To thread your ring sling start with the rings just below your shoulder on the opposite side from where you want to carry your baby.
Ring sling baby carrier tutorial.
The sling will be worn around the body and over one shoulder with the rings at the shoulder forming a pocket for the baby.
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I can tell you this is my favorite.
It is light weight and easy to pack into any diaper bag.
I find it s easiest to do this standing in front of the mirror.
My favorite fabric for a ring sling wrap is 100 linen but linen blends also work.
It is hot here and washington people don t have ac so this has been so nice compared to my other carriers.
I have a lillebaby ring sling lillebaby 6 in 1 tula carrier kelty ergo and a water ring sling.
A ring sling is just one of the many carrier options to choose from including baby wraps babywearing shirts and soft structured carriers.
This sling is intended for dolls and the materials and stitching are not meant to hold a real baby so please don t use this tutorial to make an adult sized sling.
Linen is an amazing fiber but we also love the sustainable journey it takes from a seed in the earth to a sling wrapped around you and your baby.
Wildbird is a quick easy and beautiful baby carrier.
Also this sling is best for kids age 3 and older and should be used with adult supervision you will need.
Prepare the sling for the baby.
Here are my top tips on how to wear a ring sling.
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Best fabrics for ring sling wrap.
I definitely feel ring slings are the most stylish type of baby carrier.
Different caregivers prefer different ring positioning.
You will want to use a medium weight fabric for this project so it can support your baby without stretching.
After you get baby in the ring sling you may still need to do a bit of troubleshooting.
Wildbird is a quick easy and beautiful baby carrier.
If you have any shoulder discomfort or feel like the rings are pressing uncomfortably on your chest you may want to adjust your ring positioning.
I love the feel of it.
If you re looking for something that provides the closeness of a wrap without actually having to do the wrapping a ring sling is a great choice.