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 Thank you for choosing a Moby Wrap!

After the birth of my son Nathan, I wanted a
baby carrier that would allow him to be with me
while I continued my work as a parent educator.
I created the Moby Wrap and named it for
the feeling of closeness and connection between
Contents
First Steps
Moby Safety - important tips to keep baby secure . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Wrapping Folded - basic pocket wrap technique . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Wrapping Gathered - simple and quick wrap technique . . . . . . . . 7

mother and baby (MOther + baBY).

My wish is that your Moby will help you and Holds & Checks
your baby experience the joys of babywearing. Triple-Wrapped Security - simple as 1, 2, 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Sincerely, Newborn Hug Hold - upright position with legs tucked . . . . . . . . 11

Gillian Hug Hold - upright position with legs out . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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Co-Founder & President

20

, Hip Hold - variation of the Hug Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

th an
by Na Moby Wrap Inc. Kangaroo Wrap & Hold - wrap around baby . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Gillian & ba
Am I Wrapped Correctly? - how to test your Moby fit . . . . . . . . . 19
Moby Checklist - making sure Moby is correctly worn . . . . . . . . . 21
Taking Baby Out - how to get baby out without unwrapping . . . . . . . 22

Getting Started Discover MOBY

This instruction book is a guide for exploring the
various ways to use your Moby Wrap. Babywearing
is a time-tested tradition practiced around the world
for centuries. Since 2003, Moby Wrap has been
bringing COMFORT to TRADITION. Baby and wearer
can enjoy all the benefits of being close for extended
periods of time.
After a hold has been introduced, continue to
use it as long as baby is comfortable and secure.
Remember each child is an individual and will
develop at his or her own rate and have his or her
own preferences.
Nutrition - provided by LUNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Carry baby in the Moby Wrap the same way that Top 5 Breastfeeding Tips - by Best for Babes . . . . . . . . . . . 25
you would in your arms - supported, snug and
aligned. By mimicking the way you naturally carry 8 Principles of Parenting - by API . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
baby you will find: Importance of Touch - skin-to-skin care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Baby's preferred carrying position Moby Information - about your Moby and how to contact us . . . . . . 32
A hold that is soothing and calming
for baby and wearer
Decreased back strain on the wearer
Baby in a correctly aligned position
 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 babys 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.
Never use when balance or mobility is
Safety Checks
impaired because of exercise, drowsiness
or medical conditions. Your balance may You will find this icon at the end of
be adversely affected by your movement each hold. It is a reminder to do your
and that of your child. Moby Safety Checks.
Never use a Moby while engaging in Look Make sure
activities such as cooking and cleaning baby's nose and mouth
which involve a heat source or exposure are visible. Ensure that the baby does
to chemicals. not curl into a "C" position with the chin
resting on or near the chest.
Never wear a Moby while driving or
Listen to baby's breathing.
being a passenger in a motor vehicle.
Reposition baby if breathing is raspy,
Never place more than one child in a loud or abnormal.
baby carrier. Never use more than one Feel Make sure you can fit at least two
baby carrier at the same time. fingers between baby's chin and chest.
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.

WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS

CAN RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

SUFFOCATION HAZARD
Ensure that the infants 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

YES
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
Chin up!
NO
Babys face is covered
NO
Baby is too low
NO
Baby is hunched,
NO
Babys face is pressed
Face visible!
Nose & mouth
Leaning, bending over, or tripping can cause baby to fall. Keep one hand on baby while moving. chin touching chest tight against wearer NOT covered!

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 MOBY Wrap Seguridad

USE ESTE PORTABEBS SLO PARA INFANTES QUE PESEN ENTRE 3,6 Y 15,8 KILOS (DE 8 A 35 LIBRAS).
Nunca use este portabebs con un beb prematuro sin antes consultar a un profesional de la salud.
Antes de usar el producto, lea y siga todas
las instrucciones impresas y vea todos los
vdeos instructivos (en lnea).
Examine su portabebs Moby antes de
cada uso, para descartar desgaste o daos,
incluyendo costuras rasgadas o tela rota.
Asegrese de que el beb est en una
posicin segura en el portabebs Moby, de
acuerdo con las instrucciones de uso.
Vigile al beb continuamente. Asegrese
de cambiar peridicamente la posicin del
beb. No prestar atencin puede provocar
cadas o impedir notar si el beb siente
dolor o tiene dificultades para respirar.
Si usa el portabebs Moby para
amamantar, siempre aleje la cabeza del
beb de su seno despus de alimentarlo
y procure que permanezca en posicin
erguida.
Nunca coloque a ms de un beb en
un portabebs. Nunca use ms de un
portabebs al mismo tiempo.
Comprobaciones
Nunca use el portabebs cuando su
equilibrio o movilidad se vean afectados a de Seguridad
causa de ejercicio, somnolencia o alguna Usted encontrar este icono al final de
condicin mdica. Su equilibrio puede cada bodega. Es un recordatorio para
verse afectado por su movimiento y por el hacer sus controles de seguridad Moby.
de su beb.
Nunca use el portabebs Moby cuando Observe
est realizando actividades como cocinar
Asegrese de que
o limpiar, ya que involucran una fuente de la nariz y boca del beb sean
calor o exposicin a qumicos. visibles. Asegrese de que el beb no se
Nunca use un portabebs Moby cuando
doble en una posicin en forma de "C,
est conduciendo un vehculo o viaje en el
con la barbilla reposando sobre el pecho
o cerca del pecho.
asiento de pasajero.
Nunca deje a un beb en un portabebs Escuche la respiracin del beb.
Reposicione al beb si la respiracin es
que no est siendo usado.
spera, ruidosa o anormal.
Nunca use un portabebs Moby Wrap en
un cuerpo de agua. Sienta Asegrese de que puede
colocar al menos dos dedos entre la
Siempre mantenga al beb de frente barbilla y pecho del beb.
al portador. Nunca coloque a un beb
mirando hacia fuera si an no puede
controlar su propia cabeza.

