Description
These baby knee pads are a stretchy cotton pair, 11.5 x 8.5cm, that slip on over the knees or elbows to protect a crawling baby on hard floors, in pink or dark grey for $15.99. They pull on and off in seconds and stay put while a baby moves.
Carpet is forgiving. Floorboards, tiles and polished concrete are not, and most Australian homes have more of the second kind than the first. A baby who has just worked out how to crawl will spend hours a day on those floors, and the knees are the first thing to go red. A pad that stretches over the knee takes the friction instead of the skin, without the bulk of anything a baby would immediately try to pull off.
Specifications
| Quantity |
1 pair |
| Size |
11.5 x 8.5cm |
| Main material |
Cotton |
| Colours available |
Pink, Dark Grey |
| Gender |
Unisex |
| Fit |
Stretchy, slips on and off |
| Wear position |
Knees or elbows |
What's in the Box
| 1 pair |
Baby crawling knee pads in your chosen colour |
Why These Work on Hard Floors
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Cotton against the skin - breathable rather than plastic backed, which matters when a baby is on the floor for hours in an Australian summer.
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Stretchy pull on fit - goes on and comes off easily, so a nappy change does not turn into a wrestle.
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Flexible through the joint - the pad bends with the shape of the knee instead of fighting it, so crawling is not slowed down.
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Wearable on elbows too - babies who commando crawl take the damage on their forearms, and the same pad covers that.
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Two colourways - pink or dark grey, and both are unisex, so they suit whatever else the baby is wearing.
At What Age Do Babies Need Crawling Knee Pads?
Most babies start crawling somewhere between six and ten months, and that is when the knees start taking a beating. Every baby is different, and some skip crawling entirely or shuffle on their bottom instead. The practical answer is that you need them when you notice the redness, not on a set date.
Will These Knee Pads Fit Over Clothing?
They are designed to stretch, so they can be worn directly on the skin or over a thin layer such as leggings or a onesie. Over thick winter clothing the fit becomes tight, and it is usually more comfortable to put them straight onto the leg with the trouser leg pulled up.
Can Baby Knee Pads Be Worn on Elbows?
Yes. The pads are stretchy enough to slip on and off knees or elbows, which is genuinely useful because plenty of babies drag themselves along on their forearms before they get up onto their knees. The same pair covers both stages.
Who Buys These
Parents in homes with floorboards, tiles or polished concrete, which is most new builds and most rentals. Grandparents who mind a baby a couple of days a week and want a pair at their place too. Families heading into the crawling stage in winter, when a baby is on a cold hard floor for longer than they would be outside. They also turn up regularly on baby shower lists, because they are cheap, useful and something first time parents do not know to ask for.
Pair It With
The crawling stage is the point where a house needs a second look. Our Children range covers the safety locks, guards and monitors that suddenly become relevant, and Kid's Supplies has the everyday bits that go with them. For a gift, Baby Shower is the collection to browse.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pads do I get?
One pair, so both knees are covered.
What size are they?
11.5 x 8.5cm, with stretch in the fabric so they suit a range of leg sizes rather than one exact age.
What are they made of?
The main material is cotton, chosen so the pad breathes against the skin.
Can they go in the wash?
They are a cotton knit and are usually washed gently and air dried. Avoid hot washes and dryers, which shorten the life of the elastic.
Are they unisex?
Yes. Both the pink and the dark grey are unisex.
Will they slip down?
The stretch is what holds them in place. If they creep down on a very slim leg, wearing them over a thin legging gives them more to grip.
Do you ship Australia wide?
Yes, including regional and remote addresses.
Fast Australian Shipping
We dispatch from Australia, so these knee pads reach Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin quickly, and we post to regional and remote addresses as well. Orders placed on a business day are picked the same day wherever stock allows, which is useful when the crawling starts sooner than you expected.
Product photography is indicative. Colours may vary slightly between screens and the item in hand, and hand measured dimensions carry a small tolerance. Always supervise babies and toddlers during play.
