Parents often buy their baby's first beanie as an afterthought. Then it lives on the baby for 6 months. Here's the proper way to think about it.
When to Use a Beanie
From birth indoors (yes, even in summer for newborns — they can't regulate temperature yet), on every pram walk in winter, and any time the room is under 20°C. Remove it for sleep to prevent overheating.
Sizing — By Age
Newborn–3 months: 36–40 cm head circumference
3–6 months: 40–44 cm
6–12 months: 44–46 cm
12–24 months: 46–48 cm
Most Woolly Wonders beanies are stretchy enough to span 2 size brackets, so you don't need to replace them every few months.
Material — Hand-Knit Wool vs Cotton vs Fleece
Hand-knit wool = best temperature regulation and longest-lasting. Cotton = best for summer indoor wear. Fleece = cheap but pills and overheats in pram. Pick hand-knit wool as the main beanie and one cotton cap as a summer backup.
Style That Actually Matters
Pom-pom and character beanies photograph well, but the most useful feature is a snug brim that doesn't slip over the eyes. All our beanies have a stretchy ribbed brim.
The bottom line
Buy two hand-knit beanies at birth — one neutral (cream), one with personality (pom-pom or character). You'll use both every week for a year.
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