Baby carrier

Abstract

This product provides a baby carrier that can be used as a seat for infants and also improves convenience when worn by the user. [Solution] A baby carrier 1 for holding an infant B in a cradled position, comprising a backrest portion 2, a seating portion 5, and a support portion 8. The support portion 8 switches between a first position P1, where it extends from the backrest portion 2 or the seating portion 5 to the other side of the back of one side of the backrest portion 2, so that the backrest portion 2 and the seating portion 5 are tilted with respect to the mounting base S, and a second position P2, where it is stored in a storage position close to the seating portion 5 or the backrest portion 2 so that the other side of the backrest portion 2 faces the mounting base S.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a baby carrier.

Background Art

[0002] When carrying an infant, a baby carrier that can hold the infant close to the user's body is used. The baby carrier is used in various scenarios because it is easier to handle and has fewer restrictions during movement compared to a stroller. The wearing method of the baby carrier includes a method of wearing it on the user's body while the user holds the infant, and a method of installing a carrying strap on a mounting table such as a bed, laying the infant on it, and then wearing it on the user's body.

[0003] The method of wearing the baby carrier on the protector's body while the user holds the infant is complicated and time-consuming because the user has to hold the infant placed on the baby carrier with one hand and wear a belt or the like on the body with the other hand. On the other hand, the method of wearing the baby carrier on the user's body with the infant laid on the mounting table can be easily worn because there is no need to hold the infant with one hand of the user, but the place where it can be worn is limited because it is necessary to secure a space where the infant can be laid. Therefore, a baby carrier that can be worn with the infant sitting is known.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0004]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] The baby carrier described in Patent Document 1 comprises a seating section in which an infant sits, a backrest section that supports the infant's torso, a first support belt and shoulder straps for attachment to the user's body, and a lifting section that stands upright on the floor, bench, table, etc. The seating section is attached to the upper surface of the lifting section. Therefore, by placing the lifting section on a table or the like, the baby carrier can stand upright with the infant in a position where they can sit on the seating section. The baby carrier can be worn with the infant seated on the seating section. Furthermore, the baby carrier is configured so that the seating section and backrest section can be raised and lowered vertically by the lifting section.

[0006] The lifting mechanism of the baby carrier described in Patent Document 1 has a shape and rigidity that allows it to support the seat and backrest so that the carrier does not tip over when an infant is seated on the seat while the carrier is placed on a table or the like. Furthermore, the lifting mechanism is always located below the seat. As a result, the baby carrier has a larger volume compared to a baby carrier without the lifting mechanism, which reduces its convenience when worn.

[0007] The objective of this invention is to provide a baby carrier that can be used as a chair for seating infants and that offers improved convenience when worn by the user. [Means for solving the problem]

[0008] The inventors investigated a baby carrier that improves ease of attachment to the user while suppressing a decrease in convenience while the carrier is being worn by the user. After diligent investigation, the inventors came up with the following configuration.

[0009] An embodiment of the present invention is a baby carrier that is worn by a user and holds an infant in a cradled position. The baby carrier includes a backrest that supports the infant's back on one side, a seating portion that protrudes from the backrest and is connected to the backrest, and in which the infant is seated, and a support portion that is connected to the backrest or the seating portion and supports the backrest or the seating portion so that the infant can be seated on the seating portion when placed on a platform. The support portion switches between a first position in which it extends from the backrest portion or the seat portion toward the other side of one side of the backrest portion, so that the seat portion and the backrest portion are tilted relative to the aforementioned base, and a second position in which it is stored in a storage position close to the seat portion or the backrest portion so that the other side of the backrest portion faces the aforementioned base.

[0010] In the above configuration, the backrest or seat is supported by the support so that the infant can sit on the seat on the aforementioned platform. The support is switched from a second position, where it is stored close to the backrest or seat, to a first position, where it moves toward the other side of the backrest, which is the opposite side of one side of the backrest, thereby supporting the backrest and the seat from the other side of the backrest. The backrest is supported by the support with one side of it tilted upward. The infant is placed on the seat and backrest on the platform by the user of the baby carrier. The infant is held in a seated position by the seat and backrest. Therefore, the baby carrier can be used as a chair for seating the infant.

