Winter envelopes in the stroller: a variety of materials and tips on choosing

Every mother tries to give the baby the best. This is reflected in care, love and protection from external factors. With the arrival of cold weather, the question arises of choosing a winter envelope in the stroller. In the modern market of similar products you can find a lot of options for every taste and budget. However, the choice of such a product has its own nuances.

The concept of "winter envelope" is associated with the appearance of the product intended for wrapping the baby from the cold. Outwardly, it is a kind of warm diaper, the unfolding of which in its classical form is a rectangle. More advanced models differ in the complicated design, have sleeves and a hood. Depending on the type of product, it can have a hard bottom and serve not only as a warm cocoon that protects the baby from cold. Some varieties involve carrying a baby.

Envelopes are designed to meet existing standards and safety standards. The child is comfortable and free in them. Such products do not imply tight swaddling, they can be transformable, which is convenient when the child is very small and allows you to quickly wrap it in an envelope. The kid will not have time to get scared, because there is no need to thread the product through his head. It is enough to put the child on the envelope and close the cocoon.

Winter models of envelopes in a pram differ from summer and demi-season counterparts in the degree of warming. In most cases, there is fur inside them. For this reason, some of them do not fit in the car seat and may cause some discomfort. We have to take into account the size of the stroller, as well as its type.

Such products are presented in wide assortment in the modern market. Parents have the opportunity to choose a model for a girl or boy, taking into account the different shades of winter envelopes. If you wish, you can buy an envelope of a neutral color, for example, orange, turquoise, yellow. You can choose the option that will be combined with a touch of the stroller. Sometimes parents take into account the effect of color on perception.

In the production of such products using materials on natural and synthetic basis. Natural textiles are considered more environmentally friendly and warmer, so most parents prefer just such product options. Along with natural fabrics for winter envelopes, they use high-quality synthetics with water-repellent properties. It eliminates the risk of allergies and rubbing of delicate baby skin. Top textile is not electrified, does not change the structure and does not creak in the cold.

For hard bottom models use polycarbonate. Textiles of the top can be polyester, nylon, microfiber, velveteen or thick cotton raincoat with water-repellent impregnation. Flannel or fur can be used as a lining between insulation and top textile.

Both insulation and any other envelope material undergo special treatment without the use of chemicals. Therefore, the materials are harmless to the delicate skin of the baby.

Today, trademarks responsibly address the issue of environmental friendliness of raw materials, offering high-tech fillers for envelopes (for example, purified cotton) to the attention of buyers. So that the filler does not leak out of the envelope after washing, manufacturers pack it in special fixing bags. At the same time, during the production process, the filling passes and is cleaned under pressure. Inside the envelope, trademarks use a different heater.

Australian merino wool, as well as faux fur and medical sheep skin, are often used for insulation. In addition, in the production of fluff, sintepon and mikropuh. Each type of material has its own characteristics and is suitable for certain climatic conditions of the region. For example, fluff is good in any cold; in such an envelope, the kid is not afraid of any temperature outside. The weight will not weigh down the product, and even at a temperature of -40 the baby will not freeze inside the warm cocoon.

However, indoors, a child in such an envelope will be hot. For this reason, parents often prefer insulated products on sheepskin fur. These options warm the baby due to the "dry" heat, so overheating in them is excluded. A synthetic winterizer cannot be called the best insulation, since after the first wash it will be knocked together, it will simply not be in some places in the envelope, which cannot be said about the fur equivalent.

In addition, it is not so warm that it is especially noticeable in winter in windy weather. A good analogue of natural fur insulation is bamboo fiber. It is easy to wash, it has high warming performance and is safe for the baby. Such a product is not inferior in performance not only sheepskin, but also a down envelope.

To date, all existing varieties of children's envelopes in the stroller for the winter can be divided into several types.

• With a hard bottom. Modern version, produced under certain models of wheelchairs, including those for children's sleds. Depending on the type of stroller equipped with special fasteners (seat belts, clasps).

