Let’s talk about that phase: when your baby AND toddler are both in the koala bear stage. My arms were wrecked. My back was over it. Enter: the Hackerlily HipSurfer. How did I survive without this? I use it for quick errands, daycare pickups, breastfeeding support, and even around the house when my babies need comfort or a feed while I'm cooking dinner. It folds down small, fits my husband and me easily, and the toy loop? Genius. No more lost dummies.
It’s strap-free, which means you don't feel like you’re suiting up for a hike to carry your kid to the letterbox. Bonus points: it is husband-proof. It’s not just practical, it’s stylish enough that I don’t feel like a walking nappy bag.
The verdict? If you’re in the thick of baby/toddler season and want to save your back (and your sanity), the Hackerlily HipSurfer is 100% worth the hype. It’s not just another baby product; it makes your life easier.
Postpartum for me was rife with complications, including a fractured sacrum. The Hipsurfer has really helped to take the pressure off and relieve some of my pain, whilst also giving me another way to bond with my daughter. The features are also really practical. I can’t wait to purchase the new covers coming soon to match my outfits!
I was toying with the idea of buying this for a while. My 12 month old is 12 kilograms and I couldn’t hold him for more than a couple of minutes. I’ve had my hip surfer for two weeks and we’ve used it almost every day. We’ve been to the zoo as well and I was able to carry my son around for half an hour with no difficulties. I think it’s a great option to have compared to just a pram so he can get the 360 degree view. He also really isn’t a fan of a traditional carrier so this has been such a great solution. I also just use it around the house when he’s getting a bit cranky and wants to be picked up. He loves watching me make his breakfast or my coffee in the morning.
I was most unsure because of the price and wasn’t sure if we would use but I think it’s worth it because now I look forward to picking him up and carrying him around to show him things. Before it felt so hard and my arm got sore so quickly that I had to put him down within a few minutes. So so glad I bought it!
The customer service has also been great. There was a mix up with my order and I emailed them. Laura was really apologetic and sent the correct item out express post so really happy with their service ☺️ Thanks again guys!
I knew this would make life easier but it’s actually such an incredible product!! I can fit so much in the pockets and my little koala boy loves it just as much! Super easy to use, comfortable to wear and practical!
As a mum of two under 3, I feel like I’ve permanently got at least one child on my hip. The Hackerlily Hip Surfer has genuinely been a game-changer for our routine. It’s stylish, practical, and actually makes it easier to carry one child while wrangling the other or even our dog!
The two big stand outs are the way my hip surfer immediately relieves the strain on my arms and shoulders. It supports my toddler or baby’s weight on my hip! This means I can cuddle/carry him/her for longer without my arms dying!
The other main stand out for me is the amount I can fit into my hip surfer! Say goodbye to bags that just fall off your shoulders or get in the way, the pockets in my Hipsurfer can fit; my wallet, phone, keys, hand cream, lip balm, nappies, change of clothes, Teether, change mat, travel flask and the accessories that clip on are so handy also as I can fit baby wipes, nappy bags and hand sanitizer!
I got the Hackerlily Hipsurfer for my third baby, and honestly, I just wish I’d found it sooner! It made carrying my (very heavy!) little one so much easier and took a huge load off my shoulders, arms, and hips. It’s comfortable, practical, and such a relief for anyone doing lots of carrying. Total game-changer!
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Honestly I’ve had my carrier for two days and I’m already in love. My first child was in a brace for hip dysplasia for nearly a year, and carrying her was one of the hardest parts. I had a hip carrier but it was a cheap nothing brand and it wasn’t good at all.
My second has just gone into a rhino brace at 3 months and I immediately ordered this when I saw it recommended on a hip dysplasia page. Oh my gosh what a game changer!!! I can hold him with just one hand now, without plastic digging into me or squeezing him too tightly. And the bonus of using it as a feeding support, and being able to fit things in the pocket…it’s amazing.
If you have a hippy baby or bad back, I highly recommend.
PS customer support was great too - the founder supports the hip dysplasia community and replied to me directly when I messaged on instagram. Fabulous.
I absolutely love our hip surfer! I have 5 children and I wish I had one for all of them! My youngest girl is 7 months and loves being carried everywhere so this has helped me so much! I am more comfortable and she is too!
I love its multi function use! She has fallen asleep on it (and looks so peaceful), fed laying on it and in general just loves being close but also having the ability to look around.
Would recommend to every Mum!
