Medical research at Cambridge University has shown that when babies lie directly on lambswool their activity rate is lowered, producing a deeper and more restful sleep. Wool also absorbs more moisture and perspiration than any other material, which helps to keep the baby safe and comfortable, as well as providing necessary warmth during cold weather. However, traditional lambswool skins necessitate the slaughter of the animal in question, and they are difficult to wash, slow to dry and expensive. An alternative to this is the Snuggle Wool blanket from Green Baby. Snuggle Wool blankets are made from 100 per cent pure, fine wool from Merino sheep in Australia and New Zealand that has been hygienically sourced and treated. The wool is collected and then sewn on to an unbleached cotton flannelette backing. The blankets are cream in colour, measure 65 x 87cm and should be washed in cool water with a mild soap. Hot water washing is unnecessary due to the fact that fibres in the wool naturally inhibit bacterial growth. The blanket can be tumble dried on a low setting. Priced 35.99, or 42.99 for organic cotton backing. * Telephone 0207 226 4345
Medical research at Cambridge University has shown that when babies lie directly on lambswool their activity rate is lowered, producing a deeper and more restful sleep. Wool also absorbs more moisture and perspiration than any other material, which helps to keep the baby safe and comfortable, as well as providing necessary warmth during cold weather. However, traditional lambswool skins necessitate the slaughter of the animal in question, and they are difficult to wash, slow to dry and expensive. An alternative to this is the Snuggle Wool blanket from Green Baby. Snuggle Wool blankets are made from 100 per cent pure, fine wool from Merino sheep in Australia and New Zealand that has been hygienically sourced and treated. The wool is collected and then sewn on to an unbleached cotton flannelette backing. The blankets are cream in colour, measure 65 x 87cm and should be washed in cool water with a mild soap. Hot water washing is unnecessary due to the fact that fibres in the wool naturally inhibit bacterial growth. The blanket can be tumble dried on a low setting. Priced 35.99, or 42.99 for organic cotton backing.
* Telephone 0207 226 4345
