The word 'papoose' can also mean a
child carrier. This is because many emulate the styles of the
North American cradles (see article above). Some are simple
slings and others are similar to a rucksack; unlike
rucksacks, papooses can be worn on either the
front or the
back.
These are very popular in the United Kingdom and the USA at the moment, although they are seldom called papooses.