[0011] Furthermore, the user brings their body closer to the baby carrier and the infant on the mounting platform and puts on the baby carrier. In this case, the user does not need to hold the baby carrier and the infant tightly against their body with one hand, so they can put on the baby carrier using both hands. Also, since the baby carrier holds the infant in an inclined position, the combined center of gravity of the infant and the baby carrier is lowered. Therefore, the baby carrier is less likely to tip over due to the infant's movements or the process of putting it on. This improves the ease of putting on the baby carrier by the user.

[0012] The support portion is stored in a storage position close to the seat or backrest when worn by the user. The support portion is stored, for example, in close contact with the seat or backrest. The amount of protrusion of the support portion from the other surface of the backrest is suppressed by switching the support portion to a second position. In other words, the baby carrier fits to the same external dimensions as a baby carrier without the support portion. The user wearing the baby carrier perceives the area up to the other surface of the backrest as the area occupied by the baby carrier. Therefore, the user can handle the baby carrier without being concerned about the presence of the support portion. This allows it to be used as a chair for seating the infant and improves convenience when worn by the user.

[0013] From another perspective, the baby carrier of the present invention preferably includes the following configuration: The backrest portion has a backrest cushion portion that contacts the infant and a backrest frame portion that maintains the shape of the backrest cushion portion. The seat portion has a seat cushion portion that contacts the infant and a seat frame portion that is connected to the backrest frame portion and maintains the shape of the seat cushion portion. The support portion is movably connected to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion between the first position and the second position.

[0014] In the above configuration, the backrest and seating portion maintain their shape through the backrest frame and seating frame. Therefore, the backrest and seating portion can hold the infant in an inclined position through the soft backrest cushion and seating cushion. As a result, the baby carrier stabilizes the infant's seated posture on the aforementioned platform and the infant's posture when worn by the user through the backrest cushion and seating cushion, while the backrest frame and seating frame suppress deformation when worn by the user. This improves ease of wear when worn by the user.

[0015] Furthermore, the backrest frame portion functions as a protective member that protects the infant from external obstacles while suppressing deformation of the backrest cushion portion when worn by the user. In addition, the baby carrier suppresses changes in the infant's posture and wearing position due to deformation of the backrest frame portion and the seating frame portion. Therefore, the baby carrier reduces the user's fatigue caused by changes in the infant's posture and wearing position. As a result, it can be used as a chair to seat the infant and improves convenience when worn by the user.

[0016] From another perspective, the baby carrier of the present invention preferably includes the following configuration: The backrest frame is configured to be removable from the backrest. The seat frame is configured to be removable from the seat. The support is removable from the backrest together with the backrest frame, or removable from the seat together with the seat frame.

[0017] According to the above configuration, the baby carrier can be easily washed, stored, etc., by removing the backrest frame, seat frame, and support section. Furthermore, the backrest frame, seat frame, and support section are connected to each other and constitute a single integrated component. Therefore, the backrest frame, seat frame, and support section can be easily attached to the backrest cushion and seat cushion. This improves the convenience of the baby carrier.

[0018] From another perspective, the baby carrier of the present invention preferably includes the following configuration: an infant restraint portion provided on at least one of the backrest portion or the seat portion for securing the infant to at least one of the backrest portion or the seat portion.

[0019] In the above configuration, the baby carrier secures the infant to the backrest and seat, which are supported in an inclined state by the support, using the infant securing part. Therefore, when the baby carrier is put on by the user, it prevents the infant, who is held in a seated position by the backrest and seat, from slipping down. Furthermore, when the baby carrier is worn by the user, it prevents the infant from slipping off the backrest and seat. This improves ease of putting on by the user while also improving convenience while the carrier is being worn by the user.

[0020] From another perspective, the baby carrier of the present invention preferably includes the following configuration: a shoulder attachment portion provided on the backrest and attached to the user's shoulders, and a waist attachment portion provided on the seat and attached to the user's waist. The shoulder attachment portion and the waist attachment portion are configured to be switchable between a first attachment position in which the carrier is attached to the user with one side of the backrest facing the user, and a second attachment position in which the carrier is attached to the user with the other side of the backrest facing the user.

