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Baby cardigan in merino wool – Zouzou ecru -
Baby cardigan in merino wool – Zouzou taupe -
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Baby cardigan in merino wool – Zazou pink -
Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité ecru & blue-grey Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité ecru & blue-grey
Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité ecru & blue-grey
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Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité pink & blue-grey Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité pink & blue-grey
Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité pink & blue-grey
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Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité pink & taupe Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité pink & taupe
Merino wool baby cardigan set – Complicité pink & taupe
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Baby cardigan in merino wool – Dadou ecru
Frequently Asked Questions about Newborn Cardigans
What is a newborn cardigan and what is it used for?
A newborn cardigan is a small knitted garment designed to gently cover a baby’s upper body.
It is typically made with a wrap-front opening or back buttons, allowing you to dress your baby without pulling clothing over the head — which is especially important in the first days.
Its main role is to provide a soft extra layer of warmth, essential during the first weeks when babies cannot yet regulate their body temperature effectively.
Worn over a bodysuit, it helps keep the chest comfortably warm while adapting to the baby’s movements.
A newborn cardigan is one of the key pieces in a baby’s first wardrobe, offering comfort, softness, and reassurance from day one.
Why are merino wool newborn cardigans recommended by maternity wards?
Natural materials are often preferred for newborn clothing because they offer softness, breathability, and thermal comfort.
Not all baby garments are equal — the quality of the fabric plays a key role in a newborn’s comfort.
Our newborn cardigans are knitted from extra-fine merino wool, known for its exceptional softness and its natural ability to regulate body temperature.
Merino wool is particularly suitable for babies thanks to:
- natural temperature regulation
- excellent breathability
- softness for sensitive skin
- flexible knit that moves with the baby
These qualities make merino wool newborn cardigans a trusted choice from the very first days.
How many newborn cardigans do you need?
For the first days, it is generally recommended to have 3 to 5 newborn cardigans.
Newborns are changed several times a day, and it is common to need a clean garment after spit-ups or diaper changes.
Having several cardigans on hand makes it easier to dress your baby while always keeping them comfortable and warm.
As one of the essential pieces of a newborn wardrobe, the cardigan provides a soft and reassuring layer during the first weeks.
What size should you choose for a newborn cardigan?
In the first weeks, choosing the right size mainly depends on your baby’s build at birth, especially their weight.
The average birth weight of a newborn is around 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs). At this stage, newborn size may fit for the very first days, but it often becomes too small quite quickly.
Based on common size guidelines:
- 1 month size generally fits babies around 4 kg (8.8 lbs)
- 3 months size is suitable for babies around 5 to 6 kg (11–13 lbs), or for those who grow quickly in the first weeks
For this reason, it is recommended to plan for two complementary sizes: 1 month and 3 months, allowing you to adapt easily as your baby grows.
In practice, many parents choose to start directly with size 1 month — or even 3 months — for greater comfort and longer wear from the very beginning.
For smaller or premature babies (around 2 to 2.5 kg / 4.4–5.5 lbs), specific sizes may be required.
It is best to choose a slightly flexible cardigan that can naturally adapt to your baby’s movements.
A knitted cardigan, especially in merino wool, offers natural stretch, allowing it to be worn for longer while gently supporting your baby’s growth during the first weeks.
How do you wash a merino wool newborn cardigan?
Merino wool cardigans require gentle care to preserve the quality of the fibers.
At Mistricotine, our merino wool is treated with a superwash finish that prevents felting during washing.
This allows garments to be machine-washed at 30°C (86°F) using a wool or delicate cycle with a suitable detergent.
To maintain the shape and softness of the knit, it is recommended to dry the cardigan flat after washing.
Newborn cardigans in 100% merino wool, Made in France.
An essential for the hospital bag, the baby cardigan provides soft, breathable warmth from the very first days. Designed especially for newborns, it supports baby with comfort and freedom of movement, both at the maternity ward and at home.
Its extra-fine merino wool knit respects delicate skin while ensuring natural thermoregulation. All our pieces are knitted in France — a craftsmanship that guarantees refined finishes and lasting quality over time.
