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Instructional
Booklet
Award-Winning • Ergonomic • Versatile • Irresistibly Comfortable
Questions? 888-629-9727 or info@mobywrap.com
Getting Started Contents
This instructional booklet is
provided as a guide for you to
explore the various ways to use
your MOBY® wrap. Babywearing
is a time-tested tradition that has First Steps
been practiced around the world Moby Safety - important tips to keep baby secure . . . . . . . . . 1
for centuries. The MOBY® wrap Wrapping Gathered - basic pocket wrap technique . . . . . . . . 3
Thank you for choosing brings COMFORT to TRADITION,
a Moby Wrap! After the birth Wrapping Folded - another way to wrap . . . . . . . . . . . 5
so that baby and wearer can enjoy
of my son Nathan, I wanted a all the benefits of being close for Wrapping a Moby d - the Moby with a fabric panel . . . . . . . . 7
baby carrier that would allow extended periods of time.
him to be with me while I Checks & Holds
continued my work as a parent After a hold has been introduced,
educator. I created the Moby continue to use it as long as Triple Wrapped Security - three levels of security . . . . . . . . 8
Wrap and named it for the feeling baby is comfortable and secure. Moby Safety Checks - look, listen, feel . . . . . . . . . . . 9
of closeness and connection Remember each child is an Moby Positioning Checks - making sure baby is secure . . . . . . . 10
between mother and baby individual and will develop at his Newborn Hug Hold - upright position with legs tucked . . . . . . . 11
(MOther + baBY). or her own rate and have his or Hug Hold - classic Moby hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
My wish is that your her own preferences.
Kangaroo Wrap & Hold - wrap around baby . . . . . . . . . 15
Moby will help you
and your baby Carry baby in the MOBY® wrap Am I Wrapped Correctly? - how to test your Moby fit . . . . . . . 17
experience the the same way that you would in Moby Check List - making sure Moby is correctly worn . . . . . . . 18
joys of babywearing. your arms - supported, snug and Taking Baby Out - how to get baby out without unwrapping . . . . . . 19
aligned. By mimicking the way you
Sincerely, naturally carry baby you will find:
Gillian
More MOBY
Co-Founder and President Nutrition - provided by LUNA® . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Moby Wrap Inc. Kangaroo Care - skin-to-skin care . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
• Baby's preferred carrying position Top 5 Breastfeeding Tips - by Best for Babes™ . . . . . . . . . 23
• A hold that is soothing and calming Moby Massage - massage baby in your Moby . . . . . . . . . 25
for baby and wearer Moby Exercises - 3 toning moves to do with baby . . . . . . . . . 29
• Decreased back strain on the wearer Moby Yoga - get centered while carrying your little one . . . . . . . 33
• Baby in a correctly aligned position Moby Information - about your Moby and how to contact us . . . . . . 35
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IMPORTANT!
MOBY Safety ®
KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS MAY LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH
Read and follow all printed instructions before use.
ONLY USE THIS CARRIER FOR BABIES BETWEEN 8 LBS AND 35 LBS Additionally, instructional videos are available online.
WARNING—FALL HAZARD
Babies can fall from improper use. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use. • Please examine your Moby before each • Always be aware that your center of
Leaning, bending over, or tripping can cause baby to fall or become injured. use for wear and tear. balance is affected when wearing your
Exercise caution and always keep one hand on baby while moving. Moby. Also be aware of objects or
• Carrying a baby in the Moby requires
people around you that can harm or
WARNING—SUFFOCATION HAZARD diligence on the part of the caregiver.
Failure to pay attention can lead to falls,
squeeze baby.
