Baby blankets: why are they important and how to choose them?

Comfortable sleep for babies is unimaginable without a comfortable blanket. This functional blanket not only envelops you in warmth and coziness, but often also becomes a way to calm your baby. Soft and beautiful baby blankets they are pleasant to the touch of little fingers and do not irritate the skin. This is why it is very important to choose the product that best meets your needs. The choice on the market is really wide and, among the abundance of products, your head can spin. Specialists of the textile house «TavoSapnas» provide the most useful information, which will help you not only choose the most suitable blanket for sleeping, but also properly care for it, so that the purchase will make you happy for a long time.

Why are children’s plaids so important?

We spend almost half of our lives sleeping. This is a very important process during which the body not only rests, but also prepares for a new day. For children, this process is even more important. After all, children learn new things every day, hear various sounds and absorb all the information around them. It is during sleep that these things are processed, assimilated and the child prepares for new challenges. Quality, restful sleep is also very important for children’s immune systems. After all, a rested body will fight viruses and diseases better.

One of the most important elements of quality sleep is a properly selected cover. Baby blankets it often also performs several functions: it prevents freezing during sleep and helps you calm down. It is difficult for newborns and young children to fall asleep and calm down. Therefore, the soft and pleasant to the touch blanket becomes a kind of relaxation. Often, by touching the corner of the blanket with their hands, children calm down and gradually fall asleep. For some newborns, blankets become an integral part of sleep, they are brought to guests when they start attending nursery and so on.

Manufacturers offer baby blankets of various materials and textures. They can be of different types, designed for different seasons or universal. It is also important to pay attention to the properties of the material. The most popular choices in the «TavoSapnas» online store are several:

• • Merino wool blankets they are among the most useful for children. These are blankets made from sheep’s wool of the highest quality and structure. Wool is famous for its unique properties. It is hygienic, does not accumulate bacteria and prevents their reproduction. Due to its structure, it is wool that performs a natural micromassage and improves blood circulation. Merino wool blankets guarantee quality sleep for children. They keep you warm but prevent you from sweating. The fabric itself is light and pleasant to the touch, breathable and elastic. It is thanks to these properties that merino wool rugs are durable and easy to maintain. Blankets can be knitted with merino wool yarn or made from the wool itself. These blankets are known for their warmth, making them ideal for cold weather. Since the material lets the skin breathe even in hot weather, babies do not roll over while sleeping.

• • Cotton blankets so there are natural compositions, but somewhat thinner coatings. These are the most suitable children’s blankets for the summer period. Cotton is a quality and durable material. It lets the baby’s skin breathe, does not shrink and, given its lightness, is particularly suitable for higher temperatures. Cotton does not cause allergies, does not irritate the skin and does not electrify.

• • Plush blankets (polyester). they are extremely delicate, versatile and easy to care for. They are lightweight, convenient to use in various situations, both when putting the child to sleep in the pram, and when traveling in the car or visiting guests. Soft plush covers It will come in handy for swaddling the baby or covering him for a nap. Due to their softness and softness, these blankets are particularly loved by children. Often these blankets represent children’s dreams, because they are not only beautiful to touch, but also to hug their faces.

Plaid: how to choose when the offer makes your head spin?

So that the extremely large offer of different blankets does not make your head spin, you need to think carefully about which blanket your child needs most. Maybe it’s worth getting a few different ones? For example, one for warm weather and one for everyday use, travel or smaller to fit in the stroller.

Specialists of the textile house «TavoSapnas» advise customers to pay attention to the main criteria that will help them purchase a children’s blanket:

Material. The most important thing to pay attention to is whether the baby is not allergic to some component of the blanket. Quality cotton is the least allergenic and does not irritate sensitive skin and the like. And if you want warmth, to ensure naturalness and healthy sleep, it is better to choose merino wool blankets. They prevent the growth of bacteria. Furthermore, wool has the ability to activate blood circulation. It’s also worth considering where and when you will use the blanket. It’s important to you that it’s super warm or light and things like that. It is the selection of fabric that will be one of the most important aspects when choosing a blanket for a baby.

Quality. Baby blankets must meet extremely high quality standards. This will allow you to choose a product that will not only be durable, but will also ensure that no dangerous chemicals and heavy metals were used in the manufacturing stages of the fabric. It is important to note that the blanket should be made taking into account Oeko-Tex standards requirements. Then you will have the peace of mind that the little ones will have a safe product to use.

Measure. Consider and estimate how tall your child is and where you will want to use the blanket. To cover a baby lying in the stroller, you will have to choose blankets of smaller sizes, which can be specially sewn to individual or standard measurements of prams. If you are raising a larger child, you will need a slightly larger blanket.

Project. For children, not only the functionality and high quality of the plaid are very important, but also the fun look, colors and the like. If the child is already an adult, his opinion can be asked. Even children of several years already have a clear opinion.

It is also worth thinking about covers with a non-traditional design. If the child is restless, constantly lies down, freezes during sleep, it is worth thinking about purchasing a sleeping bag. These baby blankets are pulled over the head, have armholes or long sleeves. In such a sleeping bag, newborns and children up to three years old can sleep comfortably, and parents will not have to worry about their children freezing or getting entangled in their beds. A cover of this design ensures quality sleep and safety.

How to care for the plaid so that it lasts a long time?

Baby blankets must be durable and easy to maintain. After all, children often accidentally stain and spill blankets. So the blanket must withstand these tests. Blankets made from different materials require different care. Here cotton products can be washed in the washing machine, but only at low temperature. This washing method is also suitable for plush blankets. Wool blankets require a little more care. It is recommended to wash them on delicate wool mode, do not dry them in the dryer, do not iron them. For some wool blankets, dry cleaning may be recommended. In order for the chosen children’s plaid to last a long time, it is best to read its care recommendations and follow them.

However, if you are not sure which blanket to choose for your child, contact the consultants of the TavoSapnas.lt online store, who will not only answer all your questions, but will also help you find the right product that will satisfy both parents and little ones.