Choose cotton pyjamas for kids for comfort, safety, and durability. Soft texture suits sensitive skin, while sustainability and easy care benefit both child and environment.

6 reasons material matters when choosing kids’ pyjamas

As important as it is for the design of pyjamas to appeal to children, their material is equally as significant – if not more so! Comfort is king when it comes to childrens’ bedtime routines, and a big part of ensuring their comfort is investing in kids’ pyjamas made of great quality material. In this blog, we look at 6 of the main material factors to consider when choosing a new pair of pyjamas for your child.

• Comfort
• Texture
• Quality and Durability
• Safety
• Sustainability
• Easy Care

Comfort 

First is, of course, comfort. Everyone likes to be comfortable before heading to bed, but especially children. They are often of the disposition to be easily distracted and disgruntled by uncomfortable clothing – whether that is because the clothes are too tight, too thick, or made of a harsh material such as polyester. 

When choosing kids’ nightwear, stretchy, light, and breathable materials are optimal. Cotton ticks all these boxes – making it the ideal material for children’s pyjamas.

Pictured: Our bright and bold girls’ yellow two-piece pyjama

Texture 

An important aspect of pyjama comfort is texture. Children can be particularly reactive to fabric texture and, if not found to be comfortable, this can easily disrupt their sleep quality. It is vital to optimal sleep quality that children’s pyjamas have a soft feel against their skin. Cotton is a natural material, making it ideal for sensitive skin, and HIM n HER pyjama ranges are a blend of 96% cotton and 4% spandex for extra comfort. 

Children with autism and texture particularities can also have increased sensitivity to clothing – including protruding labels rubbing against their skin; therefore, it may be worth considering a style without the standard sewn-in labels on the neckline – such as our HIM n HER unisex long-sleeve children's pyjama range.

Quality and Durability

Cotton fabrics are known for their durability and longevity, making them a practical choice for busy parents and curious kids! Investing in a couple of quality pyjama sets for your child will, of course, mean regular washes; choosing pyjamas made predominantly of high-quality cotton ensures they will last longer and stand up against the cycles.

Safety

Safety should be a top priority when selecting a new set of children’s nightwear. To ensure this, it is a good idea to opt for sleepwear fabric which is 100% natural. Cotton is a great choice, as it is gentle and hypoallergenic – especially if your child has sensitive skin or a skin condition like eczema.

Other pyjama fabrics can be much harsher on the skin. Polyester, for example, releases thousands of microplastic particles - which are harmful to children's sensitive skin and inhibit temperature regulation. All HIM n HER children’s pyjamas are made wholly of quality cotton.

Pictured: Our cool Unisex Arctic Plain Blue Short Sleeved Pyjamas

Sustainability - Environmentally Friendly

Choosing cotton pyjama sets helps to look after the health of your child, but also that of the environment. As a biodegradable, renewable resource, cotton is also friendly to the planet! However, it is prudent to make sure it is grown sustainably using natural fertilisers – like the cotton used in our kids' pyjama ranges.

You can find top tips on how to stay sustainable when it comes to children’s clothing in our blog exploring sustainable practices of ethical kids' clothing!

Easy Care

Everyone loves the fresh feeling of a clean pair of pyjamas, but some children’s pyjama materials weather the washing machine better than others. Opting for machine-washable kids’ nightwear, like our ranges, makes life a lot easier and lets the child you care for enjoy the comfort and cleanliness of freshly washed pyjamas more often.

It is advisable to wash our cotton pyjamas at low temperatures, which could save you money on your energy bill as well!

These are just a few reasons why material matters - and cotton is a great choice - for children’s nightwear. Have you checked the label of your child’s current pyjama set to see what material it is and the effects it can have on their health? Switching to quality, cotton pyjamas is kind to their skin and the planet! 

Are you ready to switch to the best material for children’s nightwear and gift the child you care for a good night’s sleep? If so, discover our collection of cotton children’s pyjamas and make bedtime a breeze!