Tula Free-To-Grow Instruction Manual

free-to-grow carrier

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Baby Tula | BabyTula.com

IMPORTANT!
KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE AND USE.

Read all instructions before assembling and using the soft carrier.

WARNING

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FALL AND SUFFOCATION HAZARD

FALL HAZARD – INFANTS CAN FALL THROUGH A WIDE LEG OPENING
OR OUT OF CARRIER.

• BEFORE EACH USE, MAKE SURE ALL BUCKLES ARE SECURE.

• TAKE SPECIAL CARE WHEN LEANING OR WALKING.

• NEVER BEND AT WAIST; BEND AT KNEES.

• ONLY USE THIS CARRIER FOR CHILDREN BETWEEN 7 LBS (3.2 KG)
AND 45 LBS (20.4 KG).

• TO PREVENT HAZARDS FROM FALLING ENSURE THAT YOUR CHILD
IS SECURELY POSITIONED IN THE CARRIER.

• NEVER LEAVE CHILD UNATTENDED IN OR WITH THE BABY TULA CARRIER.

SUFFOCATION HAZARD – INFANTS UNDER 4 MONTHS CAN
SUFFOCATE IN THIS PRODUCT IF FACE IS PRESSED TIGHT
AGAINST YOUR BODY.

• DO NOT STRAP BABY TOO TIGHT AGAINST YOUR BODY.

• ALLOW ROOM FOR HEAD MOVEMENT.

• KEEP INFANT’S FACE FREE FROM OBSTRUCTIONS AT ALL TIMES.

• 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.

IMPORTANT! KEEP ONE HAND ON YOUR CHILD UNTIL ALL STRAPS ARE
PROPERLY SECURED AND FASTENED.

IMPORTANT! BABY MUST BE CARRIED IN FRONT CARRY POSITION UNTIL THEY
ARE ABLE TO HOLD THEIR HEAD UPRIGHT. THIS CARRIER IS NOT INTENDED FOR

USE IN THE OUTWARD FACING POSITION.

Important Safety Tips and Information:

Your baby must be worn in the front carry position, facing in, until the he/she develops
proper head and trunk control.

In this position, you are able to interact with your child through sound, sight, and touch
while still having your hands free. Watch your baby for cues of distress or discomfort
and immediately take the baby out of the carrier if he/she continues to show signs of
discomfort.

Inspect the carrier regularly for any signs of wear, tear and damage. Check to assure all
buckles, snaps, straps, and adjustments are secure before each use. Check for ripped
seams, torn straps or fabric and damaged fasteners before each use. Discontinue use if
the baby carrier is damaged in any way.

Ensure proper placement of child in product including leg placement, according to
manufacturer’s instructions for use. Check on the baby often. Ensure that the baby is
periodically repositioned.

Premature infants, infants with respiratory problems, and infants under 4 months are at
greatest risk of suffocation.

Your movement and the child’s movement may affect your balance. Take care when
bending and leaning forwards or sideways.

Never use a soft carrier while engaging in activities such as cooking and cleaning, holding
hot drinks, etc. which involve a heat source or exposure to chemicals.

Be careful when drinking hot beverage to avoid spilling hot drinks onto baby while using
the carrier.

Child could become too hot in this product. Check the core temperature by touching the
child’s body by hand.

Important Safety Tips and Information cont.

This baby carrier is only intended for use by healthy adults. The carrier should not be
used by a person with any problem that might interfere with the safe use of the product.
Never use a carrier when balance or mobility is impaired because of exercise, drowsiness,
or medical conditions. This carrier should never be used if the wearer is impaired

by alcohol or drug or if the wearer is tired or in pain, as balance and reexes may be

impaired. If the person using the carrier should develop shoulder, back, or neck problems,

discontinue its use and consult a qualied medical professional.

The carrier is not suitable for use while lying down or during sporting activities e.g.
running, cycling, swimming, and skiing.

