baba slings instructions english

• 5 positions • birth - 2+ years • 3kg/6.6lb -13kg/28.66lb

Instructions • English

Original Design by Baba Slings Pty LtdSince 1999

INDEXWarnings.....................................................4

Features.......................................................8

Introduction................................................9

T.I.C.K.S...................................................10

Get going...................................................11

Upright Position........................................12

Easy Rider + breastfeeding.......................13

Hammock + breastfeeding........................14

Hipstar.......................................................14

Joey Position ............................................15

Taking Sling Off & Warranty....................16

Why Carry?

Parents everywhere are rediscovering the importance of carrying their young. Holding a young child close to your body is both practical for parents and comforting for baby, assisting them to transition through the exterogestation period. It also gives dad an opportunity to deeply connect with baby.

Why a Baba Sling?

Machine washable • Manufactured under the strictest quality control • Brilliant for sleeping and Machine washable • Manufactured under the strictest quality control • Brilliant for sleeping and breastfeeding babies • Extended use from birth up to two years+ • A variety of designer prints to suit your style • Increases the intimacy between you and your little one • Puts no pressure on baby’s developing hips and spine • Supports the neck and head • Enhances prolactin flows, which is the bonding hormone • Cuts down on crying and fussing • Reduces reflux and colic • Helps to complete baby’s exterogestation period • Easy to put on, even easier to take off (you don’t haveto wake up bub!)

BBaba Slings unique features include:

Safety and practicality • Wide and thick Shoulder Padding to cushion your shoulders • A Large high quality side release ski Buckle with padding underneath • The Safety Buckle positioned conveniently under Large Buckle for extra safety • Double Adjustment Straps for increased security and to accommodate different body sizes in both you - the wearer, your fellow carriers and bub, as he or she grows • A wide Hammock, so that even a toddler can fully lie down to sleep • 2 well padded Railings • The handy Pocket for those odds and ends • A Loop, for attaching toys and keys • Label, so you know you have the genuine product, and to help you correctly position keys • Label, so you know you have the genuine product, and to help you correctly position the sling on your body

Before you get going...

• Make sure you always hear an audible click when fastening each Buckle. • Always fasten the smaller Safety Buckle when using the sling. • Check that your Baba Sling is in good condition before each use. • Change shoulders periodically (every 45 mins is ideal) - when you do, exchange the Adjustment Straps. The bottom railing is always slightly longer, the top one tighter.

Working with the Adjustment Straps

Ensure the Safety Strap is always longer than the two Adjustment Straps to prevent it digging into your back • Experiment with the different positions • You don’t need to take baby out of the sling to manoeuvre into another comfortable position, unless you are changing shoulders • Practice makes perfect • Practice with a doll first and/or have someone assist you when you first use the sling

FFiner points...

•Try your Baba Sling for the first time with your baby when you are both relaxed and calm. • If at first a position doesn’t feel quite right, adjust the fabric around baby for a better fit - perhaps baby might like to have their head or feet out. • Always support baby’s head, either with your arm and/or the Hammock fabric & railings. • If you feel you need to hold your baby, try tightening the Straps. • It’s more secure to have the Straps shorter rather than longer. • Make sure that the shoulder pad doesn’t ride up your neck. • Make sure that the shoulder pad doesn’t ride up your neck. • Hold baby when bending over or leaning forward.

Joey Position

Hammock+ Breastfeeding

Hipstar

Upright Position Easy Rider + Breastfeeding

WARNINGIMPORTANT! KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING – Failure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions can result in death or serious injury.

Only use this carrier with children weighing between 3.5kg /7.71lb & 13kg /28.66lb

WATCH Video Instructions on DVD or http://www.babaslings.comRead all Printed Instructions & view instructional videos before using.

Follow T.I.C.K.S for Babywearing at all times.Always ensure that baby’s airway is unobstructed & baby is breathing.

Follow rules for Breastfeeding, if feeding in the Baba Sling.Make Sure that baby’s chin does not rest on its chest.