Babies, especially those under four months or with respiratory problems,
or failure to notice distress. • Do not use baby carriers in pools,
can suffocate from improper use. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
Always ensure that baby’s airways are unobstructed and baby is breathing properly. oceans, lakes, ponds or any water
• Pre-term, newborn infants or those with
Ensure baby’s face is always visible and baby’s chin is lifted off baby’s chest. filled environment.
either chronic or acute respiratory
conditions can face additional risks in a • Do not use baby carriers while
baby carrier. Follow manufacturer’s cooking, near heat or flame sources or
YES
instructions and consult your doctor near any potential hazards including
before using a Moby with a baby under cleaning products.
four months or with health conditions. • A Moby Wrap is not a safety seat.
• If using the Moby while breastfeeding, Do not use in moving vehicles.
Chin up! always move the baby’s face away from • Do not leave the carrier wrapped
Face visible! the breast after feeding and reposition around an unattended baby.
baby upright. Baby should not be slouching.
Nose and mouth not covered! • Check to be sure the baby is safely
• Adults should not wear a Moby Wrap enclosed in the Moby according to
baby carrier when drowsy, sleeping, manufacturer’s instructions.
suffering from an illness or condition
that impairs balance, taking medication • Never place more than one child in a
that causes dizziness or using crutches. baby carrier. Never use more than
• Be careful when in motion with the baby one baby carrier at the same time.
in a baby carrier. Do not use during • Keep baby facing towards the caregiver.
strenuous exercise, such as bicycling, Never face a baby outwards that does
running, jumping, etc. not have head control.
NO
Baby’s face
NO
Baby is too low
NO
Baby is hunched,
NO
Baby’s face is pressed
The Moby Wrap complies with European Standard - EN 13209-2:2005
is covered chin touching chest tight against wearer
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Wrapping Gathered Newborn Hug & Hug Holds
There are
two options for
wrapping your M
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d.
gath e red & folde
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Try both and fin
t
what works bes
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.
3 Bring the other end over your
opposite shoulder creating an
“X” on your back.
• A higher "X" • Double knot
positons baby on your back,
higher; a lower hip or front,
"X" will positon making sure
baby lower wrap is snug
4 Tuck the ends of the wrap
under the logo section, from
top to bottom.
5 Cross the end pieces in the
front making an “X” on your
chest.
6 Bring the fabric ends behind
your back and tie a knot here, 7 Tie a double knot on your
back, hip or front.
or continue to wrap around
to the front of your body.
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Wrapping Folded Newborn Hug & Hug Holds
Comfort Tip
Keep stitched
edges near your
neck. The flatter
the fabric, the
more comfortable
you will feel.
Tuck one side under
to hold in place
1 Begin with your Moby logo
tag centered at your navel. 2 Fold the Moby Wrap in half
lengthwise and place across
your waist with the stitched
3 Cross the two ends behind
your back and bring one end
up and over your shoulder.
4 Bring the other end over your
opposite shoulder creating an
“X” on your back.
edges on top.
Tie where knot
comfortably lands
Baby will
sit on "X"
5 Tuck the ends of the wrap
under the logo section from
top to bottom.
6 Cross the end pieces in the
front making an “X” on your
chest.
7 Bring the fabric ends behind
your back and tie a knot here,
or continue to wrap around
8 Tie a double knot on your
back, hip or front.
your body.
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MOBY
d®
wrap MOBY Triple Wrapped Security
1
®
2
Moby d Wraps are made with a Now that you are wrapped it's time to put baby in.
fabric panel sewn between two Baby will sit on the "X" and be secured by three
cotton ends. Shorter than other sections of fabric.
Moby Wrap styles, these carriers
are made to tie at your hip and can 3
be worn in all carrying positions. When putting
Moby d fabric panels are made baby in your Moby
from luxurious silk and woven it's as simple as
cotton. Visit mobywrap.com
to see the entire collection. 1, 2, 3. . .
1 Shoulder piece
closest to your body
2 Other shoulder
piece section
1 2
3 Logo tag section
3
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
For all wrapping directions, treat the your Moby seatbelt.
Moby d "fabric panel" the same as the Always secure your
baby's back and
Moby Wrap "logo section". shoulders with this
Shorter on one side, Moby d Wraps section of fabric by pulling
it up and over baby.
are designed to be tied at your hip.