[0021] In the above configuration, the baby carrier can be switched between a first wearing posture in which the baby carrier is worn by the user so as to face the baby based on the state of the baby, the use environment, the use state, etc., and a second wearing posture in which the baby is worn by the user with the baby facing the traveling direction. Further, since the baby is fixed to the backrest portion and the seating portion by the baby fixing portion, it can be easily worn in the second wearing posture in a state of being placed on the mounting table. Thereby, while improving the wearing property when worn by the user, the convenience in a state of being worn by the user is improved.

[0022] The technical terms used in this specification are used for the purpose of defining only specific embodiments, and are not intended to limit the invention by the technical terms.

[0023] In this specification, the use of "including", "comprising", or "having" and their modifications identifies the presence of the described features, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or their equivalents, but may include one or more of steps, actions, elements, components, and / or groups thereof.

[0024] In this specification, "attached", "connected", "coupled", and / or their equivalents are used in a broad sense and include both "direct and indirect" attachment, connection and coupling. Further, "connected" and "coupled" are not limited to physical or mechanical connection or coupling, and may include direct or indirect electrical connection or coupling. Also, in this specification, "rotation" means rotating in at least one of one direction or the other within a predetermined angle range.

[0025] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this invention belongs.

Effect of the Invention

[0026] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a baby carrier includes a backrest portion that supports the back of the baby on one side, a seating portion that is connected to the backrest portion in a state of protruding from one side surface of the backrest portion and on which the baby is seated, and a support portion that is connected to the seating portion or the backrest portion and supports the backrest portion or the seating portion so that the baby can be seated on the seating portion in a state of being placed on a mounting table. The support portion has a first position that extends from the backrest portion or the seating portion to the other side surface of the backrest portion so that the backrest portion and the seating portion are inclined with respect to the mounting table, and a second position that is housed in a storage position close to the seating portion or the backrest portion so that the other side surface of the backrest portion faces the mounting table. Thereby, while improving the wearability when worn by the user, the convenience in a state of being worn by the user is improved.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0027] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a side view of a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a backrest frame portion, a seating frame portion, and a support portion of a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing a state in which a baby is placed on a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] FIG. 5 is a side view showing a state in which a baby is placed on a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a state in which a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention is worn by a user in a first wearing posture. [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a perspective view showing a state in which a baby carrier according to an embodiment of the present invention is worn by a user in a second wearing posture. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0028] Below, a baby carrier 1, which is an embodiment of the baby carrier according to the present invention, will be described with reference to the drawings. In each figure, the same parts are denoted by the same reference numerals, and the description of the same parts will not be repeated. The dimensions of the components in each figure do not faithfully represent the dimensions of the actual components or the dimensional ratios of each component.

[0029] <Overall Structure> An embodiment of the baby carrier 1 according to the present invention will be described with reference to Figures 1 to 3. Figure 1 is a perspective view of the baby carrier 1 in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a side view of the baby carrier 1. Figure 3 is a perspective view of the backrest frame 4, seating frame 7, and support 8 of the baby carrier 1. In the following embodiment, the left-right direction of the infant B placed on the baby carrier 1 is defined as the left-right direction of the baby carrier 1, the up-down direction of the user U when the baby carrier 1 is worn by the user U is defined as the up-down direction of the baby carrier 1, and the direction in which the infant B is positioned relative to the backrest 2 of the baby carrier is defined as the front-back direction of the baby carrier 1.

[0030] As shown in Figures 1 to 3, Baby Carrier 1 is a baby carrier (sling) for infant B (see Figure 4) aged 1 to 24 months. Baby Carrier 1 holds infant B in a cradled position. Baby Carrier 1 has a backrest 2, a seat 5, a support 8, an infant securing 9, a shoulder attachment 10, and a waist attachment 11.