Great but not perfect
First off the Hacklerlily is a great product. It is great being able to fit 1 change of clothes and a nappy. In my opion the cover is a waste of time (I have the old version pre leather, they may have fixed it). The cover moves independetly of the carrier making your kid slide on the carrier. I liked it much better once I removed it. I Have the Ergobaby Alta aswell. I prefer this (despite the lack of storage). Simply put it is more stable for the child. The angle is better(steeper) so your kid leans/slides towards you. Because the storage has plastic suport, it is a bit flexable, My 9kg (10month) kid doesn't bend it much, but my 13kg (2yrs) bends it a enough to notice. The result is that I have to put a lot more effort to stop my 2yr from sliding off. I do not have the problem with the Ergo Baby. (I don't know if the new ones have a better angle) However it is nice having 2 Carriers, I often carry both kids as it is easier than dealing with a pram. I do reccomend it, If you prefer storage for stuff, get the hackerlily, if you want a more stable base for you kids, try something elso
The hip surfer is amazing for both my 2.5 year old and my 5 month old. I’ve used it to feed my baby while we’re out and to carry both my baby and my toddler around the zoo, around the shops. My baby fell asleep on my shoulder while out!
Falling asleep on your shoulder while out—that’s the dream! So glad the HipSurfer is making life easier with both your little ones, whether it’s feeding on the go, tackling the shops, or adventuring at the zoo. Sounds like you’re making the most of every moment! Thank you so much for sharing your experience—it means the world.
My daughter is nearly 3 years old but still super clingy with me, never a fan of riding a pram, we got her a babyzen yoyo 2 which mostly just to put bags and shopping on as she never wanted to sit on it, loves to be carried around instead on her ergobaby carrier, which she had already outgrown. I have been looking online comparing products that would be helpful to use with a toddler about 12-14kgs. I have got my eye on the hipsurfer, it was a total game changer, wish I had brought it a lot sooner. It takes the weight off of my back and shoulders, she’s still heavy that doesn’t change the actual fact but it is way manageable and I feel stronger having it on. I find that if I don’t put it high enough and snug enough she weighs double but if I put it on right, it feels like magic. I can’t explain enough how happy I am of this product. So definitely recommend to all mums with babies or toddlers. Thank you for this genius product. 💯
I can’t recommend this HipSurfer enough - it’s been a gamechanger in wearing my girls without any pain or strain! I love that it offers comfort, support & connection all whilst being aesthetic and functional. From running errands, to play dates and everything in between - the HipSurfer fits all of my essentials in the bumbag and literally takes 15 seconds to put on, so convenient! The fact it can be worn from newborn to toddlerhood is incredible, making it a worthy investment! 🥰
I’m so happy with my hacker lily. I use it for both my baby and toddler. No fiddly straps or wraps to get my girls in and out. Just pop on and off effortlessly as needed. Makes rocking baby to sleep or feeding while standing a breeze too. Especially now my back is struggling after 4kids lol.
I wear mine religiously! Literally don't go anywhere without it. Fits everything I need for a bum change and more (3x nappies, tube of nappy cream, small packet of wipes, fold up change mat, spare onesie, my wallet, keys, hand sanitiser, tissues, my phone, and a teething ring!), no need for the nappy bag or a purse anymore! I love being practically handsfree and still close to bub.
Half of the time l'd end up holding her while pushing the pram as she hated being in it, but now my hands are free to push the trolley or hold a basket without having to worry about bub screwing the grotty metal bars or trolley handles! I can go anywhere so freely now, the hip surfer seriously lifted the load, mentally and physically, for me postpartum. Less back and headaches, more stress-free time spent adventuring without worrying about bringing the kitchen sink with me on outings! I’ve gone solo to a wiggles concert with it, and taken it to a wedding! So perfect and easy to take bub on the go, Everyone comments on it too! Not even kidding, every little trip to the shops and I get stopped at least 3 times. I make sure to send them to your website! Such a miracle product, I probably wouldn’t have bought a pram in the first place if I have known about the hip surfer sooner! If there’s one product I recommend to new mums, it’s the hackerlily hip surfer!! You don’t know me Laura, but I love you!
Bub and I both LOVE the hip surfer! This makes going out so much easier and convenient, it also melts my heart every time my baby falls asleep on me when I’m wearing the hip surfer, I think every mum and dad needs one!
I'm only a week in and am planning on getting a second one so I can keep one in the car and have one for around the house!
I've not had much luck with over the shoulder carriers, could never get them to sit comfortably and definitely couldn't wear them for long periods of time. But I needed SOMETHING to give me some relief from a velcro baby. My boy is 6 months old and being able to to have him rest comfortably on my hip without it taking extended strength from my arms has been amazing. The first time we tried it out, he fell asleep against my shoulder within 10 mins. Instant win!
