All you need to know when choosing pyjamas for baby boy
Newborn boys’ pyjamas, or the best gift for baby
It’s a boy! The happy news is out and it’s time for you to meet this new little chap. But what will you get him among the tons of baby paraphernalia available out there?
You could look at it this way: what will be at the centre of his parents’ concerns? Sleep, pure and simple. According to NHS guidelines, a baby up to six months of age needs fourteen to sixteen hours’ sleep a day. Seeing how much time baby will spend in slumberland, boys pyjamas is the outfit he’ll wear most.
You won’t be there at 3am to help, but your present will bring comfort to the new family. So here are a few pointers to help you get the best welcome gift for him:
Nice and snug
Baby boy may already be a little boisterous by day. Chances are he is also moving quite a lot in his sleep. Then make sure there are no loose parts of material dangling or wide-fitting sleeves. Keep any such outfit for the fancy dress box. A few pairs of tight-fitting boys pyjamas and he will remain snug as a bug the whole night through. Extra hours of sleep guaranteed for the whole family.
Handy fasteners
When looking through many cute boys pyjamas it’s easy to forget this garment will go through many a nappy change. Best to make sure the press studs are positioned strategically! Running down the front or between the legs is what you want to look out for. This will make night-time waking duty a breeze.
Look closely at the quality of the garment, as any thin fabric may start to rip around the fasteners after a few wears. Better invest in a long-lasting item rather than end up having baby’s parents replace the item after a few weeks. Take a checklist with you so they don’t have to!
The best for his skin
Read the label to check what materials will be in contact with baby’s skin. Go for natural fabrics. 100% cotton is ideal as it lets baby’s skin breathe. Babies dislike some fabrics. Polyester fibres may feel itchy around the seams and cause baby to scratch. Cotton however should be a safe bet. It’s soft to the touch and gentle with a newborn’s delicate skin. Added quality assurance such as Oeko-Tex Standard is a plus, as it guarantees no chemical treatments have been applied. Choose boys pyjamas that leave out irritants altogether and gift him a safe and cosy night’s sleep.
Go green
If you’ve followed these easy steps, you will have landed a gift that is kind to baby and to the planet. Quality boys pyjamas with sturdy fasteners will be saved for baby brother or as a keepsake. Carbon footprint crunchers here we come!
With little room for baby to get entangled and natural fabrics, baby’s outfit is less likely to catch fire. So baby and his parents can sleep safe and sound.
Your choice will have a positive impact on his world as he grows up. What more beautiful way to show him, and his parents, that you care.