Do not leave baby unattended while wrapped in the sling.Not flame retardant; do not wear near open flames.

Baba Slings Pty Ltd Australia is not responsible for accidents or injuriesthat could occur from improper use, nor are affiliates, distributors or partners.

Do not remove label. Please inform us if the label has been tampered with. SUFFOCATION HAZARD – Babies younger than 4 months can

suffocate in this product if face is pressed tightly against your body.Babies at greatest risk of suffocation include those born

prematurely and those with respiratory problems.Check often to make sure baby’s face is uncovered, clearly visible,

and away from caregiver’s body at all times.Make sure baby does not curl into a position with the chin

resting on or near baby’s chest. This position can interfere with breathing, even when nothing is covering the nose or mouth.

If you nurse your baby in carrier, always reposition after feeding so baby’s face is not pressed against your body.

Never use this carrier with babies smaller than 8lb/3.6kg without seeking the advice of a healthcare professional.

WARNING: Your balance may be adversely affected by your movement and that of your child;

WARNING: Take care when bending or leaning forward;

WARNING: This carrier is not suitable for use during sporting activities.

FALL HAZARD – Leaning, bending over, or tripping can cause baby to fall. Keep one hand on baby while moving.

Follow reccomended minimum and maximum weight of the child for which the carrier is intended.

Check for ripped seams, torn straps or fabric, and damaged hardware before each use. If found, stop using carrier.

Always check to ensure that all knots, buckles, snaps, straps, and adjustments are secure. Ensure that the baby is safely positioned in the sling carrier

according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.Never leave a baby in a sling carrier that is not being worn.

Check on the baby often. Ensure that the baby is periodically repositioned.Never use a sling carrier when balance or mobility is impaired because of

exercise, drowsiness, or medical conditions.Never place more than one baby in the sling carrier. Never use/wear more

than one carrier at a time.Never use sling carrier while engaging in activities such as cooking and

cleaning which involve a heat source or exposure to chemicals.Never wear sling carrier while driving or being a passenger

in a motor vehicle.Store in original packaging in cool dry place

Store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters, clothes dryers or other appliances that have a pilot light or other ignition source.

Maintenance:DO NOT BLEACH

HAND WASH WARM 30° WARM IRON

DO NOT TUMBLE DRY DO NOT DRY CLEAN

This is an original and genuine Baba Sling. Australian Design

Made with Love in a family owned factory in Bali, Indonesia Baba Slings Pty Ltd

2/11 Banksia Drive, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481, Australiat: +61 (0) 2 6685 8828 fx: +61 (0) 2 6685 8836

mail.babaslings.com www.babaslings.comComplies with ASTM specifications F2907-14a

Baba Slings unique features include:

Safety and practicality • Wide and thick Shoulder Padding to cushion your shoulders • A Large high quality side release ski Buckle with padding underneath • The Safety Buckle positioned conveniently under Large Buckle for extra safety • Double Adjust-ment Straps for increased security and to accommodate different body sizes in both you - the wearer, your fellow carriers and bub, as he or she grows • A wide Hammock, so that even a toddler can fully lie down to sleep • 2 well padded Railings • The handy Pocket for those odds and ends • A Loop, for attaching toys and keys • Label, so you know you have the genuine product, and to help you correctly position the sling on your body

Why Carry? Parents everywhere are rediscovering the importance of carrying their young. Holding a young child close to your body is both practical for parents and comforting for baby, assisting them to transition through the exterogestation period. It also gives dad an opportunity to deeply connect with baby.

Why a Baba Sling?

Machine washable • Manufactured under the strictest quality control • Brilliant for sleeping and breastfeeding babies • Extended use from birth up to two years+ • A variety of designer prints to suit your style • Increases the intimacy between you and your little one • Puts no pressure on baby’s developing hips and spine • Supports the neck and head • Enhances prolactin flows, which is the bonding hormone • Cuts down on crying and fussing • Reduces reflux and colic • Helps to complete baby’s exterogestation period • Easy to put on, even easier to take off (you don’t have to wake up bub!)