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MOBY Safety Checks ®
MOBY Positioning Checks
®
Safety Check Wear baby as long as baby is happy
LISTEreN
athing.
LOOK > LISTEN > FEEL and content and you are comfortable
to baby's b
aby if
Reposition b You will find this
raspy, loud
breathing is l. icon at the end of
or abnorma
LOOK each hold. It is a
reminder to
Spread fabric
to the hollows
Make sure
baby's nose and of the knees
mouth are
visable. DO YOUR
SAFETY
CHECKS
Make sure the
"seat belt" is
Feel securing baby's
entire back and
Make sure you can
fit at least two both shoulders
fingers between
baby's chin and
chest.
Secure baby's
shoulders with
two sections
of fabric
Carry baby above your hips
WARNING
Positional Asphyxia (suffocation) can occur Baby should
in young babies. This can happen when baby's chin is be in a seated
pressed against his or her chest, restricting airflow. Check position with
to ensure that baby's airway is unobstructed and baby is knees up above
Chin is pressed to baby's chest
breathing regularly at all times, especially when sleeping. bottom
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Newborn Hug Hold Introduce at 8 lbs Helpful Hints
with Shannon & Brooklyn • Newborn babies with colic,
gas or acid reflux often
prefer being carried in an
upright position.
• If baby doesn’t like being
in the wrap, gently take
baby out and try again later.
• A baby can sense a wearer's
hesitance when using the
wrap. Babies who "don't like
being wrapped" actually
enjoy it (and fall fast asleep)
when carried by an
1 Locate the shoulder piece
that is nearest your body.
Open seams to create a
2 Place baby on the shoulder
opposite from the piece of
fabric closest to you.
3 Slide baby down your chest
and into this pocket. The
baby's legs will remain in the
experienced babywearer.
Keep practicing!
pocket for baby. fetal position. • Babies will cue you when
they are ready to be out
of this position by starting
to stretch their legs. At this
point, you may put baby’s
legs through the fabric as
instructed in the Hug Hold.
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Spread the fabric over the Locate the opposite section Find the logo tag and pull soothe a cr
baby’s body including the of fabric and spread over this section of fabric up and
shoulders, back and bottom. baby's body. over baby. For more helpful tips
Safety Check please visit our website at:
LOOK > LISTEN > FEEL mobywrap.com
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Introduce when
Hug Hold with Alexis & Sasha
baby is fully stretching legs (3-4 months)
1 Locate the shoulder piece
that is closest to your body. 2 While holding baby on your
opposite shoulder, carefully put
baby’s first leg through the
3 Spread the fabric over baby’s
bottom and shoulder. Keep 4 Place baby’s second leg through
the other shoulder piece while
spreading until the fabric is to supporting the upper body.
shoulder piece. the hollows of baby’s knees.
• Baby may need • Secure baby's • Baby should
to be slightly shoulder with two be 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, covering
baby's bottom and shoulder. 6 Locate the logo tag and
gently put baby's legs through
this section.
7 Continue pulling this section of
fabric up and over baby's back
and shoulders.
8 You may tuck baby's head under
one of the shoulder pieces for
additional support.
Safety Check
LOOK > LISTEN > FEEL
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Kangaroo Wrap & Hold with Brittany & Elsie
Introduce at 8 lbs
Make sure
that fabric is
between you
and baby
1 Place the Moby Wrap across
your waist with the logo tag
centered at your navel.
2 Wrap the ends of the Moby
behind your back. Make an "x"
on your back by crossing the two
3 Now it's time for baby. Hold
baby up on your shoulder. 4 Gently lower baby into the
fabric section with the logo
tag, putting both legs through
ends up over your shoulders. and tucking fabric under
baby's bottom.
• 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
5 Holding baby securely, bring
one fabric end over baby’s
back towards your opposite hip
6 Repeat with the other fabric
end, making sure you keep
both fabric ends pulled snugly
7 Wrap fabric ends around
your body. Knot at your back,
hip or front.
