Tiba + Marl was founded by Anna Tizard and Lydia Barron in 2015 after we identified a gap in the market for stylish, practical and fashion-forward changing bags that parents could genuinely feel excited about using. Guided by our own experiences as mothers, we set out to transform an everyday parenting essential into a globally recognised lifestyle brand while staying true to our original vision and values.
Motherhood has shaped every part of our journey. We launched Tiba + Marl while raising newborn babies and toddlers, balancing family life with the demands of building a business from the ground up. Our experiences as parents continue to inspire our product design, helping us create solutions that genuinely support modern families in everyday life.
We are especially proud that our wider Tiba + Marl team is made up entirely of parents. We have built a flexible and understanding working culture that supports school runs, inset days, maternity leave and the realities of family life because we know firsthand how important that support is.
Supporting parents has always been central to our brand ethos. We champion inclusivity, sustainability and modern parenting values through our products, imagery and campaigns. We were one of the first changing bag brands to embrace gender-neutral designs, recognising that parenting is shared. We also work with charities including Little Village, donating bags and accessories throughout the year, alongside supporting local refugee charities and women’s refuges.
Being mothers as well as co-founders is not just something we are proud of — it is the foundation of Tiba + Marl and the driving force behind everything we do.
