Why Merino Wool is Such a Great Choice For Kids Tuesday, July 27, 2010

We all feel the cold and often come down feeling sick as a result of it. Many adults are prone to coughs and colds at least twice a year, but it's our wee kids that are mostly being affected.

From the moment our kids are born, they're susceptible to an array of illnesses and infections. Their bodies have literally no defence mechanism in place and because their bodies haven't become exposed to the elements. Apart from various injections, there's very little that can be done to prevent a lot of cases of sickness among babies.

However when it comes to coughs and colds, it tends to be the 2 - 8 year olds that are biggest casualties. As soon as kids start kindergarten a whole new element of sickness appears. Other than keep them home from kindergarten or school when another kid is sick, there's not a lot a parent can do to avoid their kids getting sick.

Catching colds is common and often unavoidable with kids, but when it comes to keep them warm, dry and protected from the weather, there's plenty that can be done. The best solution is merino wool clothing.

Merino wool is regarded as today's miracle clothing fibre. Merino sheep are mostly found at very high altitudes and often at below zero temperatures. The reason they're so resilient is because of their merino wool fleece. This natural fibre has a similar affect on kids, as well as adults. Super soft against the skin, merino wool is perfect for kids, in that it's insulating and breathable, meaning kids stay at the optimum temperature in the coldest, nastiest weather.

With the world becoming transfixed with things that are naturally healthy for the body and the environment, merino wool clothing for babies, kids and adults is a big player in the clothing market. As long as there are merino wool sheep, there will never be a shortage of people dressing themselves in what is perhaps the world's most popular natural fibre clothing option.

Jenna Butler is the co-owner of Sweet Cheeks, a NZ online retailer that stocks 100% merino baby clothing. From merino tops and bottoms to sleeping bags and beanies, Sweet Cheeks has almost every kids merino clothing item you need.