The best premature baby clothes and where to find them (2024)

Where can you buy 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:

Sainsbury’s

Boots

Mamas & Papa’s

Tesco

M&S

Amazon

Asda

Baby Prem

Cheeky Chums

What size do you need for your early or tiny baby?

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:

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.