boba Bliss Manual

Safety precautions

Baby carriers allow parents to be hands-free to do other things, but you must always be active in caring for your child. Please follow the instructions carefully and refer to the safety guidelines.
Use common sense and your best judgment to keep your baby safe and secure when carrying your baby in the Boba Bliss.
Constantly monitor your child and make sure your baby's face is visible and the mouth and nose are unobstructed. Your baby's nose should be at least parallel to the floor at all times. After nursing your baby, remember to scoot them up and re-tighten the carrier. Don't put loose items in the carrier with your baby that are potential choking hazards.
Make sure to protect your baby from the elements. Their arms, legs, and heads may need sun protection. Dress the baby in weather-appropriate clothing and don't use a baby carrier in circumstances that could lead to heat stress.
Regularly inspect your carrier for any signs of wear and damage. Check for ripped seams, torn straps, or fabric and ensure all buckles, snaps, and adjustments are secure before each use. Always make sure the waist buckle is engaged by listening for a strong "click" sound. To release the buckle, pinch both sides at the same time.
Take care when bending and leaning forwards or sideways. Always bend at your knees to protect your back.
Your movement and the child's movement may affect your balance.
Be aware of the increased risk of your child falling out of the carrier as they become more active.
Be aware of hazards in the domestic environment - do not operate electrical appliances, stay away from heat sources, do not cook or drink hot beverages while wearing your baby.
The carrier is not suitable for use during sporting activities, e.g., running, cycling, swimming, skiing, and other fast-moving physical activity where the chance of impact or falling is high. (Refer to the "Fall Hazard Warning" label on the inside of the waist belt.)
This carrier should not be used by persons with any kind of muscular, skeletal, back, leg, or any other physical problems that might interfere with safe use. Do not use the carrier if under the influence of alcohol or medication. Never use a soft carrier when balance or mobility is impaired because of exercise, drowsiness, or medical conditions.
The Boba Bliss is not a car or bike seat safety device. Never wear a baby carrier while driving or being a passenger in a motor vehicle.
Only use carriers that are appropriate for your baby's age and weight. Ensure proper placement of a child in the product, including leg placement. Premature infants, infants with respiratory problems, and infants under 4 months are at the greater risk of suffocation.
The Boba Bliss is designed for inward-facing front carries only. Never wear a baby facing out. Never place more than one baby at a time in the Boba Bliss. Only use the product for the number of children for which the product is intended.
Boba Inc. is not responsible for the improper use of the carrier.
Keep this carrier away from children when not in use.

WARNINGS

• Constantly monitor your child and ensure the mouth and nose are unobstructed.
• For pre-term, low birthweight babies and children with medical conditions, seek advice from a health professional before using this product.
• Ensure your child's chin is not resting on its chest as its breathing may be restricted which could lead to suffocation.
• To prevent hazards from falling ensure that your child is securely positioned in the sling.

FALL HAZARD
Infants can fall through a wide leg opening or out of the carrier.

• Adjust leg openings to fit baby's legs snugly.
• Before each use, make sure all buckles and adjustments are secure. Take special care when leaning or walking.
• Never bend at the waist; bend at knees.
• Only use this carrier for children between 7 - 35 lbs, 3,2 - 16 kg.

SUFFOCATION HAZARD
Infants under 4 months can suffocate in this product if their face is pressed tightly against your body.

• Do not strap an infant too tight against your body.
• Allow room for head movement.
• Keep infant's face free from obstructions at all times.

Let's get you started

This will be amazingly snug and comfortable but remember—it's a new experience for both you and your baby!
Make sure that baby is well-fed and not overtired when you first start using the carrier. Try practicing in front of the mirror.
If the baby starts getting fussy, just take a deep breath and a few steps around the room until you're both ready to continue.
Once positioned correctly your baby should be snug against your body, high on your chest, enabling you to stand normally, just as if you were holding him or her in your arms.

Wearing your baby

1. Fasten and adjust the waist buckle at your back. Allow the body of the carrier to hang down in front. Make sure to keep the loops on the shoulder straps close to the body of the carrier so they stay on and are easy to adjust.
   
2. Bring your baby to your chest and separate their legs - legs should hang over the waist belt.
   
3. Bring the body of the carrier up over the baby's back while securely supporting your baby. Reach for one shoulder strap with your free hand and place it over your shoulder. Switch hands and place the second shoulder strap on your other shoulder. Make sure your baby is centered in the carrier.
   
4. Reach back for the end of the shoulder strap and bring it across your back. Supporting baby with your forearm, use both hands to buckle the shoulder strap to the carrier body as shown in the next step.
   
5. Slide the buckle through the safety elastic loop and click to fasten. Pull excess webbing all the way through the safety loop.
   
6. Bring your baby up to navel height and tighten the shoulder strap by pulling down on the adjustment straps to ensure a tight and secure fit. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to secure the other side.
   

Safe & Smooth Ride

Tips and tricks for secure and comfortable babywearing

For optimal support, the fabric should support your baby's bottom and thighs all the way up to the back of their knees. Once your baby is in the carrier, you can gently scoop their calves up so their pelvis is tucked and their knees are at hip level or higher, with their spine gently rounded in a natural ergonomic position. When your baby falls asleep, you can tuck their head under the stretchy cotton fabric. Just be sure the fabric is not covering your baby's face and that your baby has an open airway.

Getting a great seat

Spread the fabric wide over your baby's entire bottom and thighs - knee to knee, covering the baby's back and shoulders.
Once your baby is in the carrier, you can gently scoop their calves up so their pelvis is tucked and their knees are at hip level or higher, with their spine gently rounded.
This will support your baby's natural ergonomic position and help keep the weight close to your center of gravity for a safe and comfortable carry.

Using the loops on your shoulder straps

You can slide the loops on your shoulder straps to ensure the best support for your baby's head. Slide the loops down toward the body of the carrier for the best airflow and view. When your baby falls asleep, slide the loop up and tuck their head under the shoulder strap fabric. Just be sure that your baby's face is always visible, nose tilted slightly up and their airways are free of obstructions.

Good coverage for a snug fit

Make sure you spread those shoulder straps to cap your shoulders and spread the fabric over your back for the best support and a safe and comfortable carry.
Wearing your baby should not hurt your back. If so, you may be wearing the carrier too loose, too tight, or the fabric may be twisted.

Cleaning Instructions

The Boba Bliss Carrier should be spot cleaned using a mild detergent and air-dried—this will increase the life of the carrier dramatically. Although the Boba Bliss Carrier may be machine washed, this should only be done when absolutely necessary using cold water and a mild detergent. Do not machine dry. Do not bleach. Not following the proper care instructions may result in fading or bleeding of your carrier.'

YES
Chin up, face visible, nose & mouth free

NO
Baby's face is covered

NO
Baby is too low

NO
Baby is hunched with chin touching chest

NO
Baby's nose pressed tightly against wearer

Model: Boba Bliss baby carrier
Intended only for children from 7-35 lbs | 3,2 - 16 kg | birth - 18 months.
Produced by: BOBA, Inc - PO Box 3808 - Boulder, CO 80307 - USA

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