The present disclosure is directed to a cartridge stabilization system for printable media such as a roll containing a plurality of wristbands. The cartridge stabilization system includes a cartridge housing including a first extension member and a spool, a roll of material retained on the spool and configured to be dispensed from the cartridge housing via the first extension member, and a nipper positioned on the first extension member. The roll of material passes between the nipper and the first extension member as the roll of material is dispensed from the cartridge housing.