Newborn Hold

Locate the two snaps on either side of the warning label. Snap them to the two corresponding snaps on the body of the carrier.

Take off both waist belt buckles. Turn both of them over and rethread them (this is to prevent twisted webbing when using the Newborn Hold). Test both buckles by sliding them along the webbing. (This step is only needed the first and the last time you use the newborn hold).

Place waist belt (pocket side towards you) in front of you at hip level. Buckle the carrier behind your back and adjust as necessary so the waist belt rests snugly just above your hip bones.

Bring both shoulder straps up and over your shoulders.

Bring both hands behind your neck and fasten chest strap.

Adjust both shoulder straps so that you create a pouch in front of you just big enough to comfortably insert your baby. Both sides of the body of the carrier should be almost flush with your body.

Take your baby with both hands and carefully slide your baby inside the carrier. Your baby must be facing you. NEVER place your baby facing forward.

Your baby’s legs should be in the frog position/fetal tuck and should always be touching your body (do not place your baby’s feet inside snapped area).

Adjust the shoulder straps so that your baby is fully supported by the carrier. Please make sure to tighten the side adjustments to prevent your baby from slumping and to provide improved back support for your baby.

Adjust head support straps (located inside the pocket) as necessary. Your baby’s head should be resting on your chest and facing either left or right. Your baby’s nose should be, at the very least, parallel to the floor at all times. When your baby falls asleep his or her nose should be pointed higher. Please read the enclosed Babywearing Safety Manual to ensure your baby’s safety.