Babywearing Jackets & Covers

A babywearing jacket lets you carry your child in your regular coat, front or back, without putting a heavy snowsuit on your baby or draping an extra layer over the carrier. The jacket includes removable inserts that zip into the front and back to create space around your child.

Most babywearing jackets work as three products in one: a normal coat for everyday use, a pregnancy jacket as your bump grows, and a babywearing jacket (draagjas) once your baby arrives. That three-stage lifespan makes them a more durable investment than a purpose-built maternity or carrier-only coat.

What to look for when buying a babywearing jacket

Buy your own size. The inserts expand to fit your bump or your baby, so sizing up is not necessary. Check whether the jacket supports both front and back carry if you use both positions. Look at the season it is designed for: some are winter-only, others work across autumn and spring as well. Do not put your baby in thick outerwear inside the jacket. Your child keeps their indoor layers on, and the jacket covers both of you. This is safer and more comfortable than layering heavily inside a carrier.

Brands at Babymaxi

Mamalila specialises in babywearing jackets in organic and recycled materials, with clean, timeless styling built to last well beyond the babywearing stage. Wombat & Co. London offers a wider range including the lightweight packable Numbat Go, the men's babywearing parka Bandicoot, and the premium unisex Koala coat.