Friday, November 28, 2014

How To Select Newborn Beanies

By Ida Dorsey


Mothers put a great deal of thought into the clothing they buy for their babies. Comfort is a factor that should never be sacrificed in favor of style but today there are a variety of items that are warm, soft, functional and cute, ticking all the boxes. Newborn beanies help to keep that vulnerable little head protected and warm.

The head of a newly born baby is vulnerable to heat and cold as it cannot regulate temperature properly yet. The material chosen has to not only provide protection and be comfortable but air circulation is important too. This is why many mothers opt for natural materials.

The traditional rounded shape, stretchiness and flexibility of a beanie works particularly well in gently hugging a small head. Most of the shapes are basically the same but the difference comes in the colors, patterns and accessories. A knitted beanie with a close knit works well in cold weather and a crocheted one is better for warm weather because its weave is looser. A beanie has the added bonus of protecting the ears and some are even made with a visor for protection from the sun.

A rainbow of different colors are available. Mothers can select from single colors and patterns of all kinds using different colors. They can choose a color according to the gender of the baby but there are also many neutral options too. Fortunately these items are not too costly and this means that most mothers have items in various colors to go with certain outfits.

For special events like a christening or the first photo shoot a really special beanie can be selected. For example, a white one with a huge pink flower will make a baby girl look adorable for her very first photo shoot. Many of the better quality items are hand crafted using age-old techniques. Although the techniques used may have been around for centuries, the styles, patterns, colors and accessories chosen are modern.

When accessories like flowers, ribbons, ears or flaps with tassels are attached, a simple beanie is transformed into a real attention grabber. This can make the first photo shoot something really special. The photographs created can be proudly displayed and of course most new moms will want to post photos on social media sites.

Many online retailers supply these items today. Some products are of a better quality than others and mothers who are looking for top quality items usually go for hand crafted items which are also sold online today. On these sites, prices can be compared and images viewed of babies wearing the items.

These items come in a variety of shapes, styles, and colors to fit every parent and baby personality. Parents must consider the size of the baby, gender, climate, and the material used when making a purchase. A whimsical animal ear beanie or a crocheted vintage looking one with a beautiful flower not only protects the sensitive scalp from the sun and provides warmth but looks beautiful at the same time.




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