Considerations for Choosing stroller footmuff
Material
Material Aspects
It is best to use windproof and waterproof fabrics: Since it is a product for outdoor use, special functions are required for the fabrics.Filling that is environmentally friendly PP cotton is the preferred ,it’s soft and comfortable, friendly to children’s delicate skin, free of chemical components, can avoid children’s sensitivity or discomfort, and has good air permeability, so children won’t feel stuffy when using it. This is the top choice for the material of stroller sleeping bags.
Other materials for special needs: If the stroller footmuff is used in relatively cold weather, you can also consider using a sleeping bag with a mixed material of duck down (such as goose down, etc.) for the front panel of the footmuff. However, make sure it meets the safety standards and avoid children being allergic to the materials in it.
Size and Shape
Appropriate size
Choose according to the child’s age and body shape: If the footmuff is too large, it may wrap around the child when the child moves, affecting the child’s freedom of movement in the pushchair and even covering the child’s mouth and nose, which may bring risks; if it is too small, the child will feel cramped, which is not conducive to the child’s comfortable sleep and activities. For example, for a younger baby, the size of the sleeping bag should allow the child to stretch his or her limbs a little inside but not be too loose; for an older child, factors such as height and build should be considered when choosing a sleeping bag with an appropriate length and width. There are obvious differences in the size requirements of sleeping bags for children aged 1 – 2 years and those aged 3 – 5 years.
Compatibility with the stroller: Besides considering the child’s own size, attention should also be paid to the compatibility of the footmuff with the pushchair. Ensure that the footmuff will not be too bulky after being put into the stroller, which may affect the normal use of the stroller, such as whether it will hinder the folding and unfolding of the pushchair and whether it will make the child uncomfortable in sitting or lying positions in the stroller.
Shape design
Conform to ergonomics: Choose a sleeping bag with an ergonomic shape design. For example, a sleeping bag with a certain curvature that can fit the curve of the child’s body will make the child more comfortable whether sitting or lying in the stroller Some footmuff have special support designs on the back, which can better protect the child’s spine.
Design for convenient movement: If the child has movement needs in the stroller, such as turning over and kicking legs, a split-leg sleeping bag may be more suitable, so that the child’s leg movements will not be restricted; for younger babies who are less likely to move, an integrated sleeping bag can also meet the needs and may have better warmth retention.
Design and Functional Details
Zipper design: The zippered sleeping bag is convenient for putting on and taking off. It is best to choose a two-way zipper. In this way, when the child is sitting in the pushchair, it will be more convenient to pull the zipper from the bottom up for operations such as changing diapers, and the zipper pull should be rounded to avoid scratching the child.
Easy to clean: The sleeping bag is easy to get dirty during use, so choose a sleeping bag that is easy to clean, such as a machine-washable sleeping bag, and it should not be deformed or fade easily after washing.
Safety Aspects
Comply with OEKO-TEX safety standards: Choose a pushchair sleeping bag that complies with national safety standards to ensure that there are no harmful substances left, such as formaldehyde.