[0031] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the backrest portion 2 is the part on which the upper body of infant B is placed. The backrest portion 2 is constructed as a roughly rectangular plate-like member that is long in the vertical direction. The backrest portion 2 has a backrest cushion portion 3 and a backrest frame portion 4.

[0032] The backrest cushion portion 3 is a cushioning material that comes into contact with the infant B. The backrest cushion portion 3 is located on the front side, which is one of the surfaces of the backrest portion 2. The backrest cushion portion 3 is formed in a roughly rectangular shape. The backrest cushion portion 3 is made of a highly flexible material, such as highly breathable polyethylene foam or polyurethane foam, covered with mesh fabric. The front surface of the backrest cushion portion 3, which is the front surface of the backrest portion 2, is configured as the surface that comes into contact with the infant B.

[0033] The rear surface of the backrest portion 2, which is the other side of the backrest cushion portion 3 relative to one side, has a bag-shaped storage pocket 3a for accommodating the backrest frame portion 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 accommodating the backrest frame portion 4. The lower end of the storage pocket 3a is connected to the opening of the storage pocket 6a of the seat cushion portion 6, which will be described later. In other words, the storage pocket 3a is integrally constructed with the storage pocket 6a.

[0034] As shown in Figures 2 and 3, the backrest frame 4 is a frame that maintains the shape of the backrest cushion 3. The backrest frame 4 has higher rigidity than the backrest cushion 3. The backrest frame 4 is made of, for example, a metal such as an aluminum alloy or a resin such as polyamide. The backrest frame 4 is formed in a rectangular shape that is smaller than the outer shape of the backrest cushion 3. In this embodiment, the backrest frame 4 is made of a bent rod-shaped aluminum alloy. The backrest frame 4 is stored in the storage pocket 3a of the backrest cushion 3. Therefore, the backrest frame 4 maintains the shape of the backrest cushion 3 as a core material.

[0035] The seating section 5 is the part on which the buttocks of infant B are placed. The seating section 5 is connected to the lower end of the backrest section 2. The seating section 5 extends forward from the lower end of the backrest section 2. The seating section 5 is constructed as a roughly rectangular plate-like member that is narrower than the width of the backrest section 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 cushion section 6 and a seating frame section 7.

[0036] The seat cushion portion 6 is a cushioning member that comes into contact with the infant B. The seat cushion portion 6 is located on the upper surface, which is one side of the seat portion 5. The seat cushion portion 6 is formed in a roughly rectangular shape. The seat cushion portion 6 is made of a highly flexible material, such as highly breathable polyethylene foam or polyurethane foam, covered with a mesh fabric. The upper surface of the seat cushion portion 6, which is the upper surface of the seat portion 5, is configured as the surface that comes into contact with the infant B.

[0037] The lower surface of the seat portion 5, which is the other surface of the seat cushion portion 6 relative to one surface, has a bag-shaped storage pocket 6a for storing the seat frame portion 7. The storage pocket 6a is a pocket that extends in the front-to-back direction. The rear end of the storage pocket 6a has an opening for storing the seat 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. In other words, 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 is constructed integrally with the storage pocket 3a.

[0038] The seat frame 7 is a frame that maintains the shape of the seat cushion 6. The seat frame 7 has higher rigidity than the seat cushion 6. The seat frame 7 is made of, for example, a metal such as an aluminum alloy or a resin such as polyamide. The seat frame 7 is formed to have a smaller outer shape than the outer shape of the seat cushion 6. In this embodiment, the seat frame 7 is made of a rectangular, bent resin plate. The seat frame 7 is connected to the lower end of the backrest frame 4. The seat frame 7 is stored in the storage pocket 6a of the seat cushion 6. Therefore, the seat frame 7 maintains the shape of the seat cushion 6 as a core material.

[0039] The support portion 8 is a member that supports the backrest portion 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 an aluminum alloy or a resin such as polyamide. The support portion 8 includes a lower edge portion that extends in the left-right direction and a left edge portion and a right edge portion that extend in the up-down direction. The left edge portion is connected to the left end of the lower edge portion. The right edge portion is connected to the right end of the lower edge portion. In this embodiment, the support portion 8 is made of a rod-shaped aluminum alloy with both ends bent. The upper end of the left edge portion and the upper end of the right edge portion are connected to the backrest frame portion 4.

