The patented NüRoo Pocket is the only babywearing shirt that offers full coverage and mobility for moms practicing skin-to-skin contact with their newborns which doubles as a hands-free newborn carrier. No wrapping tying and knotting… you get the closeness of a wrap without the hassle! The cross and hug closures provide a custom fit as your body changes and your baby grows. Our signature NüRoo fabric is super soft breathable moisture-wicking and offers just the right amount of compression to ensure proper position and continued support. This baby carrier shirt is also NICU friendly/approved and allows access to the baby for NICU use or routine hospital procedures. It has a comfortable adjustable fit and support belt for baby back and belly support. Use it as a maternity shirt nursing top or skin-to-skin carrier for pre or full-term babies. This newborn carrier adheres to sling carrier standards and is tested up to 45 lbs. Over 40 years of research have shown that in the early months of life skin-to-skin contact also referred to as kangaroo care creates remarkable benefits for you and your baby. NüRoo products are designed around a simple principle. Closest to Mom. Best for Baby. We believe in the importance of the 4th trimester and the instinctual need you and your baby have to be close to each other. We believe in the power of touch: to heal to comfort to nurture and grow your baby. What touches your baby’s skin has the power to make them feel safe secure and at ease in a world that is so new and overwhelming. Our signature fabric was researched and designed to be incredibly soft to the touch holding your baby with the kind of gentle tenderness that you do.