About us â May Mays
Welcome to May Mays â personal gifts with a touch of love đ
My name is Shirley May, mom of two sons and the founder of May Mays.
What started in 2019 as a small idea at the kitchen table grew into a brand full of warmth, meaning, and personal details.
At May Mays, everything revolves around love, care, and the power of something personal.
âš How it started
My path to motherhood was not straightforward.
After an intense IVF journey, I was able to hold our first miracle in my arms.
That experience made me extra grateful for the small things, the special moments, and the emotional value of something personal.
From that feeling, the desire arose to create gifts that are more than just a utility â
gifts that symbolize love, hope, and connection.
đž From idea to brand
I started with personalized pacifier clips: practical, but above all very personal.
A name is not just a word â it is a piece of identity and a little bit of magic.
More handmade items soon followed.
Always in soft colors, with an eye for detail and love for every material.
đ» A difficult period
Perhaps you missed us for a while.
Our Instagram and website were hacked for a period and were out of my control for months. That was a difficult time, because I could no longer reach my customers.
After much patience and perseverance, I got everything back.
Today we are stronger, more grateful, and more motivated than ever.
đ Where we stand now
All May Mays products are handmade in the Netherlands.
I design and conceive everything from Ibiza, where we live with our family.
Every month, I come to the Netherlands to see the team, check the quality, and develop new ideas together.
In addition, I am involved in the process online every day.
No mass production, but real attention for every item.
đ What May Mays stands for
âïž Handmade & safe â according to the strictest EU standards
âïž Personal & unique â completely customized for your mini
âïž Made with love â because every detail counts
âïž Small batches â big attention
đ Our team â the May Mays girlies
May Mays has since grown into a small but powerful team.
Although I am still the owner and founder, I haven't made the products alone for a long time.
Behind every pacifier clip and every package are our May Mays girlies:
six lovely girls who string, knot, check, and pack everything with love every single day.
One of them has even been working with us for over three years.
Step by step, we have grown into the team that May Mays is today.
Below, they would love to introduce themselves to you đđ
Team of 6 girls
May's Girlies
Indy
Indy is my very first employee and has been a familiar face at May Mays for almost 3 years.
Super reliable, always enthusiastic, and by now indispensable.
She knows exactly how everything works and is always thinking along with us. đȘ
Saar
Saar was the second girl to come work at May Mays.
She works super fast, but always neatly and carefully.
Sylvie
Sylvie always brings a sense of warmth to the studio.
She works efficiently, is always up for a chat, and creates a lovely atmosphere while working. đ€
Evi
Evi works super carefully and has a real eye for detail.
Everything has to be just right, and you can see that in every pacifier clip she makes. âš
Tessa
Tessa always ensures laughter in the workplace.
Super funny, sociable, and in the meantime, she also creates beautiful items. đđ
Rosemary
Rosemarijn is our newest girl and immediately the oldest one too.
In addition to production, she helps with extra tasks and takes responsibility.
A very welcome addition to the team!
Lieke
Lieke is a real go-getter who loves a fast pace. She helps with creating and processing orders every day and ensures that everything runs smoothly.
Florine
Florine works meticulously and contributes effectively to the process. She ensures that every pacifier cord is assembled and checked with care.
May Mays
100% handmade products
The sweetest items for babies and toddlers.
Personalized products such as our famous pacifier clips with name, keychains with name and handmade clothes.
Blog posts
How do you attach a pacifier clip? 2 ways explained (with tips)
Attaching a pacifier clip seems simple, yet we often get questions about it. For example:âItâs a bit tight, is that normal?â or âHow do I attach it properly?â In this blog, we explain step-by-step ...
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How do you clean a pacifier clip and teething ring? (explained simply & safely)
Cleaning a dummy clip and teething ring is important for your baby's hygiene. These products are used daily and often come into contact with the mouth, hands, and various surfaces. But how do you s...
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Teething ring with name â safe, personal and essential for teething
A teether with name is a must-have for babies suffering from teething. It not only helps to soothe the gums, but is also a personal and stylish baby accessory.
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