Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves - Scratch Sleeves for Babies and Kids

My baby scratches her face all night. What helps?

Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves cover her hands, wrists and arms, so silk touches her face instead of her fingernails. Pair them with short, smooth nails and your usual skin routine. If her skin is weeping, bleeding or getting worse, see your GP or child health nurse.

Why do my baby's mittens keep coming off?

Most mittens rely on a cuff around a tiny wrist, and babies wriggle free. Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves work differently. One piece sits across the shoulders like a shrug, with a mitten at the end of each sleeve. There's no wrist elastic and nothing loose to pull off.

My toddler scratches until he bleeds. Will these stop the itch?

No clothing stops the itch itself. Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves are designed to reduce the damage scratching does, giving his skin a better chance to settle while you follow his treatment plan. One mum, Michelle T., wrote that they saved her son from waking in a bloody mess every night.

Do scratch sleeves help a baby with eczema sleep?

Less scratching often means fewer wake-ups, for your baby and for you. Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves stay on through the night and keep silk between her hands and her skin.

Are these suitable for newborns?

Yes. Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves come in newborn to 6 months, 6 to 12 months, 1 to 2 years, 3 to 4 years and 5 to 6 years. The soft bamboo blend and silk mittens suit delicate newborn skin.

My child is older than 6. Is there a bigger size?

The Eczema Mitten Sleeves go up to 6 years. For older kids, teens and adults, the Bamboo Bubby Scratch Sleeve Top has fold-over mitten cuffs in a full top.

Why are the mittens silk?

Silk is one of the smoothest natural fibres against irritated skin. When the mittens close, 100% natural silk is what touches the face and body when your child rubs or scratches. Many scratch mittens use cotton instead.

Will they make my baby too hot?

The sleeves use a light, breathable bamboo and organic cotton blend, and they cover only the arms, hands and shoulders. Dress your baby for the room as usual. Check the back of her neck or her chest to see she isn't too warm.

Can they go over creams?

Yes. Apply creams first, then put the Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves on, and the sleeves help keep the cream on the skin. They also go over cotton gloves or other sleeves, and over or under other clothing. Ask your GP or nurse before using them over wet wraps.

How do I put them on?

Slip one arm in, then the other, and settle the back across the shoulders like a little shrug. Fold the silk mittens over the hands for sleep, or fold them back for play. They go on over a bodysuit, pyjamas or a top.

Can my baby wear them during the day?

Yes. Fold the mittens back and little hands are free to play, eat and explore. Fold them closed for naps, car trips or whenever scratching starts. One piece works all day, so there's no hunting for lost mittens.

What are they made of?

The sleeves are 70% bamboo viscose, 25% organic cotton and 5% elastane. The mittens are 100% natural silk. Every piece is sewn as flat as possible to reduce rubbing.

Is there elastic at the wrist?

No. Nothing digs into sore skin at the wrist. The sleeves stay on because the back sits across the shoulders, not because of a tight cuff.

Are they safe for sleep?

Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves cover only the arms, hands and shoulders, so your baby's head and face stay clear. Follow Red Nose safe sleep advice as usual, and check the fit is snug but not tight.

Mitten sleeves or regular scratch mittens?

Regular mittens cover only the hands and often slip off. Mitten sleeves cover hands, wrists and arms, and stay on across the shoulders. For eczema on the face, arms or body, mitten sleeves give more protection. Our mittens vs sleeves guide compares them in full.

How are these different from other scratch sleeves?

Parents choose Bamboo Bubby for three things: 100% silk mittens, no wrist elastic, and an open/close design for day and night. Kelly designed them after her own son's eczema. Sixteen years on, they're the #1 Best Seller on Amazon US and AU.

Do I need the sleeping bag too?

No. The mitten sleeves work on their own, day and night. Some families use the sleeves by day and the Bamboo Bubby Baby Sleeping Bag with Scratch Sleeves at night, and save with the Day and Night Set.

What size should I buy?

Choose by age: newborn to 6 months, 6 to 12 months, 1 to 2 years, 3 to 4 years or 5 to 6 years. If your child is between sizes, size down. A snugger fit stays on better.

How many pairs do I need?

We suggest two or three pairs. Sleeves get washed often, especially with bedtime creams, so a spare covers wash day, daycare or Nan's house. Three pairs cost $105.16 and four cost $132.43, with free Australian shipping.

How do I wash them?

Machine wash warm, then line dry or tumble dry low. Cool iron, and no bleach. A fragrance-free detergent suits eczema-prone skin best.