BABY K-TAN Pre Wrapped Ready To Wear Baby Carrier Instruction Manual

Pre Wrapped Ready To Wear Baby Carrier
Instruction Manual

Pre Wrapped Ready To Wear Baby Carrier

IMPORTANT! KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND FOLLOW ALL IMPORTANT USE AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.

THE INTERNATIONAL HIP DYSPLASIA INSTITUTE ACKNOWLEDGES THE BABY K’TAN BABY CARRIER AS A “HIP-HEALTHY” PRODUCT WHEN USED AS DIRECTED. WARNING

Failure to follow these warnings and the manufacturer’s instructions can result in death or serious injury. Only use this carrier with children weighing between 8 and 35 pounds.
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 8 pounds without seeking the advice of a healthcare professional.

FALL HAZARD

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

WARNING – When using this baby carrier, constantly monitor your child.
Please read all instructions in accompanying manual or visit babyktan.com/pages/sizing-and-safety for a ra copy of our user manual and baby wearing safety and sizing tips.

Correct
Upright (optimal) Chin up; face visible Nose and mouth free X Incorrect
Baby’s face covered and pressed tight against wearer X Incorrect
Baby is hunched with chin touching chest; face covered ERGONOMIC design
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier features a patented double-loop design that distributes weight across the wearer’s back and both shoulders, and provides multiple ergonomic carrying positions for baby.
A matching sash is included with every carrier for added support and security in certain positions.
Plus, the sash converts to a handy storage bag!
Now you have your Baby Ktam.
What is the next step?
We want to make sure you get the correct fit and use of your Baby K’tan Carrier. Take advantage and make an appointment with our certified babywearing educator/ lactation consultant for a FREE video consult!
Scan this QR code and connect with the K’tan Care Team on anything you need

If you have any issues with your carrier or size, please contact us before returning your item. We are here for you!
info@babyktan.com
866-YES-KTAN (937-5826)

USE OUR INTERACTIVE SIZING CALCULATOR
BABYKTAN.COM/SIZING

OR USE OUR SIZING CHART
WOMEN’S DRESS OR CLOTHING SIZE

MEN’S JACKET OR CHEST SIZE (CM)
THE perfect FIT
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier is individually sized to the wearer, eliminating the need to adjust it. Refer to our sizing chart to select your size or use our sizing calculator.
HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT SIZE?
The Baby K’tan Baby Carrier should fit snugly.
Use your pre-pregnancy size and size down if you are in-between categories or 5’2” or shorter; age and weight of your baby is not a factor. The carrier should feel tighter than expected initially, but it will stretch with use.
CONTACT A K’TAN CARE SPECIALIST FOR ADDITIONAL SIZING HELP: 866.YES.KTAN (937.5826)

FAQ

• Is the Baby K’tan a wrap?

No! Wraps are made of a single, long piece of fabric while the Baby K'tan has a patented double-loop design. This allows you to wear the Baby K’tan without any wrapping, while still providing all of the same positions and benefits of a wrap!

• Can my partner and I share?

The Baby K’tan is a personal item of clothing. It is meant to fit like a “snug” t-shirt. Two people can share if they are the same size; however if one size will fityour partner and another would fit you, we recommend that you each purchase your own size in order to have a secure and comfortable fit.

• Will my Baby K’tan shrink?

The Baby K’tan is designed to stretch with use and tighten up in the wash. Accordingly, the carrier may feel snug after washing; however, the cross stretch of the fabric enables the Baby K'tan to stretch back out.

• Is it good for my baby’s hips?

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THE benefits OF BABY WEARING
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BABIES CRY LESS
FREE YOUR HANDS
HEALTHY DEVELOPMENT
BOND WITH BABY
PROMOTE BREASTFEEDING

GETTING STARTED WITH THE BABY K’TAN BABY CARRIER

The Baby K’tan has a patented double-loop design.

1. Hold the loops together and place them over your head like a necklace (with connecting loop at the back).

2. Separate the loops and place one arm through each.
   Tip: If the “X” falls near your neck, shift it down so that it crosses at the center of your back.

3. Lower the outer loop from your shoulder so that it hangs at your waist

AFTER GETTING STARTED CONTINUE WITH:

• KANGAROO POSITION p.9
• HUG POSITION p.11
• EXPLORE POSITION p.13
• ADVENTURE POSITION p. 15
• Hip Positon does not require the Getting Started steps.
• HIP POSITION p. 17

1. Stretch open the inner loop to form a pocket or hammock.

2. Place baby upright in the pocket – knees to tummy in a froggy or “M” position.
   Tip: Make sure baby is centered in the fabric with equal amount of material on both sides.

3. Place your arm through the loop at your waist and pull it back onto your shoulder.

4. Spread the loop open over your shoulder and over baby. Keep baby’s face visible.
   Tip: Pull the back support-band down to help center the loops. You can shift baby up at the same time.