ADVERTENCIA NO CUMPLIR CON LAS INSTRUCCIONES DEL FABRICANTE PUEDE

CAUSAR LA MUERTE O LESIONES SEVERAS.

RIESGO DE SOFOCACIN
Asegrese de que el rostro del nio siempre sobresalga por encima de la tela, visible y libre
de cualquier obstruccin en todo momento. Los bebs con ms riesgo de sofocarse son los
nacidos prematuramente, o los que tengan problemas respiratorios o sean menores de cuatro
meses. Asegrese de que el beb no se doble en una posicin en forma de "C, con la barbilla
reposando sobre el pecho o cerca del pecho. Esta posicin puede interferir con la respiracin,

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incluso si no hay nada que pueda cubrir la nariz o la boca.

RIESGO DE CADAS
Inclinarse, agacharse o tropezarse puede provocar que el beb se caiga. Cuando est en movimiento,
NO
El rostro del beb
NO
El beb est
NO
El beb est encorvado.
NO
El rostro del beb est
BARBILLA ARRIBA
est cubierto. colocado muy abajo. La barbilla est apretado contra el
siempre coloque una mano sobre el beb. tocando el pecho. pecho del portador. Y ROSTRO VISIBLE!

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 Wrapping Folded
1 Begin with your Moby logo tag centered at
your navel.
Comience con la etiqueta del logotipo de su Moby
2 Fold the Moby Wrap in half lengthwise and
centrada al nivel de su ombligo.
5 Tuck the ends of the wrap under the logo
section from top to bottom.
Meta los extremos del fular por debajo de la seccin
6 Cross the end pieces in the front making an
del logotipo, desde la parte superior
hasta la inferior.
5 First Steps Moby Wrap
Getting ready for baby
Comfort Tip
Keep stitched ed
ge
near your neck. s
Th
flatter the fabric e
, th
more comfortab e
le
you will feel.
Tuck one side under
to hold in place
place across your waist with the stitched edges
on top. 3 Cross the two ends behind your back and
bring one end up and over your shoulder.
Cruce los dos extremos por detrs de su espalda
4 Bring the other end over your opposite
shoulder creating an X on your back.
Haga pasar el otro extremo por encima del hombro
y lleve hasta arriba uno de ellos, pasndolo por contrario formando una "X" en su espalda. Consejo
Doble el Moby Wrap por la mitad a lo largo y
colquelo delante de su cintura con los bordes con encima del hombro. Meta un lado por abajo para para una Mayor Comodidad: Mantenga los bordes con
costuras en la parte de arriba. que se mantenga en su lugar. costuras cerca de su cuello. Cuanto ms plana ponga la
tela, ms comodidad habr.
Tie where knot
comfortably lands
Baby will
sit on "X"
X on your chest.
Cruce los extremos de la parte delantera
7 Bring the fabric ends behind your back and
tie a knot here, or continue to wrap around to
the front of your body. 8 Tie a double knot on your back, hip or front.
Haga un doble nudo sobre su espalda, cadera
o parte delantera. Haga el nudo donde ms
formando una "X" sobre su pecho. Lleve los extremos de la tela hasta detrs de cmodo resulte.
su espalda y telos en ese lugar, o contine
envolviendo hasta la parte delantera de su cuerpo.
Newborn Hug Hold pg. 11
Hug Hold pg. 13 Hip Hold pg. 15
The Comfortable Baby Carrier 6
 Wrapping Gathered Getting ready for baby

Try both Moby

wrapping methods

gathered & folded

to find what works
best for you!

