half buckle carrier
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Baby Tula | babytula.com
IMPORTANT! KEEP INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND USE.
WARNING
FALL HAZARD – Baby can fall through a wide leg opening or out of carrier.
• Before each use, make sure all fasteners are secure.
• Take special care when leaning or walking.
• Never bend at waist; bend at knees.
• DO NOT USE for babies weighing less than 7 lbs. (3.2 kg).
• Only use this Carrier for babies between 7 lbs. (3.2 kg) and 45 lbs. (20.4 kg).
• Babies must be carried only in the front inward-facing carry position.
• To prevent hazards from falling, ensure that your child is securely positioned
in the carrier.
SUFFOCATION HAZARD – BABIES 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 baby’s face free from obstructions at all times.
WARNING:
• Constantly monitor your child and ensure that the mouth and nose are unobstructed
when using this product.
• For pre-term, low birthweight babies and children with medical conditions, seek
advice from a health professional before using this product.
• Ensure that your child’s chin is not resting on his chest as his breathing may be
restricted, which could lead to suocation.
• Your balance may be adversely aected by your movement and that of your child.
• Take care when bending or leaning forward or sideways.
• Do not allow baby to insert his ngers into a buckle opening.
• Never leave baby unattended in or with the Tula Half Buckle Carrier.
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FALL AND SUFFOCATION HAZARD
• This carrier is not suitable for use during sporting activities, e.g. running, cycling,
swimming and skiing.
• Take medical advice if you have concerns regarding the use of this product.
• Ensure that your child is securely positioned in the carrier and the head is suciently
supported.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF TULA HALF BUCKLE CARRIER:
Read all instructions before assembling and using the soft carrier. Practice putting on your Carrier
before using.
Never use this product when balance or mobility is impaired because of exercise, drowsiness, or
medical conditions. Never use this product while engaging in activities such as cooking and cleaning
which involve a heat source or exposure to chemicals. Never wear a soft carrier while driving or being a
passenger in a vehicle. Be careful when drinking hot beverage to avoid spilling hot drinks onto the baby
while using the carrier. Never unbuckle the waist belt while the baby is in the Carrier. Be aware that as
the baby becomes more active, the child has more risk of falling out of the carrier. Only carry one child at
a time in the baby carrier.
Baby’s chin should NEVER rest on baby’s chest because this partially closes baby’s airway. There
should always be at least two ngers width clearance beneath baby’s chin. Wearer must be sure that
baby’s airway is clear and that baby is breathing normally at ALL TIMES. Premature infants, infants
with respiratory problems, and infants under 4 months are at greatest risk of suffocation. Ensure
proper placement of baby in product including leg placement. The baby’s position should be checked
regularly to make sure that the baby is comfortable and properly seated in the Carrier, centered with legs
extended and head upright and not slumping downward or to the side. Baby’s arms, legs and feet need
to be observed regularly while in the Carrier to ensure that they are not constricted by the Carrier. The
carrier must be worn in such a way that a baby can move his head without pressing his face onto your
body. When using the hood, please ensure that the hood is NOT completely covering baby’s face and
check on your baby regularly. Be sure that there is enough opening for air to pass through. Ensure that
baby’s ngers are not caught in a buckle opening or gap as this may cause injury to the baby. Always
fasten the buckles properly when the carrier is not in use. Keep the carrier away from children when it is
not in use. The face of the child shall be close to the wearer’s face.
Check to assure all buckles, snaps, straps and adjustments are secure before each use. Regularly
inspect the carrier for any sign of wear and damage. Never use a carrier when damaged in any way.
Check for ripped seams, torn straps or fabrics and damaged fasteners before each use. Regularly check
straps and buckles while in use to make sure they have proper tension and placement.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE OF TULA HALF BUCKLE CARRIER CONT.
Do not switch between Carrier positions with your baby in the Carrier. Take the baby out of the Carrier
before changing the position of the Carrier. To avoid injury when learning to place the baby in the
Carrier, do so over a bed or other cushioned surface with the assistance of another adult. Whenever
possible, wear and remove the carrier close to a safe receiving surface for baby and in a safe place.
Take particular care when a baby is carried in a back carry position. For smaller babies or for adults
with short torso, wear the carrier waist belt higher on body so baby’s head is positioned close enough
to kiss when using the front carry position. For those with longer torso, we suggest wearing the waist
belt up higher, around the belly button level.