• Make sure you always hear an audible click when fastening each Buckle.• Always fasten the smaller Safety Buckle when using the sling.• Check that your Baba Sling is in good condition before each use.• Change shoulders periodically (every 45 mins is ideal) - when you do, exchange the Adjustment Straps. The bottom railing is always slightly longer, the top one tighter.



Finer points...

• Try your Baba Sling for the first time with your baby when you are both relaxed and calm.• If at first a position doesn’t feel quite right, adjust the fabric around baby for a better fit - perhaps baby might like to have their head or feet out.• Always support baby’s head, either with your arm and/or the Hammock fabric & railings.• If you feel you need to hold your baby, try tightening the Straps.• It’s more secure to have the Straps shorter rather than longer.• Make sure that the shoulder pad doesn’t ride up your neck.• Hold baby when bending over or leaning forward.

“T.I.C.K.S.” • Rules for Safe Babywearing

TIGHT • IN VIEW AT ALL TIMES • CLOSE • KEEP CHIN OFF THE CHEST • SUPPORTED BACK

TIGHTThe Baba Sling should be tight enough to hug your baby close to you. Any slack or loose fabric will allow your baby to slump down into the Baba Sling, which can hinder baby’s breathing and pull on your back. If you feel you need to hold onto baby you probably need to tighten the adjustment straps.

IN VIEW AT ALL TIMES You should always be able to see your baby’s face with a simple glance downwards. The fabric and railings should never close in around them so you have to open it to check on them. In a cradle position your baby should always face up-wards rather than be turned in towards your body.

CLOSE ENOUGH TO KISSYour baby’s head should be as close to your chin as is comfortably possible. You should be able to kiss your baby on the head or forehead by simply tilting your head forward.

KEEP CHIN OFF THE CHESTTo ensure unrestricted breathing, baby should never be curled so their chin is forced onto their chest. Ensure there is always a space of at least one finger’s width under your baby’s chin.

SUPPORTED BACKWhen carrying baby in an upright position, ensure their back is supported in its natural position, with their tummy and chest resting against you. If the Sling is too loose, baby can slump forward, par-tially closing their airway and restricting breathing.Note: Test this by placing a hand on baby’s back and pressing gently. They should not ‘uncurl’ or move closer to you. If baby is in the Easy Rider position make sure that their bottom is in the deepest part of the Baba Sling, so that they do not fold in half, which would press their chin onto their chest.

Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT

The Baba Sling should be tight enough to hug your The Baba Sling should be tight enough to hug your baby close to you. Any slack or loose fabric will allow your baby to slump down into the Baba Sling, which can hinder baby’s breathing and pull on your back. If you feel you need to hold onto baby you probably need to tighten the adjustment straps.

IN VIEW AT ALL TIMES

YYou should always be able to see your baby’s face with a simple glance downwards. The fabric and rail-ings should never close in around them so you have to open it to check on them. In a cradle position your baby should always face upwards rather than be turned in towards your body.

CLOSE ENOUGH TO KISS

Your baby’s head should be as close to your chin as is comfortably possible. You should be able to kiss your baby on the head or forehead by simply tilting your head forward.

KEEP CHIN OFF THE CHEST

TTo ensure unrestricted breathing, baby should never be curled so their chin is forced onto their chest. Ensure there is always a space of at least one finger’s width under your baby’s chin.=

SUPPORTED BACK

When carrying baby in an upright position, ensure When carrying baby in an upright position, ensure their back is supported in its natural position, with their tummy and chest resting against you. If the Sling is too loose, baby can slump forward, partially closing their airway and restricting breathing.Note:Note: Test this by placing a hand on baby’s back and pressing gently. They should not ‘uncurl’ or move closer to you. If baby is in the Easy Rider position make sure that their bottom is in the deepest part of the Baba Sling, so that they do not fold in half, which would press their chin onto their chest.

