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Sheep Wool Infant Pads, Therapeutic use

Sheep Wool Infant Pads, Therapeutic use

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Baby Wool Mat — A Gentle Return to the Womb

Warmth • Scent • Grounding • Nervous‑System Calm for Newborns

Our Baby Wool Mat is crafted from premium medical‑grade Merino wool,  the closest natural material to the womb. Wool provides temperature regulation, moisture control, breathability, and nervous‑system soothing, creating a familiar, secure environment that helps newborns settle more easily.

Once babies leave the womb, their nervous system is still learning how to interpret temperature, touch, scent, and movement. Wool offers steady warmth, soft tactile input, and familiar scent cues, helping calm the startle reflex and support sensory regulation.

This mat is ideal for parents seeking natural, chemical‑free newborn sleep solutions and a safe, breathable alternative to synthetic baby products.


Why Babies Settle on Wool

  • Temperature‑regulating Merino wool keeps babies close to their natural 37°C

  • Moisture‑balancing fibres absorb perspiration and waxy newborn moisture

  • Naturally flame‑resistant,  no chemicals, no synthetics

  • Scent‑holding fibres help babies settle with the familiar smell of mom or dad

  • Grounding support calms the nervous system outside the womb

  • Portable comfort for crib, bassinet, stroller, car seat, or travel

  • Hypoallergenic & natural,  ideal for sensitive newborn skin

  • Breathable wool pile prevents overheating better than cotton or synthetics

Wool provides a sense of continuity,  a gentle reminder of the warmth, containment, and sensory steadiness of the womb. It insulates in winter, cools in summer, supports digestion, and helps ease gas by keeping the core warm.


Perfect For

  • Newborn sleep

  • Colicky or contact‑napping babies

  • Temperature‑sensitive babies

  • Scent‑soothing and bonding

  • Parents seeking natural baby sleep products

  • Families wanting chemical‑free infant bedding

Explore more natural infant products:

  • Infant Care Sheepskin

  • Baby Wool Blanket

  • Merino Wool Moisture Strand


What Is the Difference Between Sheepskin and Sheep Wool?

  • Sheepskin includes the hide with the wool still attached.

  • Sheep wool fabric uses only the shorn wool fibre, no hide, making it washable, breathable, and ideal for babies.


What Is Sheep Wool Fabric?

Our wool fabric is made from:

  • Wool fibre (sheared from sheep)

  • A soft nylon grid

  • A medical‑grade acrylic stabilizer

The wool is “knitted” into the grid and stabilized to create a flat, plush surface that looks like sheepskin without the hide, making it machine washable and safe for daily infant use.


Backing Options

We offer solid colours and various prints. Message us and we’ll send photos of our current fabrics. If you have a specific colour or print in mind, we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Click “Ask about this product or make custom requests” to reach us.


How to Use Your Baby Wool Mat

Simple, Natural, Effective

  • Place the wool mat under your baby in the crib, bassinet, stroller, or car seat.

  • For deeper settling, imprint your scent by wearing the cotton cover for a few hours.

  • Use consistently,  babies thrive on familiar sensory environments.

  • Machine wash the cotton cover; spot clean the wool as needed.


Customer Reviews — Loved by Parents Across Canada

“My baby went from waking every 20 minutes to sleeping 2–3 hours.” Sarah, first‑time mom “The wool mat smells like me, and that alone changed everything.”  Emily, doula & mom of two “This is the only surface my newborn settles on without being held.” Jenna, NICU nurse


Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is wool safe for newborns? Yes. Wool is naturally flame‑resistant, breathable, and temperature‑regulating.

  • Will my baby overheat? No. Wool prevents overheating better than cotton or synthetics.

  • Is wool itchy? Not ours, we use premium, medical‑grade wool.

  • Can I use the mat in a bassinet or stroller? Yes, it’s designed to be portable and adaptable.

  • Is wool hypoallergenic? True wool allergies in infants are extremely rare. Our wool is thoroughly cleaned for sensitive skin.


General Care

  • Expect light shedding at first,  this is normal

  • Air‑fluff in the dryer (no heat) for 5 minutes to remove loose fibres

  • Keep away from high heat and direct sunlight

  • Wool may “clump” over time,  this does not affect performance

  • Brush with a metal brush after laundering if you prefer a fluffier look


Washing Instructions

  • Machine wash on delicate in cool/lukewarm water (up to 70°C)

  • Use wool soap with lanolin (e.g., Eucalan)

  • Air dry or tumble with NO heat

  • Remove from dryer at 85% dry

  • Spot clean with warm water (up to 70°C) and Eucalan

  • Do not bleach

Wool is naturally antimicrobial and does not require frequent washing. To freshen, hang outside in moist air (out of sunlight); the wool will release moisture and self‑refresh.


The Soul Comfort Promise

Natural. Ethical. Handmade. Always. Your baby only gets one beginning. We’re here to help you make it gentle, warm, and deeply comforting.
FAQ

What is sheep wool fabric?

Our fabric is made from 100% shorn sheep wool, knitted into a nylon grid for strength and shape retention, then stabilized with a medical‑grade acrylic compound for washability. This ensures the body lies on pure wool fibre — not hide — while meeting IPAC guidelines.

Why a nylon grid?

  • Prevents fraying
  • Maintains shape better than cotton or wool alone
  • Similar to nylon reinforcement in wool socks
  • Renewable and sustainable

Why an acrylic stabilizer?