[0040] The support part 8 is configured to rotate around a pivot axis extending in the left-right direction relative to the backrest frame part 4. The support part 8 is configured to be held in a first position P1, which is any angle that is deployed by rotating in a direction away from the backrest frame part 4. The support part 8 is also configured to be held in a second position P2, which is stored in a position that is approximately parallel to the backrest frame part 4 by rotating in a direction closer to the backrest frame part 4. Therefore, the support part 8 in the second position P2 keeps the backrest part 2 parallel without tilting. In this way, the support part 8 is configured to be switchable between the first position P1 and the second position P2. The support part 8 is covered by a cover.

[0041] The support portion 8 may be configured to allow arbitrary adjustment of its angle relative to the backrest portion 2 when deployed to the first position P1. For example, the support portion 8 can be adjusted to any angle by maintaining its position relative to the backrest portion 2 with an adjustable belt or the like. Alternatively, the support portion 8 can be adjusted to any angle by incorporating a rack and pinion or the like for angle adjustment at the connection point with the backrest portion 2.

[0042] The backrest frame 4, configured in this way, is detachable from the storage pocket 3a of the backrest 2. The seat frame 7 is detachable from the storage pocket 6a of the seat 5. The support 8 is detachable from the backrest 2 together with the backrest frame 4. The baby carrier 1 can be easily washed, stored, etc., by removing the backrest frame 4, seat frame 7, and support 8. Furthermore, since the backrest frame 4, seat frame 7, and support 8 are connected to each other and configured as a single unit, they can be easily attached to the backrest cushion 3 and seat cushion 6.

[0043] As shown in Figure 1, the infant restraint section 9 secures the infant B to the backrest section 2 and the seat section 5. In this embodiment, the infant restraint section 9 is composed of a five-point harness. The infant restraint section 9 includes an upper left belt 9a, one end of which is fixed to the left portion of the upper end of the backrest section 2; an upper right belt 9b, one end of which is fixed to the right portion of the upper end of the backrest section 2; a left belt 9c, one end of which is fixed to the left end of the backrest section 2; a right belt 9d, one end of which is fixed to the right end of the backrest section 2; and a lower belt 9e, one end of which is fixed to the center of the lower end of the backrest section 2. The other end of the upper left belt 9a, the other end of the upper right belt 9b, the other end of the left belt 9c, the other end of the right belt 9d, and the other end of the lower belt 9e are configured to be connectable to each other. The upper left belt 9a, upper right belt 9b, left belt 9c, and right belt 9d are made of non-stretchable strip-shaped members. The lower belt 9e is made of a cushioning member.

[0044] The shoulder attachment section 10 is a fastening device for attaching the baby carrier 1 to the user U (see Figure 5). The shoulder attachment section 10 includes a left shoulder belt 10a and a right shoulder belt 10b. One end of the left shoulder belt 10a is fixed to the upper end of the backrest section 2, to the left of the upper left belt 9a. The other end of the left shoulder belt 10a is fixed to the lower left end of the backrest section 2. The other end of the right shoulder belt 10b is fixed to the lower right end of the backrest section 2. The left shoulder belt 10a forms a loop for the user U's left arm at the left end of the backrest section 2. The right shoulder belt 10b forms a loop for the user U's right arm at the right end of the backrest section 2. The left shoulder belt 10a is worn on the user U's left shoulder. The right shoulder belt 10b is worn on the user U's right shoulder.

[0045] The left shoulder belt 10a and the right shoulder belt 10b are configured to be switchable between a first wearing position A1 in which the loop for the user U's arm is located on the front side of the backrest 2 so that the user U can wear the backrest 2 with the front side facing the user U, and a second wearing position A2 in which the loop for the user U's arm is located on the back side of the backrest 2 so that the user U can wear the backrest 2 with the back side facing the user U.

