Product Information
At Dream Carriers we offer a modern take on the traditional Mei Tai. With a contoured design, leg padding,
seat darts
& a padded waist, it is an ideal carrier that can be used from
birth to preschool! And if you happen to be intimidated by the straps
on a Mei Tai, or you just want a quick on & off carrier, we also
make three different buckle carriers- The
Dream Carrier Buckle Tai, The Soft
Structured Dream Carrier & The Neo.
We
offer
three
body
designs-
The Original Baby Size Design, The Petite Toddler Dream Carrier & The Toddler Dream Carrier. All three designs are
available as a Mei Tai, Buckle Tai, Soft Structured Carrier or Neo.
We also offer Half & Full Buckle Wrap
Transformations
in the above designs. Please click on the links below for photos and
more info.
Half Buckle Wrap Transformation Info
Pricing
Additional Options
Sizing Info
Carrier Care
Policies
Disclaimer
Here is a comparison chart to help you decide which Dream
Carrier
will work for you.
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|
Dream Carrier Buckle Tai |
Dream Carrier SSDC |
Dream Carrier Neo |
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This Carrier is for you if: |
You are looking for a carrier that wears like
a Mei Tai, but has buckles instead of tie straps. The
Dream
Carrier
BT
comes
with
a
soft
padded
waistband
that
is
designed
to
be
worn
apron
style
at
the
wearer’s
waist. The
DCBT
comes
with
straight
padded
shoulder
straps
that
buckle
at
the
side
of
the
carrier body. |
You are looking for a carrier with buckles
and a supportive, structured waistband. The
SSDC
is
designed
to
be
worn
non-
apron
style,
at
the
wearer’s
hips.
This places more of the child’s weight on
your hips vs. your shoulders or back. The SSDC comes with straight padded shoulder
straps that buckle at the side of the carrier body. |
You are looking for a carrier with contoured
shoulder straps & a supportive, structured waistband.
The contoured straps are a dream for back carries,
eliminating underarm rub that can occur with straight straps. The 3 piece structured waistband is designed
to be worn non-apron style, on the wearer’s hips. The
Neo
also
works
well
with
narrow
shoulders. |
|
Suggested age range: |
6wks – 2yrs |
4mo & up |
4mo & up |
|
Suggested weight limit: |
35lbs |
45lbs |
45lbs |
|
Front Carry: |
Yes, by crossing the shoulder straps in the
back. |
Yes, by crossing the shoulder straps in the
back. |
Yes, without crossing the straps, using the
chest strap. |
|
Back Carry: |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Breastfeeding: |
Yes, very easy! In
a
front
carry,
just
loosen
the
shoulder
straps
and
lower
the
baby
until
their
head
is
at
chest
level.
|
Yes, very easy! In
a
front
carry,
just
loosen
the
shoulder
straps
and
lower
the
baby
until
their
head
is
at
chest
level.
|
OK, since this is primarily a back carrier, I
wouldn’t recommend the Neo for breastfeeding in, but it can be done in
a front carry. |
|
Chest Strap: |
Not needed for front carry, can be used with
back carries. Not included, can be
purchased separately. |
Not needed for front carry, can be used with
back carries. Not included, can be
purchased separately. |
Needed for a front carry.
Optional for back carries. Chest
strap
is
included
with
the
Neo. |
DC Half Buckle Wrap Transformation Info:
The DC half buckle wrap transformation is when you send me a
wrap(4.6+) and I transform it into a half buckle Dream Carrier using
your wrap. All Dream Carrier WT's have a bottomweight inner layer that
the straps and hood are attached to. This will cause less stress on the
wrap and will make your carrier more durable. You do have the option of
adding a print fabric to the body and/or hood as well as hemp silk
lining for the hood and body. For the DC HBWC you get to customize your
half buckle. Here are your customization choices-
- Padded Mei Tai straps or Wrap straps
- Preferred shoulder strap length
- Original, Petite Toddler or Toddler body style
- Padded or structured waistband
- Hood or hoodie
- Hood applique available for an additional cost(+$15 & up)
- Add a print to the body & hood (+ $10)
Full Buckle Wrap Transformation Info:
Dream Carriers offers a full buckle option for wrap transformations.A minimum of 2.6m woven wrap is needed for a full buckle WT.
Here are the options you get to choose from for your full buckle WT.