  • Developed in Germany for high‑standard washability
  • Used safely for decades with no reported allergies
  • Allows full machine washability to 70°C
  • Ensures long‑term durability

How does wool help with pressure injuries?

Wool distributes weight evenly, reduces pressure points, and stabilizes temperature — key factors in preventing ulcers and supporting healing.

Is wool good for night sweats?

Yes. Wool absorbs moisture without feeling wet and releases it into the air, keeping sleepers dry — especially helpful for menopausal night sweats.

Is this the same as sheepskin?

No.

  • Sheepskin = hide + wool attached
  • Sheep wool fabric = shorn wool fibre knitted into a backing
    Our products use sheep wool fabric, making them washable, breathable, and humane.
Why Wool?

Wool is one of nature’s most advanced performance fibres, breathable, durable, and exceptionally comfortable. It creates a stable, balanced sleep environment that works for all types of sleepers, all year round.

Temperature Regulation

Wool naturally keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer. It adapts to your body temperature, making it ideal for hot sleepers, cold sleepers, and couples with different comfort needs.

Moisture Management

Wool absorbs 30–40% of its weight in moisture without feeling damp. It pulls humidity away from the skin and releases it into the air, keeping bedding dry, fresh, and comfortable through the night.

Naturally Clean

Wool is naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial. It resists odour, mildew, and bacteria, staying fresher longer and requiring less washing than synthetic bedding.

Pressure‑Soft Comfort

Wool fibres gently cushion the body, reducing pressure points and helping muscles relax. This creates a softer, more forgiving sleep surface that supports deeper rest.

Breathable & Non‑Clammy

Unlike foam or polyester, wool never traps heat or moisture. It stays breathable and comfortable, preventing the “hot and sticky” feeling common with synthetic bedding.

Renewable & Sustainable

Wool is a renewable fibre shorn from sheep annually. It’s biodegradable, long‑lasting, and produced with far less environmental impact than synthetic materials.

Humane Alternative to Sheepskin

Our products use sheep wool fabric, not sheepskin.

  • Sheepskin = hide + wool
  • Sheep wool fabric = shorn wool fibre knitted into a backing

This makes our products washable, breathable, and humane, the sheep keep their hide, and the wool grows back naturally.

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  • Hand-Crafted in Canada

  • 100% Sheep's Wool & Machine Washable

  • Renewable & Sustainable

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100% Natural

Wool is a completely natural fiber, produced year-round by over 68 million sheep in Australia. These sheep thrive on a simple diet of grass, water, fresh air, and sunshine.

NEED TO KNOW

Frequently asked questions

1. Why choose sheep wool for everyday comfort?

Sheep wool is naturally soft, breathable, insulating, and moisture-managing, making it suitable for year-round comfort and everyday use.

2. Is wool suitable for both summer and winter?

Yes. Wool naturally regulates body temperature, helping keep you warm in winter and cool in summer. It is also breathable and moisture-wicking, so it helps prevent the hot, clammy feeling that can come from synthetic materials.

3. How do I care for Soul Comfort wool products?

Most Soul Comfort wool products can be machine washed on a delicate cycle in cool or lukewarm water using a wool-safe soap containing lanolin. Air drying is recommended, or you can tumble dry without heat and remove the item when it is about 85% dry. Avoid bleach, high heat, and direct sunlight. Because wool is naturally antimicrobial, it usually does not need frequent washing and can often be refreshed by airing it outside away from direct sunlight.

4. How do I choose the right medical wool product?

Choose according to the area of the body that needs support and the level of cushioning or pressure relief required. For example, Soul Comfort offers mattress overlays for full-body pressure redistribution, seating and wheelchair pads for prolonged sitting, and specialized protectors for areas such as the heels, feet, knees, hands, and other sensitive areas. For wool density, 850 g / 1-inch pile is designed for pressure relief, moisture control, and skin protection, while the denser 950 g option provides additional cushioning for fragile skin, chronic discomfort, previous skin breakdown, or advanced/palliative care. Custom sizing is also available for certain products.

5. Are Soul Comfort products only for medical use?

No. Soul Comfort offers both medical and everyday comfort products. Their range includes bedding, mattress overlays, personal comfort products, footwear, products for babies, seating accessories, and even wool products for pets. Their everyday wool products are designed for comfort, temperature regulation, moisture management, and general wellness—not only medical care.

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OUR WOOL PROCESS

HOW OUR SHEEP WOOL FABRIC IS MADE

Our sliver knit process preserves wool's natural softness, breathability, loft, and durability for lasting comfort and care.
  1. Knitting the Wool
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    Knitting the Wool

    Pure sheep wool is knitted into tubes, then opened into flat sheets for different fabric weights.

  2. Inspection & Repair
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    Inspection & Repair

    Each panel is carefully inspected. Any small imperfections are mended by hand to ensure durability and long-lasting comfort.

  3. Cropping
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    Cropping

    We trim the wool pile to a precise height. This defines the texture — plush and cozy or smooth and breathable — depending on its purpose.

  4. Tumbling
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    Tumbling

    Selected wool fabric is tumbled for extra softness, loft, and a gentle, cloud-like Sherpa-style surface finish.

  5. Stenting & Waterproofing
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    Stenting & Waterproofing

    The fabric is stretched and stabilized (stented) while we apply a breathable acrylic compound.