[0046] The waist attachment section 11 is a device for attaching the baby carrier 1 to the user U. The waist attachment section 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 section 5. A connecting device 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 section 5. A connecting device 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 connectable by the connecting device. The left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are worn around the waist of the user U.

[0047] The left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are configured to be switchable between a first wearing position A1 in which the left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are connected on the front side of the backrest 2 so that the back surface of the backrest 2 is facing the user U, and a second wearing position A2 in which the left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are connected on the back side of the backrest 2 so that the back side of the backrest 2 is facing the user U.

[0048] <How to attach> Figures 4 to 6 illustrate how to attach the baby carrier 1 to the user U. Figure 4 is a perspective view showing the baby carrier 1 with infant B placed on it. Figure 5 is a side view showing the baby carrier 1 with infant B placed on it. Figure 6 is a perspective view showing the baby carrier 1 attached to the user U in the first attachment position A1. In this embodiment, the baby carrier 1 is attached to the user U in the first attachment 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 mounting platform S with the backrest cushion portion 3, which is the surface of the backrest portion 2, facing upwards on the mounting platform S. At this time, the backrest portion 2 is held approximately parallel to the mounting platform S.

[0049] As shown in Figures 4 and 5, the support part 8 unfolds from the second position P2 (see Figure 2) toward the first position P1. The support part 8 rotates toward the back surface of the backrest part 2. The support part 8 is held in the first position P1. The baby carrier 1 is supported on the mounting platform S by the lower end of the backrest part 2 and the lower end of the support part 8. The upper end of the backrest part 2 is lifted upward on the mounting platform S by the support part 8. The upper end of the backrest part 2 is positioned higher on the mounting platform S than the lower end of the backrest part 2. Therefore, the backrest part 2 and the seat part 5 are held in an inclined state relative to the mounting platform S with the lower end of the backrest part 2 as the pivot point. At this time, the backrest cushion part 3 on which the infant B is placed is inclined so that it is positioned upward from the lower end toward the upper end.

[0050] Next, infant B is placed on the tilted back cushion section 3. The baby carrier 1 supports infant B with the back cushion section 3 and the seat cushion section 6. Furthermore, infant B is held (secured) by the infant securing section 9 to prevent it from sliding off the back cushion section 2 and the seat section 5. The infant securing section 9 secures infant B's shoulders and waist to the back cushion section 2 and the seat section 5 with belts. As a result, the baby carrier 1 can hold infant B in a seated position. With the support section 8 moved to the first position P1, the baby carrier 1 can seat infant B, who cannot sit up on their own, on a table, bench, or other platform S. In this way, the baby carrier 1 can be used as a chair for infant B.

[0051] As shown in Figure 6, the baby carrier 1, which is placed on the mounting platform S together with the infant B, is put on by the user U. First, the left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b are attached to the left and right shoulders of the user U. At this time, the baby carrier 1 is placed on the mounting platform S. Therefore, the user U is not holding the baby carrier 1. Thus, the user U can use both hands to attach the left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b. In addition, since the infant B is placed on the mounting platform S and secured to the backrest 2 and seat 5 by the infant fixing part 9, the infant B will not slip off the backrest 2 and seat 5 when the left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b are attached.

[0052] Next, the baby carrier 1, with the left shoulder strap 10a and the right shoulder strap 10b attached to the user U, is lifted from the mounting platform S by the user U. The support section 8, located at the first position P1, is moved by the user U to the second position P2 and stored in its storage position. As a result, the space occupied in the front-to-back direction of the baby carrier 1, which was expanded by the deployment of the support section 8, is reduced. Therefore, the baby carrier 1 becomes easier to handle when being worn.

[0053] Next, the left waist belt 11a and the 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 by the left shoulder belt 10a and the right shoulder belt 10b. Therefore, the user U is not holding the baby carrier 1 with their hands. Thus, the user U can use both hands to fasten the left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b. In addition, since the infant B is secured to the backrest 2 and the seat 5 by the infant fixing part 9, the infant B will not slip off the backrest 2 and the seat 5 when the left waist belt 11a and the right waist belt 11b are fastened.