8 Tuck back of baby’s head
into a shoulder section for
additional support.
and guide under baby's leg. as you wrap. Safety Check
LOOK > LISTEN > FEEL
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To test: Support baby with at least one hand and lean forward
Safety Check
LOOK > LISTEN > FEEL
Just Right Too Loose Chin is off chest
Baby should fit snugly Your Moby is
in the MOBY wrap. too loose if baby
pulls away from
your body when
you lean forward
Baby's face is visible
When bending forward Readjust your wrap if it is too
baby should not come away loose by removing baby from
from your body. wrap, untying and pulling fabric
"Seat belt" is
tighter. Then retie. securing baby's
entire back and
shoulders
Baby is in a
seated position
with knees up
above bottom
Baby is carried above hips
1 Bring logo section
down to baby's
mid-back.
2 After checking that
baby is wrapped
correctly, pull logo
3 Insert hands through
sides of the Moby
Wrap and adjust
Fabric is spread
to the hollows
of baby's knees
section back up to baby as needed.
secure shoulders. Moby is too tight if
you can't adjust baby.
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Nutrition by
eady!
While Pregnant &
Nutrient What It Does Where To Get It
Breastfeeding
• lean red meat
65-75 grams per day • poultry
(vs. 50-55 grams pre-pregnancy Baby’s red blood cells, • fish
Protein - that is an additional 2 oz metabolism and development • dairy
of meat OR 2 tbsp of almond are dependent on protein. • beans/soy
butter) • eggs
1
• LUNA/LUNA Sunrise-10g
Lower the Moby logo 800 micrograms per day
tag below baby’s bottom. • dark green leafy vegetables
(vs. 400 mcg pre-pregnancy • beans
- that is an additional 1 cup Promotes baby's brain and
Folic Acid • fortified orange juice
cooked spinach OR ¾ cup spinal column development.
• whole grains
50% RDA folate fortified •LUNA/LUNA Sunrise-400mcg
cereal)
1,000 milligrams per day • dairy
• tofu
(the amount hasn't changed Necessary for formation of
• beans
Calcium since pre-pregnancy but it's baby's bones and keeping
• almonds
even more important now mom's bones strong.
• broccoli/kale
that you are eating for two) • LUNA/LUNA Sunrise-350mg
27 milligrams per day • lean red meat
• eggs
(vs. 18 mg pre-pregnancy Helps promote weight gain
• enriched whole grains
Iron - that is an additional 2 oz in baby and support healthy
• beans/lentils
lean beef AND ¾ cup kidney blood cells in mom.
• spinach
beans) • LUNA/LUNA Sunrise-5.4mg
1.3-1.4 grams per day Important in baby's brain • low mercury fish like
and central nervous system salmon (12 oz per week)
Omega - 3 (vs. 1.1 grams pre-pregnancy development. Helps maintain • flaxseed (oil or ground)
2 3
Fatty Acids - not a big change, but very mom's positive outlook post- • walnuts
Open fabric, carefully Lift baby straight up and out of important at this stage) partum. • LUNA Sunrise-130mg
supporting baby as you do the Moby. Keep baby close to
this. Newborns will need your body as you lift.
additional head support. ©2010 Clif Bar & Company. CLIF and LUNA are trademarks of Clif Bar & Company.
