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This Deluxe Mei Tai came with clear written instructions and these are also on the SnugiWraps website. I am dyslexic and would prefer photo instructions as well but the instructions were easy to understand.
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Standard Size Deluxe Mei Tai to fit babies from approximately 6 months to 24 months. Maximum weight 15kg. http://snugiwraps.com/ Sometimes the sling world can be a little narrow minded but in the time that I have used slings and run a sling library I have tried to remain flexible and open minded as possible in my views. Whenever I have given the opportunity to test slings I grab it with both hands and in my time I’ve tested a lot. Therefore when approached and asked if I would review the SnugiWraps Deluxe Mei Tai I had no hesitation in saying yes. As an active member of many online communities it has been difficult to avoid conversations about SnugiWraps and I have been keen to see for myself. I have to point out I have no links to SnugiWraps and have not been paid or received any benefits for writing this review. It is my opinion. The carrier I was sent was an instock Deluxe Mei Tai. It was not specifically made for review purposes; as such as I believe the carrier is a true example of the standard of work by SnugiWraps. The cost of this carrier would be £58. The SnugiWraps Deluxe Mei Tai I was sent is a standard size and is designed to fit babies from approximately 6 months of age to 24 months. The body panel is 16 x 17 inches and the instructions state suitable for babies up to 15kg. My slingee is 20 months old and 12.5kg and he fits comfortably in this carrier, with amble room for him to be arms in if he wishes. The SnugiHood (based on a sweatshirt style hood) is featured on this mei tai and it is an optional extra on the basic deluxe carrier. It was lined with a soft plush lining in a striking blue which coordinated nicely with the decorative fabric body panel. Isaac found this carrier comfortable enough to sleep in and the hood therefore, when tied to the loops on the shoulder straps, kept his head from lolling backwards. My initial impressions were extremely positive. The bright colours of the fabric panel contrasted nicely with the black cotton drill straps. These did not feel flimsy and appear of the same type/ quality many of the more well-known carrier makers use, although I cannot say this is definitely the case, they do feel similar. Steph clearly has an eye for catchy fabrics. The cartoon print of this carrier even attracted my 4 year olds attention who did ask for up but as he is over 15kg weight recommendation I chose not to as this could have been unfair on review. I am not a seamstress and cannot work a sewing machine. However, I do know slings. If I feel a sling is not safe to use, I will not even put a demo doll in it, let alone my children. With this carrier I have no concerns over safety. The quality of materials used appears of a good standard and seam allowances seem sufficient of both shoulder and waist straps. There are three layers of fabric in the body panel (decorative front panel, black cotton twill and an internal layer (website says this is canvas). The waist band is padded and this has been separated by 3 lines of stitching to create a waist which moulds. I usually avoid slings with padded or structured waists due to a prolapsed disc in my lower spine and these tend to usually sit on this causing me discomfort. However, this carrier moulded around me and was comfortable to wear for extended periods. It did not slip and felt secure. We used it for a trip to the National Railway Museum at Shildon (Locomotion) and it was very comfortable. I have examples of ‘cheaper’ end mei tais in my sling library, this mei tai was much more substantial. The shoulder straps come out of carrier at a 45 degree angle which is common in mei tais. The shoulder straps measure 80 inches (2 metres) long and were ample for me to use and allowed me to tie them Tibetan when I wished. The waist straps are 30 inches (making total of 60 inches) and this was sufficient for me. I am 5’10” and a size 10. If I was opting for this as an ‘instock’ library sling the length of waist straps could potentially limit the number of parents who could use this carrier, however, the SnugiWraps website does state if designing your own Deluxe Mei Tai to order that the straps can be made longer at your request for no extra charge. This Deluxe Mei Tai came with clear written instructions and these are also on the SnugiWraps website. I am dyslexic and would prefer photo instructions as well but the instructions were easy to understand. I have examined this carrier carefully and cannot find any issues which would create safety concerns. In places the stitching wobbles but not in any way which can affect the safety of the carrier and it compares with other examples of mei tais I have from both well-known companies and other work at home mums. This mei tai shows no signs of being dangerous and stitching wobbles are of cosmetic nature only. There is currently NO legal requirement for testing of carriers in the UK. Some of SnugiWraps carriers have been sent for testing, although the Deluxe Mei Tai model has not. The only safety test BS EN 13209-2; 2005 is extremely complex and not design for wide based carriers such as these. The carriers sent for testing passed the clauses relevant to this type of carrier. Full details of the safety testing requested by SnugiWraps can be found on their website. I have enjoyed being able to play with this SnugiWraps Deluxe Mei Tai. It has had several compliments from the people who have seen it. I have no concerns over the safety of this carrier. The fact this carrier came with sleepy dust also makes it priceless.
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AuthorI'm Rachel, an experienced babywearer and consultant. In July 2011 I decided to establish the NESL to help the NE to carry their babies big and small. I'm mama to Henry (5yrs) and Isaac (2yr). Archives
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