1 Gather the Moby Wrap and place across your

waist with the logo tag centered at your
navel.
2 Cross the two ends behind your back and
bring one end up and over your shoulder.

Cruce los dos extremos por detrs de su espalda

3 Bring the other end over your opposite
shoulder creating an X on your back.

Haga pasar el otro extremo por encima del hombro

Sujete el Moby Wrap y colquelo enfrente de su y lleve hasta arriba uno de ellos, pasndolo por contrario formando una "X" en su espalda.
cintura con la etiqueta del logotipo centrada en encima del hombro.
su ombligo.

A higher "X" Tie where

positons baby knot comfortably
higher; a lower lands, making
"X" will positon sure wrap is snug
baby lower

4 Tuck the ends of the Moby under the logo

section, from top to bottom.

Meta los extremos del fular por debajo de la

5 Cross the end pieces in the front making an
X on your chest.

Cruce los extremos de la parte delantera formando

6 Bring the fabric ends behind your back and
tie a knot here, or continue to wrap around
to the front of your body.
7 Tie a double knot on your back, hip or front.

Haga un doble nudo sobre su espalda, cadera o

seccin del logotipo, desde la parte superior hasta
la inferior.
una "X" sobre su pecho. Una "X" ms alta colocar al
beb ms arriba; una "X" ms baja colocar al beb
ms abajo.
Lleve los extremos de la tela hasta detrs de
su espalda y telos en ese lugar, o contine
envolviendo hasta la parte delantera de su cuerpo.
parte delantera. Haga el nudo donde quede cmodo,
asegurndose de que el fular quede ajustado.
Newborn Hug Hold pg. 11
Hug Hold pg. 13 Hip Hold pg. 15

7 First Steps Moby Wrap The Comfortable Baby Carrier 8


9 Holds & Checks Moby Wrap
Putting baby in your Moby
...simple as
Triple-Wrapped Security
Now that you are wrapped it's time to put baby in.
Baby will sit on the "X" and be secured by three
sections of fabric. Together, these sections create the
MOBY Triple-Wrapped Security.
Shoulder piece section
Otra pieza de la parte del hombro
Shoulder piece closest to your body
La pieza del hombro ms cercana a su cuerpo
Logo tag section
Seccin de la etiqueta del logotipo
Introducir al beb en su Moby es tan fcil como 1,2,3.
Seguridad de triple envoltura Ahora que ya ha realizado
la envoltura, llega el momento de introducir al beb, al
cual se le situar sobre la "X" y se le asegurar mediante 3
secciones de tela.
The Comfortable Baby Carrier
The "X" Factor
Sections 1 and 2 cross from your shoulders around baby's
back and between baby's legs.
Buckle Up
Think of section 3 as your Moby seat belt. Always secure
your baby's back and shoulders with this section of fabric
by pulling it up and over baby.
El factor "X" Las secciones 1 y 2 se cruzan desde sus
hombros, alrededor de la espalda del beb y entre las
piernas de este.
Abrchese el cinturn Piense en la seccin 3 como si
fuera su cinturn de seguridad Moby. Asegure siempre la
espalda y los hombros de su beb con esta seccin de tela
tirando de ella hacia arriba y por encima del beb.
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 Newborn Hug Hold with Andrea & Austin
Introduce at 8 lbs. For babies under 8 lbs, consult your healthcare professional
Upright position with legs tucked
with Andrea & Austin

Helpful Hints
Newborn babies with colic,
gas or acid reflux often
prefer being carried in an
upright position.

If baby doesnt like being

in the wrap, gently take
baby out and try again later.

A baby can sense a wearer's

1 2 3
hesitance when using the
Locate the shoulder piece that is nearest your Place baby on the shoulder opposite from the Slide baby down your chest and into this wrap. Babies who "don't like
body. Open seams to create a pocket for baby. piece of fabric closest to you. pocket. The baby's legs will remain in the being wrapped" actually
fetal position.
Utilizar a partir de 3,63 kg. Para bebs de menos de Coloque al beb en el hombro contrario a la pieza
enjoy it (and fall fast asleep)
3,63 kg, consulte a su mdico. de tela ms cercana a usted. Deslice al beb hacia abajo e introdzcalo en este when carried by an
Localice la pieza del hombro ms cercana a su bolsillo. Las piernas del beb permanecern en experienced babywearer.
cuerpo. Abra las junturas para crear un bolsillo posicin fetal. Keep practicing!
para el beb.
Babies will cue you when
they are ready to be out
of this position by starting
You may tuck baby's to stretch their legs. At this
head under one of the
point, you may put babys
shoulder pieces for
additional support legs through the fabric as
instructed in the Hug Hold.

Dad Tip
The vibration of a mans
Adams apple can be soothing
to an upset baby. Try having Dad
or Grandpa hold the baby in
this position and walk around
humming or singing to soothe

4 Spread the fabric over the babys body

including the shoulders, back and bottom.