• Envelopes bags. Original design and convenient to use products. Can be fitted with a coconut fiber backrest to support the correct position of the spine. Well retain heat, but have age restrictions on use.

• Products-overalls. The top of such envelopes resembles the usual overalls, however, their lower part is deaf (without legs). This is an alternative to the envelope-bag with the difference that it does not hinder the movement of the child so much, frees the baby's hands and allows the use of the year.

• Transformers. The product is based on a jumpsuit, in which the trouser legs are combined with a zipper. As the child grows up, the zipper can be revealed, which will ensure maximum freedom for the baby.

• Futmuffs. These products are designed for children up to a year. They are remarkable in that they can be worn over the jumpsuit. Such products can serve as an additional protection for babies from wind and cold in wheelchairs, in which there is no cover for legs. The products are interesting, but when putting them on winter overalls can create difficulties in placing in a wheelchair.

• Envelopes, blankets. Such products can be used not only as a warm cocoon. If desired, they can replace warm bedding under the back of the baby. This will extend the service life and additionally warm the bottom of the stroller.

In the manner of fastening, winter envelopes for babies can be on buttons or zippers. Convenient options are considered with two zippers. They allow you to wrap the baby quickly and do not interfere with the sleep of the child, if he fell asleep on a walk. Blankets can later be used as rug. They are useful when the baby learns to sit.

Such products can be made by hand, for example, by crocheting a model. It does not take much time and is quite capable of implementing the expectant mother in anticipation of the baby.

When buying a winter envelope in a stroller, it is worth considering several factors.

In theory, this product is intended for children from one year to three years. However, not every child who has mastered the skills of crawling and walking, will agree to quietly lie inside the cocoon. In most cases, such a product is more often used as an additional stroller weatherization. This should be reflected in the design features of the envelope.

The best product for newborns is a product with two zippers, transformed into a blanket and has a hood. Older children should not hold hands. However, the fabric should rest against the wrist so as not to let in cold air. If you plan to product for all three years, and the budget is limited, you can buy a variant-transformer with a detachable bottom and trousers. This will allow to wear shoes.

When the product does not provide for a complete transformation into a jumpsuit, we need envelopes with slots for seat belts. Preference is given to five-point options. When you buy should carefully inspect such a product: the holes should be protected with special valves from blowing. Sometimes on the shelves of stores you can buy envelopes with additional fasteners to connect with the stroller.

According to European standards, children's envelopes are simultaneously equipped not only with double-sided zippers, but also holes for belts.

The fastener system may be different. This will allow to navigate the weather and not to overheat the child when the severe frosts have passed. In a good envelope, you can detach the hood and fur lining. In addition, products can be additionally equipped with summer envelopes, winter blankets, warmed covers for a bottle of milk.

In addition, you should pay attention to a few nuances.

• The best covers of the envelope are fur and holofiber. Options made of wool and down are contraindicated for children who are prone to allergies.
• A quality envelope is not cheap. Such a product will lose its appearance after the first wash, which will affect the color and insulation.
• Children of the first year of life grow quickly. An envelope of 80-90 cm long is not suitable for a baby after a year of life.
• When buying a version with a hard bottom and carrying a certificate with compliance with the standards of fastening the product to a wheelchair or car seat is required.
• The best textile of the top is a fabric with water-repellent impregnation. Inside the product between the insulation and the fabric of the top can be fleece.
• The seams of the product should not create discomfort to the baby. Excluded their assembly, relief. Unnecessarily tight elastic bands or cuffs on the sleeves are unacceptable.

• Simplicity of care and practicality matters. Well, if the product can be washed in a typewriter. Light options make when the baby learns to walk, they will have to be replaced with products of more practical shades.
• If the budget allows, you can buy a version with a pillow under the head, which, if necessary, can be removed.
• As a budget option, you should pay attention to models that are adjustable in length as the child grows.
• In order not to run into a fake, it is worth making a purchase in a trusted store from the official supplier of a particular company. This will allow you to buy really cleaned fur or packaged synthetic filler, which will not be shaggy and fall on the face of the child, causing skin itching.

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