Guide: Getting ready for preschool days

Preschools tend to be warm inside and unpredictable outside. The easiest approach is a soft base layer, a cosy knit mid-layer and something easy to pull off and on. Avoid anything with complicated closures – little hands will have to learn to manage on their own (it is appreciated by preschool staff too).

Preschool days go through clothes at a rate that surprises most parents. Mud, paint, lunch – sometimes all before 10 o’ clock. If your child has a favourite piece, get a second one. It means less laundry stress, and there is always something the child feels good in.

Choose fabrics that feel good from morning to afternoon play. Organic cotton and certified wool feel soft and comfortable to wear, whether the day is spent reading indoors or playing outside.

Preschool is just the beginning. Garments should grow with the child, or get passed on when the time comes. Newbie is designed with exactly that in mind: timeless enough to wear for years, well-made enough to survive them. Less buying, more wearing.

A little piece of home can bring comfort during the first preschool days. Bringing a favourite teddy, comfort blanket or another soft little companion can help children feel safe and familiar in a new environment.