How to choose the best one wool for babies

For centuries the yarn par excellence, wool is the best choice for newborns and their layette. Let's see what characteristics it must have and why it is such a precious fabric.

Surely you remember that photo where you are all “wrapped up” in woolen clothes (how much time has passed!). Maybe when you see it again it makes you smile and you will be wondering why your mother had dressed you up like a doll back then.

We'll tell you a secret, you'll do the same with your baby! The reason is simple: a mother always knows what's best for her little one, and of all fabrics , wool is the most suitable for their delicate skin.

At Nannafrufrù, we recommend using blankets and dresses in pure extra fine merino wool for your children. This is a fine yarn with a thousand qualities that will envelop them in a warm and reassuring embrace.

Merino wool for newborns: characteristics

The classic sheep wool has been used since time immemorial and appreciated for its qualities. First of all, it is a completely natural yarn, therefore free of all those chemical substances that could cause allergies.

But that's not all! This fabric has several characteristics that make it suitable for making a layette for a newborn. In fact:

1- Soft

Merino wool has very thin fibers , even able to bend when in contact with the skin. The sensation of softness that it gives to the skin is incomparable and your child will feel pampered and safe.

We certainly can't remember it, but when we were little it was wonderful to be wrapped in a warm and comfortable blanket. And we're sure you want your little one to have this wonderful experience too, right?

Shop our 100% merino wool blankets for cot and crib, available in different color variations.

2- Hygroscopic and breathable

Another feature that makes wool one of the best fabrics for newborns is that it is able to store moisture up to three times its specific weight, and release it only when needed. 

This way, sweating is not hindered, but at the same time the skin remains dry. This will also prove particularly useful when children start playing outdoors and never stay still!

3- Thermoregulator

Another very important aspect is the ability to regulate body temperature , protecting it from the bad temperature changes that often occur in the mid-seasons.

This is because the fibers of sheep's wool are curly in shape and can compress heat, acting as an insulating layer. The result? Your children will stay warm in winter and cool in summer, and will not suffer from extreme temperatures.

4- Practice

Have you ever thought about when your baby will start crawling? Wool is also excellent in this case, thanks to its elastic mesh that will accompany him in the discovery of the world without hindering his movements.

What is the best wool for newborns?

When you go to choose blankets, onesies and hats for your newborn baby, the first advice we give you is to focus only on natural and certified fabrics . In a world now populated by synthetic materials, it is important to raise our children in a safe environment for health.

In this regard, on the Nannafrufrù website you will find items made of 100% extrafine merino wool, which for us is the most suitable for the sensitive skin of a small child. It is a very precious yarn that we purchase from a highly selected Italian supplier.

The quality of the fabric is guaranteed by the OEKO-TEX certification , which ensures 

• the naturalness of the product 
• the total absence of dyes and chemicals that could cause allergic reactions.

Not only that: in this way, you also do good for the environment because you avoid polluting with toxic elements that are not present in nature. Our merino wool for newborns is therefore a yarn that is truly unique in its kind and that will accompany your baby throughout his growth.

We're sure that at this point you can't wait to "wrap him up" and take a picture of him just like your mother did with you!

Here we talk in detail about our certified merino wool and how much care we put into creating our garments.

Among the materials to avoid is raw wool. Although it is a natural fabric and keeps you warm during the winter, it is definitely too rough for the sensitive skin of children. We don't like it, let alone them!

Maintenance and cleaning

To complete the picture of the quality of our yarns, we wanted to leave for last the advice on how to wash your baby's clothes and keep them always as new. In fact, we want to offer our customers products with maximum practicality and long use.

One thing you may not know is that wool has an effective antibacterial action . The fibers are not smooth like in synthetic fabrics, but arranged in a “tile” shape. This ensures that bacteria do not nest inside the fabric, which is extremely important for the health of your little ones.

The particular arrangement of the fibers also keeps bad odors at bay and limits the absorption of stains in a natural way. It is therefore a self-cleaning system that has no equal and that will allow you to not have to wash your wool blankets and all their clothes too aggressively.

In fact, it will be enough to follow a few precautions for the care of the garments:

• Hand wash them in warm water, using a mild detergent. It only takes a few minutes, no need to soak them!
• Do not bleach them or use detergents that contain active whiteners (they are too aggressive and could cause irritation)
• Do not wring or twist the clothes: they will deform and the child will no longer be able to wear them.
• Drying on a horizontal surface: this is the simplest method and will preserve the natural softness of the wool without stressing the fibres.