When your baby is born prematurely, it can be a huge surprise. We know how difficult this journey can be, so we have handpicked the best premature baby clothes. The good news is there are now lots of stores that cater for premature babies. Once upon a time, you could only buy small baby clothes at specialist stores, but now some supermarkets stock smaller sizes. These are often referred to as a ‘Tiny Baby’ range. Lots of stores deliver within 24 hours, which is helpful if you weren’t yet expecting your new arrival. Stores with premature ranges include: To make it much easier for parents, most stores classify their premature range via the baby’s weight and height. Before you purchase clothes for your premature baby it is important to check the store's size guide. Sizes may differ from store to store. Here we have included a helpful guide:Where can you buy premature baby clothes?
What size do you need for your early or tiny baby?
When a baby is born prematurely, often parents feel overwhelmed. For most parents, it is a shock and you may feel very underprepared. Finding clothes that don't swamp your new tiny bundle of joy can be difficult. Your new miracle may need a little bit of assistance from the Neonatal Unit, or Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU). We have found the best outfits to make things a little easier for you. These include outfits designed to make it easier for doctors and nurses to have access to your little one. Sainsbury's premature collection is suitable for babies from 2lbs to 4lbs. Sainsbury's supports Bliss, the UK’s leading charity for babies born premature or sick. the Tu premature baby range at Sainsbury's is designed for premature babies, as part of a new partnership to support Bliss’ vital work for babies in neonatal care. The range is machine washable up to 95 degrees, making it suitable for washing at the hospital and features hook and loop fastening to make dressing easier.The best premature baby clothes
Sainsbury’s
Best starter set for girls
Sainsbury's
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£15
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This super soft set is crafted from natural cotton which will be gentle on your precious baby's
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£15
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Best starter set for boys
Sainsbury's
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£15
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Fit for a prince. This dinosaur outfit is super soft and made of pure cotton. This set is a
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£15
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Best gender neutral starter set
Sainsbury's
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£7.50
tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk
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If you know your baby will be arriving early, but you are still keeping their gender a surprise
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£7.50
tuclothing.sainsburys.co.uk
Mothercare was one of the most respected baby retailers when it opened in 1961. Although the baby retailers closed their doors in 2020. Boots pharmacy chains now stock Mothercare branded clothing and car seats in their stores and online. The Mothercare premature baby range stocks sleepsuits, vests, hats and more. Boots' premature baby range starts from 3lbs.Boots
Best Boots bundle for baby boys
Boots
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£22
www.boots.com
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This is a beautiful set that has been designed specifically for the ease of new parents. The
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£22
www.boots.com
Best baby sleepsuits for girls
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£15
www.boots.com
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This set of three sweet printed sleepsuits has been designed to meet the needs of premature babies
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£15
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Best gender neutral set
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£14
www.boots.com
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If you know your will be having a premature or small baby but you don't know the gender, this is
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£14
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Mamas and Papas have been providing families with baby essentials since it launched in 1981. The award-winning nursery brand now has more than 30 stores across the UK. The brand has some adorable outfits for your tiny new family member including five-pack bodysuit sets, cardigans, shoes and more. Mamas and Papas PetiteNewBorn range is suitable for a baby who is 44cm and 5lbs.Mamas & Papas
Best design
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£14.25 (Was £19)
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With three different leopard print designs, these sleepsuits are perfect for your little diva in
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£14.25 (Was £19)
www.mamasandpapas.com
Best collared sleepsuit
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£14.25
www.mamasandpapas.com
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This traditional style sleep suit is both sweet and super soft. It has been carefully designed so
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£14.25
www.mamasandpapas.com
Best Mamas and Papas long sleeved bodysuits
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£14 (was £10.50)
www.mamasandpapas.com
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Your little one is going to need a lot of body suits. This set of five is a great start to getting
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£14 (was £10.50)
www.mamasandpapas.com
Unfortunately, the supermarket giant doesn't have an online clothing shop, this means that you can only pick up F&F Clothing in stores. A small selection of the F&F range can be viewed online. However, your little one will need nappies which can be purchased online. However, you can also find size 0 nappies in Tesco which are suitable for babies under 3kg.Tesco
Best baby small nappies
Tesco
Price:
£4
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Description
A tiny baby needs a tiny nappy, Tesco's sell these size 0 nappies made by pampers. They have been
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£4
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Marks and Spencer's has one of the richest retail history collections in the country. The trusted brand has been providing families with everyday essentials from food to clothing since 1926. M&S has pledged to become more eco-friendly and source the best ethical products and materials. All of the cotton used in the premature range has been sustainably sourced.M&S
Best jacket for girls
M&S
Price:
£10
www.marksandspencer.com
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This jacket offers cosy warmth for your new baby. Premature infants may become colder because
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£10
www.marksandspencer.com
Best jacket for boys
M&S
Price:
£10
www.marksandspencer.com
Description
Like the previous jacket, this is a super soft jacket in blue. Perfect for your tiny prince. Like
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£10
www.marksandspencer.com
Best organic cotton sleepsuits
M&S
Price:
£14
www.marksandspencer.com
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These sleepsuits are made from sustainable organic cotton. This means it is super soft and gentle
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£14
www.marksandspencer.com
Best organic bodysuits
Price:
£7.50
www.marksandspencer.com
Description
These pure cotton premature bodysuits are specially designed to keep babies warm and comfortable.
