Wallypop: Wallypop Babywearing: Asian Style Carriers

Asian Style Carriers (also called ABCs for Asian Baby Carriers)

Wallypop Mei Tai	Wallypop Onbuhimo	Wallypop Podegi

Wallypop Mei Tai Carrier

The Wallypop Mei Tai (sometimes also called an Asian Baby Carrier, ABC, Mei Tie, or MT), is ideal for you and your baby, from birth through toddlerhood. It is a fairly simple baby carrier with several carrying positions possible.

Our straps are long enough to accommodate most body types and sizes, without being too long for smaller frames (approx 60 inch top straps, 30 inch bottom straps). Women over size 18, men who are tall or over size XL, and anyone who is concerned about fit should please email us. Generally speaking, these carriers will fit these sizes just fine, but there is such a variation in body shapes, we're happy to double-check that the straps will be suitable or work with you to create a carrier that will fit, and there's never an extra charge for making longer straps. 

Fewer seams = More safety We make our Mei Tais using one solid piece of fabric on each side, with the seams around the edges. We believe that fewer seams means more safety for your precious cargo. Carriers sewn with pieced fabric carry the risk of those seams pulling apart, potentially harming the integrity of your carrier. The bodies of these carriers are under quite a bit of stress and strain while they're holding your baby, and extra seams are not a risk we're willing to take with your children - that's why we here at Wallypop have designed our carriers for the utmost in safety.

Mei Tai Details:

• Two-sided, reversible fabric body.
• Wide, unpadded straps at the hips and shoulders (padding available via Made to Order).
• Sturdy, heavier fabric throughout to ensure a comfortable ride.
• All seams are double-stitched; straps are triple-stitched to the carrier body to ensure safety.
• Deluxe carriers are made from decorative, more delicate fabrics and paired with two layers of sturdy body fabric for the same sturdiness and comfort as our Basic carriers.
• Choose from our instock carriers below, or choose from any of our available fabrics for a Made To Order Carrier. Also available in Solarveil (more coming later in the summer).
• You may email us about creating a custom carrier for you if you'd like us to shop for particular fabric or if you'd like options not listed below.

Back Carry	Tummy to Tummy	Hip Hold
Available Instock Mei Tais
Manly Faux Leather/Denim Denim Straps	Soft All Over Quilted Cotton/Red Minkee Minkee is a very soft fleece Denim Straps	Navy Plaid Wool Blend Plaid on both sides Navy Twill Straps
Nicely Neutral - Linen Paired with Dark Green Linen Khaki Twill Straps shorter than average straps sold	Vintage Floral Vintage Purple Floral paired with a Dark Purple Canvas Purple Canvas Straps sold	Goldenram Reclaimed promotional Tshirt paired with a heavy taupe twill back and straps
	Cornhuskers Reclaimed Nebraska Cornhusker Tshirt paired with black twill back and straps

Available Options Explained:

Add Storage Pocket: A pocket will be sewn to the outside of the carrier's body. It provides a handy place to stash some money or small items, and also serves as a storage bag for the carrier itself. A small carrying strap is included.
Add Padded Straps: The straps are lightly padded with hidden layers of fleece.
Add Toy Ring: A Toy ring is added to one of the shoulder straps, which is handy for attaching small toys to keep baby happy.
Add Coordinating Tote:The tote (really a clutch) is approx. 7x10, closes with a zipper, and features a snap-close strap. Perfect for snapping around the straps of your Mei Tai to hold keys, money, a diaper, and a few other essentials. Also works as a wristlet.
Use Customer Fabric: Please contact us before purchasing your fabric for specifications.

Toy Ring

Pocket

Folded into Pocket

Wallypop Onbuhimo Carrier

The Wallypop Onbuhimo Carrier is a great carrier for older babies and toddlers. It is a simple carrier that allows a baby to be worn front or back.

An onbuhimo is a post-war Japanese carrier. It is very similar to a Mai Tai but instead of both shoulder and waist straps, it has only shoulder straps and a pair of rings at the waist. The straps go over the wearer's shoulders, then through the rings, as you can see in the photos.

Our straps are long enough to accommodate most body types and sizes. Women over size 18, men over size XL, and anyone who is concerned about fit should please email us. Chances are, the carrier will fit, but we'd rather be safe than sorry! We're happy to work with you to create a carrier that will fit, and there's never an extra charge for making longer straps. 

Onbuhimo Details:

• Completely reversible
• Wide, padded straps at shoulders.
• Padded at the waist for comfort.
• Aluminum rings from slingrings.com at the waist.
• Sturdy, heavier fabric throughout to ensure a comfortable ride.
• All seams are double-stitched; straps are triple-stitched to the carrier body to ensure safety.
• Choose from our instock carriers below, or choose from any of our available fabrics for a Made To Order Carrier.
• You may email us about creating a custom carrier for you if you'd like us to shop for particular fabric or if you'd like options not listed below.

Front Carry	Back Carry	Toy Ring
Onbus are sold out.

Available Options Explained:

Add Storage Pocket: A pocket will be sewn to the outside of the carrier's body. It provides a handy place to stash some money or small items, and also serves as a storage bag for the carrier itself. A small carrying strap is included.
Add Toy Ring: A Toy ring is added to one of the shoulder straps, which is handy for attaching small toys to keep baby happy.
Add Coordinating Tote:The tote (really a clutch) is approx. 7x10, closes with a zipper, and features a snap-close strap. Perfect for snapping around the straps of your Mei Tai to hold keys, money, a diaper, and a few other essentials. Also works as a wristlet.
Use Customer Fabric: Please contact us before purchasing your fabric for specifications.

Wallypop Podegi Carrier

A Podegi is an Korean-style carrier. Traditionally, a Podegi is made from heavy quilted fabrics, but Wallypop Podegis omit the batting and quilting, to make a lighter weight yet still supportive carrier. The Wallypop Podegi is comfortable and easy to wear. It has a more limited range of carrying positions than a wrap, but is easier to use. Because the body of the carrier drapes over you and baby, Podegi carriers tend to be warmer, as well, and are perfect for spring and fall.

The standard strap length will fit most mamas and daddies, up to about a size 22 or XXL. If you are concerned about the fit of your carrier, please email us and we'll be happy to work with you.

Podegi carriers are not currently available as an in stock item. Please order using the Made-To-Order form below.

Podegi Carrier Details:

• Made from heavier weight fabrics such as denim or twill. 
• Deluxe carriers feature a beautiful brocade, backed with twill and will a twill strap.
• All seams are double-stitched; straps are triple-stitched to the carrier body to ensure safety.
• You may email us about creating a custom carrier for you if you'd like us to shop for particular fabric or if you'd like options not listed below.

Front Carry

Back Strapless Carry

Back Strap Carry

Available Options Explained:

Add Center Pocket: A pocket will be sewn to the middle of the carrier's body.
Add Coordinating Tote:The tote (really a clutch) is approx. 7x10, closes with a zipper, and features a snap-close strap. Perfect for snapping around the straps of your Mei Tai to hold keys, money, a diaper, and a few other essentials. Also works as a wristlet.
Use Customer Fabric: Please contact us before purchasing your fabric for specifications.

Please use common sense when using Wallypop slings and carriers. Keep a hand on your baby when bending, stooping, walking through a crowded area, etc. You can expect years of service from your Wallypop products, but take care to look over your slings and carriers before each use. Do not use your sling or carrier if the stitching has ripped or the straps are getting worn out. Limited wearing instructions are available here. Wallypop cannot be responsible for misuse, breeches of common sense, or any injuries that may result from the use of our slings.