Step #1 Take the onbuhimo and put it behind baby, sitting, standing or laying on top of it. Bring straps under arms and around to front of chest and hold snugly.

Step #2 Grab baby's leg with the other hand and lift up over your shoulder onto your back.

Step #3 Standing leaning over to balance baby on your back, separate straps and bring over shoulders.

Step #4 Holding your baby with one hand securely, cross straps over your chest, or bring down rucksack style and thread straps through the rings, making sure the baby's legs are OVER the Padded waist and ring strap.

Step #5 Bring the straps through the rings and pull into place, standing upright to let the baby slide into the carrier. Give a little "bounce" to get the back of the carrier up on the baby's back.

Step #6 To Tie in a "Tibetan" style carry, you would then take the straps through the loops over your shoulders on opposite sides.

Step # 7 Pull the straps tight and make sure the baby is secure and you are comfortable. Tie in a square knot.

Step #8 Tuck the ends of the straps in and you are ready to go!