“TICKS” Rules for safe Babywearing:

TIGHTIN VIEW AT ALL TIMESCLOSEKEEP CHIN OFF THE CHEST SUPPOSUPPORTED BACK

6.To change shoulders take the Baba Sling off and exchange the adjustment on the straps.

7. Now repeat the steps, by making sure that the 7. Now repeat the steps, by making sure that the longest railing is closest to your body when put-ting it on and with the label forward facing take one arm through the sling over your head and into a comfortable position on your shoulder, with the label at your collarbone.

8. To lengthen the straps pull the Baba Sling slightly forward so that you can reach the Large Buckle with the shoulder pad arm, then leverage the Buckle upward. Both straps will lengthen as you do this.

9.9. To tighten the straps reach behind you with the shoulder pad arm and pull on each strap sepa-rately. If you need to swivel the Baba Sling back slightly you can do this.

10. The middle of the hammock should sit above your hip or higher.

11. For greater comfort, make sure that the shoulder pad remains away from your neck.

12.12. You can practice with a doll before you try it for real with your little one. In the beginning, try it for the first time when both you and baby are calm, well fed and relaxed. Very soon you will be reaching for your Baba Sling to calm, feed and relax your little one.

Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....

1. Make sure that you hear the audible click when you clip both the Large Buckle and the Safety Buckle up. Watch when you do this that your fingers don’t get caught in the clip.

2.2. Always be sure that the Safety Buckle is clipped up and the Safety Strap is longer than the other Straps, as you don’t want it to dig into your back when you are wearing.

3.Make sure the bottom Strap is the longest and 3.Make sure the bottom Strap is the longest and the top Strap the shortest. The reason behind the unique double strapping system of the Baba Sling is that you can set each strap to a differ-ent setting, to ensure that:

• baby has enough room for their bottom to sit in the sling • the upper railing can be pulled in tighter to provide greater security.

4. With the Label forward facing, have the lon-gest Strap closest to your body when putting it on.

5 The label sits at your collarbone. This will help you be aware that the shoulder pad sits evenly on your shoulder.

Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT








SUPPORTED BACK











Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....







Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT








SUPPORTED BACK











Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....







Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT








SUPPORTED BACK











Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....







Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT








SUPPORTED BACK











Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....







Getting Going..

1. Make sure you hear the audible click when clipping both the Large Buckle and the Safety Buckle up. Watch when you do this that your fingers don’t get caught in the clip.2. Always be sure that the Safety Buckle is clipped up and the Safety Strap is longer than the other Straps, as you don’t want it to dig into your back when you are wearing.

Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT








SUPPORTED BACK











Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....







3.Make sure the bottom Strap is the longest and the top Strap the shortest. The reason behind the unique double strapping system of the Baba Sling is that you can set each strap to a different setting, to ensure that:• baby has enough room for their bottom to sit in the sling• the upper railing can be pulled in tighter to provide greater security.

Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT








SUPPORTED BACK











Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....







4. With the Label forward facing, have the longest Strap closest to your body when putting it on.5 The label sits at your collarbone. This will help you be aware that the shoulder pad sits evenly on your shoulder.

6.To change shoulders take the Baba Sling off and exchange adjustment on the straps. 7.Now repeat the steps, by making sure that the longest railing is closest to your body when putting it on and with the label forward facing take one arm through the sling over your head and into a comfortable position on your shoulder, with the label at your col-larbone.

8. To lengthen the straps pull the Baba Sling slightly forward so that you can reach the Large Buckle with the shoulder pad arm, then leverage the Buckle upward. Both straps will lengthen as you do this. 9. To tighten the straps reach behind you with the shoulder pad arm and pull on each strap separately. If you need to swivel the Baba Sling back slightly you can do this.

Why Carry?


Why a Baba Sling?








FFiner points...


TIGHT








SUPPORTED BACK











Happy Bonding!

Getting Going....