• Baby can sense your mood. Stay calm and keep practicing!
• Try your carrier when baby is fed, rested and in a good mood.
• Flip the fabric at your shoulder(s) to tighten up excess material and to move it away from baby’s face.
• If baby is fussy, calmly take baby out and try again later.
• If baby is trying to “stand up” in the fabric, try the Hug Position.
• To place baby in an “M” position, knees should be tucked to tummy.

TIME FOR A
SAFETY CHECK, p.21

HUG POSITION

Approx. 1-18 months
Approx. 8-25lbs / 3.6-12kg
INTRODUCE WHEN BABY BEGINS STRETCHING LEGS

1. Hold your baby facing you.

2. Place baby’s leg through the inner loop, so that baby is straddling the fabric.
   Tip: Spread the fabric wide from knee-to-knee so that baby is in an “M” position (knees above baby’s bottom). Spread the fabric over baby’s shoulder.

3. Pull the loop at your waist back onto your shoulder and between baby’s legs. Spread open the fabric.
   Tip: Pull the back support-band down to help center the loops. You can shift baby up at the same time.

4. Tie the sash around you and your baby.
   Tip: The sash can be tied at your back or wrapped around and tied at your front.

K’TAN TIPS

• Try your carrier when baby is fed, rested and in a good mood.
• Baby can sense your mood. Stay calm and keep practicing!
• If baby is fussy, calmly take baby out and try again later.
• If baby is sleeping or does not have head control, tuck his/her ad into the fabric.
• To carry baby on your hip, shift baby to your side before tying the sash.

EXPLORE POSITION

Approx. 4-12 months
Approx. 12-21lbs / 5.5-9.5kg
INTRODUCE WHEN BABY HAS HEAD CONTROL

1. Stretch open the inner loop to form a pocket or hammock.

2. Hold baby with legs crossed (“criss-cross”position) and place baby in the pocket.
   Tip: Make sure baby is centered in the fabric, with equal amounts of material on both sides.

3. Place your arm through the loop at your waist and pull it back onto your shoulder.

4. Spread the loop open over your shoulder and over baby. Keep baby’s face visible.
   Tip: Pull the back support-band down to help center the loops. You can shift baby up at the same time.

K’TAN TIPS

• Baby can sense your mood. Stay calm and keep practicing!
• Flip the fabric at your shoulder(s) to tighten up excess material and to move it away from baby’s face.
• Try your carrier when baby is fed, rested and in a good mood.
• If baby is fussy, calmly take baby out and try again later.

ADVENTURE POSITION

Approx. 5-20 months
Approx. 14-27lbs/6.4-12kg
INTRODUCE WHEN BABY HAS FULL HEAD AND NECK CONTROL

1. Hold your baby facing out.

2. Place baby’s leg and arm through the inner loop.
   Tip: Spread the fabric wide from knee-to-knee so that baby is in an “M” position (knees above baby’s bottom).

3. Pull the loop from your waist back onto your shoulder and between baby’s legs. Spread open the fabric.
   Tip: Pull the back support-band down to help center the loops. You can shift baby up at the same time.

4. Tie the sash around you and your baby.
   Tip: The sash can be tied at your back or wrapped around and tied at your front.

K’TAN TIPS

• If baby is fussy, calmly take baby out and try again later.
• Try your carrier when baby is fed, rested and in a good mood.
• Baby can sense your mood. Stay calm and keep practicing!
• The Adventure Position should not be used for long periods of time to avoid overstimulation.
• Move baby’s bottom forward so that baby is leaning against you. This will help place baby in a seated position.

HIP POSITION

Approx. 6-36 months
Approx. 17-35lbs / 7.7-15.8kg
INTRODUCE WHEN BABY IS ABLE TO SIT UP UNASSISTED

The Baby K’tan has a patented double-loop design.

1. Hold the loops together and place them over your head like a necklace (with connecting loop at the back).
2. Layer one loop over the other and place one arm through both of the loops.
3. Place baby’s legs through the loops and have baby straddle your hip.
   Spread the fabric so that it reaches from the bend in baby’s knees up to baby’s armpit.

K’TAN TIPS

• If baby is fussy, calmly take baby out and try again later.
• Baby can sense your mood. Stay calm and keep practicing!
• Try your carrier when baby is fed, rested and in a good mood.
• When carrying baby in the Hip Position, keep one arm encircled around baby’s back at all times for support and balance.
• Flip the fabric at your shoulder to tighten the carrier.

A beautiful BOND
BREASTFEEDING AND KANGAROO CARE are both excellent tools to help parent and baby achieve that special bond. Try practicing one or both in the Baby K’tan for a beautiful hands-free experience.

