Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Long Sleeve Top and Pants Pajama Set - Eczema Sleepwear

My son scratches his arms and legs all night. What will help?

Cover the skin he scratches most. The Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set pairs a long sleeve top with fold-over mitten cuffs and footed pants, so his hands, arms, legs and feet sit under soft bamboo all night. Keep his nails short and stick with his usual skin routine. If his skin is weeping, bleeding or getting worse, see your GP.

My child pulls off mittens and socks every night. Is there something that stays on?

Yes. The mittens and the feet are part of the pyjamas, so there is nothing separate to pull off. The mitten cuffs are sewn into the sleeves and fold over the hands at bedtime. The pants have fully enclosed feet, so socks aren't needed. One set does both jobs, and nothing ends up lost under the bed.

My daughter wakes up scratching, and then neither of us sleeps. Will pyjamas help?

No pyjamas stop the itch itself. The Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set helps reduce scratching damage by keeping her hands covered and her skin out of reach. Less damage often means fewer wake-ups for both of you. The breathable bamboo blend also suits kids who wake up hot and itchy, as long as you dress her for the room.

My 7-year-old says mitten pyjamas are for babies. How do I get him to wear them?

Show him the cuffs folded back. With the mittens open, the top looks like a regular Midnight Blue pyjama top. Fold the mittens over at lights out, once he's in bed. The set comes in sizes up to 11-12yr, so it's made for big kids too. Many older kids scratch in their sleep without knowing.

What ages does the Kids Pyjama Set fit?

The Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set comes in six sizes: 1-2yr, 3-4yr, 5-6yr, 7-8yr, 9-10yr and 11-12yr. Each size covers a generous two-year band, so one set lasts longer as your child grows. If your child sits between two sizes, or is tall for their age, choose the bigger size.

What is the pyjama fabric made of?

Both pieces are 70% bamboo viscose, 25% organic cotton and 5% elastane. It's the same super-soft blend as the sleeves on the Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves. The bamboo feels smooth on sensitive skin. The organic cotton adds strength, and the elastane gives a little stretch so the fabric moves with your child.

Will footed pyjamas make my child too hot?

The bamboo blend breathes well, and the feet are the same fabric as the legs, not a thick sock. Dress your child for the room, and use lighter bedding on warm nights. Check the back of the neck or the chest to see your child isn't too warm. Heat often makes itchy skin worse.

Is the top the same as the Kids Scratch Sleeve Top?

Yes. The Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set is the Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top for Kids plus the Bamboo Bubby Bamboo Footed Pants for Kids, sold together in one size. You get the same fold-over mitten cuffs, the same enclosed feet and the same bamboo blend. Buy the pieces on their own if your child needs a different size top and pants.

How do the mitten cuffs on the pyjama top work?

Each sleeve ends in a mitten cuff. Fold it over the hand at bedtime and the hand sits inside soft bamboo. Fold it back in the morning and the hand is free for breakfast and play. It's the same fold-over design as the Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves, with the closed mitten in the bamboo blend instead of silk.

Can my child wear the pyjamas over creams?

Yes. Put creams on first, then dress your child. The top and footed pants of the Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set help keep cream on the skin instead of rubbed onto the sheets. Follow your GP or nurse's advice on which creams to use, and ask them before using pyjamas over wet wraps.

How do I dress my child in the set?

The top pulls on over the head, with no buttons or press studs against the skin. The pants have an elasticised waist and fully enclosed feet. Step the feet in first, pull the pants up, then pop the top on. Fold the mitten cuffs over the hands once your child is in bed.

Are the footed pants slippery on the floor?

They can be. The feet are plain bamboo with no non-slip soles. Like socks, they slide on timber and tiles, so take care with toddlers and new walkers. Add slippers for walking around the house, or keep the footed pants for bedtime. Size up rather than down so the feet don't stretch tight.

Is the fabric gentle enough for sore, sensitive skin?

The Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set is soft and smooth, with no polyester, fleece or scratchy texture against the skin. Bamboo Bubby has made bamboo clothing for eczema-prone skin for 16+ years. If your child's skin is cracked or weeping, ask your GP how best to dress it at night.

Is the set safe for my child to sleep in?

It's close-fitting pyjamas with nothing loose in the bed. There are no separate mittens to come off and no socks to lose. The mitten cuffs cover only the hands, so your child's face stays clear. Choose the right size so the feet don't bunch, and dress your child to suit the room temperature.

Pyjama set or mitten sleeves: which does my child need?

It depends on age and where the eczema is. The Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves have silk mittens and fit newborn to 6 years, and suit face and arm eczema. The Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set fits 1 to 12 years and also covers legs and feet. Some families use the mitten sleeves by day and the pyjama set at night.

How do bamboo pyjamas compare with regular cotton pyjamas?

Bamboo viscose feels smoother and softer than most cotton, and it breathes well. Regular cotton pyjamas often have rough cuffs and prints, and they leave wrists, hands and ankles bare. This set adds organic cotton for strength and elastane for stretch, then covers the hands and feet as well.

How is this different from other eczema pyjamas?

Most eczema pyjamas stop at the wrists and ankles. The Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Set has fold-over mitten cuffs and fully enclosed feet built in, so nothing separate gets lost. Kelly designed the Bamboo Bubby range after her own son's eczema. It has been Australian designed and owned for more than 16 years.

Which size pyjama set should I buy for my child?

Choose by age: 1-2yr, 3-4yr, 5-6yr, 7-8yr, 9-10yr or 11-12yr. If your child is between sizes or tall for their age, size up. A roomier fit sits softly on the skin and won't pull over sore patches. Kids sizes go by age, as there is no measurement chart for them.

How many pyjama sets do we need?

Two sets is easiest: one on, one in the wash. Creams and warm nights mean pyjamas get washed often. Two Bamboo Bubby Kids Bamboo Pyjama Sets also takes your order over $99, so shipping within Australia is free. Under $99, shipping is a flat $12 in Australia and $15 to New Zealand.

How do I wash the pyjamas?

Machine wash warm on a gentle cycle. Line dry or tumble dry low, and use a cool iron if needed. Skip bleach and fabric softener. Softener coats bamboo fibres and dulls their softness over time. A fragrance-free detergent suits eczema-prone skin best. Wash new pyjamas once before the first wear.