Extienda la tela por encima del cuerpo del beb,

5 Locate the opposite section of fabric and
spread over baby's body.

Localice la seccin de tela contraria y extindala

6 Find the logo tag and pull this section of
fabric up and over baby.

Busque la etiqueta del logotipo y tire hacia arriba

a crying infant.

For more helpful tips

incluyendo los hombros, espalda y trasero. sobre el cuerpo del beb. de esta seccin de tela y por encima del beb. please visit our website:
Puede meter la cabeza del beb por debajo de una de
la piezas del hombro para obtener apoyo adicional. mobywrap.com

11 Holds & Checks Moby Wrap The Comfortable Baby Carrier 12

 Hug Hold with Marisa & Amelia
Introduce when baby is fully stretching legs (2-3 months)
Upright position with legs out

1 Locate the shoulder piece that is closest

to your body.

Introducir cuando el beb est completamente

2 While holding baby on your opposite
shoulder, carefully put babys first leg through
the shoulder piece.
3 Spread the fabric over babys bottom and
shoulder. Keep spreading until the fabric is to
the hollows of babys knees.
4 Place babys second leg through the
other shoulder piece while supporting the
upper body.

estirar las piernas (2-3 meses). Mientras sujeta al beb sobre el hombro contrario, Extienda la tela por encima del trasero y el hombro Haga pasar la otra pierna del beb por la pieza del
Localice la pieza del hombro ms cercana a pase con cuidado la primera pierna del beb por la del beb. Siga extendiendo hasta que la tela llegue otro hombro mientras sostiene la parte superior
su cuerpo. pieza del hombro. a la concavidad de detrs de las rodillas del beb. del cuerpo.

Baby may need Secure baby's Baby should be

to be slightly shoulder with two in a seated
lifted up to sections of fabric position with
locate logo tag knees up
Carry baby
above your hips

5 Spread the fabric to the hollows of babys

knees, covering baby's bottom and shoulder.

Extienda la tela, cubriendo el trasero y el hombro

6 Locate the logo tag and gently put baby's
legs through this section.

Localice la etiqueta del hombro y haga pasar con

7 Continue pulling this section of fabric up
and over baby's back and shoulders.

Contine tirando de esta seccin de la tela hacia

8 You may tuck baby's head under one of the
shoulder pieces for additional support.

Puede meter la cabeza del beb por debajo de

del beb. cuidado las piernas del beb por esta seccin. arriba, as como por encima de la espalda y los una de la piezas del hombro para obtener apoyo
hombros del beb. Asegure el hombro del beb adicional. El beb debera estar sentado con las
con dos secciones de tela. Lleve al beb por encima rodillas hacia arriba.
de la cadera.