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Questions? 888-629-9727 or info@mobywrap.com 20Kangaroo Care Skin-to-Skin Care in the MOBY® wrap
Kangaroo Care is a method of
skin-to-skin contact used to
promote parent/infant bonding,
especially for premature babies. The Research Skin-to-Skin and Breastfeeding
It is the practice of holding an Dr. Nils Bergman's comprehensive Mothers who practice skin-to-skin care
infant dressed only in a diaper research promotes the concept of bringing with their infants breastfeed longer and
the mother and baby together as almost more frequently. Babies have better
between a mother’s bare breasts a single entity. His studies revealed that weight gain and
or on father’s chest, similar to babies have a biological need for skin-to- are discharged
a kangaroo carrying its young. skin contact, and that a mother’s body from the
Through contact with parents’ responds to this need. hospital earlier.
skin, babies remain warm and can Dr. Bergman’s research concludes: Mothers also
• A mother’s chest temperature report greater
interact with their parents.
changes to meet her baby’s needs, confidence in
rising if baby is cold and decreasing caring for their
if the baby becomes too warm. infants.2
Skin-to-Skin: The Overall Results The mother’s chest responds through
According to Dr. Sears and many other biofeedback, doing a superior job when Dads Too!
• With the MOBY®wrap,
pediatric experts, skin-to-skin care and parents can be
compared to a traditional incubator. hands-free.
babywearing are proven to: Fathers who
• A baby’s stress hormones, blood
Reduce Crying pressure, oxygenation, temperature
practice skin-to-
skin care with
• There is no fabric
separating the parent
and heart rate stabilize with their babies feel from the baby, so
Increase Baby’s Weight skin-to-skin contact. These findings an incredible parents can practice
Help Prevent Colic
are changing hospital practices for the bond. This is skin-to-skin for several
better. Babies are more likely to be left highly preferable hours a day with ease.
Increase Baby’s on their mothers for at least an hour
after birth in order to stabilize vital
to having dad
involved by bottle
• The MOBY® is wide
Overall Health enough to keep the
signs. This is also true before and feeding, which parent covered and
Boost Milk Production after any invasive procedure such can have the warm.
as drawing blood. adverse effect of
Improve Baby’s Sleep • A baby that experiences skin-to-skin decreasing the
• This is a wonderfully
rewarding way for
Time And Quality contact is more likely to breastfeed mother’s milk parents and caregivers
without problems. The closeness supply, leading to to bond with their
Lower Baby’s (And Mother’s) elicits maternal caregiving and early weaning. babies!
Stress Hormones 1 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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Reaching your personal breastfeeding goals
Prepare in advance
1
Treat breastfeeding like planing a
Get inspired
2
Talk to a friend or relative who
TopT F E5
wedding, or interviewing for a job. Take enjoyed breastfeeding, or read up
a class, join or create a support group on celebrity moms and everyday role
and interview lactation consultants models. Watch a mom nurse and ask
E D I NG (just in case). Enroll your spouse - their questions. Know what motivates you
BREAS
support is key. Make sure your employer - that special bond, fewer bottles to
understands that breastfeeding equals wash, or fewer trips to the doctor for
tips
Photography by Lary Bercow ©larry bercow.nyc
fewer sick days, less turnover and higher both of you! Scope out spots to nurse
employee morale. You and your baby are so you can get out of the house. Psych
worth it. The benefits of breastfeeding yourself up. You can do it! Best for Babes™
last a lifetime! is giving breastfeeding
3 4 5
a makeover and beating
the "booby traps"
Beat the "booby traps" Hit the ground running Get in the groove - the barriers that keep
Have a game plan for any bumps along Aim for a good latch within an hour of birth Remember, the first few days and weeks moms from reaching their
the way. Make sure your ob-gyn, hospital and get a pro to help you; pain is not okay! are a learning curve, but like riding a personal breastfeeding goals.
and pediatrician are truly breastfeeding Your baby is programmed to go straight from bike, you'll get the hang of it soon. Keep
friendly. Ask about their breastfeeding birth to the breast, both for comfort and phone numbers of your support group
success rates! Find local resources - colostrum - so weighing, tests, and relatives and top lactation consultants handy, and For the Ultimate Breastfeeding
think expert coach and cheering squad can wait. Snuggle up: skin-to-skin contact get help immediately if you have any Preparation Checklist
to reach your personal best. Remind boosts your supply and cues baby to latch pain. Ask friends and family to bring and more information visit:
nosey bodies and naysayers that we well. Demand pasteurized, screened donor a meal or watch the baby while you bestforbabes.org
know more now, as with seat belts milk if a supplement is medically required. nap, set small, manageable goals and
and sunscreen. Remember, almost all acknowledge yourself.
women can breastfeed successfully, and
95% of problems are easily solved with
the right help.
