This baby carrier can be used from newborns! It can be used from 14 days old to 36 months old. It's from Lucky Industry, a long-established Japanese manufacturer, and is made in Japan. It fits the Japanese physique and is easy to use. All accessories are shown in the photo. It can be used in 4 ways: Facing-in upright carry Facing-out upright carry Back carry Chair belt How about it for preparing for childbirth? Thank you for looking.