Lite-on-Shoulder Baby Sling(Fern Batik)

I wish I had this before my daughter was born. I used a snugli front carrier until she was about six months old, then she got too heavy for it and the straps hurt me too much to use it anymore. This is so much more comfortable, once you get the hang of it, which really doesn't take long. Plus, there's no complicated straps to adjust, and it's easy to tighten/loosen it with the baby inside. I was ready to send it back after the first time I wore it, but I sent them an email and they gave me some pointers on how to adjust it comfortably, and now we use it everyday. Now, at ten months, I make the loop very small and put it under her arms so she can "walk" all by herself (much easier on your back since you don't have to bend over. The fabric is really beautiful and the quality is great(I've washed it twice).I get compliments whenever I wear it. Like I said, I wish I had this sling from the beginning beacause there are so many different ways to carry the baby in it, it really does grow...Read more

I took a babywearing class led by someone who helps make the international rules for babywearing. She told me that the rings used in this ring sling are craft rings, not babywearing rings. Now that I know what to look for, I can see that there really is a BIG DIFFERENCE! These rings are tiny and flimsy compared with a real ring sling. That, coupled with the pointless padding along the rails of this sling make it impossible to adjust easily. I struggled to use this for the entire first month of my baby's life and finally upgraded to a professionally made ring sling. The difference is unquestionable. I will say that the fabric in this sling is pretty, but it is also single-sided and very thin. I ended up giving it away to a friend to use as home decor. If you want a real ring sling, look for something condoned by Babywearing International...or at least check their website for the features you should look for.

I use this sling every chance I get. Couldn't use the front baby carriers because they hurt my back. This lets me sit my daughter on my hip and feels so comfortable. High quality, sturdy material. A great buy!