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 Hip Hold
Introduce when baby has excellent head & upper body control (5+ months)
A variation on the
Hug Hold, this hold
moves the X to
your side. It is a great
alternative for babies
who like to be carried
on the hip.
1 Before you wrap, choose the hip on which
youd like to carry baby.
Empiece a utilizarlo cuando el beb tenga un excelente control
de la cabeza y la parte superior del cuerpo (ms de 5 meses).
Antes de envolver, elija la cadera sobre la que le gustara llevar
al beb. Una variante de la Sujecin de Abrazo consiste en que se
traslada la "X" a su costado. Es una alternativa estupenda para
bebs a los que les gusta que les lleven sobre la cadera.
5 Bring babys other leg through the opposite shoulder
piece. Fully spread the fabric, ensuring it is to the
hollows of babys knees and over babys entire back.
Haga pasar la otra pierna del beb por la pieza del
hombro contrario. Extienda completamente la tela,
asegurndose de que est en la concavidad de detrs
de las rodillas y por toda la espalda del beb.
15 13Holds & Checks Moby Wrap
with Antonio & Lucas
Wrap using
either the
Folded or
Gathered
method
2 Wrap so that the shoulder piece closest to your
body is the side on which you will carry baby
(Antonio will carry on his left).
3 Shift the Moby so that the fabric X is
Envuelva de modo que la pieza del hombro ms
cercana a su cuerpo sea el costado sobre el que
llevar al beb (Antonio lo llevar a su izquierda).
Envuelva utilizando el Mtodo Doblado o el Recogido.
6 Locate the logo tag and gently put both of
babys legs through this section. Pull fabric
up over babys back and shoulders.
7 Baby is now in a seated position straddling
Localice la etiqueta del logotipo y pase
cuidadosamente las dos piernas del beb por esta
seccin. Tire de la tela hacia arriba por encima de la
espalda y los hombros del beb.
The Comfortable Baby Carrier
moved from your front to your side.
Mueva el Moby de modo que la "X" de la tela pase
de la parte de delante hasta su costado.
your hip with one leg in front and one
behind you.
Los hombros del beb deberan asegurarse
con dos capas de tela y debera sentarse
cmodamente en su cadera.
Variation of the Hug Hold
4 Place one of babys legs through the shoulder
piece closest to your body, so that baby straddles
your hip. Spread the fabric over babys bottom
and shoulder.
Haga pasar una de las piernas del beb por la pieza
del hombro ms cercana a su cuerpo, de modo que el
beb se siente a horcajadas sobre su cadera. Extienda
la tela sobre el trasero y el hombro del beb.
Baby should
be in a seated
position with
knees up
8 Baby should be seated comfortably at your hip
with baby's shoulders secured by two layers of
fabric.
Los hombros del beb deberan asegurarse con dos
capas de tela y debera sentarse cmodamente en su
cadera. El beb debera estar sentado con las rodillas
hacia arriba.
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 Kangaroo Wrap & Hold
Introduce at 8 lbs. For babies under 8 lbs, consult your healthcare professional
1 Place the Moby Wrap across your waist with
the logo tag centered at your navel.
Utilizar a partir de 3,63 kg. Para bebs de menos
de 3,63 kg, consulte a su mdico.
Coloque el Moby Wrap delante de su cintura con la
etiqueta del logotipo centrada en su ombligo.
5 Holding baby securely, bring one fabric end
over babys back towards your opposite hip
and guide under baby's leg.
Mientras sujeta al beb con seguridad, pase un
extremo de la tela sobre la espalda del beb,
llvelo hasta la cadera contraria y guelo por
debajo de la pierna del beb.
15 Holds & Checks
17
with Brittany & Elsie
2 Wrap the ends of the Moby behind your back.
Make an "X" on your back by crossing the two
ends up over your shoulders.
Envuelva los extremos del Moby por detrs de su
espalda. Forme una "X" en la espalda cruzando los
dos extremos por encima de los hombros.
6 Repeat with the other fabric end, making sure
you keep both fabric ends pulled snugly as
you wrap.
Repita la operacin con el otro extremo de la tela,
asegurndose de tirar de ambos extremos de la misma
de forma que se ajusten bien mientras envuelve.
Moby Wrap
Wrap around baby
Tuck fabric up
between babys
legs to create
a seat
3 Now it's time for baby. Hold baby up on
your shoulder.
Llega el momento del beb. Sujete al beb y
4 Gently lower baby into the fabric section with
the logo tag, putting both legs through and
tucking fabric under baby's bottom.
apyelo sobre su hombro. Introduzca cuidadosamente al beb en la seccin
de la tela con la etiqueta del logotipo, haciendo
pasar las dos piernas y metiendo la tela por debajo
del trasero del beb. Tire hacia arriba de un poco de
tela entre las piernas del beb para crear un asiento.
Make sure
baby's mouth
and nose are
visible
Feel to make
sure chin is
lifted off chest
Try flipping
fabric at
shoulder for
comfort
7 Wrap fabric ends around your body. Double
knot at your back, hip or front.
Envuelva su cuerpo con los extremos de la tela.
8 Tuck back of babys head into a shoulder
section for additional support.
Introduzca la nuca del beb en una seccin del
Andelos en la espalda, la cadera o por delante. hombro para conseguir apoyo adicional. Asegrese
Pruebe a darle la vuelta a la tela en el hombro para de que la boca y la nariz del beb se pueden ver.
una mayor comodidad. Asegrese de comprobar que la barbilla est
despegada del pecho.
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Am I
How to test your Moby fit

Wrapped Is your Moby

wrapped too loose?
Correctly?
Me he Envuelto Correctamente?
To test: Support baby
with at least one hand
and lean forward.
Readjust your wrap if it is too loose by
Baby should stay close to your body. removing baby from wrap, untying and

Perfect!
pulling fabric tighter. Then re-tie. Check
Baby should fit snugly in again after baby is back in.
your Moby as shown here.
El beb debe estar cerca de su cuerpo. Est su Moby demasiado suelto? Your Moby is too loose if baby
El beb debera ajustarse bien en su Moby. Comprobacin: Sujete al beb con al menos una
mano e inclnese hacia delante. Reajuste la pulls away from your body
envoltura si est demasiado ceida y saque when you lean forward.
al beb de esta, desatndola y soltando tela.
Luego, tela de nuevo. Vuelva a comprobar Su Moby est demasiado suelto si el beb se
despus de reintroducir al beb. separa de su cuerpo al inclinarse hacia delante.

Adjusting Baby
Is your Moby To adjust baby, follow steps
wrapped too tight? 1 & 2 on the left.

