When it comes to choosing products for your baby, the materials used matter more than ever. Babies spend a lot of time in their prams, bassinets, and inserts, so fabrics that are breathable, gentle on delicate skin, and free from unnecessary chemicals can make a real difference to their comfort.

That’s why natural fibres like hemp and cotton are becoming a popular choice in modern baby products. These plant-based materials are known for their breathability, durability, and naturally soft feel, making them ideal for items like pram liners, newborn inserts, and carry cot mattresses.

Here we’ll take a closer look at how natural hemp and cotton fabrics work, and why they offer such valuable benefits for your baby’s comfort and safety.

In this article

• What Is NudeFibre™?
• Why Do Natural Fabrics Show Small Flecks?
• Natural Colour Variations Are Normal Too
• Breathable Comfort for Your Baby
• Luxe Liner NudeFibre™
• Olive/Oscar Newborn Insert Cushion NudeFibre™
• Carry Cot 3 Mattress NudeFibre™
• A Visible Sign of Natural Materials

What Is NudeFibre™?

NudeFibre™ is an all-natural blend of hemp and cotton fibres designed specifically for comfort, breathability, and sustainability in baby products.

It is used in several Edwards & Co accessories, including:

• Luxe Liner NudeFibre™
• Carry Cot 3 Mattress NudeFibre™
• Olive/Oscar Newborn Insert Cushion NudeFibre™

Unlike heavily processed fabrics, NudeFibre™ is free from dyes, chemical treatments, and harsh bleaching agents. This allows the fibres to retain their natural structure and characteristics.

The result is a fabric that is:

• Naturally breathable
• Soft against sensitive skin
• Durable for everyday use
• Free from unnecessary chemicals

This makes NudeFibre™ ideal for baby products where comfort, safety, and natural materials matter most.

Why Do Natural Fabrics Show Small Flecks?

Both cotton and hemp fibres come directly from plants. When these fibres are processed without chemical bleaching or aggressive treatment, tiny fragments of the plant structure can remain within the yarn.

These can include:

• Fibre husks
• Small seed particles
• Natural plant fibre fragments

These fragments appear as tiny darker specks or flecks in the fabric.

Importantly, these flecks are not mould, dirt, or contamination. They are simply a natural part of plant-based fibres that have been kept close to their original form.

In conventional textile manufacturing, many fabrics are chemically bleached and heavily refined to remove every visible variation. While this creates a perfectly uniform look, it also removes much of the material’s natural character.

With NudeFibre™, the goal is the opposite: to retain the integrity of the natural fibres.

Natural Colour Variations Are Normal Too

Because NudeFibre™ fabrics are not dyed or chemically whitened, you may also notice subtle colour variation across the material.

Cotton and hemp fibres naturally range from:

• Soft ivory
• Cream tones
• Light beige
• Slightly warm or grey shades

These differences can occur depending on the harvest, fibre blend, and natural properties of the plant fibres.

Rather than being a defect, these variations are actually a hallmark of authentic, minimally processed textiles.

Breathable Comfort for Your Baby

NudeFibre™ fabrics are chosen not just for their natural qualities, but also for their comfort and breathability.

This is especially important in products designed for babies, such as:

Luxe Liner NudeFibre™

The Reversible Luxe Liner NudeFibre™ is designed to keep your pram comfortable, durable, and fresh for everyday use.

It provides:

• A soft, breathable surface for your baby
• Natural airflow to support temperature regulation
• Fabric that is free from dyes, chemicals, and hidden nasties

The liner also features a hard-wearing footrest on both sides, helping maintain durability even with everyday use.

Compatible with all Edwards & Co prams, it’s a simple way to add both comfort and protection to your stroller.

Olive/Oscar Newborn Insert Cushion NudeFibre™

For newborns, comfort and support are especially important.

The Olive/Oscar Newborn Insert Cushion NudeFibre™ creates a snug, supportive space for your baby in the Olive, Oscar M, and Oscar Nu prams.

Its ergonomic design helps your baby feel secure while the naturally breathable NudeFibre™ lining supports airflow and temperature regulation.

Key features include:

• A plush, supportive shape designed for newborn comfort
• Naturally breathable hemp and cotton fibres
• Materials free from dyes and chemicals
• Machine washable for easy care

Suitable from newborn to around six months, it’s designed to support your baby through those early outings with comfort and simplicity.

Carry Cot 3 Mattress NudeFibre™

The Carry Cot 3 Mattress NudeFibre™ also uses the same natural hemp and cotton fibre blend to create a breathable sleeping surface for your baby when travelling in the carry cot.

Like the other NudeFibre™ products, it maintains the same focus on:

• Breathable natural fibres
• Gentle materials for sensitive skin
• Minimal chemical processing

A Visible Sign of Natural Materials

Those small flecks and subtle colour differences may be noticeable at first, but they actually tell a positive story.

They show that the fabric has been produced without heavy chemical bleaching, dyes, or unnecessary processing.

Instead, the fibres retain their natural plant origins, helping create materials that are breathable, comfortable, and closer to nature.

For many parents looking for safer, more natural baby products, this is exactly what they want.

So if you notice those tiny flecks in NudeFibre™ products, you can rest easy knowing they are simply a natural part of plant-based fibres, not mould, and not a defect.

They’re just another sign that the fabric is exactly what it claims to be: natural.