Keeping mommy, daddy and baby in close contact is what the Baby Bjorn carrier does oh so well. The latest design, which is new for 2001, is the culmination of over 25 years of continuous development. Baby Bjorns commitment to high quality and superior functionality is why this award- winning baby carrier has earned its place in the upper echelon of baby must-have gear. The 2001 Baby Carrier enhancements include a new closure system that is easier to operate and quieter, so as not to awaken your sleeping passenger. The snaps have been removed and replaced with a locking clip and buttons. Theres also reflective trim for nighttime safety. It can be used from around the first week (if your baby is at least 21 inches long and weighs more than 8 pounds) through babys first year (with a maximum weight of 33 pounds). Baby at first faces inward, then turns outward as she gets bigger. It provides strong support for babys neck and back, and it leaves your hands free to juggle the zillion things youre doing. Mothers can nurse in privacy without removing baby from the carrier. Quick and easy to put on and take off, all the adjustments are made in the front. Care Instructions: Made from 100% cotton, the Baby Bjorn carrier is conveniently machine-washable.