Breastfeeding in a babycarrier

Nursing in a baby carrier? Totally possible – and honestly, kind of a lifesaver.

If you’re already babywearing – or thinking about it – you’ve probably wondered: can I breastfeed while baby’s in the carrier? Short answer: yes, absolutely. A lot of times it just naturally happens, and when it does, it’s really helpful to know how to make it work.

I actually learned how to do it pretty quickly. We were out longer than expected, my son woke up earlier than I thought he would and started screaming his little head off – trying to headbutt my chest like a hungry bird. So I just pulled down my shirt and let him nurse right there in the carrier. And you know what? It worked. He calmed down, and we walked home peacefully like nothing ever happened. Then he went right back to sleep.

Now, I’m not saying you’ll be walking around with a baby latched on 24/7 (although… let’s be honest, sometimes yeah, it feels like that). But being able to nurse in the carrier? That’s a game-changer. It’s discreet, comfy, and super handy when you’re out and about, juggling your other kid, or just trying to get through the day without stopping every 30 minutes.

It helps when your baby struggles to latch in a traditional position, or when you really need at least one free hand. It can be magic during teething, illness, sleep strikes – basically any time your little one just needs that extra comfort.

Like anything new, it takes a bit of practice. But once you get the hang of it, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without it. And yes, it totally works with newborns – don’t be afraid to try.

So how does it work?

The goal is pretty simple: get the nipple to the baby (or the baby to the nipple). Usually, baby’s head is resting high on your chest – way above boob level. So you need to create an "L" shape: lower baby slightly and shift them to the side a bit. Just be sure to keep their position ergonomic, and that their head can tilt back properly so they can latch at a good angle.

After feeding, always adjust baby back to center and higher up – for your comfort and theirs.

Want to learn how to adjust your carrier for nursing or find a position that works for you? You know where to find me – drop me a message at zumbucca.carrier@gmail.com or on Zumbucca’s Messenger.

I can help you breastfeed in any carrier or wrap.

And guess what? Feeding in a carrier isn’t just for breastfeeding parents. Adoptive parents or those bottle-feeding love it too. It can be almost hands-free, and the close contact helps build a beautiful bond between baby and caregiver.

Even if you’re using a supplemental nursing system, you can totally make it work – stash the bottle in your waistband and manage the tube with one hand.

Honestly, it’s one of the most practical ways to feed a baby. I swear by it. Wanna try?