Children, as a rule, are very fond of winter and are looking forward to her coming. But their parents cold season poses the question of choosing the appropriate children's clothing, which will protect them from wind, snow and frost. And when the boys and girls frolicked enough on the hills and snowdrifts, spring comes with unchanged streams, puddles and rains, to the meeting with which the child also needs to be properly equipped.
Warm and dense things cope with this task, but they put moms in front of a new problem - they very often need to wash outerwear. Fortunately, modern manufacturers have long found an option that perfectly meets all the requirements listed above - baby membrane overalls. Depending on the model and material, it will be a magic wand for parents for the winter and the off-season.
What?
Membrane overalls are a type of outerwear for a child, in which he will not freeze, but at the same time he will not sweat. Such a suit will protect its young owner from snow and rain, puddles and snowdrifts.
The target audience of membrane overalls is “self-propelled”, actively moving and running children. For babies who are more likely to sit in a stroller, it will be a bit early to buy such clothes - it is better to warm them in a more familiar manner.
Some parents mistakenly believe that the membrane is called insulation, thanks to which these overalls get their unique properties. In fact, it is not. The membrane is a special film, characterized in that it does not allow moisture and water outside, while maintaining heat inside.
Benefits
- Being inherently not a warming layer, but a high-tech film, the membrane functions according to the principle of a thermos. When a child dressed in a membrane overalls comes out of the warm apartment to frost, he will not freeze - the membrane will keep heat warm. And vice versa - after going home from the street, the baby will not sweat: a favorable microclimate is created inside the jumpsuit.
- The moisture resistance of the membrane is 80%. The most pleasant that this value practically does not decrease even after frequent washings. It is this layer that breaks the stereotype common to most parents, according to which any warm thing should be denser and thicker by default. A thin membrane copes with this task better than a fur coat - and at the same time it does not get wet and repels dirt, thereby reducing the likelihood of a children's cold.
Models
For the youngest fidgets, who are already walking independently, but have not yet had time to appreciate the beauty of long games in snowdrifts or sandbox, as well as launching boats on streams, experienced parents recommend to buy a one-piece jumpsuit.
In it, the baby will be reliably protected from wind and precipitation, walks in the fresh air will become your favorite tradition.
For boys and girls of four years and older, another type of membrane outerwear, semi-overalls, is becoming relevant. If you wear it in a set with a usual warm jacket, the risk of getting dirty at the bottom of the street attire is several times higher. Therefore, you will have to wash the jacket much less frequently, but tall pants with straps, which are called semi-overalls, will dry much faster than a one-piece jumpsuit.
Winter membrane models are also presented in several variations:
- whole;
- separate;
- semi-overalls.
Separate overalls - the acquisition is very profitable, because of one set you can make several street looks. For example, a combination of pants from overalls and a warm jacket or fur coat is ideal for the coldest days or long walks in the park.
Pants in separate overalls and semi-overalls, as a rule, are adjustable in height. Thus, these things are not for one season - they will “grow” with the child for several years.
Brands
It has long been known that the Scandinavians are one of the main craftsmen producing the highest quality and modern winter clothes. In the case of membrane jumpsuits, the palm is rightfully owned by Finnish brands such as Reima, Valianly or Lassie.
These companies sew attractive overalls, the appearance of which fascinates children, and mothers love them for their water resistance and dirt-repellent properties. After an active walk overalls enough to wipe with a damp cloth, and it will look like new!
Membrane overalls Chinese brand Kalborn - budget, but very high-quality things. Despite the fact that they sew clothes in China, the fabric for it has been developed according to the technology from Japan and it can easily compete with the market leaders in their properties.
Reviews of parents say that the overalls of this company perfectly show themselves in the bitter cold.
Crockid coveralls are one of the most popular on the market. They use lightweight, durable and breathable insulation of a new generation, and the models are designed for children from birth to junior school.
This brand every season produces wonderful and original colors, and the styles of these overalls are designed to make it easy for parents to dress the child, and the baby himself feels free and comfortable, not freezing even in the cold.
The Norfin brand specializes in harsh winter clothing, such as long-term outdoor activities, active winter sports, leisure activities like fishing or hunting. The company transferred all the advantages of its clothing for adults to the children's clothing line.
How to choose?
First of all, based on the age of the child. Toddlers who still do not know how to walk will feel more comfortable in overalls, where each element is regulated by ties. Since the child cannot say that he is cold or blowing, it is better to take care of this on his own by pulling up the hood, cuffs and waist to his size.
For children who are more than one and a half years old, it is better to buy a jumpsuit with straps. So it will be more comfortable for the child to explore the world - if the clothes are big or small, the craving for new discoveries will be greatly diminished. Therefore, it is not necessary to buy clothes for “growth” and wear them for two or three seasons. Rolled up legs and sleeves cause discomfort and interfere with movement.
It is important that the overalls have taped seams, excluding blowing and reliable zippers and other accessories. Well, if there are protective inserts on the elbows and knees, because the baby in any case somewhere falls. Make sure that the hood is deep enough to put on a winter hat.
How to wash?
Membrane clothing is washed in a washing machine at a minimum temperature, and instead of powder that clogs the membrane, a special gel should be used. At the same time you can not wash items often. It is enough to wipe the overalls from simple dirt with a damp cloth or to clean it with a brush. More serious dirt can be locally washed away under running water.
Important: it is impossible to actively squeeze such overalls, twisting them. After washing, slightly wring out the product, and then wrap in a moisture-absorbing cloth and leave to dry away from heating devices.
What to wear a jumpsuit child?
There are some requirements in accordance with which it is necessary to dress the child. When it is cold outside, it is important that there are two layers of clothing under the jumpsuit. The first is a T-shirt or synthetic shirt. This is important for proper thermoregulation.The second layer will be responsible for creating the air gap. Ideal for a fleece underwear.
It is not necessary to wear woolen or terry clothes under overalls. By themselves, these materials are warm, but in this case will create the effect of a bath.
Reviews
Almost all parents agree that membrane overalls are a great solution for winter. Among the shortcomings are called only the relatively high cost of products. But at the same time in each review there is information that the membrane clothing has high quality and high levels of durability and comfort for the child.
Most often, parents indicate the membrane feature that is optimal for any climate - the baby does not freeze in it, but it does not sweat.