Hip Baby Wrap Ring Sling vs WildBird Linen Ring Sling

Side-by-side specs from each maker.

Only the differences are shown.

Hip Baby Wrap Ring SlingWildbird Ring Sling
TypeRing slingRing sling
List price$68$68
Child weight8–35 lbUp to 35 lb
Newborn without insertYesYes
Carry positionsFront inward, HipFront inward, Hip
FabricHand-loomed fabric by line: 100% cotton (Classic, Modern, Honeycomb), 100% linen, 50% linen 50% bamboo, 100% raw dupioni silk100% natural linen (European linen fibers), pre-washed
Lumbar supportNoNo
Machine washableYesYes
IHDI acknowledgment (maker says)Not listedYes, per the maker or IHDI
SizesNot listedStandard 74 in; Long 90 in
Wrap lengthNot listedStandard 74"; Long 90"

Hip Baby Wrap Ring Sling

A hand-loomed ring sling with solid aluminum rings, made in India in cotton, linen, bamboo-linen and silk lines.

  • Solid aluminum sling rings
  • Machine washable (cotton lines: machine wash and dry)
  • Fair trade, handwoven with non-toxic dyes

WildBird Linen Ring Sling

Linen ring sling with sewn-in aluminum rings that folds small. The maker recommends it for babies 0 to 36 months and intends it for babies up to 35 lb, worn on the front or hip.

  • Folds compact for a diaper bag
  • Standard and Long lengths; Long is for plus-size or tall wearers
  • Hand or machine washable
  • Single-shoulder carry
  • Maker limit is 35 lb