How to Wear

The first babywearing shirt designed exclusively for dads that allows you to transition into babywearing with ease. No complicated wrapping or buckling here, just tuck your sweet baby into the front pouch and give yourself incredible, hands-free support.

Ideal for newborns up to 15lbs.

Load video: With baby on Dad's shoulder, he pulls the Dad Shirt pouch open and slides baby in, while pulling the pouch up.

How To Wear The Dad Shirt

Dad holding baby after removing from pouch.

Step 1

Put on your Dad Shirt as you would a regular shirt. Make sure you have the right size for the proper fit.

opening pouch to put baby in dad shirt

Step 2

Hold baby close to you as you open the pouch of the Dad Shirt. Lift baby up to the opening of the pouch and put baby into the Dad Shirt - feet first.

Dad adjusting the pouch around baby.

Step 3

Allow baby to slide into the pouch as you pull the hood of the pouch up to the back of their head.

Load video: Dad puts his hands under baby's armpits to gently remove him from the Dad Shirt pouch

How To Take Baby Out

Place hands under baby's armpits to gently pull them out of the pouch.

Step 1

Pull the headrest down so that you can reach into the pouch. Place your hands under your baby's armpits.

Pull up until baby's feet clear the pouch.

Step 2

Gently lift baby out of the pouch.

Dad holding baby after removing from pouch.

Step 3

Lift baby out of the pouch until their feet are completely out of the Dad Shirt.

Very Important Fit Info

Model is 5'9" wearing size M

Right Fit = Real Support

The Dad Shirt is meant to be fitted, like your favorite spandex blend workout shirt, not your lounging t-shirt.

Dad wearing newborn in long sleeve Fern Dad Shirt. "Model is 6'2" wearing size XL. Baby is 9.5 lbs"

The Dad Shirt is a Baby Carrier

In order for the Dad Shirt to function properly and securely hold your newborn, it must be form fitting to your body.  A loose shirt will not function properly.

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

How is the Dad Shirt supposed to fit?

The Dad Shirt should fit close to your body—like a performance workout shirt, not a loose tee. It needs to be snug to securely support your baby and function properly as a carrier. A loose fit won’t provide the support needed for safe babywearing.

What if I am between sizes?

Since the Dad Shirt runs a little small and is meant to be fitted, we would recommend sizing up if you're between sizes!

What's the weight limit of the Dad Shirt pouch?

The pouch is intended for newborns between 7 and 15 lbs. For most babies, that's at least for the first 3-4 months (some longer!) The shirt can also be worn without a baby, and no one will notice!

Can I walk around with both hands free?

The pouch does support much of your newborn's weight, however, we still recommend that you always keep one hand on the baby while they are in the pouch.

How do I wash the Dad Shirt?

Machine wash on cold with like colors. Line dry when possible. Low heat iron if needed.

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