Check on baby's positioning to ensure

To test: Follow the directions on safety and comfort.
the right. You are wrapped too Be sure to perform your safety checks
tight if you cant adjust baby. (pages 8 & 17) while adjusting baby.
Readjust your wrap if it is too tight by
If baby seems fussy in the Moby, first
removing baby from wrap, untying and
loosening fabric. Then re-tie. Check again try adjusting baby's position before
after baby is back in. taking baby out.

It may take a few tries to feel confident

1 2
with the wrapping process. Read
Est la envoltura de su Moby Bring logo section down to babys mid-back. Insert hands After checking that baby is wrapped correctly, Practice Makes Perfect on page 32
demasiado apretada? through sides of the Moby Wrap and adjust baby as pull logo section back up to secure shoulders. for more helpful hints.
Comprobacin: Sujete al beb con al menos needed. You are wrapped too tight if you cant adjust baby.
una mano e inclnese hacia delante. Reajuste la Tras comprobar que el beb est envuelto
envoltura si est demasiado ceida y saque al
beb de esta, desatndola y soltando tela. Luego,
Mueva hacia abajo la seccin del logotipo hasta el centro de correctamente, vuelva a tirar hacia arriba de la Time for
la espalda del beb. Introduzca las manos por los lados del seccin del logotipo para asegurar los hombros.
tela de nuevo. Vuelva a comprobar despus de Moby Wrap y ajuste al beb segn sea necesario. El Moby est your Moby
reintroducir al beb. demasiado apretado si no puede ajustar al beb. Safety Checks
19 Holds & Checks Moby Wrap The Comfortable Baby Carrier 1820
 Taking
Baby Out
Chin is off chest
La barbilla est despegada Keep your
en

Checklist
Moby on, th
del pecho

baby can go
Cmo Sacar al Beb

Comprobaciones de Seguridad
Baby's face is visible
Puede verse la cara del beb
n
back in whe
ready!
Consejo: no deshaga la
envoltura de su Moby,
ya que el beb puede
volverse a meter cuando
todo est listo!

The logo tag

section "seat belt"
is securing baby's entire
back and shoulders
La seccin de la etiqueta
del logotipo ("cinturn de
seguridad") est asegurando
toda la espalda y los hombros
del beb

Baby is in a seated
position with knees
up above bottom
El beb est sentado con
las rodillas hacia arriba por
encima del trasero

Baby is carried above hips

El beb se lleva por encima de las caderas

Fabric is spread
to the hollows
of baby's knees
1 Lower the Moby logo tag below babys bottom.
Open fabric, carefully supporting baby as you do
this. Newborns will need additional head support. 2 Lift baby straight up and out of the Moby.
Keep baby close to your body as you lift up.

Levante al beb hacia arriba y squelo del Moby.

Baje la etiqueta del Moby por debajo del trasero del Mantenga al beb cerca de su cuerpo mientras
La tela se extiende hasta
beb. Abra la tela, sujetando al beb con cuidado lo levanta.
las concavidades de las
mientras lo hace. Los recin nacidos necesitarn
rodillas del beb
apoyo adicional para la cabeza.

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Taking care of yourself

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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 bar
While Pregnant
Nutrient What It Does Where To Get It
& Breastfeeding
lean red meat
65-75 grams per day poultry
Babys red blood cells, fish
Protein vs. 50-55 grams pre-pregnancy metabolism and development dairy
- that is an additional 2 oz of are dependent on protein. beans/soy
meat OR 2 tbsp of almond butter eggs
LUNA Bar
800 micrograms per day dark green leafy vegetables
vs. 400 mcg pre-pregnancy - beans
Promotes baby's brain and
Folic Acid that is an additional 1 cup fortified orange juice
spinal column development.
cooked spinach OR cup 50% whole grains
RDA folate fortified cereal LUNA Bar

1,000 milligrams per day dairy

tofu
(the amount hasn't changed Necessary for formation of baby's
beans
Calcium since pre-pregnancy but it's even bones and keeping mom's bones
almonds
more important now that you are strong.
broccoli/kale
eating for two) LUNA Bar
lean red meat
27 milligrams per day eggs
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Iron baby and support healthy blood
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beef AND cup kidney beans) spinach
LUNA Bar

1.3-1.4 grams per day Important in baby's brain low mercury fish like
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Acids mom's positive outlook post- walnuts
important at this stage) partum. LUNA Bar

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 Reaching your personal breastfeeding goals

{Top 5}
Breastfeeding Tips
Best for Babes is
the first consumer-
driven, celebrity and

4
corporate-backed
501(c)(3) nonprofit Get inspired Beat the "booby traps"

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dedicated to beating Talk to a friend or relative who enjoyed Have a game plan for any bumps along
the cultural and breastfeeding, or read up on celebrity the way. Make sure your ob-gyn, hospital and
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feeding decisions house. Psych yourself up. You can do it! belts and sunscreen. Remember, almost all women
and prevent moms can breastfeed successfully, and 95% of problems are
from achieving Hit the ground running easily solved with the right help.
their personal