[0054] Baby carrier 1 is fitted to user U with infant B facing user U. The position of each part of baby carrier 1 is adjusted to fit user U's physique. This allows baby carrier 1 to keep infant B in close contact with user U.

[0055] In this way, user U brings their body closer to the baby carrier 1 and infant B on the mounting platform S and puts on the baby carrier 1. At this time, user U does not need to hold the baby carrier 1 and infant B tightly against their body with one hand, so they can put on the baby carrier 1 using both hands. In addition, since the baby carrier 1 holds infant B in an inclined position, the combined center of gravity of infant B and baby carrier 1 is lowered. Therefore, the baby carrier 1 is less likely to tip over due to infant B's movements or the work performed during putting on.

[0056] Furthermore, the baby carrier 1 stabilizes the infant B's posture with the backrest cushion 3 and seat cushion 6, while the backrest frame 4 and seat frame 7 prevent the backrest cushion 3 and seat cushion 6 from losing their shape when worn by the user U. This improves the ease of wearing the carrier when it is put on by the user U.

[0057] Furthermore, the backrest frame 4 functions as a protective member that protects infant B from external obstacles, etc., while suppressing deformation of the backrest cushion 3 when worn by user U. In addition, the baby carrier 1 suppresses changes in infant B's posture and wearing position due to deformation by the backrest frame 4 and seating frame 7. Thus, the baby carrier 1 reduces fatigue for user U caused by changes in infant B's posture and wearing position.

[0058] Furthermore, the amount of protrusion of the support portion 8 from the back of the backrest portion 2 in the baby carrier 1 is suppressed by switching the support portion 8 to the second position P2. In other words, the baby carrier 1 can be made to have the same external dimensions as a baby carrier without the support portion 8. The user U wearing the baby carrier 1 recognizes the area up to the back of the backrest portion as the area occupied by the baby carrier 1. Therefore, the user U can handle the baby carrier 1 without being concerned about the presence of the support portion 8. This improves convenience when the baby carrier is worn by the user U.

[0059] <Other Embodiments> In the embodiment described above, the baby carrier 1 is attached to the user U with the support portion 8 moved to the first position P1. However, the baby carrier 1 may also be attached to the user U with the support portion 8 stored in the second position P2. In this case, the baby carrier 1 is placed on the mounting platform S in an upright position. At this time, the back surface of the backrest portion 2 is laid flat facing the mounting surface of the mounting platform S. The infant B is placed supine on the backrest portion 2, which is in a nearly horizontal position, and is secured by the infant fixing portion 9.

[0060] In the above-described embodiment, the support portion 8 is configured to be switchable between a first position P1 and a second position P2 by rotational movement relative to the backrest frame portion 4. However, the support member may also be configured to be switchable between the first and second positions by extension or retraction movement (linear movement) relative to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion. Furthermore, the support portion may be detachably connected to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion.

[0061] In the above-described embodiment, the support portion 8 is configured to be held at two locations relative to the backrest frame portion 4, namely a first position P1 and a second position P2. However, the support portion may be configured to be held at three or more locations relative to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion. Furthermore, the support portion may be configured to be held at any position relative to the backrest frame portion or the seat frame portion.

[0062] In the above-described embodiment, the backrest frame 4 is held by the storage pocket 3a, and the seat frame 7 is held by the storage pocket 6a. However, the backrest frame and the seat frame may also be held by the backrest and seat by methods such as sewing, tying with strings, or joining.

[0063] In the above-described embodiment, the baby carrier 1 is configured to change the inclination angle of the backrest 2 and seat 5 with respect to the mounting platform S by the support portion 8. However, the baby carrier may be configured to change only the inclination angle of the backrest with respect to the mounting platform S.

[0064] In the above-described embodiment, the backrest frame portion 4 and the seat frame portion 7 are formed in a substantially rectangular shape. However, the backrest frame and the seat frame only need to have a shape that can maintain the shape of the backrest portion and the seat portion.

[0065] In the above-described embodiment, the backrest frame 4 and the seat frame 7 are connected to each other. However, the backrest frame and the seat frame may be connected in a separable manner.

