Moby Wrap Manual page 3

MOBY Wrap Safety
®
ONLY USE THIS CARRIER FOR BABIES BETWEEN 8 LBS AND 35 LBS
Never use this carrier for a preterm infant without seeking the advice of a healthcare professional .
• Read and follow all printed instructions
and view instructional videos online
before use .
• Examine your Moby before each use for
wear and tear, including ripped seams
or torn fabric .
• Check to be sure the baby is safely
positioned in the Moby according to
instructions for use .
• Check on the baby often . Ensure that the
baby is periodically repositioned . Failure
to pay attention can lead to falls or failure
to notice distress .
• If using a Moby while breastfeeding,
always move the baby's face away from
the breast after feeding and then
reposition baby upright .
• Never leave a baby in a baby carrier that
is not being worn .
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS
CAN RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
SUFFOCATION HAZARD
Ensure that the infant's face is above the fabric, visible and free from obstructions at all
times . Babies at the greatest risk of suffocation include those born prematurely, those
with respiratory problems and those under four months of age . Ensure that the baby
does not curl into a "C" position with the chin resting on or near the chest . This position
can interfere with breathing, even if nothing is covering the nose or mouth .
FALL HAZARD
Leaning, bending over, or tripping can cause baby to fall . Keep one hand on baby while moving .
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• Never use when balance or mobility is
impaired because of exercise, drowsiness
or medical conditions . Your balance may
be adversely affected by your movement
and that of your child .
• Never use a Moby while engaging in
activities such as cooking and cleaning
which involve a heat source or exposure
to chemicals .
• Never wear a Moby while driving or
being a passenger in a motor vehicle .
• Never place more than one child in a
baby carrier . Never use more than one
baby carrier at the same time .
• Never use a Moby Wrap in any body
of water .
• Keep the baby facing towards the
caregiver . Never face a baby outwards
before they have head control .
Moby Wrap
®
NO NO
Baby' s face is covered Baby is too low Baby is hunched,
chin touching chest
Award-Winning Baby Carrier
Safety Checks
You will find this icon at the end of
each hold. It is a reminder to do your
Moby Safety Checks.
Look
Make sure
baby's nose and mouth
are visible . Ensure that the baby does
not curl into a "C" position with the chin
resting on or near the chest .
Listen
to baby's breathing .
Reposition baby if breathing is raspy,
loud or abnormal .
Feel
Make sure you can fit at least two
fingers between baby's chin and chest .
YES
Chin up!
NO NO
Face visible!
Nose & mouth
Baby' s face is pressed
NOT covered!
tight against wearer
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