- Original, Petite Toddler or Toddler body style
- Padded or straight structured waistband(1 or 3pc structured)
- Hood or hoodie
- Applique(+$15 & up)
Pricing Info for the Original Baby Size Mei Tai, Buckle Tai & Soft Structured Dream Carrier:
Mei Tai- $95
Half Waist Buckle- $95
Half Shoulder Buckle- $95
Full Buckle Tai- $95
Soft Structured Dream Carrier- $95
Original Neo- $110
Pricing Info for the Petite Toddler & Toddler Dream Carrier:
Petite Toddler Mei Tai- $120
Petite Toddler Half Buckle- $120
Petite Toddler Full Buckle- $120
Petite Toddler Neo- $135
Toddler Mei Tai- $125
Toddler Half Buckle- $125
Toddler Full Buckle- $125
Toddler Neo- $140
Pricing Info for the Half & Full Buckle Wrap Transformation:
Half Buckle Wrap Transformation- $95
Full Buckle Wrap Transformation- $105
Additional options:
- add a flat hood (original only, Petite Toddler & Toddler includes a flat hood-print on one side)- $10
- print on both sides of the hood- $15
- add a hoodie- $15(with print on one side) or $20(print on
both
sides)
- hood with applique- $15 +
- add a chest strap- $8
- add a waist pocket- $15 (available only on the Neo 3pc waist)
- wrap shoulder straps(only available on the MT or HWB)- $10
- XL MT straps(Standard length is now 80in!)(you pick the
size- up
to
95in long)- $8
- Organic or Hemp Straps- $15(FBT)-$25(HBT & MT)
- Silk lining- $10
Shipping & Handling
Orders are shipped out within 2 business days of payment. If
there is a shipping delay, you will be notified.
Shipping to the US and Canada is $10.20. I ship Priority mail to the US
and First Class International to Canada. Delivery Confirmation is
included within the US. First Class International is not able to
be
insured. If you would like insurance, you need to upgrade to
Priority
International shipping. Priority International to Canada is $26.95,
please add $2.75 for insurance. Priority International shipping
to all
other countries is $34, please add $2.75 for insurance.
Sizing for Buckle Tais & Mei Tais:
The Dream Carrier Buckle Tai is designed to fit most sizes. The shoulder straps are 18in long with 24in of additional webbing and the waist will fit from 26in to 48in.
Mei Tais come in one size, unless you order XL straps.
Shoulder straps are 80in long and the waist strap is one continuous
strap measuring 80in in total length.
XL straps would be anything longer than 80in up to 95in long(you choose
the length).
Please email me if you have any
questions! Thank you & Happy babywearing! :)
**All measurements are approximate and may vary slightly from carrier to carrier.
Carrier Care
Spot cleaning your carrier will be the easiest. If you need to wash
the whole carrier, hand washing is recommended. Line dry and steam
iron. Do not place your buckle carrier in the dryer.
If you have silk on your carrier, you Must hand wash your carrier on
cold and line dry. You might want to use a color catcher if you have
silk, since silk bleeds. I do prewash silk, but it may still bleed when
you wash it. If you have any questions you can email me at
dreamcarriers@gmail.com.
Policies
Payments:
For custom orders I require a $50 NON refundable down payment. The balance will be due upon completion of the custom carrier. Payment is preferred within 48hrs, but I realize life happens so if that is not possible, please request more time to pay. If I haven't heard from you within 14 days, I reserve the right to sell your custom carrier. If I receive your downpayment, but you fail to place your order within 4wks of the downpayment, I will issue you a store credit minus a 10% restocking & custom fee. Your store credit will be valid for 1 year from the date of issue.
For your convenience I do accept all forms of Paypal. If you pay
with an Echeck, your order will not ship until the Echeck clears. I do
not accept checks and money orders at this time.
Returns/exchanges on custom orders:
For custom orders, If you notice a problem with your carrier, I will do an exchange for the same product within 14 days from the day you recieve it. I do not give refunds on custom orders. I must approve all exchanges by email.
In-stock returns:
I will accept returns within 30 days if you are unhappy with a
product that was 'in-stock' when you purchased it. A refund will be
given, less the cost of shipping. You will be responsible for shipping
costs on the return. Items returned must be in new/unwashed condition.
You must email me for approval prior to returning the carrier.
Seconds & gently used items are sold as-is and are non-returnable.
Customer service is a top priority for me, so if you are in any way
unhappy with your carrier, please contact me at
dreamcarriers@gmail.com, so we can work things out. :) Thank you!
Disclaimer
As always when carrying your baby, please use common sense. Inspect your carrier prior to every use. Do not use your carrier if you notice any ripped seams or loose threads. The carrier is not intended for use over one hour. If you experience neck, shoulder or back pain, please discontinue use and reevaluate how you are wearing the carrier. Do not use the carrier while operating machinery, biking, or cooking. Dream Carriers, LLC does not accept any responsibility for anything that occurs through misuse or mishandling of the carrier.
If you have any questions on wearing your child, please email me at dreamcarriers@gmail.com or see the wearing instruction page. Thank you.