Merino wool is wool from the merino breed of sheep. Merino has a natural, finer fibre than other sheep wool which makes softer, more comfortable clothing. The natural benefits of wearing merino wool clothing include: thermoregulation support (cools you down or warms you up as needed by managing moisture), antibacterial and anti-odour (less washing), durable, easy to wash and dry, lightweight, great for layering and travel, supports babies as they develop thermoregulation, scientifically proven to improve eczema and reduce skin irritation, fire retardant and it's biodegradable.

Is merino wool good for babies to wear?

Yes, merino wool is great for babies to wear. Merino wool is very different from traditional wool - it’s soft, breathable, and designed by nature to regulate temperature. That means your baby doesn't need to use as much energy to stay: Warm in cooler weather Cool when it’s warmer Comfortable all day and night Merino can be worn multiple times before washing, making life easier for busy caregivers.

Newborn Merino (0-3 Months)

Merino wool is scientifically proven to work with the body to not overheat, reducing one of the major risk factors of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Merino wool keeps babies warm when it is cold and cools them down when it is hot predominantly by managing moisture to keep skin dry and comfortable. As newborns are developing their ability to thermoregulate, merino wool can keep them warm and safe, naturally.

Also scientifically-proven to improve sleep and weight gain by Cambridge Maternity Hospital, newborns in merino wool aren't using as much energy to try to maintain a healthy body temperature.

Recommended by Plunket (New Zealand's largest support service for the health and wellbeing of babies and children), "Light merino wool blankets and wraps are perfect choices as they are breathable and help little ones maintain their body temperature."

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