Beanie sizes for premature babies

[tk1999]

DD's HC was 29cm at birth (34+1 weeks) - I didn't get to keep any of the beanies that she wore in hospital so I can't measure it for you but I can tell you they were still big and had the seam rolled up a few times.

[Mum2SweetCs]

Thanks ladies! I rang the nicu yessterday and the nusre told me to make then with 30cm and up. I mite make smaller ones as well then

[blessedatlast]

My angels were 24cm head circumference at 24wks.. Soo tiny.. I think mine were soft acrylic.. That is such a beautiful thing to do and would be appreciated so much.. I treaure my babes beanies..

[Mum2SweetCs]

Yup nurse said I can only use baby wool so mite knit some with cotton/bamboo yarn too

[Early Kids]

I probably wouldn't make too many little ones, depending on the NICU, but my bubs didn't wear beanies until out of NICU and into SCN. A lot of bubs spend a long time on CPAP which has it's own little hat.

I hope that helps x

[tk1999]

I should clarify that DD was only in the SCN, not NICU - I think there are different rules and regulations for what can be worn in NICU.

[Mum2SweetCs]

I think the nurse must have meant SCN too because she said 30 cms and up and there will be babies that are big sizes and not just premmies.

Thanks ladies!