Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit - Bamboo Onesie for Sensitive and Eczema-Prone Skin

Bamboo Bubby by Nella Vosk was born out of desperation. My own little one had eczema, and after countless nights of broken sleep, scratched skin, and trying every cream and clothing brand we could find, I knew there had to be a gentler way to help babies like mine sleep through the night without scratching. So I created the original Bamboo Bubby Sleeping Bag.

Designed by a mum who'd been there, made from gentle bamboo with covered hands to help protect delicate skin while babies sleep.

If you're in the thick of it right now, I see you. I'm so glad you're here.

My baby's skin goes red and rough under some clothes. What should she wear?

Choose soft, breathable fabric with nothing rough against her skin. The Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit is 95% bamboo viscose and 5% elastane, with tag-free seams and a smooth inside finish. Keep up her usual skin routine. If her skin is weeping, bleeding or getting worse, see your GP or child health nurse.

My baby scratches her arms at night. Is a short-sleeve bodysuit enough?

On its own, a short-sleeve bodysuit leaves arms and hands bare. Pair the Nap Ninja with the Bamboo Bubby Baby Sleeping Bag with Scratch Sleeves, whose fully enclosed sleeves cover arms and hands all night. By day, add the Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves over the top, with silk mittens that fold back for play.

My baby gets hot and sweaty at night. What should she wear under her sleeping bag?

In warmer rooms, a short-sleeve layer is often enough under a light sleeping bag. The Nap Ninja's breathable bamboo pairs with the Bamboo Bubby Baby Sleeping Bag, a light 1 to 1.5 TOG. Keep her head and face uncovered, and check the back of her neck or her chest to make sure she isn't too hot.

Creams end up all over her clothes and the bedding. What helps?

Apply creams first, then dress her in the Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit. A close-fitting bodysuit helps keep cream on the tummy and back instead of the sheets. It's machine washable and easier to wash often than a whole sleeping bag.

What sizes does the Nap Ninja come in?

The Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit comes in NB-6M, 6-12M, 12-18M, 18-24M and 2-3 YR. If you're unsure, size up. Bamboo holds its shape well in the wash, and a slightly larger fit means longer wear between sizes.

Is it suitable from birth?

Yes. The NB-6M size fits from birth to 6 months. The soft bamboo viscose, smooth inside finish and tag-free seams suit delicate newborn skin from the first wear, with no rough labels at the neck. It comes in White and Grey, and the next size up is 6-12M.

What colours are available?

The Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit comes in White and Grey, in every size from NB-6M to 2-3 YR. Both colours layer neatly under the Bamboo Bubby Baby Sleeping Bag with Scratch Sleeves and the Eczema Mitten Sleeves.

Is it warm enough on its own?

It's a short-sleeve layer, made to wear on its own on warmer days. In cooler weather, layer it under other clothes or a sleeping bag. Dress your baby for the room, and check the back of the neck or chest to see your baby is comfortable.

How does it work with the Baby Sleeping Bag?

In warmer rooms, dress your baby in the Nap Ninja, then zip on the Bamboo Bubby Baby Sleeping Bag with Scratch Sleeves. The short sleeves sit under the bag's fully enclosed sleeves, which cover arms and hands. In cooler rooms, add a long-sleeve layer instead. The double-ended zip opens from the bottom for night nappy changes.

How does it work with the Eczema Mitten Sleeves?

Put the Nap Ninja on first, then slip the Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves over the top. The sleeves join across the back like a little shrug and cover arms and hands, with silk mittens that fold over for sleep or back for play. Together they cover the tummy, back, arms and hands.

How do nappy changes work?

The Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit closes with press studs. Undo them for a nappy change, then press them closed again. There's no need to pull the whole bodysuit off, which helps on sore skin and at 2am.

What is the Nap Ninja made of?

The Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit is 95% bamboo viscose and 5% elastane. The bamboo viscose gives a soft, breathable feel. The elastane adds gentle stretch, so the bodysuit moves with your baby and holds its shape in the wash.

Is it safe for sleep?

It's a close-fitting short-sleeve bodysuit with no hood, made to sit under a sleeping bag or other sleepwear. Dress your baby for the room, keep the head and face uncovered, and follow Red Nose safe sleep advice. Check the back of the neck or chest to make sure your baby isn't too hot.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

The Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit is designed for sensitive, eczema-prone skin, with soft bamboo viscose, tag-free seams and a smooth inside finish. It isn't suitable for babies with a known sensitivity to bamboo or elastane. Check the fabric content if you're unsure.

How is the Nap Ninja different from the Short Sleeve Eczema Baby Bodysuit?

The fabric. The Nap Ninja is 95% bamboo viscose and 5% elastane, in White and Grey, sizes NB-6M to 2-3 YR. The Bamboo Bubby Short Sleeve Eczema Baby Bodysuit is 100% cotton, in Light Blue, Pink and Grey, sizes NB (0-3M) to 24M. Choose the Nap Ninja for bamboo against the skin.

How is it different from a regular baby bodysuit?

Many baby bodysuits are cotton with a sewn-in tag. The Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuit is 95% bamboo viscose with stretch, tag-free seams and a smooth inside finish. It's also made to sit under the Bamboo Bubby Baby Sleeping Bag and Eczema Mitten Sleeves as one sleep set-up.

Nap Ninja or Mitten Sleeves: which do I need?

They do different jobs. The Nap Ninja covers the tummy and back in soft bamboo. The Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves cover arms and hands, with 100% silk mittens. If your baby scratches, the mitten sleeves cover the hands. Use both together, with the sleeves over the bodysuit.

Which size should I buy?

Choose by age: NB-6M, 6-12M, 12-18M, 18-24M or 2-3 YR. If your baby is between sizes, size up for longer wear. The Bamboo Bubby Eczema Mitten Sleeves work the other way: between sizes, size down for the sleeves, as a snugger fit stays on better.

How many do I need?

Three is a good start: one on, one in the wash and one spare for creams and nappy leaks. Three Bamboo Bubby Nap Ninja Bamboo Baby Bodysuits come to $119.85, which qualifies for free Australian shipping on orders over $99. Mix sizes and colours as you like.

How do I wash it?

Machine wash warm. Line drying is best, or tumble dry low. Cool iron if needed. No bleach, no dry cleaning and no fabric softener, which coats bamboo fibres and dulls their softness over time. A fragrance-free detergent suits eczema-prone skin best.