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6 of the best baby hats for newborns 2024

Baby in a bunny ear hat

Babies can’t regulate their body temperature and a lot of heat is lost through the head so they should wear a hat in cold weather. Always remove it indoors though, to avoid overheating.

In warm weather, hats are also important to protect your baby’s head from the heat of the sun and UV rays.

This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:

  • Consumer reviews

  • Best-seller lists 

  • Recommendations from industry experts

  • Award-winning products

  • Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.

The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 18 January 2024. 

If you buy through a link, I may earn a small affiliate commission. 5% of profits are donated to UK Baby Banks to help parents in need of essentials.

 
 

1. M&S Pure Cotton Hats

M&S newborn baby hats
 

  • A pack of four hats.

  • Made from soft 100% responsibly sourced cotton.

  • Machine wash at 40˚C.

 
 

2. Mori baby hat

Mori baby hats
 

  • A pack of two hats with a roll-up design.

  • Made from very soft, breathable 30% organic cotton and 70% bamboo.

  • Comes in grey, pink and blue.

 
 

3. Mothercare Little Bear hats

Mothercare Little Bear hats
 

  • Pack of two beanie-style hats.

  • There are two sizes: newborn and 0-3 months.

4. John Lewis baby hats

John Lewis baby hats
 

  • Pack of two hats.

  • Made from 100% cotton.

  • They are tied at the top for a perfect fit.

  • Machine washable at 30˚C.

 
 

5. Bonny and frey organic cotton hat

Bonny and Frey organic cotton baby hats
 

  • Super soft organic cotton jersey hats with an organic cotton lining for a newborn’s sensitive skin

  • Ideal as a gift.

  • They come in a variety of lovely prints.

  • Machine wash on a gentle cycle at 30˚C.

6. H&M cotton Sun Hat

H&M cotton sun hat
 

  • 100% cotton sun hat.

  • It is lined and has an under-chin tie.

  • Machine washable at 30˚C.

  • The smallest size available is 0-2 months.

 
 

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