The tiniest babies are the most vulnerable and need all the care and love and comfort they can possible get. This little set of a hat, scratch mittens and socks is a great start, and will keep tiny ones warm and cosy while they work on growing bigger and stronger. Hand knit in a blend of acrylic and nylon that is designed specifically for babies, available in four cute little designs and a wide range of colours.While acrylic fibres can release microplastics into the environment, wool and cotton yarns aren’t always the best choice for items meant for babies and toddlers. Wool fibres are brittle and easily broken. These wool fibres can then be inhaled and settle in the lungs causing breathing problems for very young children. Cotton is great for light weight clothing made for warmer weather, but it is quite rough against sensitive skin compared to acrylic and blended yarns designed for babies. To help combat the problem of microfibres I would suggest washing clothes made with acrylic yarn in a laundry bag to catch the fibres. If in doubt please consult your doctor or child healthcare professional.
