Tabeeze Update | Shark Tank Season 16
Carrie Schaltz-Haslup was helping her brother and his wife take care of their newborn when she saw how difficult it could be getting the baby dressed. The baby’s head was too delicate, her arms kept fighting back, and every change ended in tears. Since no baby clothes made dressing easier, Carrie created Tabeeze, a bodysuit that snaps at the shoulders and slides on from the bottom, so nothing has to go over the baby’s head. This makes changing faster and less stressful for both babies and parents. Let’s see if she managed to secure a deal with any of the sharks in our Tabeeze update and pitch recap.
If you’re short on time, here’s a quick overview of what happened to Tabeeze after
Carrie entered
In terms of a Tabeeze update, the company has expanded its product line to include Snappy Tees and Zippy-Leg Rompers. Furthermore, Tabeeze was featured in TIME’s Best Inventions list.
| Shark | Result |
| Daymond John | $100,000 for 33.3% equity |
| Kevin O’Leary | No offer |
| Mark Cuban | No offer |
| Kendra Scott | No offer |
| Lori Greiner | No offer |
Shark Tank Tabeeze Pitch
- Entrepreneur: Carrie Schaltz-Haslup
- Business: Baby onesies
- Ask: $100,000 for 10% equity
- Result: $100,000 for 33.3% equity
- Shark: Daymond John
Carrie steps into
She’s looking for an investment to scale Tabeeze, a patented baby clothing line designed for easier changes, and needs the funding to ramp up marketing after struggling to gain traction on her own.
Tabeeze is a baby clothing brand that makes bottom-up onesies to make dressing and changing babies easier.
Unlike regular onesies that go over a baby’s head, Tabeeze opens at the shoulders and slides up from the feet, fastening with simple snaps.
This design helps parents dress babies more easily, even when they are wiggling, kicking, or moving around.
It also allows for quick diaper changes without removing medical equipment, making it especially useful for babies in NICUs (Neonatal Intensive Care Units).
Carrie sells Tabeeze direct-to-consumer through social media and word of mouth. However, while she excels at product design, marketing remains a challenge.
The romper costs $4.75 to make and sells for $28, while the bodysuit costs $2.90 to produce and sells for $20.
She holds three design patents and has pending utility patents for different versions.
More importantly, hospitals have taken notice. One network is already testing the product and considering an annual order of 80,000 units for NICU use.
The sharks wasted no time asking questions. Lori Greiner wanted to know if similar products existed and whether alternatives like Velcro were available.
Carrie confirmed that Tabeeze was the first of its kind.
Meanwhile, guest shark Kendra Scott worried that zippers might catch on chubby baby rolls. Carrie reassured her that the design prevents such issues.
Kevin O’Leary questioned how she justified a $1 million valuation with only $26,000 in sales last year and $17,000 so far this year.
He pressed further, asking about her marketing approach. Carrie admitted she had no structured marketing strategy, relying instead on organic sales.
As the conversation continued, the sharks became increasingly concerned when they learned about her $1 million personal investment.
She revealed that most of it went to consultants who ultimately failed to deliver results.
This revelation shocked Lori and Kevin, who asked how she had managed to burn through so much capital.
Mark Cuban, on the other hand, saw an even bigger issue; her business had been running for seven years, yet growth remained slow.
Therefore, both he and Lori believed licensing was the best path forward, though neither was willing to invest.
Despite these concerns, Carrie’s passion for the product was undeniable. She explained that her journey began when she watched her niece struggle with traditional baby clothes.
Later, as she navigated parenthood through surrogacy, her desire to create a practical solution only grew stronger.
While Kevin and Mark ultimately backed out, Daymond John saw potential and made an offer of $100,000 for 45% equity, with a focus on licensing.
At that point, Carrie stepped away to speak with her dad over the phone, who owns 35% of the company.
After discussing the offer, she negotiated the equity down to 33.3%, securing a deal with Daymond.
Now that we know how the negotiations ended, let’s get a Tabeeze update to see what happened to the company after
Shark Tank Tabeeze Update
Our Tabeeze update found that the company now offers a range of baby clothing items, including the original Bottom-Up Bodysuit, Snappy Tees, and Zippy-Leg Rompers.
These products are made from 100% GOTS Certified Organic materials, ensuring safety and comfort for infants.
Tabeeze has also been recognized for its commitment to inclusivity, designing clothes suitable for all babies, including those in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs).
For every Tabeeze item purchased, the company donates one to a NICU.
Our Tabeeze update found that the brand has garnered attention from reputable sources, being featured in TIME’s Best Inventions list.
Products are currently available on the Tabeeze website and on Amazon.
We can’t wait to watch the company grow and bring you another Tabeeze update.
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Marvin Uzor
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