5
Aim for a good latch within an hour of birth
breastfeeding goals, Get in the groove

2
and get a pro to help you; pain is not okay!
whether that's 2 Your baby is programmed to go straight Remember, the first few days and weeks
days, 2 months, or 2 from birth to the breast, both for comfort are a learning curve, but like riding a bike,
years! Moby Wrap has and colostrum - so weighing, tests, and you'll get the hang of it soon. Keep
partnered with Best relatives can wait. Snuggle up: skin-to-skin phone numbers of your support
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and family to bring a meal

3
Prepare in advance or watch the baby while
Treat breastfeeding like planing a wedding, you nap, set small,
or interviewing for a job. Take a class, join manageable goals
or create a support group and interview and acknowledge
When using a Moby lactation consultants (just in case). Enroll your yourself.
while breastfeeding, spouse - their support is key. Make sure your
use your arms to employer understands that breastfeeding
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e s o f
cipl
Pr i n
e n t i n g
P ar
Attachment Parenting International
promotes the conditions that are
vital for the optimal development of
children. These are at the core of APIs educational
mission and are encompassed in APIs
Eight Principles of Parenting:
1
Prepare for Pregnancy,
3 7
Respond with Sensitivity
Birth & Parenting Build the foundation of trust and empathy
Become emotionally and physically prepared beginning in infancy. Tune in to what your
for pregnancy and birth. Research available child is communicating to you, then respond
options for healthcare providers and birthing consistently and appropriately. Babies cannot be
environments, and become informed about routine expected to self-soothe; they need calm, loving,
newborn care. empathetic parents to help them learn to regulate
their emotions. Respond sensitively to a child who is
2
hurting or expressing strong emotion, and share in
Feed with Love and Respect his or her joy.
Breastfeeding is the optimal way to satisfy
4
an infants nutritional and emotional
needs. Bottle nursing adapts breastfeeding Use Nurturing Touch
behaviors to bottle-feeding to help initiate a secure Touch meets a babys needs for physical
attachment. Follow the feeding cues for both infants contact, affection, security, stimulation, and
and children, encouraging them to eat when they movement. Skin-to-skin contact is especially
are hungry and stop when they are full. Offer healthy effective, such as during breastfeeding, bathing, or
food choices and model healthy eating behavior. infant massage. Carrying or babywearing also meets
this need while on the go. Hugs, snuggling, back
rubs, massage, and physical play help meet this
need in older children.
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APIs Eight Principles of Parenting
5
Ensure Safe Sleep,
Physically & Emotionally
Babies and children have needs at night
just as they do during the day, from hunger,
loneliness, and fear, to feeling too hot or too cold.
They rely on parents to soothe them and help them
regulate their intense emotions. Sleep training
techniques can have detrimental physiological and
psychological effects. Safe cosleeping benefits both
babies (or children) and parents.
API's Mission
6
Provide Consistent, Loving Care Educate and support all parents
Babies and young children have an intense in raising secure, joyful, and
need for the physical presence of a consistent, empathic children in order to
loving, responsive caregiver, ideally a parent. If it
becomes necessary, choose an alternate caregiver strengthen families and create a
who has formed a bond with the child and who more compassionate world.
cares for her or him in a way that strengthens the
attachment relationship. Keep schedules flexible, and
minimize stress and fear during short separations.
Practice Positive Discipline
Positive discipline helps a child develop a
conscience guided by his or her own internal
discipline and compassion for others. Discipline that
is empathetic, loving, and respectful strengthens the API Membership
connection between parent and child. Rather than
reacting to behavior, discover the needs leading API has provided almost 20 years of
to the behavior. Communicate and craft solutions grassroots, global, compassionate,
support to families everywhere! Help
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spread the word and impact the
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Strive for Balance
API offers free membership that includes
in Personal & Family Life great e-newsletters and The Attached
Family electronic magazine. Join today!
It is easier to be emotionally responsive when attachmentparenting.org
you feel in balance. Create a support network,
set realistic goals, put people before things, and
dont be afraid to say no. Recognize individual needs
within the family and meet them to the greatest
extent possible without compromising your physical
and emotional health. Be creative, have fun with
parenting, and take time to care for yourself. Used with permission. Copyright API 2013
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 Skin-to-Skin Care in the Moby Wrap

Importance
ofTouch Skin-to-Skin & Breastfeeding
Mothers who practice skin-to-skin care with their
infants breastfeed longer and more frequently.
Babies have better weight gain and are discharged
from the hospital earlier. Mothers also report greater
confidence in caring for their infants.2

Dads Too!
Skin-to-skin contact is used to
Fathers who practice
promote parent/infant bonding, skin-to-skin care with their
especially for premature babies. babies feel an incredible
bond. This is highly
It is the practice of holding an preferable to having dad
infant dressed only in a diaper involved by bottle feeding,
which can have the adverse
between a mothers bare breasts effect of decreasing the
or on fathers chest. Through mothers milk supply, There is no fabric
leading to early weaning.
contact with parents' skin, babies separating the parent
from the baby, so
remain warm and experience parents can practice
more interaction. Skin-to-Skin: skin-to-skin for several
The Overall Results hours a day with ease.