10. The middle of the hammock should sit above your hip or higher. 11. For greater comfort, make sure that the shoulder pad remains away from your neck.12. You can practice with a doll before you try it for real with your little one. In the begin-ning, try it for the first time when both you and baby are calm, well fed and relaxed. Very soon you will be reaching for your Baba Sling to calm, feed and relax your little one.

Happy Bonding!

Upright Position • From Birth to 2 years +

3.5kg/7.71lb - 13kg/28.66lbUpright is a perfect position for burping your newborn after a feed and, as your baby grows older, to stay connected as you go about your day.

For the younger child:

1. Start with the Baba Sling on your preferred shoulder. 2. Be sure that the label is forward facing and sit-ting at your collarbone.

3. Have baby’s spine aligned with your spine and baby chest to your chest.

4. Gently press baby’s back towards you, so that their spine is as straight as possible.

5. Hold both railings and the hammock of the Baba Sling in your non-shoulder pad hand and lift them over baby’s head. NOTE: some babies do not like fabric around their head, so it will help them to be more comfortable by making sure that the fabric doesn’t get caught on their head when doing this.

6. Hold baby with the Shoulder pad arm and boost baby up into posi-tion.

7. Make sure the bot-tom railing comes up to Baby’s knees and the up-per railing to their armpits or the back of their neck.

8. Ensure that baby’s bottom is centred in the hammock.

For the older child:

1. Start with the Baba Sling in position on your shoulder.

2. Have your toddler faceyou and stand beside you as you crouch down.

3. Put the Baba Sling over your child’s head.

4. As you stand up boost baby into position in the Baba Sling.

5. Make sure the bottom railing comes up to baby’s knees, the upper railing to their armpits or the back of their neck and baby’s bottom is centred in the hammock.

Upright PositionFrom Birth to 2 years +3.5kg/7.71lb - 13kg/28.66lb

Upright is a perfect position for burping your newborn after a feed and, as your baby grows older, to stayconnected as you go about your day.



Easy Rider 0 months - 6 months 3.5kg/7.71lb - 9kg/19.8lb

Easy Rider (Birth to outgrown) - good for newborns, sleeping baby and provides 2 breastfeeding options.

1. Follow steps 1-8 from page 10 to put baby into Upright Position.

2.The same rules of breastfeeding apply here. Be sure that Baby’s chin is tilted back slightly so that Baby’s nostrils are not covered by the breast.breast.

1. Glide Baby and Baba Sling diago-nally to the breast opposite the shoul-der pad.

3. The same rules of breastfeeding apply. Be sure that Baby’s chin is tilted back slightly so that baby’s nostrils are not covered by the breast. covered by the breast. Make sure that you can see Baby’s face at all times.

2. Move the shoul-der pad onto your upper arm to posi-tion baby’s mouth at your breast.

1. Put baby’s head into the hammock of the Baba Sling and make sure that the fabric doesn’t cover the baby’s face.

Easy Rider - off the shoulder Easy Rider - under arm breastfeeding position breastfeeding position3.5kg/ 7.71lbs - 9kg/ 19.81lb 3.5kg/ 7.71lbs - 9kg/ 19.81lb

6.Be aware of baby’s inner side arm, that it is in a comfortable position.7. It’s best to have any excess fabric pulled downward.

7.Make sure that you can see baby’s face at all times and that no fabric is covering it.

6. Alternatively you can pull the upper railing up to accommodate the baby’s head.

5.You can put the upper railing around behind Baby’s neck and pull up some of the hammock ma-terial up for head support.

2. Guide baby’s legs in the opposite direction to the shoulder pad and put their feet into the Baba Sling Note: some babies may prefer either 1 or 2 feet out of the Baba Sling.

NOTE!You can also use the younger child method to get your toddler into the Upright Position.

MaMake Sure that both straps are pulled tight enough. If there is slack in the railings, tighten the straps. Pull any excess fabric downward. When you bend over always hold onto baby with at least one arm.

FFollow guidelines of T.I.C.K.S for babywearing at all times.

