Abstract: The ?unilaterally functioning,! single arm infant carrier is a combination of elements creating a cantilevered effect such that the user is allowed to support the full weight of the carrier while keeping his/her arm in a more mechanically efficient position, close to the body. The single, upstanding arm may be released from and connected to either side of infant carrier so that the carrier may be supported with either arm of user. The upper end of the arm bears a support cuff which provides a weight bearing surface onto the forearm of the user. Both sides of the front portion of the carrier have a hand grip opening to receive the hand of the user as it extends downwardly and forwardly through the cuff of the single arm. Contoured hip pads are provided on either side of the carrier for an additional weight bearing surface.