Buying anything for newborn babies and kids can feel like you’re chasing your tail. Sometimes you pick a winner; other times, it doesn’t go well.
For a baby, trying to communicate grown-up emotions is impossible, so in the end, it can feel like a situation of your guess is as good as theirs.
However, the beauty of the internet age we live in means that we can tap into the minds of millions of parents worldwide who have experienced the highs and lows of raising young kids, making life a little easier for parents on their first time around.
Today, we will look at pyjamas for babies and kids - particularly what to look out for to ensure you buy high-quality and high-comfort nightwear for your child and minimise any discomfort they (and you) might face with things like sleep.
Pyjamas for Babies and Kids
Pyjamas keep you comfortable and warm and seek to provide the best sleep environment for a good night's rest. With babies and kids' pyjamas, you want your child to feel snug, safe, and comfortable.
There are so many types of babies' and kids' pyjamas out there to choose from, but ultimately it will boil down to comfort, the materials, shape and size, and the price point. Personal choice is also a determining factor.
If you think of high-quality, it generally raises concerns about how much things will cost, but it doesn’t have to be like that. Sometimes purchasing something that initially costs more upfront can be offset by the durability and use you will get from the product, meaning that over time, buying high-quality goods might work out cheaper.
But then you need to consider how fast babies and kids grow, so buying a long-lasting product might feel like setting your money on fire every 6-12 months, constantly buying things to keep up with the growth of your young one.
As you can see, a lot goes into buying things for infant sleepwear. And you can easily get confused by information overload, so let’s break it down into some simple tips to think about the next time you are looking to buy high-quality pyjamas for your baby.
What to Look Out for When Buying High-quality Pyjamas for Babies and Kids
Quality Material
Buy the right material for your baby, and they’ll love you. It goes without saying, but how the fabric feels will make your infant comfortable. Imagine sleeping in itchy, poor-quality material to save a few dollars. No thanks!
Promoting the best environment for your child is worth spending a little extra to get a fabric that helps them settle and feel comfortable. In addition, it helps to regulate temperature as infants cannot properly regulate their body temperature.
We recommend a merino wool blend material that will be soft to the touch. So when buying the right type of baby or kid's pyjama, pay close attention to how it feels and the materials that go into making the garment, and you’ll make the right choice.
Sizing
Like most babies and infant wear, they will grow up before you realise it. That’s why it’s important not to buy for the size they are now but to buy something they can grow into.
We recommend buying a pyjama at least one size up from its actual size to allow for growth. But this will ultimately depend on your baby and their individual needs. If you need bigger, go slightly bigger again, but it’s important not to buy clothes that will hang off your child as it could pose a hazard during sleep.
Resale value
As we discussed above, babies and kids will grow out of their clothes quicker than you can imagine, so when buying a garment that might only last a year at the very most, think about the item's resale value as it could be worth something to someone else.
With the abundance of re-sale sites online and the global issue of wasted clothing ending up in landfill, you might be able to recycle your infant’s high-quality pyjamas to another parent at a good price. The buyer can buy something a bit cheaper while not skimping on quality, and you can recoup some of your costs, which can then go back to buying the next product as your child grows.
Re-selling is a win-win for the buyer and seller and a positive way to close the loop on waste.
Merino & Me Pyjama and PJ range
Restless nights are a thing of the past with our range of baby & kids merino pyjamas and PJs. Our Woolbabe range is made from a super soft blend of merino and organic cotton.
Woolbabe's unique fabric feels like 100% cotton but contains 30% merino wool. The merino helps regulate your little one's temperature throughout the night and will suit various temperatures.
The fabric washes beautifully and feels soft and comfy, perfect for wearing alone or in a sleeping bag. In addition, these will not itch or irritate your baby's sensitive skin!
Our range includes pyjamas and PJs to suit any climate and change in season, so your young one is always comfortable.
The fabric is easy to wash and will feel soft and comfy - even after multiple washes and use.
We’re confident that our Woolbabe babies and kids’ pyjamas are so comfortable your little one won't want to take them off.
Give Your Baby the Best Night Sleep
Merino & Me offers an adorable selection of Merino and cotton blended pyjamas for babies and kids to keep your baby comfortable in any climate. Our range of options means there’s a style just right for them!
Not only are our pyjamas and PJs carefully designed to create a positive association with sleep and comfort that helps to develop good sleeping habits, but they are also super cute!
So if you’re looking for a high-quality garment made from the right stuff, we recommend our Woolblend range of pyjamas and PJs for your little one. Not only will they feel great, but they’ll also look great.
Merino & Me is a wee family business run by sisters. We take great care in our work and pride ourselves on stocking the best quality and unique merino and wool baby items.
