What is so great about bamboo fabric?
We’ve had several customers ask what all the excitement about bamboo fabric is, and I thought this was a fantastic question. Let me explain why this material is gaining so much attention and why it’s such a great choice, especially for preemies. Below are my top five reasons why bamboo fabric is so special. While these reasons aren’t listed in any particular order, I’ve put the softness at the top for a reason—you’ll understand if you’ve ever touched bamboo fabric. It’s incredibly soft, making it a perfect choice for sensitive preemie skin. While bamboo fabric can be harder to find and more expensive, I believe as demand grows, prices will come down and more options will become available.
1. Incredibly Soft
Bamboo fabric is one of the softest fabrics you’ll ever feel. Its luxurious texture makes it a perfect option for babies, especially preemies, who need the gentlest materials on their skin.
2. Naturally Antibacterial
Bamboo has natural antibacterial properties, which means it helps to keep your little one fresh and odor-free. This makes it an excellent choice for long-lasting comfort and hygiene.
3. Temperature Regulating
Bamboo fabric is powerfully insulating. It helps keep you cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, making it an all-season fabric. Its ability to adapt to different temperatures helps maintain comfort year-round.
4. Hypoallergenic
Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic, which means it’s unlikely to cause allergic reactions. It’s a great option for sensitive skin, especially for babies who might be prone to irritation from other fabrics.
5. Environmentally Friendly
Bamboo is one of the most eco-friendly fabrics available. It’s a sustainable, biodegradable material that grows quickly and requires no pesticides or fertilizers. By choosing bamboo, you’re helping to protect the planet while providing a safer, more sustainable option for your family.
For those interested in the finer details, here’s some more information on why bamboo is such a great fabric. Bamboo fabric is highly breathable, thanks to its micro-gaps, which provide better moisture absorption and ventilation. This helps keep the wearer cooler in hot weather and warmer in the cold. Additionally, bamboo fabric is UV protective, blocking up to 98% of harmful UV rays, which provides another layer of protection for your little one.
The process of making bamboo fabric is also chemical-free, leaving the fibers smoother and rounder with no sharp edges to irritate the skin. This makes bamboo fabric hypoallergenic and perfect for those with sensitive skin. The natural antibacterial and antifungal properties of bamboo come from an agent called Bamboo Kun, which allows the plant to grow without the need for pesticides. This beneficial property stays in the fabric, making it naturally antibacterial and helping to keep the wearer fresher for longer.
Taking care of bamboo fabric is simple—just wash it on a gentle cycle with cold or lukewarm water and either air-dry it or dry it on low heat to maintain its softness and longevity.
Lastly, bamboo is the most eco-friendly fabric on the planet. As a fast-growing grass, bamboo replenishes itself naturally and is completely biodegradable. It absorbs large amounts of carbon dioxide and produces oxygen, making it vital for a healthy environment.
Bamboo fabric offers many benefits, making it a wonderful choice for both comfort and sustainability, especially for preemie clothing!
All I know is I LOVE bamboo, Perfectly Preemie started their bamboo line a few years ago and parents and nursing staff love it. It is incredibly soft, heavier weight fabric and the flannel lining, and NICU-Friendly options make these styles perfect.
Here are a few of the new styles from Perfectly Preemie's Bamboo Bliss line:
