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With ring slings, sizing doesn't really matter. The rings don't hurt at all. You can't feel them. We LOVE our RS! It's a linen sling from Sleeping Baby Productions. It's been our go-to since LO was about 10 months old. She prefers to be on my hip than facing my chest. It's supper "poppable," and easy to pack.

@scg00387: Haha... It is a bit overwhelming. But she has a patent on a specific type of shoulder that I wanted. I haven't used any of the Velcro type. The tail is useful for shade, nursing, you can tuck it under the top rail to support floppy newborn and sleeping heads, and having the tail means it's almost infinitely adjustable. I prefer a shorter tail, but some people like really long ones... I guess for looks?

@scg00387: You can do a hip carry in a beco gemini too. I'm not sure if that's more or less effort to put on.

I would go with a ring sling based on what you've described as your needs. A pouch sling would be easier to use yet, but I would never buy one of those without trying it first because of adjustability issues.

Oh, check out PaxBaby and try a few! Different slings have different features, like padded rails, padded shoulders (a la @Mrs. Pen: ), pockets on the tails... I prefer no padding and a short tail with no pocket, but I have a friend that wouldn't wear hers without having all of it!

I also prefer no padding (maybe I get 80s scary-shoulderpad-Dynasty-flashbacks?), and I don't like the pockets. I have a Comfy Joey. I second trying some because there is no "right" answer and you might love something I don't even like.

I love my RS. It's taken me through 2 weeks until 1 year now and I couldn't imagine life without it. It's perfect for running in and out of places and nursing in public as well.

I also love my Mei Tai too, but that's more for longer trips like full on grocery shopping or something