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Step Caddy by PLUMFISH LLC is redefining toddler carriers. Its science-backed approach to creating weightless carrying for parents offers unmatched comfort, balance, and mobility in a convenient, light, portable package.
United States, March 5, 2025 -- A New Era in Toddler Carriers
PLUMFISH LLC has introduced Step Caddy, a groundbreaking toddler carrier specifically designed for children aged 2 to 5 years old. Unlike traditional soft carriers, slings, or bulky framed carriers, Step Caddy provides an ergonomic and practical solution that eliminates back strain and ensures maximum comfort for parents and children alike.
The inspiration for the Step Caddy emerged in 2014 when Fishwick sought a carrier for his then 5-year-old twin girls. Traditional framed carriers were bulky and unsuitable for the older toddler while existing slings and soft carriers placed undue strain on the shoulders and back. Recognizing the need for a compact, efficient, and ergonomic solution that protected the spine, Fishwick conceptualized a carrier that allows children to stand, distributing their weight directly to the parent’s hips with a special load-bearing waist belt.
Customer: “Spent the afternoon at Laguna Seca watching the Grand Prix. With Step Caddy, we were both able to enjoy the sights and sounds. No fuss. No aches. No pains. Amazing day.”
Designed for Active Parents and Adventurous Kids
Step Caddy stands out in the market by addressing the specific needs of children aged 2 to 5. Unlike traditional child carriers that often rely on shoulder support, Step Caddy uses a patented waist belt that creates a low center of mass and the optimal load-transfer point to ensure all weight goes to the hips, allowing for greater mobility and long-lasting comfort.
Key Features of Step Caddy
- Weightless Carrying – Step Caddy’s design transfers all weight directly to the hips, bypassing the spine. Eliminating back strain and improving balance, mobility, stability, and comfort.
- Fast and Easy – Designed for independent toddlers, the Step Caddy enables simple, unsupervised mounting and dismounting, allowing parents to transition between carrying and walking quickly and easily.
- Secure and Comfortable – Magnetic safety buckles self-home and auto-lock, ensuring the child’s safety harness is secure with easy access for the parents. Secure stirrups keep the child’s feet stable, eliminating the risk of slipping or falling.
- Compact and Lightweight – Weighing just 2.5 lbs (~1kg), Step Caddy is light and folds away small, making it convenient to stow in a day bag, car trunk, or carry-on luggage. It is ideal for spontaneous adventures, travel, or urban exploration.
Fishwick dedicated over two years to designing and refining the Step Caddy. He acquired sewing skills, attended industry trade shows, collaborated with industry experts, and worked with a group of families for product testing.
Customer: “Carried my kid for hours with Step Caddy. Legitimately expected to be sore, but experienced nothing. It’s great.”
The Science Behind the Comfort
Step Caddy’s design is backed by biomechanical research on weight distribution. A study in the Journal of Biomechanics found that hip belts significantly reduce spinal strain, improving balance and mobility.
Step Caddy’s unique combination of a load-bearing waist belt, standing position, and stirrups creates a very low center of mass and the optimal load-transfer point, bypassing the spine, eliminating back strain, and improving balance, mobility, and stability. This allows parents to carry their child for longer without fatigue. It is a game-changer for hiking, traveling, and everyday adventures.
Customer: “So easy and comfortable, it’s a game changer.”
Why Step Caddy is the Best Choice Over Traditional Carriers
Most soft carriers and slings rely on the parent’s shoulders to support the child’s weight, making long-term wear uncomfortable. Traditional framed carriers, while offering better support, can be too bulky and impractical, or the child outgrows them in size, energy levels, or usage patterns.
Step Caddy fills this gap by providing a lightweight, hip-supported carrier that is easy to use and transport. Parents no longer need to deal with sore shoulders or carry oversized gear. Instead, they can enjoy their outings with a carrier designed specifically for the unique needs of the older toddler.
Innovation for Families on the Move
Step Caddy was designed for families who love adventure but need a practical solution for carrying toddlers. Whether hiking through a national park, navigating a busy city, attending a concert, enjoying an outdoor festival, relaxing at the beach, or simply making it through the last leg of a long day out, Step Caddy offers a comfortable, compact, and hassle-free way to carry children with ease.
Parents no longer have to choose between comfort and mobility—PLUMFISH LLC ensures they can enjoy their outings without back pain or the hassle of a cumbersome carrier with Step Caddy.
To learn more, visit Step Caddy Official Website.
About PLUMFISH LLC
PLUMFISH LLC is an innovative product design company founded by Nicholas Fishwick, an engineer and father dedicated to creating practical solutions for active parents. The company’s flagship product, Step Caddy, is a testament to ingenuity, thoughtful design, and a deep understanding of the challenges parents face.