ONE CARRIER. FOR 3+ YEARS. A THOUSAND CUDDLES. YOUR RIDE OR DIE FROM DAY 1.
The original, Australian-owned strap-free hipseat baby carrier and bum bag that takes the weight off your arms, shoulders and back. Built for quick ups, downs and everything in between, it’s comfy, luxurious and ready in seconds — perfect for newborns, babies and toddlers up to 15kg. The built-in storage is cleverly designed for real-life parenting, with 4 functional pockets (including a bottle holder) to keep everything within reach — ideal for home, travel and sharing between family members.
It gives you the comfort of a baby carrier, the convenience of a bum bag, and the freedom to carry your little one through every phase.
Sizing:
Fits AU sizes 8–18 (waist 59–117cm) with an optional extender to fit up to AU 28.
Accessories not included. Have one arm around your child at all times.
Always Carry Your Child With One Arm Around Them At All Times
The HipSurfer is packed with clever features to make everyday carrying easier, comfier, and more convenient — for newborns, toddlers and every “carry me!” moment in between.
Ergonomic Hipseat – Supports your baby’s hips in the healthy “M” position recommended by health professionals. The structured seat absorbs their weight so you’re not popping out your own hip like a human shelf. Better for their development, and way better for your back.
Strap-Free Waistband Design – No straps, no drama. The wide, padded waistband wraps around your waist and evenly distributes weight for pain-free carrying. One simple buckle, on in seconds. Fits AU sizes 6–18, with an optional extender for sizes up to AU 28.
Five Carry Positions – One carrier, five ways to wear: newborn hold / breastfeeding support (from birth), side carry (6+ months), facing in (4+ months), facing out (6+ months), and tummy time/burping support. Adjusts in seconds depending on your day (or your baby’s mood).
Built-In Bum Bag Storage – Holds the essentials so you can ditch the nappy bag. The zipped seat pocket fits nappies, wipes, snacks and sunnies. Side pockets keep your phone, keys, dummies and lip balm handy.
Toy Loop – Keep toys, teethers and muslins close and off the ground with the handy side loop.
Button & Loop Closure – Folds and fastens neatly for travel or storage when not in use.
Hidden Mesh Bottle Holder – A discreet pocket behind the seat stores a bottle for on-the-go feeds. Pop it out when you need it, slide it back in when you're done.
The HipSurfer is claimable through the NDIS as an assistive technology device.
The HipSurfer is approved by Doctors, sleep and breastfeeding experts across Australia
FOR PARENTS & CARERS
It’s a medical fact, carrying your growing children (especially as a new mother or grandparent) can cause injury and long-term chronic pain, if the cause of the condition is not treated.
Common conditions that the HipSurfer can aid, reduce, improve or prevent include:
Spinal Curvature:
We’ve all seen the mum in the park popping her hip out to carry her toddler - now imagine doing that 100 times a day for 3-9 years. That has got to do some kind of chronic, long-term damage right?
The HipSurfer has been designed to reduce the ‘hip-pop’ and to improve posture and overall spine and back health in carers.
Dr Jacey says 'The HipSurfer provides a beautiful merriment of caring for your spine as a parent and supporting your child to have a freedom and flexibility they need."
"As a Chiropractor I am constantly working with parents who have created a ‘sway’ in their lumbar spine from constantly holding their baby on one hip. These postural imbalances lead to stress and strain that can affect function and also be painful.
The HipSurfer provides parents with a thick comfortable belt that distributes the weight well. Allowing the parent to remain in a more neutral position. Because it provides such good support for the child, it also means parents can then start to practice holding the child on the other side. Chiropractors always love balancing out patterns and habits like this. It’s good for the body and also good for the brain!"
RSI’s:
Brock Smith, Brisbane based physio says: a sudden increase in lifting can cause overuse injuries (RSI) in the elbow, thumb, back, neck, shoulders, forearms and other susceptible areas.
Solution: The HipSurfer’s ergonomic design allows the baby to rest their full weight on the hipseat, allowing the parent to rest their lower back, arms, shoulders, wrists and fingers. By reducing the action and impact of gripping and holding the child’s total weight, this will in turn reduce the chance of an RSI.
SJI:
Hormones are released in pregnancy which cause ligaments to relax in preparation for childbirth. Unfortunately this can also cause some joints to move more than what they are meant to - SJI is one example of this. The Sacro-iliac joint sits at the base of the spine. Normally this has very minimal movement, although during pregnancy it can move more and cause irritation, shooting pain and swelling in the area. This irritation can then be exaggerated when carrying a new baby on the hip"
Solution: Brock recommends the HipSurfer to any new mum who is facing challenges with overuse injuries like SJI to trial off-loading the painful area - reducing the pain stress and allowing some time to heal.
The HipSurfer can help with treating the underlying cause to a range of injuries facing new mums and other parents. By relieving the cause of pain by using the HipSurfer, it can mean less costs in attending appointments and more time spent at home with your bub. Who wouldn’t want that?
It is recommended to talk to your Physio to see if this product is right for you"
FOR BABIES
The HipSurfer supports the healthy M position for babies (this is where their knees are above their bum) and helps reduce the cause and recovery of overuse injuries related to baby carrying.
No longer will you be permanently fixed in the popped-out-hip, weird curved back, baby hanging off you, kinda struggling #mumsstance.
Dr Ali Young Says: "As a parent who had a child with hip dysplasia, I wish I had this product to help with carrying my little girl."