[0066] In the embodiment described above, the infant restraint 9 is a five-point harness type belt. However, the infant restraint can be any structure capable of securing the infant to the baby carrier. The infant restraint may be, for example, a two-point restraint belt, a three-point restraint belt, a four-point restraint belt, etc.

[0067] In the embodiment described above, the baby carrier 1 is attached to the user U in a first wearing position A1 where the infant B and the user U face each other. However, as shown in Figure 7, the baby carrier 1 may also be attached to the user U in a second wearing position A2, with the infant B facing the direction of travel, depending on the infant B's condition, the environment, the usage conditions, etc. Figure 6 is a perspective view showing the baby carrier 1 attached to the user U in the second wearing position A2. Since the baby carrier 1 is fixed to the backrest 2 and seat 5 by the infant fixing part 9, it can be easily attached in the second wearing position A2 while placed on the mounting platform S. This improves ease of attachment to the user U while also improving convenience while the carrier is attached to the user U.

[0068] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the embodiments described above are merely examples for carrying out the present invention. Therefore, the invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and it is possible to carry out the invention by appropriately modifying the embodiments described above without departing from the spirit of the invention. [Explanation of symbols]

[0069] 1 Baby Carrier 2 Backrest 3. Backrest cushion section 3a, 6a storage pockets 4. Backrest frame 5. Seating area 6. Seat cushion section 7. Seat frame section 8 Support part 9. Infant restraint section 9a Upper left belt 9b Upper right belt 9c Left belt 9d Right belt 9e Lower belt 10 Shoulder attachment part 10a Left shoulder strap 10b Right shoulder strap 11 Waist attachment part 11a Left hip belt 11b Right hip belt P1 1st position P2 2nd position A1 First mounting position A2 2nd mounting position S Mounting platform U user B Infant

Claims

1. A baby carrier that is worn by the user and used to hold an infant in a cradled position, A backrest portion that supports the infant's back on one side, A seating portion for seating an infant is connected to the backrest portion, protruding from one side of the backrest portion, It has a support part connected to the seating part or the backrest part, which supports the backrest part or the seating part so that the infant can sit on the seating part when it is placed on the mounting platform, The aforementioned support portion is With the backrest and seating area placed on the aforementioned stand and the infant seated on the seating area, A first position in which the backrest portion and the seat portion are tilted with respect to the base described above, and the backrest portion or the seat portion is extended from the back of one side of the backrest portion to the other side, The backrest is switched to a second position in which it is stored in a storage position close to the seat or the backrest, such that the other surface of the backrest faces the base described above. Baby carrier.

2. In the baby carrier described in claim 1, The aforementioned backrest portion is, It has a backrest cushion portion that comes into contact with the infant, and a backrest frame portion that maintains the shape of the backrest cushion portion. The aforementioned seating portion is It has a seat cushion portion that comes into contact with the infant, and a seat frame portion that is connected to the backrest frame portion and maintains the shape of the seat cushion portion. The aforementioned support portion is The backrest frame or the seat frame is movably connected to the first position and the second position. Baby carrier.

3. In the baby carrier described in claim 2, The aforementioned backrest frame section is, It is configured to be removable from the aforementioned backrest, The aforementioned seating frame portion is It is configured to be removable from the aforementioned seating portion, The aforementioned support portion is The backrest frame is removed from the backrest, or the seat frame is removed from the seat. Baby carrier.

4. In the baby carrier according to claim 1 or 2, The infant restraint portion is provided on at least one of the backrest portion or the seat portion and has an infant restraint portion for securing the infant to at least one of the backrest portion or the seat portion. Baby carrier.

5. In the baby carrier described in claim 4, The shoulder rest portion is provided on the backrest and is attached to the user's shoulders, The seat portion is provided and has a waist attachment portion that is attached to the user's waist, The shoulder attachment portion and the waist attachment portion are, The device is configured to be switchable between a first mounting position in which the backrest is attached to the user with one side of the backrest facing the user, and a second mounting position in which the backrest is attached to the user with the other side of the backrest facing the user. Baby carrier.

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