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Questions? 888-629-9727 or info@mobywrap.com 24MOBY® Massage Head & Arms The practice of infant massage
combines caregiving, communication,
play and intimacy between a parent
and baby. Research, clinical studies
and observation attest the beneficial
attributes of massage.
Benefits for Baby
• Relief - massage can relieve
discomfort from teething,
congestion, constipation, gas
and colic.
• Bonding - more intimate
interaction with parent and
infant, helping to foster the
Forehead Massage Around the Ears parent/infant bond.
Eyebrows and Eyes
Begin with your fingers meeting in Place thumbs on baby’s eyebrows Place the flats of fingers in front of the • Skin stimulation - all the
the middle of baby’s forehead, stroke above the nose. Gently stroke toward ears. Stroke over and around the ear, physiological systems are
toward the temples using the flat part the temples. then under the jaw to the chin. stimulated by massage.
of your fingers.
• Helps to deepen respiration,
improves muscle tone and
circulation, improves
sensory awareness, and helps
baby sleep deeper and longer.
• Improves digestion and
baby’s immune system.
• Better able to handle
stimulation and self-soothe.
These strokes have been
designed for MOBY® wrap.
For an infant massage class in your area,
please contact Infant Massage USA®
Stroke the Arm Finger Massage Hand Massage
Mold your hand around baby’s arm Use your thumb and index finger to Hold baby’s hand in yours. Stroke the infantmassageusa.org
near the shoulder with fingers on top, roll each of baby’s fingers from the top of the hand with your thumb from International Association of Infant Massage
thumb underneath. Stroke from the palm to the tip. the wrist to the fingers. Draw circles
shoulder to the wrist. around the wrist with your thumb. iaim.ws
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Questions? 888-629-9727 or info@mobywrap.com 26MOBY® Massage Back & Legs Benefits for Parent
• Helps establish a strong
bond between parent and
child.
• Enhances parent-infant
nonverbal communication.
• Parent feels more confident
and competent with their
parenting skills.
• Parents are better able to
understand the needs
of their infant.
Back and Forth Gliding Circles • Provides father quality time
Glide your hand down baby’s back
with his baby.
Mold your hands to baby’s back Use the flats of your fingers to draw
starting at the shoulders. Glide from shoulders to bottom. circles down one side of baby’s back
back and forth across the back from then back up the other side.
• Can help parents overcome
feelings of depression or
shoulders to bottom then back up. after baby blues.
• Offers parents a time to
relax and unwind from the
busy pace of life.
Recommended Reading:
Infant Massage: A Handbook for
Loving Parents by Vimala McClure
Loving Hands - The Traditional
Art of Baby Massage
by Dr. Frederick LeBoyer
A special thanks to Infant Massage
USA®, a pioneering non-profit family
Stroke the Leg Foot and Ankle Massage Toe Massage education and service organization,
Mold your hand around baby’s leg Hold baby’s foot in your hand. Stroke Use your thumb and index finger to for their guidance in bringing the
near the hip with your fingers on top, the top of the foot with your thumb gently roll each toe. awareness of infant massage to MOBY®
thumb underneath. Stroke from the from the toes to the ankle. Draw circles wearers and babies everywhere!
hip to the ankle. around the ankle with your thumb.
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Questions? 888-629-9727 or info@mobywrap.com 28MOBY® Exercises By Lisa Druxman, founder of Stroller Strides
A must-have for
every new mom is a
MOBY® wrap baby carrier.
