The healthiest way to carry your baby, especially for the first 6 months, is having them against your tummy facing you (also known as inward-facing) according to the International Hip Dysplasia Institute. However, it is not as simple as popping your baby in a carrier facing you. This is because your baby’s hips must be in a frog position (also known as an “M” shape) as this encourages normal hip development. In addition to the position of their hips and legs, it is important that your baby’s back be curved or bent and their head should rest on your chest to support normal development of their spine.