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

Keep this carrier away from children when it is not in use.
Never place more than one baby in the carrier. Never use/wear more than one carrier

at a time.
Never wear a soft carrier while driving or being a passenger in a motor vehicle.
If using the carrier while breastfeeding, always move the baby’s face away from the

breast after the baby is done feeding and return to the proper position.
Always fasten the buckles when the carrier is not in use.
CAUTION: Never unbuckle while your baby is in the carrier.
CAUTION: Do not switch to back carry while your baby is in the carrier.

table of contents

Warning Statement

About Us | About Free-to-Grow Carrier

Instructions for Use

How to Adjust the Carrier

Adjusting the Width

Adjusting the Height

Securing the Waistbelt

Front Carry Instructions

Back Carry Instructions

Using the Hood

Tips & Newborn Positioning

Wash & Care | Disclaimer

Limited Warranty

Translated Warning Statements

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about baby tula

Founded by two adventurous parents, Ula and Mike, Baby Tula bloomed
organically in Ula’s hometown in Poland. After learning about the many
positive benefits of babywearing, the couple searched for a comfortable,
ergonomic carrier that also spoke to their personal styles and desire for
high quality. However, their search came up short.

With a passion for craftsmanship and design, they consulted with family,
friends, babywearing experts, pattern makers, and chiropractors on their
journey to making the first Baby Tula carrier. It was elegant, easy-to-use,
and most importantly, allowed families to keep their little ones close while
doing what they love.

Today, Baby Tula is an award-winning brand recognized not only for unique
designs, but also for our commitment to promote connection and bonding
worldwide through babywearing education and community.

Connect with Baby Tula and your community:

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@baby_tula

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about the free-to-grow carrier

The Baby Tula ‘Free-to-Grow’ Carrier is an ergonomic, adjustable baby
carrier designed to grow with your baby from infancy to toddlerhood.

Product Features

Constructed from soft 100% cotton fabric.

Comes with removable and adjustable hood.

Large front pocket on the contouring waist belt.

Adjustable height.

Adjustable width.

Extra padding around leg opening for baby’s comfort.

Supportive shoulder padding for your optimal comfort.

Can be used in both front and back carries.

Provides an ergonomic M-position seat supporting optimal
development for baby’s body.

Center For Babywearing Studies approved.

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Correct Positioning

The width of the panel should be determined by the individual baby’s
comfort and leg span. The ergonomically correct position for baby is to
be positioned with the base of the carrier supporting them from knee to
knee, with their knees slightly higher than their bottom in an “M” shaped
position.

When choosing which seat width to use with your baby, choose the
width that supports their legs in an “M” shaped position with their legs
supported to the crease of the knee. If the edge of the panel rests on the
baby’s calves, rather than under the bend in their knees, then the width
you have chosen is too wide. Always ensure proper placement of baby in
the carrier including leg placement.

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Narrow

Middle

Wide

The narrowest setting (1) can be
used for newborns and babies, with a
minimum weight of

7 lbs / 3.2 kg.

The middle setting (2) can be used
with babies 3-9 months of age.

The widest setting (3) is suitable for
taller babies 9 months and older.

how to adjust the carrier

The bottom of the carrier’s panel, which is where your baby will sit, has three
adjustable settings. Each setting can be secured using the durable snaps
found along the inside waist belt of the carrier.

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Start by adjusting the base of the carrier to the width appropriate for the
baby’s size. (See previous page for guidance)

Secure the front of the panel by snapping the male snaps into the female
snaps located on the inside of the waist belt padding.

Setting 1 – The Narrowest Setting: Secure snap A to snap 1.

Setting 2 – The Middle Setting: Secure snap A to snap 2, and
secure snap B to snap 1.

Setting 3 – The Widest Setting: Secure snap A to snap 3, snap B
to snap 2, and snap C to snap 1.

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Base Adjusters Base Adjusters cont.

INSIDE OF

WAIST BAND

snaps are located

beneath waist belt

webbing

SETTING 1 SETTING 2 SETTING

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adjusting the width

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Correct Positioning

When determining which panel height to use with your baby, choose a
height that allows the baby’s face to be visible over the top edge of the
panel. (below)

Tall Position Short Position

adjusting the height

The panel of the carrier is also adjustable in height.

By cinching the webbing at the top of the panel down all the way, the panel
can be adjusted to its shortest position, suitable for newborns and small
babies.

By releasing the webbing completely, the panel can be adjusted to its tallest
position, suitable for larger babies and toddlers.

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Position the waist belt around you with the labels facing inward,
towards your body.

Start with the waist belt around your natural waist, adjusting up or
down slightly to your comfort.

Feed the male buckle under the elastic strap and into the female
buckle until you hear an audible click.

Tighten the waist belt by pulling on the adjustable webbing until
it lays flat against your body, with no gaps or looseness.

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securing the waist belt

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front carry instructions

Position the waist belt so that the panel is centered on the front of
your body.

