Bike blankets for newborns
A newborn baby needs warmth even in summer, since babies have imperfect mechanisms for regulating body temperature. But some parents, trying to protect the child from hypothermia, wrap him up so that overheating occurs - an equally dangerous condition.
The baby should be comfortable, not hot, so from the first days it should be dressed in things made of natural, soft, breathable fabrics. This also applies to bedding. The baby will not need a pillow soon, but a fleece blanket will be necessary. Among the abundance of modern materials, it stands out for its 100% natural composition and amazing softness.
Few facts about the origin of the fabric
Biker fabric has a long history. It was first mentioned in 1668. For tens of centuries in a row, it has been used for sewing underwear for children, blankets and diapers. In blankets from a bike, parents walked their children in the distant 40s, and, after so many years, modern dads and mothers do the same.
This is because the bike is endowed with many advantages that allow it to remain popular against the backdrop of a mass of innovative fabrics for sewing baby blankets. There is no point in competing with bike fabric because of its impressive characteristics.?
Thanks to them, bike things will never disappear from the everyday life of families where small children grow up.
Characteristics of children's models
In the past, there are times when blankets from a bike were produced in several colors and did not differ in a variety of patterns. The current bike blankets are produced using new technologies, so now it is possible to choose a product according to individual preferences.
It is definitely worth purchasing such a blanket, because it:
- Lung. Even the smallest and fragile baby will feel comfortable under it.
- Soft. The fabric is tactilely pleasant for the delicate skin of the newborn. Small soft villi do not cause irritation and allergies, do not roll, do not break off. There is no risk of lint getting into the respiratory tract and on the mucous membrane of the mouth and eye of an infant.
- Warm. Suitable for walking on a cool summer evening and will replace blankets at home.
- Long lasting. The dense fabric is highly durable and allows the blanket to be used for decades. Multiple washes will not affect the quality of the fabric. After several years of service, the fabric remains soft and colorful, the product retains its original form.
- Affordable. Buying a fleece blanket is affordable for a family with a modest budget, and the purchase will serve for more than one year. Often it is passed down by inheritance to the next newborn in the family and even passed on to grandchildren.
- Unpretentious. Does not need special conditions for washing and drying. The automatic machine will cope with any dirt on the bike fabric.
- Colorful. Looks great on its own, you can save on buying a duvet cover. The range of colors makes it possible to choose a suitable theme for a child of any gender and age category.
- Universal. You can use the blanket in the crib, in the stroller, in the arena, lay it on the floor for the games of an older baby. It is convenient to take with you on trips, as it does not take up much space, does not wrinkle and heats well without causing sweating.
- Bike - a fabric that perfectly permeates air, so prickly heat will not appear on the baby's body.
Dimensions (edit)
Previously, the industry observed uniform GOSTs in production, and now manufacturers are free to independently determine what the product will be. At domestic factories, there are various lines, most of which are imported, which differ in the metric system. Thus, the buyer has a choice of matching blankets. On sale are mainly children's blankets of the following dimensions: the minimum width is from 80 cm, the maximum is 120 cm, with a minimum length of 100 cm and a maximum of 140 cm.
The product is selected taking into account the length of the crib, the parameters of the growth and weight of the baby, his age or the size of the bed linen.
If you buy a blanket exactly according to the child's height, it is likely that in a dream it will roll and slide, but even under a blanket that is too large, sleep can become uncomfortable. It is better to take measurements of the crib or stroller before buying and ask the seller in the store to choose the optimal size of the blanket. Bike products are inexpensive in cost, so it is more convenient to buy different options for walking in a stroller and using while sleeping at home.
Fabric structure
The continuing popularity of bike blankets is primarily due to their composition. Bike fabric is 100% natural cotton. Under the bike, the child's sleep will be the most comfortable and childishly careless.
When choosing a blanket from a bike, you must carefully study the information about the composition of the product. Today, some manufacturers add viscose to the bike, combine it with wool and other fibers. All additives must be shown on the label.
In a bike blanket, up to 5% of foreign additives are allowed, otherwise it can no longer be considered that the fabric used for manufacturing is a bike.
Of course, the addition of wool makes the blanket warmer, but with such fiber in its composition, it can no longer be considered hypoallergenic.
Viscose imparts great hygroscopicity and shine to the fabric surface. It is more suitable for the layout with a bike in baby blankets, since its fibers are made from natural wood.
Bike blanket with viscose fiber is in no way inferior in quality to a 100% cotton analogue. Viscose dyes well and gives products elasticity, which is why manufacturers like it.
On sale you can also find jacquard children's fleece blankets, which differ in a special way of weaving. A simple bike is dyed ready-made using safe and permanent dyes. And for weaving jacquard fabric, multi-colored fibers are used. The result is a clear drawing and textured surface.
Correct care
To preserve the original qualities of the flannel fabric and to avoid shrinkage and discoloration of the fabric, it must be properly looked after. There are no difficulties with this. On the contrary, everything is extremely simple:
- Washing at a temperature not exceeding 40C.
- Spin the product at minimum speed.
- Ironing a bike with a non-hot iron - up to 150 C.
- Eliminate the use of bleach.
- Wash preferably with a fragrance-free liquid detergent for colored fabrics.
- Strong stains require a gentle wash beforehand.
- Follow the manufacturer's recommendations according to the directions on the bike product label.
- Do not tumble dry or direct sunlight.
Price
The price of the bike blankets is set by the manufacturers and the trade organization. Products of well-known brands are sold at a higher price, while their products do not have unique differences from their cheaper counterparts.
The average cost of a colored blanket 110x140 cm is about 500 rubles, for a plain or traditional checkered design they ask for 50 rubles less. A blanket from a well-known company will cost a couple of hundred more, for example, products from OTK or Ermoshka of the same size cost 650-680 rubles. There are blankets for 850 rubles per unit and more expensive options.
Manufacturers
Today one of the most famous manufacturers of children's bike blankets can be considered the Kaluga enterprise "Ermolino".Barely inferior to him in popularity, TM "Shuiskie", offering a large number of models of different colors and sizes. Parents trust in products from Ivanovo, a well-known manufacturer of bike blankets, offering each model in 6 sizes. Domestic manufacturer Veletex also produces high-quality bed linen from a bike.
The prices for bike blankets for newborns do not differ much, as well as the quality features of the products.
A bike is a material for all times and retains its characteristics with any production technology.
Parents' reviews
Bike blankets are praised by our parents and grandmothers, they also note that a modern bike is in no way inferior to the one from which things were made for children decades ago. Young mothers appreciate the bike for its versatility - the ability to use it everywhere and all year round. Grandmothers love her as a tribute to tradition.
Older children note the unique softness and tenderness of the fabric, they like to sleep under a bike blanket in summer and winter. The bike linen can easily replace the towel after swimming. It is convenient to lay it on the changing table, to shelter the child on trips, to take it with you to family picnics, to the clinic. A blanket from a bike can serve as intended not only for your children, but also for their descendants.
Reviews of this product are extremely positive and even enthusiastic. Every caring mother must have a bike blanket in her baby care arsenal.
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