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Tushbaby Liftoff Toddler Sling: a lighter option for up and down toddlers

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Current discount reported on November 2, 2026: 16% off sitewide. It has reached 22% during holiday sales. Discounts change, so check the final price at checkout.

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What Liftoff is

Liftoff is a lightweight, portable toddler sling, listed on Tushbaby at $72 to $92 depending on color, with a rating of about 4.3 from 107 reviews at the time I checked on November 4, 2026. Check the final price at checkout, because prices and colors change.

Tushbaby describes Liftoff as a toddler carrier that grows with them, with an expandable seat that fits smaller kids, then expands as they grow, giving bigger toddlers more room and a supportive place to sit. When your toddler is ready to run again, Liftoff rolls up small and stores easily in a bag. It also has a phone pocket and a bottle holder built in.

I have not found a weight limit for Liftoff in the product text I checked, so I am not quoting one here. Check the product page for the current limit before you buy, and follow the manufacturer instructions for your exact product.

Liftoff, Hip Carrier, and 2 in 1, at a glance

ProductWhat it isBest for
Liftoff Toddler SlingShoulder sling, expandable seat, rolls up smallLight, portable toddler carries, up and down days, and packing small
Hip CarrierWaist seat, up to 3 years old or 45 lbsShort, repeated carries, with the weight at your waist
2 in 1 Convertible CarrierHip seat plus Snug, 12 to 45 lbs facing inward, 16 to 45 lbs facing outwardWhen you need both hands free for a longer stretch
Pearl WrapNewborn wrap, 8 to 20 lbs, facing inward onlyNewborns, not toddlers

When Liftoff makes sense, and when it does not

Liftoff makes sense when you want something lighter than a waist seat, and smaller to pack. For a quick trip, a game, a store run, or a day where your toddler will be up and down, a sling you can roll up and toss in a bag is easier than a seat you wear all day.

Liftoff does not replace the Hip Carrier for everyone. A waist seat puts the weight at your waist, while a sling puts it on your shoulder, so how it feels depends on your body and your toddler. If you already love the Hip Carrier, Liftoff is a lighter second option, not a required upgrade. If the Hip Carrier slides down for you, or you want something that packs smaller, Liftoff is worth a look.

Liftoff is not for newborns. It is a toddler sling. For a newborn, use the Pearl Wrap, 8 to 20 lbs, facing inward only, and once your baby can hold their head up, seated carrying in the Hip Carrier begins.

Questions about Liftoff

What is the Tushbaby Liftoff Toddler Sling?

It is a lightweight, portable toddler sling with an expandable seat that fits smaller kids, then expands as they grow, and rolls up small to store in a bag.

How is Liftoff different from the Hip Carrier?

The Hip Carrier is a waist seat. Liftoff is a shoulder sling. Liftoff is lighter and packs smaller, while the Hip Carrier puts the weight at your waist.

Is Liftoff for newborns?

No. Liftoff is a toddler sling. For a newborn, use the Pearl Wrap, 8 to 20 lbs, facing inward only.

More guides on this site

Read the Hip Carrier review, the Pearl review, the 2 in 1 review, the toddler up and down guide, the sizing guide, the holiday gift guide, the discount code page, and take the carrier finder quiz.