Everything your baby really needs.
Soft as a second skin, temperature-regulating, and naturally breathable — HALFEN merino wool accompanies your baby from their very first hours. From our own knitting mill in Hungenroth, for four generations.
The smartest material for your baby
No synthetic material even comes close to what merino wool does for delicate baby skin.
🌡️ Temperature-regulating
Keeps warm in the cold, cools in the heat — merino wool automatically adapts to your baby's body temperature.
💧 Moisture Management
Absorbs up to 35% of its own weight in moisture without feeling wet — ideal for little sleepers.
🛡 Gentle for Sensitive Skin
Our merino fibers are extra-fine and non-scratchy — even for sensitive or eczema-prone baby skin.
🌱 100% Natural & Sustainable
GOTS-certified, free of harmful chemicals, biodegradable. Good for your baby, good for the Earth.
Everything at once - and cheaper
Our Starter Kit Bundle combines the most important basics for the first few weeks — coordinated, made from one material, ordered with one click.
Or specifically supplement
All items also available individually — perfect if you already have the basics or want to add specific items.
Overall with zipper
Fine knit trousers with high waistband
Wrap jacket (Schlüttli) for babies made of merino wool
Fine knit romper with olive wood buttons
Felted Wool Baby-Bag made of Merino Wool
Wearable sleeping bag with legs and detachable arms
Baby Starter Set made of Merino Wool – the Best for the First Weeks
Newborns cannot regulate their body temperature themselves – so the right material makes a real difference from day one. Our baby starter set made from 100% merino wool helps your little one to compensate for exactly what they cannot yet do themselves: it warms in the cold, cools in the heat, and keeps the skin dry. That's not marketing – that's the natural physics of the fiber.
Why merino wool is better for babies than cotton or synthetics
Cotton is soft but passive – it stores moisture and stays wet. Synthetic materials are easy to care for but are air-impermeable and often treated with chemicals. Merino wool can absorb up to 35% of its own weight in moisture without feeling wet. The fibers are extra-fine – under 20 microns – and do not scratch even sensitive baby skin or skin prone to neurodermatitis. For newborns who sleep almost around the clock and sweat while doing so, this is a decisive advantage.
The HALFEN Starter Set Bundle – the thoughtfully designed baby box
If you're wondering what a newborn really needs, our starter set bundle provides a clear answer. The HALFEN Baby Box combines the most important clothing items for the first few weeks in one set: coordinated, made from one material, with a real price advantage compared to buying individually. Also ideal as a gift for a birth – curated, beautifully packaged, and ready to use.
GOTS-certified – what that means for your baby
All items in our baby starter set bear the GOTS certificate (Global Organic Textile Standard) – the strictest international label for organically produced textile fibers. It guarantees that no harmful chemicals, pesticides, or health-hazardous dyes are used throughout the entire production process. Especially for clothing worn directly on a newborn's skin, this is not a given – at HALFEN, it is standard.
Produced in our own knitting factory – since 1928
HALFEN is a family business from Hungenroth that has been producing knitwear in its own factory since 1928. Fabian Halfen leads the company in the fourth generation – with the aspiration that every piece that leaves the premises should be better than what it would replace. No mass production, no outsourcing – but genuine craftsmanship with our own machinery and decades of material expertise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is merino wool really gentle enough for newborns?
Yes. Our merino fibers have a diameter of under 20 microns and are significantly finer than regular wool. This means no itching or chafing – even for sensitive skin or babies prone to eczema. If you are unsure, we recommend testing a single item first.
What sizes are available for the newborn essentials?
You can create your own bundle and choose the appropriate size for each product individually. This ensures the essentials fit your baby perfectly. Detailed size charts can be found on the product pages.
How do I properly care for merino wool baby clothing?
Use a wool cycle at 30°C, dry flat, and avoid spinning. Thanks to wool’s natural self-cleaning properties, simply airing it out is often sufficient. The bundle also includes a detailed care guide from HALFEN.
Can I buy the items from the bundle individually?
Yes, all items are also available individually. The bundle offers a price advantage of approximately 15% compared to buying items separately. If you already own certain pieces, you can easily complement them as needed.
What does GOTS certification mean for baby clothing?
The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the strictest international label for organically produced textile fibers. It guarantees that no harmful chemicals are used from the raw fiber to the finished product – which is especially important for clothing worn directly on sensitive baby skin.