A perfect blanket for your child – what to have in mind during selection?

Choosing the right blanket for the baby is not as easy as it may seem. Apart from aesthetics, you need to pay attention, among others, to the material and size. What else is important? Below you will find some useful tips for choosing the perfect blanket.

Selection of baby blankets in shops is wide. They are all made of different materials, have various sizes and patterns. A blanket is indispensable both for babies and for the majority of older children. Therefore, to choose the right one we need to consider the age of the child – a blanket perfect for a five-year-old not necessarily will be a right fit for a baby.

Select the right size

It is evident that a blanket should not be too large nor to small. The right size of the blanket will make it comfortable for use. If we are looking for a cover for a baby, we should look for something small. A small, light blanket will be perfect when covering our baby in bed, in a crib, sling or in a stroller. A blanket sized 65x75 cm should be enough. Such a blanket will perfectly wrap your baby, not occupying much space, allowing for free movement of small hands and feet.

As the baby grows you will have to look for a larger blanket, preferably sized 75x100 cm. It will come in handy during colder days in a stroller and it will be a perfect cover for a three- or four-year-old when they watch TV bed-time stories or nap.

A blanket sized 100x135 cm will be perfect for a junior. Such a blanket is large enough to be used in preschool during naps and can serve as a duvet or cover for a bed.

Soft and nice to the touch blanket

Another feature to which one must pay attention when looking for a blanket is the material it is made of. Children – no matter their age – love soft, delicate materials you can cuddle with. The material should be of high quality for it not to lose its softness after washing. One of such materials is Minky fleece – not only it is soft to the touch, but also it is flexible thanks to which it can be nicely arranged. Cotton is also worth recommending as it provides the necessary level of breathability.

The blanket should be safe for use from the very first days of the baby’s life. High quality of material is an important factor when it comes to the child’s health, no matter its age. All blankets available at Fun with Mum website were made of high-quality materials. One side of the blanket is made of original Minky fleece while the other side is made of 100% colourful cotton. Inside, there is a fluffy hypoallergenic filling that ensures warmth and breathability for your baby.