The Research According to Dr. Sears and many other The Moby Wrap is wide
pediatric experts, skin-to-skin care and babywearing enough to keep the parent
Dr. Nils Bergman's comprehensive research are proven to:
promotes the concept of bringing the mother and covered and warm.
baby together as almost a single entity. His studies Reduce Crying
This is a wonderfully
revealed that babies have a biological need for skin- Increase Babys Weight
to-skin contact, and that a mothers body responds rewarding way for
Help Prevent Colic parents and caregivers
to this need.
Increase Babys Overall Health to bond with their
Dr. Bergmans research concludes:
Boost Milk Production babies!
A mothers chest temperature changes to meet her
babys needs, rising if baby is cold and decreasing more likely to be left on their mothers for at least an Improve Babys Sleep Time
It may take a few tries to
if baby becomes too warm. The mothers chest hour after birth in order to stabilize vital signs. This and Quality
feel confident with the
responds through biofeedback, doing a superior job is also true before and after any invasive procedure Lower Babys (& Mothers)
when compared to a traditional incubator. 1 wrapping process.
such as drawing blood. Stress Hormones
Read Practice Makes
A babys stress hormones, blood pressure, A baby that experiences skin-to-skin contact is Perfect on page 40 for
oxygenation, temperature and heart rate stabilize more likely to breastfeed without problems.
more helpful hints.
with skin-to-skin contact. These findings are The closeness elicits maternal caregiving and
changing hospital practices for the better. Babies are protective behaviors. 1 Lawrence, Ruth and Robert Lawrence, Breastfeeding:
A Guide for the Medical Profession, 1999
2 Sears, William, M.D., The Attachment Parenting Book, 2001

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 Moby Information
Moby Wrap Inc.
PO Box 1066
Chico, CA 95927
mobywrap.com
info@mobywrap.com
toll free: 888-629-9727
530-898-8200

Soothes Fussy Babies

It is amazing how quickly a baby will settle down once
wrapped in the Moby Wrap. Experts, like Dr. Sears,
stress the importance of holding baby often and
close. The Moby Wrap allows you to
do this with ease.

Practice Makes Perfect Be Secure

It may take 3-5 attempts at wrapping With the one-way
to feel confident with the process. stretch cotton and
Try watching yourself in the mirror wide width of
while you put on your Moby Wrap. the Moby Wrap,
Practice with a doll or large stuffed baby is wrapped
animal. When introducing baby to close and tight,
the Moby Wrap, make sure baby is ensuring a secure
fed and happy. hold. Babys
head can also be
Machine Washable tucked under the
The Moby Wrap is easy to clean. stretchy cotton
Prewashing before first use is fabric for added
recommended. You can machine safety. You can
wash your wrap in cold water and go about your day
air-dry or tumble dry on low. Your in triple-wrapped
Moby Wrap may shrink slightly in security. Please refer
the dryer, but will stretch out again to the safety section
after being worn. (pages 1-4, 10 & 19-21)
for tips on keeping your
child secure, as well as
Be Comfortable safety tips for each specific hold
The Moby Wrap design uses your entire back, as well throughout the booklet.
as your shoulders, to carry the weight of baby. Unlike
other carriers, which have narrow straps or go across Be Uniquely Close
one shoulder, the Moby Wrap is a wide piece of fabric
that is wrapped over both shoulders. The absence of There is not a lot of extra material or bulky padding
buckles, snaps or other fasteners makes it amazingly between you and baby. Within the cuddly confines of
comfortable and easy to wear. It is simple to adjust the Moby Wrap, baby finds comfort in the warmth of
the fit of your Moby Wrap by varying how tightly you your body and the sound of your heartbeat.
wrap yourself.
with M oby Wrap and our amazing
n n ected communi
get co ty of parents just like you!
Photos by Marty Crosley Photography Copyright 2013 Moby Wrap Inc.

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 f i t s o f
e n e
B wearing
Baby happines
s
43%
Babies who are carried
regularly cry 43% less,
& 54% less during
the evening hours
Hunziker & Barr (1986)

plore
ex
Navigate
crowds safely
& easily while
babywearing - leave the
stroller at the curb!
interaction

Interaction
between babies
& adults leads
to early social
development
in children

more Benefits of Babywearing on

mobywrap.com

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