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At The Sleep Store, we’re passionate about helping children sleep better, and merino plays a big role in that. Often called the “miracle fibre”, merino is naturally temperature regulating, moisture wicking, odour resistant, and even naturally fire retardant. It helps children stay warm in winter, cool in warmer conditions, and comfortable without waking up clammy – all with the added bonus of needing less frequent washing.
The Sleep Store Deluxe Merino range is designed to deliver superior warmth, comfort, and durability for growing babies, toddlers, and children. Made from luscious 220gsm, 100% merino rib fabric, this range is thicker, warmer, and more hard-wearing than many alternatives on the market. Naturally temperature regulating and breathable, Deluxe Merino helps keep little bodies cosy in winter without overheating as they move and play. Soft, stretchy, and made to last, it’s the perfect layering range for better sleep and everyday warmth.
OHBaby! Awards 2024 - SILVER WINNER - Best Baby Merino - The Sleep Store
Highlights
- Natural temperature regulation: Made from 100% NZ merino wool to help keep little bodies warm in winter and cool in milder weather.
- Perfect layering essential: Ideal on its own or as a base layer under zipsuits, onesies, swaddles, or sleeping bags.
- Soft and stretchy fit: Rib knit fabric gently hugs baby’s body while allowing freedom of movement.
- Comfort day and night: Breathable, moisture-wicking, and odour-resistant to help reduce clamminess and support better sleep.
- Practical everyday design: Features an envelope neckline and press studs at the crotch for easy dressing and nappy changes.
- Premium merino quality: Part of The Sleep Store Deluxe Merino range, crafted from thicker, durable 220gsm merino for long-lasting wear.
Sizing Chart
| Size | Length | Chest |
| Newborn | 32cm | 35cm |
| 0-3 months | 35cm | 38cm |
| 3-6 months | 38cm | 41cm |
| 6-12 months | 41cm | 44cm |
| 1 year | 43cm | 48cm |
| 2 year | 47cm | 52cm |
Our own brand garments follow the Australasian standard AS1182-1997 for sizing and are made with room to grow. Our Size 2 clothing for example is made to fit the standard’s average sized 2.5 year old comfortably.
Please note - Measurements are taken when garments are laid flat. Areas such as chest, waist and hips are calculated at twice the width to get the full measurement.
Materials
| Materials | 100% New Zealand Merino Wool - 220gsm Woolmark Extra Fine - 19.5 Microns Certified STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX |
| Washing | Cool hand or machine wash on wool cycle with wool detergent |
| Drying | Do not wring or tumble dry. Dry flat or hang carefully immediately after washing. Do not tumble dry. |
As with many wool garments, you may experience a bit of pilling on this garment. Please note this is often due to a soft fibre such as merino rubbing against other fabrics, such as flannelette sheets. We consider pilling a normal part of wear and tear on a soft merino garment. We could have treated the fabric much more to reduce pilling but then it would lose its lovely, snuggly softness.
Please take care with moths
Protect
your Merino from small holes created by insects such as moths and
silverfish. Ensure your garments are clean before storing. Lavender and
Cedar wood are noxious to these pests so storing your garments with
these scents or a moth trap will help protect your knitwear further.
Love your Merino and it will love you back!
What are the major differences between The Sleep Store Merino garments?
This merino wool and tencel blend is silky smooth against the skin has a comfortable stretch and is super lightweight. The tencel component makes this garment quick drying. Perfect for all year round use, it is the lightest of our merino blend offering at 165gsm. Amazing weight for warmer weather.
Jersey Merino
The jersey merino wool is super smooth and soft, feels like high quality t-shirt fabric and has a comfortable stretch to it - not as much as the deluxe merino wool rib. Great for all year round at 200gsm. Good for summer babies.
Deluxe Merino Rib
This is a rib knit merino wool meaning it's structure is made up of rows of stitching. This gives this merino a really beautiful stretch with cross grain elasticity. It is so soft and great for all year round at 220gsm.
Merino Tencel Fleece
The most fluffy fleecy softness on the inside, with a smooth sweatshirt look on the outside, and most definitely the warmest of them all at 270gsm.
Fast Shipping - In stock, ready to ship!
We offer fast, economical shipping to Australia, dispatched every week day from our Auckland, New Zealand warehouse. All items on our website are in stock, ready to dispatch (excludes pre-order). Please allow 3-5 working days for main centres, 5 working days for outside of main centres and up to 8 working days for heavy or bulky orders.
Shipping starts from $12 for small items. Just add your items to your cart and use the Shipping Estimator in the Mini Cart or Cart with your post code. Please double check your shipping in the checkout, particularly for large items which the estimator doesn’t accurately calculate.
All packages are sent with New Zealand Post and delivered by Australia Post.
Packages are labelled with a Signature with Authority to Leave if they are less than $300 value so delivery doesn’t require you to be home. Please let us know if you need Signature Required for security concerns.
Free Shipping for orders over $100* (excludes large items)
Free shipping is available when you spend over $100! Please note bulky or heavy items are excluded from this offer and you can confirm the correct shipping at the checkout. Unfortunately our Cart Shipping Estimator does not accurately exclude large items from free shipping calculations. We apologise for any inconvenience with this technical limitation.
Go to Shipping & Delivery PageHassle-free Returns for 365 Days!
We have expert staff available to help you choose the perfect item – how can we help before you purchase? However, when you do purchase something that doesn’t fit or isn’t quite right, we offer an excellent returns policy and the best possible customer service.
We also know life with babies and children is busy, so you have up to 365 days for your returns and exchanges to come back to us:
- Up to 90 days from purchase - You can return for an Exchange, Store Credit or Refund
- Up to 365 days from purchase – You can return for an Exchange or Store Credit
Returned items must be received back in perfect condition, unused and unwashed condition including the instructions and packaging. Please ensure you carefully package items so they are received back in perfect condition.
Our Returns and Exchanges page has full details, including product specific returns information and our Returns Form.
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