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  • Page 2 The Educational Training Centre "Scuola del Portare - Natural Parenting & Babywearing®" has officially recognised Koala Cuddle Wrap stretchy baby carrier as meeting the quality standards of what is considered “good babywearing”.
  • Page 3 GLOSSARY Upper edge Bottom edge Middle Point Bands Gather (in your hands)
  • Page 4 TIE METHODS - KOALA CUDDLE WRAP STRETCHY BELLY HUG WITH A STRETCHY WRAP (BH)
  • Page 6 TIE METHODS - KOALA CUDDLE WRAP STRETCHY TRIPLE SUPPORT - POCKET WRAP CROSS CARRY (PWCC)
  • Page 10 TIE METHODS - KOALA CUDDLE WRAP STRETCHY FRONT DOUBLE HAMMOCK WITH STRETCHY WRAP (FDH)
  • Page 13 TIE METHODS - KOALA CUDDLE WRAP STRETCHY FRONT DOUBLE HAMMOCK WITH STRETCHY WRAP (FDH)
  • Page 17 STRETCHY 1. INTRODUCING KOALA CUDDLE WRAP Koala Cuddle Wrap Stretchy is a soft, elastic baby wrap, suitable for use from birth. Made of 100% cotton, it is super-comfortable in both summer and winter. It is a soft (non-structured) one way stretchy wrap, meaning it stretches in one direction only, in the vertical direction.
  • Page 18 Is this your first experience with babywearing? It’s only normal that you may struggle a little at the beginning. Don't get discouraged, you’ll soon get the hang of it! Here are a few tips to help: • Make sure you have put your Koala Cuddle Band Stretchy on correctly by following the instructions in this manual.

  • Page 19: General Instructions

    2. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Ci raccomandiamo di leggere subito con attenzione prima di utilizzare il prodotto. We recommend that you read this manual carefully before using the product. Prior to use, remove and discard any plastic bags and all other packaging components or keep them out of reach of children.
  • Page 20 • Never leave a baby inside a carrier wrap that is not being worn. • Do not use Koala Cuddle Wrap Stretchy whilst engaging in activities that expose your baby to a heat source or chemicals, such as cooking or cleaning.
  • Page 21 • Always bear in mind that when you carry your infant inside a wrap your balance may be affected by their movements. • The Koala Cuddle Wrap Stretchy can be used in multiple carrying positions other than those indicated in this manual (e.g., carrying on your back or with twins).
  • Page 22 3. TIE METHODS - KOALA CUDDLE WRAP STRETCHY A- BELLY HUG WITH A STRETCHY WRAP (BH) • Take hold of the wrap from the middle point. • Gather up to two-thirds of the wrap between your hands (keeping your hands close together).
  • Page 23 B - TRIPLE SUPPORT - POCKET WRAP CROSS CARRY (PWCC) Preparation: • Take hold of the wrap from the middle point. • Gather the wrap with your hands close together, but not all the way down • Place the wrap across your bump and wrap it around your waist.
  • Page 24 • Place the baby in the middle of your body and position him or her down on the cross. • Spread out the innermost band from one knee to the other and tuck it under the other (for safety). • Spread the second band out from knee to knee too. •...
  • Page 25 C - FRONT DOUBLE HAMMOCK WITH STRETCHY WRAP - FDH Preparation: • Take the wrap, find its middle point, and position it behind your back, at the height of your kidneys. • Gather the fabric with your hands close together, but not all the way to the end •...
  • Page 26 positioning the sling in the hollow of their knees. • Move the infant over to your opposite shoulder and repeat with the outermost band (checking that their feet are out). • Centre the baby, positioning him or her on the two bands in an M-shape.
  • Page 27 D - REINFORCED ROBIN'S HIP CARRY WITH A STRETCHY WRAP (RRHC) Preparation: • Find the middle point of the wrap. • With your hands close to each other, fully gather the fabric. • Place the centre of the wrap on the shoulder opposite the side on which you want to position your baby.
  • Page 28 • Spread the wrap over your shoulder, stretching out first the lower part and then the upper part. • With one hand underneath the baby's bottom for support, spread the wrap out from their bottom up over their back, starting at the upper edge and ending at the base of the baby's neck.
  • Page 29 4. RULES FOR SAFE BABYWEARING It is essential to follow the simple and basic rules listed below when carrying your baby in a wrap carrier to keep your child safe and secure. WARNING: safety rules to follow when carrying a baby in a wrap •...
  • Page 30 temperature. • Follow standard rules of caution and common sense. • For any questions or doubt, consult a trained babywearing educator. • The wrap cannot be used on any means of transport, such as buses, cars, bicycles, etc. • The sling wrap may not be used for sports activities such as skiing, running, cycling, etc.
  • Page 31 5. BABYWEARING RULES The baby's body must be up close against the The baby wearer’s body must always (there should be be positioned less than one fist above the between them) wearer's centre of gravity Check regularly that the baby’s face is uncovered, and their airways are unobstructed You should be able to kiss...
  • Page 32 Ensure that the baby's chin is not resting on their chest The baby's legs must be in an M-position Check regularly that the baby’s face is uncovered, and their airways are unobstructed...
  • Page 33 6. BENEFITS OF BABYWEARING Carrying your baby in a baby carrier is the most natural way to meet your baby's need for contact and care. Up until 1880, when the first pram was invented, it was the only way to carry your baby. In the western world, the art of babywearing is gradually being lost.
  • Page 34 • It encourages correct development of a baby's hip joints. The M-position which their legs adopt when using an ergonomic support, such as the Koala Cuddle Band 2, respects the natural physiology of newborns. This is why it has been awarded with IHDI Certification from the International Institute for the Prevention of Hip Dysplasia.
  • Page 35 • It improves a baby’s well-being, as they feel safe and protected in a wrap snuggled up to mummy. After the birth, the newborn baby goes through a phase called exogestation (a gestation outside the mother's womb), in which they need contact with their mum just as they did when inside her tummy.
  • Page 36 How long can I use it to carry my baby per day? There is no maximum time limit for carrying your baby in a wrap. Koala Cuddle Wrap Stretchy can be used for as long as the wearer and baby feel comfortable, as it allows the baby to be held in a natural position and allows for the mum to bear the baby’s weight correctly...
  • Page 37 remove the baby from the wrap and cool them down. Am I spoiling my baby by carrying them in a wrap? A newborn baby needs lots of physical contact, just as if they were still inside the womb. Contact with Mum and Dad does not spoil a baby;...
  • Page 38 M-position allows for correct development of an infant’s hip joints (Koala Cuddle Wrap stretchy has been awarded with IHDI Certification from the International Institute for the Prevention of Hip Dysplasia).
  • Page 39 How can I wash Koala Cuddle Wrap stretchy? Koala Cuddle Wrap stretchy can be machine washed at 30° with similar coloured clothes. We recommend that you do not use bleach, do not iron, do not dry clean or tumble dry.

  • Page 40: Care Instructions

    Composition: Wrap: 100% organic cotton Care & Washing: Koala Cuddle Wrap Stretchy can be machine washed at 30°. We recommend washing with garments of a similar colour. We recommend that you do not use bleach, do not iron, do not dry clean or tumble dry.
  • Page 41 Collaboration with companies Through collaboration with companies to improve and test the baby carriers at the various stages of production and introducing them to the market. Fairs and events for parents Through promoting the babywearing concept as a pedagogical tool and to foster well-being and psychophysical health of families: with courses, fairs, events dedicated to parents, aimed at supporting family empowerment and creating "close networks"...
  • Page 42 koalababycare.com help@koalababycare.com...