The Carrier should not be used unless and until the wearer understands the instructions and safety
features, and is condent and comfortable with respect to the use of the Carrier. This Carrier is only
intended for use by healthy adults. As a general rule, an individual in good health should be able to
carry 20% of their body weight in a traditional backpack design. The Carrier should not be used by
a person with any health problems that might interfere with the safe use of the product. If the person
using the Carrier should develop shoulder, back, or neck problems, discontinue its use and consult
a qualied medical professional. Discontinue use of the Carrier if the baby shows signs of discomfort
while being carried for a period of time until the baby can be carried without exhibiting discomfort.
Always check for baby’s comfort and temperature changes.
Contact customer service representative for additional assistance if needed.
For instructional video and additional tips, please visit www.babytula.com/pages/
product-instructions
The references to ages by month are only general guidelines and each baby’s
development is different. Please check that your baby meets the specic
requirements for use. In addition, Carrier is not to be used with babies less than 7
lbs. (3.2 kg) and less than 20 in (50.8 cm) tall.
table of contents
Warning Statement
About Us | About the Half Buckle Carrier
Instructions for Use
Set Up
Securing the Half Buckle Waist Belt
How to Tie a Knot
Front Carry
Hip Carry
Back Carry
Wash & Care | Disclaimer | Limited Warranty
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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.
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about the half buckle carrier
The Baby Tula Half Buckle Carrier is an ergonomic, adjustable baby
carrier designed to grow with your baby from infancy to toddlerhood.
Product Features
Large front pocket on the contouring waist belt
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Adjustable height
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Adjustable width
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Extra padding around leg opening for baby’s comfort
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Padded, crossable fabric shoulder straps to maximize comfort
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Can be used in front, back, and hip carries
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Provides an ergonomic M-position seat for baby’s development
Constructed from soft cotton fabric
Comes with removable and adjustable hood
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set up
How to Adjust the Half Buckle Panel
WIDTH:
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.
A A
B
C C
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Start by adjusting the base of the carrier to the width appropriate for the
baby’s size.
Secure the front of the panel by snapping the male snaps into the female
snaps located on the inside of the waist belt padding.
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INSIDE OF
WAIST BAND
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snaps are located
beneath waist belt
webbing
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Narrow: Setting 1
The Narrowest Setting: Secure snap A to snap 1. The narrowest setting can
be used for newborns and babies, with a minimum weight of 7 lbs / 3.2 kg
(newborn – 3 months).
Middle: Setting 2
The Middle Setting: Secure snap A to snap 2, and secure snap B to snap 1.
The middle setting can be used with babies 3-9 months of age.
Wide: Setting 3
The Widest Setting: Secure snap A to snap 3, snap B to snap 2, snap C to
snap 1. The widest setting is suitable for taller babies 9 months – 4 years.
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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.
How to Adjust the Half Buckle Panel
HEIGHT:
The panel of the carrier is also adjustable in height. There are two height
positions – short and tall.
1. 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 weighting a minimum of 7lbs and minimum of 20cm in
length.
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2. By releasing the webbing completely, the panel can be adjusted to its
tallest position, suitable for larger babies and toddlers.
3. 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 (see right).
set up cont.
Short Position Tall Position
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securing the half buckle waist belt
Position the waist belt around you with the labels facing inward,
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towards your body.
Start with the waist belt around your natural waist, adjusting up or
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down slightly to your comfort.
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Feed the male buckle under the elastic strap and into the female
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buckle until you hear an audible click.
Click
Tighten the waist belt by pulling on the adjustable webbing until
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it lays flat against your body, with no gaps or looseness.
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how to tie a knot
Take the two straps and lay strap A over strap B, then wrap strap A
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under strap B, bringing strap A back over strap B again.
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Bring the end of strap A under the end of strap B.
Pull the end of strap B under strap A and pull on both ends firmly
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to tighten.
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front cary instructions
7 lbs / 3.2 kg
0+ years
Position the waist belt so that the panel is centered on the front of
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your body.
Hold the baby so that they are positioned on your body with their legs
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in an “M” shaped position.
Use one hand to support the baby while using the other hand to
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smooth the panel up baby’s back.
Use your free hand to drape the first strap over your shoulder. Switch
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hands and drape the other strap over your other shoulder, making
sure to keep one hand supporting baby.
Reach back with your free hand, take both straps and pull
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tight. Your child is now held firmly in the carrier.
While pulling the straps firmly, cross them evenly across
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your back.
Bring the straps around to your front, crossing them over baby’s back
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evenly and then thread them beneath baby’s legs.
