Merino Cardigan
Merino Cardigan
SKU:SSN340P-18mth
Clothing Prem to 18 Months
| Size | Age Guide | Weight | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premature | Premature or Small Newborn | Up to 4Kg | Up to 55cm |
| Newborn | 0-3 months | 4-6Kg | Up to 62cm |
| 3 Month | 3-6 months | 6-8Kg | Up to 68cm |
| 6 Month | 6-12 Month | 8-10Kg | Up to 76cm |
| 12 Month | 12-18 Month | 10-12Kg | Up to 84cm |
| 18 Month | 18-24 Month | 12-14Kg | Up to 92cm |
Clothing 2 to 6 Years
| Size | Age Guide | Height | Chest | Waist | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Year | 2-3 Years | Up to 100 cm | 56 | 51 | 58 |
| 3 Year | 3-4 Years | Up to 105 cm | 58 | 53 | 60 |
| 4 Year | 4-5 Years | Up to 110 cm | 60 | 55 | 62 |
| 5 Year | 5-6 Years | Up to 115 cm | 62 | 57 | 64 |
| 6 Year | 6-7 Years | Up to 120 cm | 64 | 59 | 66 |
Beanie Size Guide
| Size | Head Circumference | Age Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Premature | 31-35 cm | Premature or Small Newborn |
| Newborn | 35-40 cm | Newborn |
| Small | 40-43 cm | 3-6 Months |
| Medium | 43-47 cm | 6-18 Months |
| Large | 47-52 cm | 18-3 Years |
Sunhat Size Guide
| Size | Head Circumference | Age Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 37-40 cm | Newborn |
| Small | 40-43 cm | 3-6 Months |
| Medium | 43-46 cm | 6-12 Months |
| Large | 46-49 cm | 12-24 Months |
| Xtra Large | 49-54 cm | 2-4 Years |
Sleep Pods Size Guide
| Size | Weight | Age Guide | Measurement(Back to Hem) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 0-6 kgs | 0-3 Months | 60.5 cm |
| Small | 0-8 kgs | 3-6 Months | 66 cm |
Booties Size Guide
| Size | Age Guide |
|---|---|
| Newborn | 0-3 Months |
| Small | 3-6 Months |
| Medium | 6-12 Months |
| Large | 12-18 Months |
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Overview
Overview
Wrap your little one in the natural softness of our Soft Snuggles 100% merino babywear collection. Crafted with love and care, it offers the perfect blend of warmth, comfort, breathability and timeless style.
Designed for New Zealand's ever-changing climate, this cardigan provides natural insulation to keep your baby warm during cooler months and comfortably cool when temperatures rise. The soft, breathable merino wool is gentle against delicate skin and helps regulate body temperature, ensuring year round comfort. Featuring a convenient dome front closure for easy dressing, this versatile piece is perfect for layering over any outfit. Whether it's a brisk winter day or a cool summer evening, our merino cardigan is an essential addition to your baby's wardrobe.
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Fabric Information
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Fit & Care
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Delivery and Returns
- Delivery: Free within NZ on orders over $100 (excluding bulky items) or $8 standard shipping
- Returns: Accepted within 14 days of receipt with proof of purchase
- Some items are excluded from returns including sale items, hardware, car seats, prams, monitors and personal items - please click here for the full list.
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