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£7.50
www.marksandspencer.com
As one would expect the online giants Amazon have a selection of premature baby clothes as well as everything else you may need for your new baby. You can even create a Amazon Baby Wishlist so that your friends and family can purchase gifts that you actually want.Amazon
Amazon customers love
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This four piece baby boy set is very cute and has a safari theme. It is machine washable and made
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Amazon
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This four piece set includes a top, bottoms, bib, and hat. We love that this has the words 'Let me
Best premature cardigan
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This ribbed style cardigan available in three colours. We love the button down front. It is
Supermarket store, Asda has a premature baby range in their George clothing section. The sizes are: Up to 3lbs, Up to 4lbs and Up to 5lbs. If you have a premature baby, you're now able to pick up all sizes of Pampers Preemie Protection nappies (P1, P2, P3) for free in Asda Pharmacies simply by asking in store.Asda
Best premature Disney bodysuits
Asda
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£6
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Winnie the Pooh has been one of the most iconic children's characters. We cannot get enough of
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£6
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Best Disney sleepsuits
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£8
direct.asda.com
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This sleepsuit has a press stud fastening so you can lay your new baby onto the clothing instead
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£8
direct.asda.com
Best Disney hats
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£2
direct.asda.com
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Finish off your bubs perfect Pooh inspired outfit with this adorable little hat.
**One
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£2
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Baby Prem provide practical baby clothes specifically designed for babies staying in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU), Special Care Baby Units (SCBU) or High Dependency Units (HDU).Baby Prem
Best bodysuits for a little boy in NICU
Price:
£2
www.babyprem.com
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If your baby is in the NICU this cute baby grow is sure to bring a smile to all the doctors and
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£2
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Best bodysuit for little girls in NICU
Price:
£6.99
www.babyprem.com
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Is there anything more adorable that this sweet baby grow. The message on the front is a huge
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£6.99
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Best unisex bodysuit
Price:
£5.49
www.babyprem.com
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No truer words have ever been spoken. Although your baby is very small right now, they will have a
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£5.49
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Cheeky Chumsoffer the widest choices all around -the- board in the UK.They sell baby clothes for tiny babies who are as small as 1lb.Cheeky Chums
Best knitted cardigans
Cheeky Chums
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£6.99
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Knitted clothing feels like a rite of passage for a new baby. There's something very comforting
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£6.99
cheekychumsonline.co.uk
Best baby booties
Cheeky Chums
Price:
£3.99
cheekychumsonline.co.uk
Description
Finding shoes for tiny toes can be difficult, but when your little miracle is ready to leave the
Price:
£3.99
cheekychumsonline.co.uk
Best unisex socks
Cheeky Chums
Price:
£2.99
cheekychumsonline.co.uk
Description
Finding socks for a premature baby can be really difficult. These socks have been created with the
Price:
£2.99
cheekychumsonline.co.uk
We know that when you embark on your premature journey, there can be a lot to learn along the way. Your baby may need a bit of extra support. This comes with its own set of emotional and practical challenges for new parents. So we have included resources and links to some charities below: NHS website: Special care: ill or premature babies - NHS information regarding premature babies Bliss - Bliss is the leading UK charity for babies born premature or sick. It supports families with a baby in neonatal care. TinyLife -TinyLife Family Support Services have been specially developed to provide emotional and practical support to parents of premature babies or babies who have spent time on a Neonatal Unit from birth. Small Wonders - Small Wonders are 12 bite-size films following families and their journey in neo-natal units.Resources and support
27. Cohen's Box
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£12.50
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