Liinalapsi Oy Wompat Mei Tai, WompatWrap Tai Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual:

Wompat Mei Tai & Wrap Tai

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Wompat baby carrier is designed and carefully hand made in Fin­land. Wompat carrier is a great help in everyday life: it helps you
to bond with your child from the start. A newborn baby feels
secure and it is easier for you to meet baby’s needs when he
is close. On the other hand an overwhelmed toddler enjoys the
closeness equally.

Read all instructions carefully before assembling and using the
baby carrier. Keep instructions for further use. Check the carrier
before each use: make sure the buckles, straps and adjustments
are secure. Before each use check for ribbed seams, torn straps
or fabric or any damaged fasteners. Ensure the child is properly
placed in the carrier and his legs are placed correctly.

Wompat baby carrier comes in four sizes. The baby size is for
about 0-18 months, medium size for 1-3 years, toddler size 2-4
years and the pre-school size 3-5 years. The minimum weight
limit for the baby size Wompat is 3,5 kg (7 lbs). The maximum
weight for baby size is 20 kg (45 lbs). The maximum weight for
the medium, toddler and pre-school Wompat is 22 kg (48 lbs). If
you need help choosing the right size, please contact your local
distributor or the manufacturer.

You can carry the child on the front or on the back. Always carry
the child in an upright position and facing towards you. Carry a
small baby high against your chest and her head close enough
to kiss. Carry the child in the ergonomic frog leg position: baby’s
legs open and his knees at the same level or higher than her bot­tom. Never open the waist strap while the child is in the carrier!

Practice with a doll or teddy and use a mirror as help. Ask another
adult to help you, if you feel unsure – specially with the back car­ries. When you first start wearing the baby, make sure that baby
is well fed and calm. It is also good practise to start moving when
the baby is in the carrier for example take a walk. The movement
will calm the baby.

Baby’s face should always be visible – do not cover baby’s face.
Baby’s nose should not be pressed against your body. The carrier
should be tight enough so that baby’s chin will not curl against
his chest but not too tight so that baby can move his head eas­ily. Always monitor the baby in the carrier and make sure that
baby can breath easily. Premature infants, infants with respiratory
problems and babies under 4 months are at greatest risk of suf­focation.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use common sense.
Baby’s safety is always your responsibility. Do not perform any
activities that might put your baby in danger for example bike or
horse riding, running, jogging, jumping etc. Never use the carrier
while engaging in activities such as cooking or cleaning which
involves a heat source or exposure to chemicals. Never wear the
baby carrier while driving or being a passenger in a motor vehicle.
Do not lay down or sleep while baby is in the carrier. Never use
the carrier when your balance or mobility is impaired because of
exercise, drowsiness or medical conditions.

Introduction & safety Hints & Tips

Baby 0-2 months:

Baby 2-4 months: Tips for Wrap Tai:

3. Adjust the small string under the
hood: the fabric should support baby’s
neck and upper back.

1. Tie a string around the base of the
carrier to make it narrower between
baby’s legs.

1. Put on the waist belt like in this
picture: the warning label facing out.
When you lift up the carrier it will
form a secure pouch for a small baby.

4. When the baby falls asleep turn his
cheek towards your chest so that baby
can breath easily. Check the sleeping
baby regularly and make sure he has
free airways.

1. Spread out the shoulder straps
widely over baby’s bottom and back.

2. Baby’s legs should stay inside the
carrier. The legs are curled naturally.

2. Spread the fabric widely over your
shoulders and back.

3. Back carry: cross the shoulder straps
over your chest, spread the fabric.