Game-changer.
(It's also a gorgeous design and has the perfect amount of storage for phone/keys for those quick school drop offs!)
Received this last night and already used it at home to put baby girl to sleep!
Bubs is 9 months a quite heavy, maybe about 12kg now, and just to run into the shops to grab one thing I need the pram every time but now i know this will save me! So easy to use and we do travel a bit as a family but she doesn’t like the carrier for long periods she likes to be free this child but the Hackerlily she’s actually so content in! I used it at home to do a few things around the house while holding her and it was perfect !! The only thing I was annoyed about is that I didn’t buy it sooner! LOVE THIS!
We love using this when we’re out and about at events and at home to help soothe. The best is that it’s easy to transfer a sleeping baby. Quality is great. Would recommend!
My bub is 9 months old and the hipsurfer has been lifesaving.
It's great for when he doesn't want to go in the carrier, I want to run into the shops quickly without getting the pram out etc. It has reduced my back pain significantly and makes it so much easier to do tasks.
The hip surfer is the best baby carrier I’ve ever used! The weight distribution is fantastic, taking all the stress off your back and shoulders.
I’m also loving the gingham print cover! Such a fun way to style the hip surfer. I could easily go out and fit wipes, nappies, a toy and a bottle of milk all in the carrier, this really is the best carrier ever!
If you’re shopping around for a carrier then look no further!
What an amazing, easy to use product! I ummed and ahhhed about whether to buy it, but I’m sooo glad I did!! I use it to quickly run in a shop, walks with my dogs, feeding while walking around, even took my son up to present awards to my Year 6 students and he just sat there, on his Hipsurfer thrown like the king he is 😇 great investment! My friends are already talking about buying one too. Thanks for saving my back!!
I use mine every day, from running errands to around the house when baby just needs to be carried.
It has replaced my go everywhere bag as it has great pocket space.
I was injured right before giving birth so when I saw it pop up on Instagram I eventually gave in after telling myself I didn't need it- boy was I wrong.
Of course no one needs anything as such but I actually couldn't imagine coping without it. It gives me freedom, support and a happy baby!
So grateful for this lovely business, kind and real❤️🙏
My order came so fast!
The leather version is great and it’s not as bulky as I thought from looking at the pictures. The black corduroy cover is so luxe, as is the vegan leather.
But my main wow factor is- how good it is to hold the little one! Why did I not get this sooner! Total game changer. It’s so sweet he puts his little arm around me and I am not straining any arms, hips, it’s just so easy to hold him close :) even bending down whilst holding him is easy.
Thankyou so much!
I’m not sure where to start about this amazing product but I needed to write a review so anyone considering investing does! The HipSurfer SAVED MY BACK. I started using it with my newborn and now he is getting bigger can’t go a day without strapping it on. Thanks guys it’s deserving of all its awards 👏🏼❤️
I’ve been using the HipSurfer for three months now, and it’s become my go-to for almost everything—shopping, visiting my sister, appointments, the doctors, and even the Paw Patrol show! I recently travelled with it, and it was a lifesaver. It’s so easy to use at the airport and even walking up the aisle of the plane. You just slip it under the seat in front of you, then pop it on before disembarking—so convenient!
One of the best features is the front pocket, perfect for holding essentials like Jenina’s bib and my keys. I even take it on walks. It’s so handy that once, when I didn’t bring it on a walk and Jenina wanted to hop out of the I’ve been using the HipSurfer for three months now, and it’s become my go-to for almost everything—shopping, visiting my sister, appointments, the doctors, and even the Paw Patrol show! I recently travelled with it, and it was a lifesaver. It’s so easy to use at the airport and even walking up the aisle of the plane. You just slip it under the seat in front of you, then pop it on before disembarking—so convenient!
One of the best features is the front pocket, perfect for holding essentials like Jenina’s bib and my keys. I even take it on walks. It’s so handy that once, when I didn’t bring it on a walk and Jenina wanted to hop out of the pram, I regretted not having it with me. I could really feel the difference—it’s comfort for both of us. She loves the closeness, and I love how it gives her independence without the fuss of straps.
The HipSurfer has made a noticeable difference for my back too. I no longer deal with the same lower back pain, and I can feel the improvement. Honestly, it just takes one use to realise what you’ve been missing. I highly recommend trying it out—it’s been such a helpful, game-changing product for us!