These comfortable carriers let mom
carry baby around while keeping
her arms free. Baby loves the
motion and closeness and mom
loves the comfort and convenience.
rs
baby carrie What moms might not realize is
Moby Wrap for babies up that the Moby can also be part of
can be usedince newborns a great workout. Because baby’s
to 35 lbs. S t head and neck weight is evenly distributed, it
n
lack sufficie sure to provide adds a functional “weight” to
control, be port until they the workout. Let’s turn that baby
proper sup ped adequate weight into a weight-loss workout!
have develoMoby Wrap is
control. A ur body (than
easier on yoby), because
holding ba s your baby's
it distributet evenly.
Posture, posture!
Before we begin your workout, let’s
talk posture. The main downside
1 2
weigh we can find with most carriers is
sult your do
ctor that they can wreak havoc on your
*Please con ng posture. New moms already suffer Plie Squat
before starti
or midwife g im e n . from posture problems aggravated
re
any exercise by feeding, picking up baby, car seats A plie squat is a gym favorite for shaping the floor, keeping knees and toes in
and more. The best way to use a thighs and lifting derrieres. This exercise alignment. Slowly squeeze thighs and
baby carrier is to focus on stretching works the quads, hamstrings, inner glutes (your rear end) until you’re back
the chest area and strengthening thighs and glutes. Normally, you hold to start position. Repeat for 1 to 3 sets of
the upper back. When wearing a dumbbell or barbell in this exercise 12-16 repetitions, with a 20-30 second
the carrier, regularly contract your to add to the intensity. Here, you add rest between sets. The heavier the baby,
shoulder blades, bringing them the weight of your baby. With baby the harder the workout. To add variety
together as if you were squeezing in a Moby, stand with feet wide, toes and intensity, hold your squat in the
a pencil. Keep shoulders down and turned out at a comfortable angle. Pull lowered position and do some controlled
back, and neck long and relaxed. abdominal muscles in flat to support pulses. Baby will love the light bounce
your back and baby. Slowly lower down and your bottom will love the workout.
until your thighs are near parallel to
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2
2
Lunge Wall Squat What else can you
do with a
A lunge is also one of the most popular ball of foot is in contact with floor. Keep Standing with your back to a bare wall, MOBY® wrap carrie
gym exercises because it does so much at head over hips and eyes focused directly slide down the wall until your legs are at a r?
Although not approp
once. In just this one exercise, you work forward. Keep chest expanded and 90-degree angle. Feet should be shoulder- riate for running or ev
power walking (becau en
the glutes, hamstrings, quads and inner shoulder blades squeezed together while width apart, toes forward, abdominals se baby needs to be
stable), a slow walk kept
thighs. Stand in a long staggered lunge holding baby upright. Return to start tucked. Hold this position and squeeze can become a worko
with baby in tow. Yo ut
stance. Bend knees and descend to form position and repeat for 1 to 3 sets on your glutes (your rear end). Ideally, hold u can also add exercis
tubing to your worko e
a 90-degree angle with upper and lower each leg, about 12-16 repetitions. for one minute or until your thighs beg ut and do bicep curls
lateral raises and othe ,
position of each leg. The kneecap of front Tip: It’s more important to have a long for mercy. Slide back up and repeat three r exercises where yo
standing and upright u are
leg should be approximately over the stride than to lunge deeply. If you feel times. This is a great time to sing to your . As long as baby’s he
supported and you ca ad is
last shoelace. Keep front heel down and off balance, make your stance wider or baby while your minute counts down! n maintain good postu
you’re set to get fit! re,
weight distributed evenly through front use a chair for support.
foot. Heel of back leg is up off floor and MOBY® wrap Worko
ut Tips
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On these pages are a few yoga
poses that are easily done while
wearing baby. Please make sure
to consult your doctor or midwife
before resuming any exercise
basic
regimen and listen to your body, a ste r the dify
you m n mo
stopping if you feel any discomfort. Once ses, you ca l and
o kil
Before you start, make sure baby is yoga p rs in your s e fun!
othe level. Hav
fed and happy. That way, you’re set rt
comfo
up for success on this adventure.
