Our Story

 

Hi, my name is Rachael I am the founder of Pikanini Pals. I am a Papua New Guinean women, married to a Torres Strait Islander. we are based in Brisbane, Australia.

My love for swaddles began with my first-born daughter and has carried onto my younger two children.

I have always loved the vibrant colours, different patterns and designs of a swaddle. The different ways of wrapping and how quickly, it soothes a baby as it mimics the womb.

From a dream 10 years ago to see swaddles with Melanesian designs, to now in late 2024 it has become a reality. Pikanini Pals was born.

My love for culture and heritage has brought these designs to life.  Our pikininis can now be wrapped and immersed in our Melanesian culture/heritage with pride wherever they are in the world.

Many blessings,

Rachael xx