"As a practitioner, I love the design and the angle of the hips around the mother, the support it offers, and the ability to have an attached parenting style whilst still maintaining the integrity of the child's hip function."
Premium Vegan Leather Finish
Crafted from high-quality vegan leather that’s buttery-soft, durable and made to last. Designed for everyday wear, easy cleaning, and years of up-down-up-again use by the whole family. Ethically sourced and thoughtfully made in partnership with our trusted manufacturing team.
Care Instructions
No need to toss it in the wash — just wipe clean with a damp cloth and you’re good to go.
To keep your HipSurfer looking fresh for longer, we highly recommend using one of our interchangeable washable covers (sold separately) — they’re quick to swap and protect your carrier from mess and wear.
Materials
Outer: Premium vegan leather
Lining: Polyester + cotton blend
Internal Support Bracket: Lightweight EPP (remains inside during use
DO NOT USE HIPSURFER
BEFORE USING HIPSURFER
DURING USE
WARRANTY
Q: What's The main difference Between 'Original' and Vegan Leather HipSurfer?
Material: The Original is made from durable, high quality polyester material that can be washed on a gentle cycle. Whereas, the Vegan Leather can only be wiped clean.
Pockets: The Vegan Leather has a larger side pocket to store your phone and keys (the Original pocket is more slimline)
Weight: The Vegan Leather is slightly heavier (100 grams heaver)
Length: The Vegan Leather waistband is about 5cm longer than the Original HipSurfer waistband
0 - 3 YEARS
4 Months to 3 Years
6 Months - 3 Years
6 Months - 3 Years
We’ve got your back — and your peace of mind. Not sure if it fits right? We offer free video fitting consultations.
If you don't completely love your purchase, you ca easily return it for a full refund on the product price. Got a question? Reach out. We’re real humans, ready to help.
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!
There’s one thing better than supporting Aussie women-owned businesses: when the products you buy are perfection!
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.
The HipSurfer is seriously a game changer for travel. Ever since my bubba arrived, my wrists have been so sore! As soon as I put the HipSurfer on, my hands were so much more relaxed and travelling is so much easier now.
This is a carrier without all the weird straps around you, it makes it very easy (and quick) to change my baby from the siting position to the breastfeeding one or even from side to side… It really takes her dead weight off me so I can carry her longer.
Since my baby started walking, he no longer wants to be strapped into the carrier or pram. After trying the HipSurfer and realising how much pressure was taken off my wrist and how easy it was to hold our baby, it this product really is a no-brainer!
Pediatricians recommend a healthy seated “M” position when babies are being carried - and luckily for you, the HipSufer naturally promotes this through it's ergonomic design.
The “M” position means your little one’s knees should be sitting higher than their bum when they’re in the face-to-face and side carry position.
For more information about the hip healthy "M" position or download our Product and Safety Manual
The Hackerlily HipSurfer can be used from birth as a breastfeeding or sleep support aid. From 4 -6 months old, babies can hop on and take a ride on the HipSurfer (facing in towards you). As your baby grows and starts to sit up and explore the world, you will see your HipSurfer grow into its baby carrying golden years!
Learn more in our Product and Safety Manual here
Babies can face forward in the HipSurfer once they have strong neck control, usually around 6 months old. This ensures their head and neck are supported, making it safe for them to explore the world around them while keeping you comfortable.
Hackerlily provides a 1 year product warranty (effective from date of purchase) for the HipSurfer and Rebel backpack which covers any manufacturer defects in material or workmanship.
For all other products provide a 90 day warranty.
We are 100% here to support you so please reach out with any queries on this at hello@hackerlily.com
Read more in our Returns and Refund Policy page
Absolutely the HipSurfer is a total game changer for grandparents who want to hold their grandchild closer for longer. We've received nothing but rave reviews.
Strappy carriers can often become burdensome, especially when sharing amongst several family members.
The HipSurfer is so easy to put on and adjust. The wide waistband is extremely comfortable and the HipSurfer absorbs the full weight of your grandchild.
Babies can begin to face outward in the HipSurfer Infant carrier when they can independently hold their head up, which is typically around 4 to 6 months of age. Beyond facing outward, your baby can face you for direct interaction and bonding or be positioned on your hip for a comfortable side-straddle, making it easier for parents to use their hands while baby can have a new perspective.
The HipSurfer is approved by Doctors and has won multiple Gold Awards for product design and family travel. The HipSurfer toddler carrier can support children up to 15Kgs or 3 years old, allowing for 3 years of everyday use.
Yes, the HipSurfer is designed with newborns in mind and can support safe positioning from birth. The HipSurfer supports the natural M-position, recommended for healthy hip development. It's perfect for those early days of bonding and breastfeeding while keeping your little one close and secure.
No, the HipSurfer actually supports healthy hip development. It encourages the recommended M-position for babies, which is critical in preventing hip dysplasia. Our carrier is doctor-approved and ideal for babies with hip concerns, even those using a hip brace.
Absolutely! The HipSurfer’s ergonomic design helps babies relax and drift off to sleep. With no buckles to disturb them, they can be easily transferred to a cot or pram without disruption. It’s a lifesaver for busy parents with little ones who need naps on the go!
Definitely! The HipSurfer’s one-buckle system makes it quick and easy to adjust between users of different body shapes and sizes. It’s perfect for sharing between parents, grandparents, and other caregivers without hassle.
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