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45 lbs / 20.4 kg
4 years
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Tie the straps with a double knot behind your back (see page 8).
Ensure that the baby’s bottom is seated deeply in the panel just above
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the waist belt by gently pushing up on baby’s calves. Baby should be
seated in the “M” shaped position.
How to Take O Carrier
To take baby out of the carrier, support baby with one hand while
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reaching behind you with your free hand and untie the knot.
Remove one strap at a time, while always using one hand to support
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the baby.
Lift baby up and out of carrier before unclipping the buckle on the
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waistband.
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hip cary instructions
15 lbs / 6.8 kg
4 months
*Only use the hip carry position when baby has strong and consistent head
and neck control.
Secure your waistband with the panel draped over your preferred hip.
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Place baby on your hip and use one hand to hold baby in place while
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your free hand smooths the panel over baby’s back.
While keeping one hand on baby’s back, use your free hand to take
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the strap closest to your front and drape it over your shoulder.
Reach around and pull the other strap under your arm and straight
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across your back.
Take the ends of both straps and bring them to the front. Remove
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slack from the straps and cross both straps over baby’s bum.
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Tie straps in a double knot behind you (see page 8).
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45 lbs / 20.4 kg
4 years
How to Take O Carrier
Place one hand on baby, keeping it supported while you untie the
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straps.
Remove one strap at a time, while always using one hand to support
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the baby.
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Once baby is out of the carrier, you can unbuckle the waistband.
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back cary instructions
18 lbs / 8.2 kg
6 months
*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.
Position the waist belt so that the panel is centered on the back of
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your body and the waistband is buckled in the front.
Place baby on your hip and scoot baby around onto your back while
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you lean forward.
While keeping both hands on baby, make sure their body is centered
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on your back.
With one hand on baby, pull the panel of the carrier up between
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baby’s legs and over their back.
Take one strap with each hand and pull them straight over your
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shoulders while you gently bounce baby into a deep seat.
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45 lbs / 20.4 kg
4 years
Pull the straps in front of you and pull them under your arms, like
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backpack straps.
Cross the straps over baby’s back and then thread them under
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baby’s legs.
Bring the straps around to your front and tie them with a double
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knot (see page 8).
How to Take O Carrier
Place one hand on baby, keeping them supported while you untie
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the straps.
Remove one strap at a time, while always using one hand to support
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the baby.
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Slide baby around to your hip and lift them up and out of the carrier.
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wash & care
limited warrany cont.
Machine wash cold. Do not bleach. Line dry. Do not iron. Do not dryclean.
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disclaimer
Baby Tula uses high quality dyes to ensure a product will retain its color
as much as possible. There is always a possibility that colors will fade with
washing. Baby Tula cannot be held responsible for faded colors due to
laundering.
Contact Baby Tula customer service representative for additional assistance
if needed.
limited warrany
Baby Tula provides a limited warranty for its products against defects in
materials and workmanship. We stand behind all our products and will either
repair or replace, free of charge during the first year after purchase, any
Baby Tula product that is defective.
All carriers, including the Explore, Half Buckle, Free-to-Grow, Tula
Baby/Toddler Carriers, Woven Wraps, Ring Slings, and Wrap Conversion
Carriers have a one-year limited warranty against manufacturing flaws.
In the rare instance in which there is a manufacturing issue or flaw, we
will work with you to provide you with a refund, repair, or exchange. Our
products are handmade and may have slight variations that do not aect
their use or safety. Normal wear, fabric fading, minor size dierences,
common/normal wrap nubs or flaws, and sewing varieties are not
considered manufacturing flaws and are not covered under the limited
warranty. We are not responsible for warranty coverage if the product has
been altered in any way. The term “altered” is defined as including, without
limit, dyeing, painting, embroidery, and fabric additions or removals made
after purchase. We are also not responsible for warranty coverage for any
item that has been purchased secondhand. Proof of purchase is required
for all returns or exchanges.
Should you have a warranty claim please contact Customer Service:
EU: info@babytula.com
All other inquiries: help@babytula.com
Warranty Coverage does not extend to damage caused by misuse or any
use of the Carrier that is not in accordance with the instructions stated
in this manual. Warranty coverage does not extend to any Carrier that
has been modified from its original construction in any way. Dierent or
additional warranty rights may exist in the purchaser’s jurisdiction. To the
extent that dierent or additional warranty rights exist under the laws of
the purchaser’s jurisdiction, those warranties shall apply and be in addition
to the warranty rights.
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