5. Make sure the bottom rail-ing comes up to baby’s knees and the upper railing to their armpits or the back of their neck. 6. Ensure that baby’s bottom is centred in the hammock.



2. Have your toddler face you and stand beside you as you crouch down.

1. Start with the Baba Sling in po-sition on your shoulder.


7. Make sure the bottom railing comes up to Baby’s knees and the upper railing to their armpits or the back of their neck.


5.Hold both railings and the hammock of the Baba Sling in your non-shoulder pad hand and lift them over baby’s head. NOTE: some babies do not like fabric around NOTE: some babies do not like fabric around their head, so it will help them to be more com-fortable by making sure that the fabric doesn’t get caught on their head when doing this.




3.The tip of baby’s head will sit at the collarbone. 4. Settle baby into the most comfortable position by adjust-ing the fabric. Have Baby close enough to kiss.











































































































































































NOTE!You can also use the younger child method to get your toddler into the Upright Position. Make Sure that both straps are pulled tight enough. If there is slack in the railings, tighten the straps. Pull any excess fabric downward. When you bend over always hold onto baby with at least one arm.

Easy Rider • From 0 months to 6 months

3.5kg/7.71lb - 9kg/19.8lbEasy Rider (Birth to outgrown) - good for newborns, sleeping baby and provides 2 breastfeeding options.





































3.The tip of baby’s head will sit at the collarbone. 4. Settle baby into the most comfortable position by adjusting the fabric.

5.You can put the upper railing behind baby’s neck and pull up some of the ham-mock material up for head support.



































6. Alternatively you can pull the upper railing up to accom-modate the baby’s head.





































Easy Rider • Breastfeeding Positions • 3.5kg/ 7.71lbs - 9kg/ 19.81lbOff the Shoulder & Under Arm

1. Put baby’s head into the hammock of the Baba Sling and make sure that the fabric doesn’t cover baby’s face.

2. Move the shoulder pad onto your upper arm to position baby’s mouth at your breast.

3. The same rules of breastfeeding apply. Be sure that Baby’s chin is tilted back slightly so baby’s nos-trils are not covered by the breast.

1. Glide Baby and Baba Sling diagonally to the breast opposite the shoulder pad.

2.The same rules of breast-feeding apply here.

Hammock Position • From 0 months to 2 years + 3.5kg/7.71lb - 13kg/28.66lbHammock Position - great for sleeping and breastfeeding babies.

































1. Begin with baby in the Upright Position (flollow steps 1-8 on page 10). Make sure their bottom is centered in the ham-mock.

2. Take baby’s feet to-wards the shoulder pad side and theirhead in the opposite direction. Lay baby fully down.

Follow guidelines of T.I.C.K.S. for babywearing at all times.

Hipstar4 months - 2 years +6kg/13.2lb - 13kg/28.66lb

Hipstar - The Action Position

1. Start with baby in the Upright Position. To get baby into position follow steps 1-8 on page 10. Make sure their bottom is centered in the ham-mock.

2. Glide baby around onto your hip. Make sure that the label stays at your collar-bone when you do this.

3, You can have the upper railing under baby’s armpits or you can pull it up to the back of baby’s neck.Be sure that the lower railing comes up to both of baby’s knees, and that it encircles their bottomtheir bottom

4. An option is to slide the shoulder pad onto your upper arm - this is a very comfortable position.

3. In this position it’s com-forting to baby to support their head in the crook of your arm, as you would if you were rocking them in your arms. Alternatively, you can pull the railing up over their head for support.

4. Position baby’s head at your breast for comfortable and easy breastfeeding. Make sure at all times you can see baby’s face, that none of the fabric is covering their face and they are close enough to kiss.enough to kiss.

Hammock Style0 months - 2 years +3.5kg/7.71lb - 13kg/28.66lb

Hammock position - great for sleeping and breastfeeding babies.

