Children, as a rule, love winter very much and are looking forward to its arrival. But their parents, the cold season raises the question of choosing suitable children's clothing that will protect them from wind, snow and frost. And when the boys and girls frolic in plenty on the slides and in the snowdrifts, spring comes with unchanging streams, puddles and rains, to meet which the child also needs to be properly equipped.
Warm and dense things cope with this task, but they pose a new problem for mothers - outer clothing has to be washed very often. Fortunately, modern manufacturers have long found an ideal option for all of the above requirements - a children's membrane jumpsuit. Depending on the model and material, it will be a lifesaver for parents both for the winter and the offseason.
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 jumpsuit 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. Those kids who are still more likely to sit in the stroller will get a little early to get such clothes - it is better to insulate them in a more familiar manner.
Some parents mistakenly believe that a membrane is called a heater, thanks to which these overalls get their unique properties. In fact, this is not so. A membrane is a special film, characterized in that it does not pass moisture and water from the outside, while maintaining heat inside.
Benefits
- Being essentially not an insulating layer, but a high-tech film, the membrane functions according to the principle of a thermos. When a child dressed in a membrane jumpsuit comes out of the cold from a warm apartment, he will not freeze - the membrane will carefully keep the heat. And vice versa - going home from the street, the baby will not sweat: a favorable microclimate is created inside the overalls.
- The moisture resistance of the membrane is 80 percent. The best part is that this value is practically not reduced even after frequent washing. It is this layer that violates the stereotype familiar to most parents, according to which any warm thing should be denser and thicker by default. A thin membrane copes with this task no worse than fur coats - and at the same time it does not get wet and repels dirt, thereby reducing the likelihood of a cold.
Models
For the smallest fidgets who already walk on their own, but have not yet had time to appreciate the charm of long games in snowdrifts or sandboxes, as well as letting boats sail in streams, experienced parents recommend purchasing a continuous jumpsuit.
In it, the baby will be reliably protected from wind and rain, walks in the fresh air will become your favorite tradition.
For boys and girls of four years and older, another variety of outerwear made of a membrane becomes semi-overalls. If you put it on with the usual warm jacket, the risk of getting dirty at the bottom of the street outfit is several times higher. Therefore, the jacket will have to be washed much less often, but the high pants on the straps, which are called semi-overalls, will dry much faster than a continuous jumpsuit.
Winter models from the membrane are also presented in several variations:
- whole;
- separate;
- semi-overalls.
Separate overalls are a very profitable purchase, because you can make several street looks from one set. For example, a combination of trousers 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, have height adjustment. Thus, these things are not for one season only - they will “grow” with the child for several years.
Brands
It has long been known that the Scandinavians are one of the main masters producing the highest quality and most modern winter items. In the case of membrane overalls, the palm is rightfully owned by Finnish brands such as Reima, Valianly or Lassie.
These companies sew attractive overalls, the appearance of which captivates children, and mothers love them for their waterproof and dirt-repellent properties. After an active walk, it is enough to wipe the jumpsuit with a damp cloth and it will look like new!
Membrane overalls of the Chinese brand Kalborn are budget, but very high-quality things. Despite the fact that they sew clothes in China, the fabric for it is developed using technology from Japan and may well compete with the market leaders in its properties.
Parents' reviews suggest that the overalls of this company show themselves well in extreme cold.
Crockid coveralls are one of the most popular on the market. They use light, durable and breathable insulation of a new generation, and models are designed for children from birth to elementary school.
This brand produces wonderful and original colors every season, and the styles of these overalls are designed to make it convenient for parents to wear a child, and the baby himself feels free and comfortable, not freezing even in the cold.
The Norfin brand specializes in winter clothing for harsh conditions - long-term outdoor activities, active winter sports, leisure activities such as fishing or hunting. The company transferred all the advantages of its clothes for adults to the line of children's clothes.
How to choose?
First of all, based on the age of the child.Kids 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 it is cold or blowing, it is better to take care of this yourself by pulling up the hood, cuffs and waist to fit his size.
For children who are more than one and a half years old, it is better to buy jumpsuit with straps. So the child will be more comfortable exploring the world - if the clothes are large or small, the craving for new discoveries will be significantly reduced. Therefore, you do not need to buy clothes “for growth” and wear them for two or three seasons. Tucked up legs and sleeves cause discomfort and prevent movement.
It is important that the jumpsuit has glued seams that exclude blowing and reliable zippers and other accessories. It’s good if there are protective inserts on the elbows and knees, because the baby in any case will fall somewhere. Make sure the hood is deep enough to put on a winter hat.
How to wash?
Membrane clothes are washed in a washing machine at a minimum temperature, and instead of a powder that clogs the membrane, a special gel should be used. At the same time, do not wash products often. It is enough to wipe the overalls from simple pollution with a damp cloth or brush it. More serious dirt can be washed off locally under running water.
Important: you can not actively wring out such overalls, twisting them. After washing, squeeze the product slightly, and then wrap it with a moisture-absorbing cloth and leave to dry away from heaters.
What to wear under the jumpsuit for a child?
There are some requirements that should be worn for a child. When it’s cold outside, it is important that there are two layers of clothing under the overalls. The first is a T-shirt or a synthetic t-shirt. This is important for proper thermoregulation. The second layer will be responsible for creating the air gap. Thermal underwear made of fleece is ideal.
Do not wear wool or terry clothing under the jumpsuit. By themselves, these materials are warm, but in this case they will create a bath effect.
Reviews
Almost all parents agree that membrane jumpsuits are a great solution for winter. Among the disadvantages are called only the relatively high cost of products. But at the same time, in each review there is information that membrane clothing is of high quality and high indicators of wear resistance and comfort for the child.
Most often, parents indicate the optimal membrane feature for any climate - the baby in it will not freeze, but it will not sweat.