When you think of newborn clothes, bamboo isn't the first thing that strings to mind as a soft and cuddly item to make infant clothing from, right? However, bamboo is fast outshining organic cotton as a great, natural alternative for baby clothing made from sustainable fibers.

Curious exactly how sustainable bamboo is? Technically a grass, it grows quickly, requires zero chemical fertilizers and can be harvested in 4-years. Growing bamboo actually improves soil and minimizes erosion unlike other textile crops. One acre of bamboo will yield ten times more harvest than cotton. The bottom line is that because of these pluses, bamboo can be a very economical choice for newborn clothes.

Bamboo is a natural anti-bacterial which means clothing made from bamboo fibers will stay fresher and odor-free longer. Hypoallergenic properties of bamboo make it ideal for your newborn's delicate skin. Another skin protection factor that comes with using bamboo in your newborn clothes choices is natural UV protection with over 98% of harmful UV radiation.
           
Newborn clothes made from bamboo are also softer than cotton, giving a softer and silky sense of touch. The breathability factor of bamboo is also a plus for your baby. Baby clothing using bamboo is able to keep your baby cool and comfortable in the summer and warmer than cotton in the winter.

There are also a large number of organic cotton and bamboo blends appearing on the market for newborn clothes. Baby clothing made from this blend will bring the best of both worlds to your little one in the form of softness, durability, hypoallergenic and UV protection.
           
Those are just a few of the benefits of bamboo. As you shop for newborn clothes, keep the eco-friendly and sustainability of this amazing plant in mind, your baby will reap the earth-friendly and baby-healthy benefits of bamboo.