When you put your child to sleep at night, you never want to imagine that anything but sweet dreams could come their way, but fire dangers lurk in every corner of even modern homes. This is why it is crucial to make sure your little one is always wearing flame-resistant pajamas when you put them to bed. In the event of a fire, this would be one small layer of protection against burns, giving you or rescue workers a little more time to get to your child before they are seriously injured.  Here are a few of the most common questions parents have about flame-resistant clothing for their children.

Is it true that all children's sleepwear must be flame resistant?

It is true that children's sleepwear manufacturers must adhere to strict guidelines when it comes to flammability. The garments are not allowed to be designed to be overly loose fitting and must be made from materials that will resist an open flame for a specific amount of time before catching on fire. Garments must be tested thoroughly before they are marketed and clearly marked before being sold in stores.

Are the chemicals used to treat the clothing safe for children?

Not all types of flame-resistant clothing are treated with chemicals. Some are simply made with materials that are naturally resistant, such as snug-fitting cotton-polyester blends. However, if chemicals are used for treatment purposes, the types are required to be non-toxic in form. Some of the more common types of treatment solutions are phosphate compounds and chlorine. These chemicals are usually used to treat a small percentage of the fabric, but it is not enough to be considered toxic.

How do you know if your children's sleepwear is flame resistant?

Flame resistant sleepwear should be clearly labeled on the tag as such. Therefore, determining whether the sleepwear you are using is safe should be as simple as reading the tags and labels on your little one's clothing. If you have clothes that have been handed down or bought used, make sure to look for these labels as well, as industry standards have not always been the same.

When it comes down to it, swaddling your little one in comfortable clothing will always be important, but keeping them safe is even more so. Make sure that the sleepwear you wrap your little one in at night is as safe as possible by looking for the flame-resistant labels.