When the Maya Wrap or any baby ring sling is first purchased and used, it takes a little bit of time to learn how to use a baby ring sling. When purchasing the Maya Wrap there is an instructional DVD but if you still tend to be having difficulty with putting it on properly then here are some tips that may help you. If the sling tends to be to lose and not stay tight then making a few adjustments may correct some of the Maya Wrap problems you are having.  Here are three general problems that people usually have when trying to first wear the Maya Wrap Ring Sling.

First, the Maya Wrap can not be twisted, the inside of the tail (the side next to your neck) can not be twisted at all; it needs to come across your back, hip and the top of your baby's body without any twist. Feed the tail through the rings making sure the tail is not twisted, after feeding them through the rings put the wrap over one shoulder with the rings in the hollow of your shoulder and then place your baby into your Maya Wrap Ring Sling.

Second, to position your baby where you want them to sit you need to hold your baby up high and then tighten the tail of the sling by pulling the tail ACROSS your body, do not pull down on the tail. Then let go of your baby and they should be positioned where you want them sitting. You want to wear your baby high and snug or your back may start to hurt. Make sure your baby’s face is not really tight against your body, there needs to be a finger distance of room between your body and your baby.

Third, when putting your child into the sling their weight is what tightens the rings to hold the sling in place. If you need to tighten the sling after your baby is in the sling hold your baby up and pull the tail in front across your body, this will keep the sling positioned properly and will keep your baby snug and comfortable.