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Learn to Use Your Nook Carrier
The Nook is our ultimate comfort buckle carrier, with Continuum straps giving the support of a ruck wrap carry you get the best of a buckle carrier and a wrap with the Nook.
Learn to use your Nook Carrier below.
Not sure what a Nook is? Learn more here.
Discover more about our Buckle & Half-Buckle carriers.
Before Getting Started …
When you receive your baby carrier we suggest you practice with a teddy or doll, while checking your carry in the mirror, before trying with your baby. This is great for getting familiar with how to tie and tighten a woven carrier.
A top tip for using a baby carrier:
Remember to wrap snuggly!
Your Nook should feel snug, like a bandage; too loose and the material will sag and baby will not remain close to your centre of gravity. This means baby will not be held securely and it will be uncomfortable for you both. If you find your baby is pushing away from you, this may be because the carrier is too loose and they are not feeling secure – trying tightening the carrier little by little until they settle.
Crossed straps or Ruck Straps?
This choice is generally down to personal preference! We suggest trying both ways to find out which is most comfortable for you.
Nook Encompass Front Carry - Ruck Straps
Nook Encompass Front Carry - Crossed Straps
Nook Encompass Back Carry
Nook Evolve Front Carry - Ruck Straps
Nook Evolve Back Carry
For more tips on perfecting your carry with the Nook, head over to our Youtube Channel.
Remember Your Safety Checks
When you have finished putting on your carrier the most important steps are to check your little one's airways are clear, that your sling is tight and secure and that you are comfortable taking your hands away from baby. If you are not comfortable doing so then your sling will need to be tightened and adjusted.
Ensure baby's bottom is below their knees and fabric is knee-to-knee.
Ensure carry is snug enough to prevent slumping while allowing a gentle curve of the spine.
Ensure little one's chin is not on their chest and that their face is clear of fabric.
Bend with your knees and support baby.
Ensure the fabric is spread across your back without being twisted.
Be aware of baby's temperature when in the sling and avoid overheating.