https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:19:32 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2478727 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 15:08:28 +0000 Alba4 2478727@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I used a maya wrap when DS was young and still not that heavy. When he got to be older, I used it so that he sat on my hip, but only for short amounts of time. It hurts your shoulder if they are heavy. I used an Ergo when he was older/toddler. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2478711 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 15:01:02 +0000 2littlepumpkins 2478711@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We bought one from tula and it was pricey but I love it... so easy once we used it a few times! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2478589 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 13:58:44 +0000 pregnantbee 2478589@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@sorrycharlie: Was it hard to learn how to use this? I was a disaster when it came to even trying the Moby wrap. But this will be an Aug. baby, and it's hot here then! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2477707 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 16:45:51 +0000 QBbride 2477707@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a Sakura Bloom ring sling. I like it but the learning curve is much steeper than I expected :bummed: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2477700 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 16:33:51 +0000 JenGirl 2477700@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I just bought a mesh ring sling that you can use in the water as well as on dry land! Super lightweight, breathable and packable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2477649 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 15:27:17 +0000 pregnantbee 2477649@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Following so I can look up all of these. I'm also interested in trying a ring sling this time around. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2477622 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 14:24:40 +0000 tofuwad 2477622@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got a regular linen ring sling from Sleeping Baby Productions and I like it a lot. I'm fairly busty too (like a DDD/F). I've only used it like ten times or so and it's already fairly broken in and soft. I just used it yesterday for my 19lb 7month old at a birthday party. I was comfortable holding her for probably over an hour and I have some serious back problems. I also live in California so it was warmish (in the 70s) and we were both fine. It took me a couple times to get used to using it. But there are also a ton of videos about getting a good seat and tightening properly that helped. But the first two times I used it I ended up very frustrated. But now I love it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2477607 Sun, 28 Feb 2016 13:53:36 +0000 gotkimchi 2477607@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@matador84: if you're interested in selling let me know! I've been looking for a used ring sling </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297661 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 21:14:24 +0000 matador84 2297661@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>ah! I have two comfy joey ring slings that I have been wanting to get rid of. I loved them but now that my kids are bigger I only wear my toddler in the ergo. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297631 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 20:49:37 +0000 gentlelunette 2297631@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I also second the Sakura Bloom. I have a single linen SB and it has been great, especially in the warmer months. I want to get a woven ring sling because I'm finding the linen a bit less comfy as she gets heavier. If you're anything like me, I had. Really hard time figuring out how to use it properly. I always felt like DD was going to fall out. If you have a baby wearing group near you, I recommend finding them and going to a meeting. Otherwise, this video was a game changer... I watched it once and it totally clicked for me! </p> <p><a href="https://vimeo.com/118109931" rel="nofollow">https://vimeo.com/118109931</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297542 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 19:20:37 +0000 catomd00 2297542@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Love maya wrap! The padded shoulder is comfy and the zip pocket is super convenient. I think it's easier to use than a Sakura bloom for a newbie ring sling user. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297455 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 16:28:07 +0000 LadyPantaloons 2297455@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks ladies! I'll look into those. I don't have a store near by to buy these so getting reviews before I make an online purchase is very helpful. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297318 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 14:00:53 +0000 rattles 2297318@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a Maya wrap that I used nonstop from when DD was a newborn until 6 months or so. I still use it periodically, but for longer outings, I prefer having her weight distributed on both shoulders.<br /> ETA: I'm a 34H when nursing and was a 32F prebabies, for reference. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297312 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 13:57:49 +0000 MrsH 2297312@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a maya and love love love it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297295 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 13:49:02 +0000 littlebug 2297295@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a Maya Wrap that I didn't start using till D was 9mo, but I freaking loved it for as long as I could handle the weight. Definitely plan to use it much much sooner with Babygirl! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297277 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 13:31:55 +0000 Mae 2297277@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I love love my tula ring sling. I have migaloo happy. It is very soft (after you wash it once) and very supportive (I wear my 22 lb toddler in it daily) while still not being hot. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297271 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 13:29:44 +0000 sorrycharlie 2297271@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I looooove my sakura bloom. I have the linen one and it's amazing. I'm super sweaty all the time, as is my baby, and we have zero issues with it! I actually prefer that it does not have a pocket, because I feel like putting things in a pocket would weigh me down. It's forced me to go lighter if need be ;) I cannot say enough good things about it..we've used it almost daily for the last five months since I bought it.</p> <p>edit: my older daughter was 2y3m when my baby was born, and by the time she was 2.5 I realized that dealing with an Ergo and all the buckles (that my baby hated anyway..) was a pain. The ring sling had a learning curve but man is it easy/quick now. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/suggestions-for-ring-slings#post-2297191 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 12:14:58 +0000 LadyPantaloons 2297191@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I need suggestions for a great ring sling. I have a mei tai that I loved with my first for walks and for doing stuff around the house, but I found it was not useful for nursing on the go. This time around I think a ring sling would also be really good addition to my gear so I can tend to my oldest with a nursing babe in a sling. I'm big breasted, if that helps your suggestions.<br /> Thanks! </p>