When purchasing a baby-wearing device, it is important to choose a product that encourages healthy hip development for your baby. Babies are at risk for hip dysplasia (malformation of the hip socket) and hip dislocations because their hip sockets are very small at birth. Proper positioning of the hips helps decrease the risk of hip dysplasia and hip dislocations. Proper positioning of the hips is especially important during the first 6 months of life when the hips are rapidly