Hold the baby so that they are positioned on your body with their legs
in an “M” shaped position (see page 3).

Use one hand to support the baby while using the other hand to
smooth the panel up the baby’s back.

While supporting the child with one arm, slip the other arm into the
strap.

Switch hands and slip the other arm into the other strap, making sure
to keep one hand supporting baby until both straps are securely over
your shoulders.

Buckle the shoulder strap connector by reaching behind your neck
and clipping the buckle shut. Adjust to your comfort by tightening or
loosening the shoulder strap connector webbing.

Smooth the shoulder straps one at a time toward your back and adjust
each side by pulling forward on the adjustable straps under the arms
for a snug fit. Continue to adjust until both you and your baby are
comfortable. The panel should fit snugly around your baby, supporting
their torso.

Suitable for wearing babies from

newborn (7 lbs / 3.2 kg)

up until

4-5 years (45 lbs / 20.4 kg).

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Ensure that the baby’s bottom is seated deeply in the panel just
above the waist belt by gently pushing up on the baby’s calves.
Baby should be seated in the “M” shaped position (see page 3).

How to Take O Carrier

To take the baby o, start by loosening the straps under the arms. Do
not unclip the waistbelt until your baby is removed from the carrier.

Lift up one shoulder strap to bring the shoulder strap connector up
towards the back of your neck.

Unclip the shoulder strap connector with one hand while securing
baby with the other hand.

Remove the shoulder straps one at a time while always keeping one
hand on the baby.

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3.2 kg

45 lbs

20.4 kg

0+ 4 years

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WARNING: Do not use this position for babies without full
neck, head, and torso control.

Position the waist belt so that the panel is centered on the back
of your body.

Slip one of the straps over one arm.

Place your child on the opposite hip.

Use the arm that is free from the strap to rotate your child from
the hip position into the carrier while using the arm in the strap
to secure your child. Lean forward slightly so the child’s weight
is resting on your back as you position them.

Smooth the panel up the child’s back and slip your free arm through
the second strap as though putting on a backpack strap, maintaining
a slight forward lean.

Clip the shoulder strap connectors together in front of your chest
and adjust to your comfort.

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Ensure that the child’s bottom is seated deeply in the panel just
above the waist belt by standing up straight and pulling upwards by
the shoulder straps while gently bouncing the child into the carrier to
move the top of the panel higher up the child’s back.

Adjust the carrier so that your child is comfortable and close to your
body by pulling back on the adjustable straps under your arm for a
snug fit around the leg openings and supporting the child’s torso.

Gently push up on your child’s calves so that the legs remain in the
“M” position (see page 3).

How to Take O Carrier

To take the baby o, start by leaning forward slightly and loosening
the straps under the arms. Unclip the shoulder strap connector with
one hand while securing baby with other hand.

Remove the shoulder straps one at a time while always keeping one
hand on the baby. Slide the baby around from your back to your hip.

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Only use the back carry position when baby has strong and consistent head,
neck, and torso control, who are able to sit unaided. The back carry can be
used in either panel height and the middle or widest seat setting. This carrier
is not intended for use in a back carry in the narrowest seat setting. Please
have someone assist you until you feel comfortable putting your child in this
position on your own.

back carry instructions

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Each Tula Free-to-Grow carrier comes with a detachable hood.
Attach it to the carrier by fastening the bottom of the hood to the
snaps on the inside top of the carrier panel. To secure it in an “up”
position, snap hood straps to the snap on the top of the shoulder
straps.

The hood’s primary use is for supporting the head of an older baby if
they fall asleep in a back carry. Please exercise caution while using the
hood with smaller babies.

If you choose to use the hood to shield the sun from a smaller infant in
a front carry, or to provide discretion while feeding, please attach the
hood on only one side, leaving the other side down so that the baby’s
face remains visible. Please ensure that the hood is not completely
covering baby’s face to ensure that there is enough opening for air
to pass through. Always check on your baby regularly.

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expert advice, customer tips, and more.

using the hood

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Ensure that baby’s head is close enough for you to kiss.

Ensure that baby’s knees are higher than their bottom, forming
an “M“ shaped position (see page 3).

Ensure that baby is positioned securely (but not too tight) against
your body, so that as you move you do so as one unit.

Ensure that the Free-to-Grow carrier is snug behind the baby’s neck,
supporting the baby’s head and neck, with their chin o of their chest.

Never cover a newborn’s face while in the carrier.

tips and things to check

newborn positioning