Bailey Bug LLC.

There are moments in business that remind you why you kept going, even when the road felt uncertain.

I’m so excited to share that we have been recognized as a winner by the Excellence Awards Global. This recognition means so much because Bailey Bug has always been about something bigger than a product. It was built to honor my sister Bailey and to make life a little easier for families and individuals who use wheelchairs.

What started as an idea has grown into a mission that has reached families, schools, camps, hospitals, and organizations.

I am incredibly thankful to everyone who has believed in Bailey Bug along the way. Our customers, supporters, partners, friends, and family have all been part of this journey. Your encouragement has meant more than you know.

Most of all, thank you, Bailey. Your life continues to inspire this mission every single day.

Here’s to continuing to create products with purpose and making the world a little more accessible, one coat at a time. 💙

In case you missed it, I had the opportunity to join ’s All Sides with Amy Juravich to talk about Bailey Bug and the mission behind creating safer, more accessible coats for wheelchair users.

I’m so grateful to the WOSU team for having me on and for helping continue an important conversation about accessibility, innovation, and designing products that make everyday life a little easier for families and caregivers.

If you’d like to listen to the segment, you can find it on their website under All Sides with Amy Juravich.

Thank you to everyone who has supported Bailey Bug and believed in this mission. Every conversation helps bring more awareness to the needs of the wheelchair community, and I’m excited to keep that momentum going.

We are excited to share that Founder, Melanie Barrett, will be a guest on All Sides with Amy Juravich on WOSU NPR 89.7 tomorrow, July 2, at 11:20 a.m. EST!

She will be talking about Fascinating Ohio, and have the chance to share the story behind Bailey Bug.

If you have about 15 minutes, we’d love for you to tune in and listen. Your support truly means a lot to us.

🎙 Listen live online!

We can’t wait to share this conversation with you!

We are honored to share that our founder and CEO, Melanie Barrett, was featured by and as part of the 2026 Inspiring Women series.

Bailey Bug began with Bailey, Melanie’s sister, whose life continues to inspire everything behind this mission. Her story reminds us that inclusive design is not just about products. It is about seeing people fully, caring for them well, and creating with dignity in mind.

What started as one family’s love for Bailey has grown into a purpose driven company helping make outerwear safer, more comfortable, and more thoughtful for people in wheelchairs.

We are grateful for every door God has opened, every person who has supported this mission, and every opportunity to continue carrying Bailey’s light forward.

Thank you to Columbus Monthly and Columbus CEO for sharing this story and recognizing the heart behind Bailey Bug.

From misty mornings to downpours you can dance in…
Bailey Bug coats are about to get a major upgrade. 💧✨

For years, we have kept wheelchair users warm, stylish, and safe in light rain. Now we are taking it to the next level with a new fabric that is fully waterproof. That means long distances in the pouring rain, full coverage, and total confidence in a coat designed to work with your wheelchair, not against it.

This is just a close up sneak peek 👀 of what is coming. Be on the lookout for our first round of branded coats landing soon in businesses nationwide and on our Amazon store. 🩵

Today, on National Disability Day, we stand with the global community to honor the strength, resilience, and rights of people with disabilities.

At Bailey Bug, we believe mobility isn’t just about movement — it’s about dignity, independence, and the freedom to explore the world in comfort and style. That’s why we design coats specifically for wheelchair users — because inclusion should be warm, functional, and beautiful.

Let’s keep pushing for a world where accessibility isn’t the exception — it’s the standard. ♿💙

Melanie Barrett represented Bailey Bug LLC. at the Inspiring Women event hosted by and in Columbus, Ohio.

It was truly an inspiring evening surrounded by so many strong, driven, and passionate women — each with their own story of resilience, innovation, and leadership. The conversations, connections, and new relationships built are a true reminder of how powerful women can be when we come together to support, encourage, and inspire one another.

Thank you to Columbus Monthly and Columbus CEO for putting on such a meaningful event. These opportunities to connect and grow alongside other women leaders are invaluable, and I’m grateful to be part of a community that lifts each other higher.

Melanie Barrett represented Bailey Bug LLC. at the Inspiring Women event hosted by Columbus Monthly Magazine and Columbus CEO in Columbus, Ohio.

It was truly an inspiring evening surrounded by so many strong, driven, and passionate women — each with their own story of resilience, innovation, and leadership. The conversations, connections, and new relationships built are a true reminder of how powerful women can be when we come together to support, encourage, and inspire one another.

Thank you to Columbus Monthly and Columbus CEO for putting on such a meaningful event. These opportunities to connect and grow alongside other women leaders are invaluable, and I’m grateful to be part of a community that lifts each other higher.

✨ We love seeing our Bailey Bug wheelchair coats in action at Fresh Air Camp!

A big thank you to the generous community member who donated these coats to the camp — helping make outdoor fun and adventures a little warmer, drier, and more comfortable for every camper. 💛

We’re so honored to be a small part of Fresh Air Camp’s incredible mission to provide life-changing experiences for kids with medical needs.

Here’s to many happy camp days ahead! 🌞🎉

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