Mountain Pose Modified Sun Salutations
Stand up straight, big toes together. Stand in Mountain Pose. Inhale arms
Inhale arms out to sides and overhead. overhead and bend knees for Chair
Exhale arms down to Mountain Pose. Pose. Hold for 3-5 breaths. Exhale arms
Repeat 3-5 times. down, straighten legs, coming back into
Mountain Pose. Repeat 3-5 times.
Staff Pose Bound Angle Pose Lotus Pose Squats
Sit on your mat with your legs straight. Sit in Staff Pose. On the exhale - bend knees, Sit in Staff Pose. Bring legs into Legs should be wider than your
Ground sitting bones into the mat, engage pull heels toward pelvis, then drop knees out cross-legged position. Place the backs shoulders, with feet turned out slightly.
quadriceps and push through the heels of the to the sides and press the soles of the feet of your hands on tops of knees, with the On exhale, bend the knees. Hold 3-5
feet. Ground palms next to hips and lift chest. together. Hold toes or ankles. Inhale, lifting thumbs and first fingers touching. breaths and come back up on the inhale.
Hold for 3-5 breaths. chest and stay in position for 3-5 breaths. Take 5-10 full breaths. Repeat 3-5 times.
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Be uniquely close Practice
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There is not a lot of extra material It may take 3-5 attempts at to view Moby Accessories
or bulky padding between you and wrapping to feel confident with Including: Mini Moby, Blanket,
baby. Within the cuddly confines of the process. Try watching yourself Knot Hat & BabyLegs for Moby
the Moby Wrap, baby finds comfort in the mirror while you put on your
in the warmth of your body and Moby Wrap. Practice with a doll
Soothes fussy babies the sound of your or large stuffed animal. When
heartbeat. introducing baby to the Moby
It is amazing how quickly a
Wrap, make sure baby is fed
baby will settle down once
and happy.
wrapped in the Moby Wrap.
Experts, like Dr. Sears, stress
the importance of holding Machine washable
baby often and close. The The Moby Wrap is easy to clean.
Moby Wrap allows you to Prewashing before first use is
do this with ease. recommended. You can machine
Be secure wash your wrap in cold water and
air-dry or tumble dry on low. Your
With the
Be comfortable Moby Wrap may shrink slightly in
one-way
the dryer, but will stretch out again
The Moby Wrap design uses stretch cotton
after being worn. Please note that
your entire back, as well as your and wide width of the
the Moby d hand-woven cotton
shoulders, to carry the weight of Moby Wrap, baby is wrapped close
is not color fast and should be
baby. Unlike other carriers, which and tight, ensuring a secure hold.
washed separately, or with
have narrow straps or go across Baby’s head can also be tucked
like colors. Moby d Wraps
one shoulder, the Moby Wrap under the stretchy cotton fabric for
with silk should be washed
is a wide piece of fabric that is added safety. You can finally have
and handled gently.
wrapped over both shoulders. both hands free and know baby
The absence of buckles, snaps or is safe in triple-wrapped security.
other fasteners makes it amazingly Please refer to the safety section
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comfortable and easy to wear. It (pages 1, 9, 10, 17 & 18) for tips on PO Box 1066, Chico, CA 95927
Marty Crosley Photography
is simple to adjust the fit of your keeping your child secure, as well Kevin McDonnell Photography mobywrap.com
Moby Wrap by varying how tightly as safety tips for each specific hold Laurie Lyon Photography info@mobywrap.com
you wrap yourself. throughout the booklet. Copyright © 2010 Moby Wrap Inc. toll free: 888-629-9727
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to carry your child:
• Provides warmth, security,
pleasure and sound,
all essential to healthy
development.
• Helps meet baby’s security
needs: baby can feel, smell,
hear and see the parent.
• Enables parents to
accomplish their day-to-day
activities and still be in
close physical contact with
their babies.
• Has a soothing, tranquilizing
affect which helps fussy or
tired infants fall asleep.
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