The carrying positions shown here are ancient and have been used for generation upon generation. Typically speaking, people in the family or village teach the young people how to wear a baby long before they are adults or have children of their own. Because you are learning on your own without the benefit of one-on-one assistance form an experienced baby wearer, you MUST use caution. You should always have assistance from another adult until you are completely confident. Koala Slings does offer "personal support and demonstrations" for local Northern Kentucky, Southern Ohio, and Southeast Indiana customers.

• use common sense
• when tying carrier be sure you are in a safe place
• make sure you don't have loose long ends that you could trip over
• make sure to keep carrier away from fire
• be cautious of babies head and not to bump it on things - especially doorways
• Trust you instincts. Make sure baby is securely tied in. If you feel you are doing something wrong join the Yahoo Group "Babywearing Tips", get "Support or Personal Demo", or seek help of experienced baby wearer.
• when learning new positions always have assistance. Check and make sure there is no way baby can slip out and all ties are secure.
• Use your head. Koala Carriers does cannot possibly include warnings about all the things a person could do. Be responsible and think carefully. If it doesn't feel safe it probably isn't.
• Carefully inspect carrier before and after each use. check all stitches and make sure they are secure. Koala Carriers offer "customer satisfaction warranties" on all carriers.