Breastfeeding

While wearing your baby in the Baby K’tan, shift your baby so that he/she is more reclined. You may also need to shift baby down so that he/she can reach your breast. This can be done by lifting baby away from your body and moving him/her downwards.
Try different positions to see what works best for you and your baby. Practicing in front of a mirror may also be helpful.
WARNING: Never use this carrier for a preterm infant without seeking the advice of a healthcare professional.
Use extra caution and check on baby often when wearing a baby under 4 months of age. If nursing your baby in the carrier, always move the baby’s face away from the breast after feeding. Use extra caution and check on baby often while breastfeeding to ensure that baby has a clear source of air. Reposition baby upright after breastfeeding.

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Kangaroo Care
Kangaroo Care is the practice of holding or wearing a newborn skin-to-skin.
To practice Kangaroo Care in the Baby K’tan, remove your shirt and your infant’s shirt and place your newborn skin-to-skin in the Kangaroo or Hug Positions.

• HELPS REGULATE BABY’S BODY TEMP
• MORE RAPID BRAIN DEVELOPMENT
• ENHANCES SUCCESSFUL BREASTFEEDING
• DECREASED CRYING
• EARLIER PARENT-CHILD BONDING
• IMPROVED OXYGEN SATURATION LEVELS

SAFETY CHECK

Baby has a clear source of air
Nose and mouth are visible and baby’s chin is off his/her chest. Baby is in a seated position
Knees level with baby’s bottom and fabric reaching bend in knees. Sash is tied securely around baby
For positions that require the sash. Baby’s head is supported
If baby does not have head control or if baby is sleeping. REMEMBER T.I.C.K.S. Tight carrier with no loose fabric
Make sure baby is positioned correctly by following these safety tips: WARNING

Failure to follow these warnings and the manufacturer’s instructions can result in death or serious injury. Only use this carrier with children weighing between 8 and 35 pounds.
SUFFOCATION HAZARD

• Babies younger than 4 months can sufocate in this product if face is pressed tightly against your body.
  Babies at greatest risk of sufocation 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 8 pounds without seeking the advice of a healthcare professional.

FALL HAZARD

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

WARNING – When using this baby carrier, constantly monitor your child.
Please read all instructions in accompanying manual or visit babyktan.com/pages/sizing-and-safety for a copy of our user manual and baby wearing safety and sizing tips.

BABY K’TAN SAFETY

• Only use this carrier with children weighing between birth and 35 LBS.
  Never use this carrier with babies smaller than 8 LBS without seeking the advice of a healthcare professional.

• Read and follow all printed instructions before use. Ensure that the baby is safely positioned in the carrier according to manufacturer’s instructions for use.

• Check on the baby often. Ensure that the baby is periodically repositioned.

• 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.

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

• Never use the carrier 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.

• Keep the carrier away from children when it is not in use.

• Never place more than one baby in the carrier. Never use more than one carrier at a time. Never leave a baby in a carrier that is not being worn.

• The carer should be aware of the increased risk of your child falling out of the carrier as it becomes more active.

• Never use the carrier while engaging in activities such as cooking and cleaning which involve a heat source or exposure to chemicals. Never wear the carrier while driving or being a passenger in a motor vehicle. The carrier is not suitable for sporting activities, e.g. running, cycling, swimming and skiing.

• Do not wear baby on your back. Never use the carrier in any body of water. Do not fall asleep while wearing your baby in the carrier.

• Do not wear baby facing outward until baby has head control. Do not use the “Hip” position until baby is able to sit up unassisted. When wearing baby in the “Hip” position, keep one arm around baby at all times. Use caution when moving around doorways and sharp objects.

• Always make sure the carrier fits snugly and that baby is held securely to your chest. If the carrier feels loose or too tight, discontinue use of the carrier. You may need a different size.

• Warning: Active carrier may slip on slick fabrics. Avoid dressing baby in clothing made of slippery fabrics when wearing baby in the Active carrier.

Neither Baby K’tan, LLC nor its affiliates, distributors, wholesalers or retailers are responsible for accidents or injuries that occur from improper use of the carrier or as a result of any subsequent alteration or modification to the carrier. For questions or concerns, contact 866-937-5826 or info@babyktan.com

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BABY K’TAN, LLC COMPLIES WITH DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL SAFETY STANDARDS

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ASTM F2907-15
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METHODS FOR BABY CARRIERS BABY K’TAN
BABY CARRIERS COMPLY| INTERNATIONAL STANDARD CONSUMER SAFETY SPECIFICATION FOR SLING CARRIERS
BABY K’TAN BABY CARRIERS COMPLY

AT BABY K’TAN, SAFETY HAS ALWAYS BEEN OUR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY.
WE ARE PROUD TO SHOWCASE OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFE BABYWEARING, AND EXCEEDING SAFETY STANDARDS.

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FEDERAL U.S. STANDARD STANDARD TO IMPROVE THE
SAFETY OF INFANT CARRIERS BABY K’TAN
BABY CARRIERS COMPLY| INTERNATIONAL APPROVAL
HIP HEALTHY PRODUCT
ACKNOWLEDGMENT BABY K’TAN
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