merely illustrative examples for implementing the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and can be implemented by appropriate modifications without departing from its spirit.

Claims

1. A baby carrier, worn on a user to hold an infant while the user is embracing the infant, characterized in that: have: A backrest that supports the baby's back on one side; The seating section allows the infant to sit comfortably and is connected to the backrest in a protruding state on one side of the backrest. A support portion, connected to the seating portion or the backrest, supports the backrest or the seating portion in such a way that the infant can sit on the seating portion when placed on a platform. With the backrest and the seating portion placed on the platform and the infant seated in the seating portion, the support portion switches to a first position and a second position, wherein... The first position is a position in which the support portion extends from the backrest or the seating portion toward the back side (i.e., the other side) of the side of the backrest, such that the backrest and the seating portion are tilted relative to the platform. The second position is when the support is tucked away near the seating portion or the backrest so that the other side of the backrest faces the platform.

2. The baby carrier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The backrest has: The backrest cushioning section comes into contact with the infant. The backrest frame section maintains the shape of the backrest cushion section; The seating area has: Take a seat in the cushioned area and come into contact with the infant; The seating frame is connected to the backrest frame and maintains the shape of the seating cushion. The support portion is connected to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion so that it can move relative to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion between the first position and the second position.

3. The baby carrier according to claim 2, characterized in that, The backrest frame is configured to be detachable from the backrest; The seating frame is configured to be detachable from the seating portion; The support portion can be detached from the backrest together with the backrest frame portion, or the support portion can be detached from the seat portion together with the seat frame portion.

4. The baby carrier according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, It has an infant securing part disposed on at least one of the backrest or the seat, for securing the infant to at least one of the backrest or the seat.

5. The baby carrier according to claim 4, characterized in that, have: A shoulder mounting part is provided on the backrest and mounted to the user's shoulder; A waist mounting part is provided in the seating part and installed on the user's waist; The shoulder mounting portion and the waist mounting portion are configured to switch between a first mounting posture and a second mounting posture, wherein... In the first installation posture, with one side of the backrest located on the side of the user, the shoulder mounting part and the waist mounting part are installed to the user; in the second installation posture, with the other side of the backrest located on the side of the user, the shoulder mounting part and the waist mounting part are installed to the user.

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