7. Be sure that Baby is leaning back towards you and toward the shoulder pad side. This will provide baby with good back support and make sure that they don’t lean forward. Baby’s feet should sit slightly higher than their bottom.than their bottom.

1. Begin by getting baby into the Upright Position (follow steps 1-8 on page 10 to do this).

4. With the non-shoulder pad arm pull the bottom railing down and over baby’s feet and right back to the base of their spine.

5. Pull the top railing right up to Baby’s arm-pits and make sure that it is pulled tight enough.

Taking the Baba Sling off...

1. Make sure that you have good hold of your baby around his or her chest with your non-shoulder pad arm.

3.Reach back with shoulder pad hand and unclip both the large and then the small buckle.

4. You can then lie baby down to sleep without waking them.

6. Baby’s arms can come out of the sling. Pull any excess fabric downward. When you bend forward always hold onto baby with at least one arm.

Joey 3 months - 6 months 6kg/13.2lb - 9kg/19.8lb

Joey Position - for babies who can support their own heads until outgrown. A great position for the social babe.

2. Keep baby between you and the Baba Sling and turn baby around. Rest baby’s back on your shoulder opposite the shoulder pad.

3. Hold baby’s feet together with your shoulder pad hand and push them towards baby’s stomach to create a frog leg effect.

2. Swivel baby and the Baba Sling diagonally in the oppo-site direction to the shoulder pad, to give you better access to the buckles.

1. Begin with baby in the Upright Position (flollow steps 1-8 on page 12).

2. Take baby’s feet towards the shoulder pad side and theirhead in the opposite direc-tion. Lay baby fully down.


4. Position baby’s head at your breast for comfortable and easy breastfeeding. Make sure at all times you can see baby’s face, that none of the fabric is covering their face and they are close enough to kiss.




























































Hipstar • From 4 months to 2 years +

6kg/13.2lb - 13kg/28.66lbHipstar - The Action Position


2. Glide baby around onto your hip. Make sure that the label stays at your col-larbone when you do this.

3. You can have the upper railing under baby’s armpits or you can pull it up to the back of baby’s neck.Be sure that the lower railing comes up to both of baby’s knees, and that it encircles their bottom.


Joey Position • From 3 months to 6 months 3.5kg/7.71lb - 13kg/28.66lb Joey - for babies who can support their own heads until outgrown. Great position for the social babe!


























































































































4. With the non-shoulder pad arm pull the bottom rail-ing down and over baby’s feet and right back to the base of their spine.

5. Pull the top railing right up to Baby’s armpits and make sure that it is pulled tight enough.Pull any excess fabric downward.

6. Baby’s arms can come out of the sling. When you bend forward always hold onto baby with at least one arm.

7. Be sure that baby is leaning back towards you and toward the shoulder pad side. This will provide baby with good back support and make sure that they don’t lean forward. Baby’s feet should sit slightly higher than their bottom.

Follow T.I.C.K.S. guidelines for babywearing at all times!




























































Taking the Baba Sling Off


2. Swivel baby and the Baba Sling diagonally in the opposite direc-tion to the shoulder pad, to give you better access to the buckles.



Warranty

In the unlikely case that you find any material or workmanship that affects the product’s normal operation, we will repair the unit free of charge within 12 months

of purchase. You are required to present your receipt as proof of purchase, as well as a photograph of the defect, by email.

For all concerns with your product please contact our Customer Service Team.

Baba Slings Customer Service2/11 Banksia Drive

Byron Bay, NSW, 2481 Australia

[email protected] t: (+61) 2 6685 8828

Please read all the information carefully before using this product. This warranty does not apply to failure due to improper care or normal wear and tear

caused by product use. We reserve the right to inspect this product. You may be charged for repairs if the product has been damaged accidently.

Baba Slings Pty Ltd

2/11 Banksia DriveByron BayNSW, 2481

Australia

t: +61 2 6685 8828f: +61 2 6685 8836 f: +61 2 6685 8836

[email protected]

babaslings.com

baba slings instructions english

Documents