About Us
About Infant Fit
Kaz Gleason | Chief Operations Officer, Infant Fit LLC
Thank you for taking a few minutes to learn about our company, why we created Infant Fit, and why we believe every newborn deserves clothing thoughtfully designed for their very first weeks of life.
The Problem We Set Out to Solve
When a baby is born, one of the most delicate areas requiring special attention is the umbilical cord stump. During the first days after birth, the cord naturally dries, shrivels, and eventually falls away. Healthcare providers generally recommend keeping the area clean, dry, and exposed to air whenever possible to support this natural process.
The challenge is that traditional newborn clothing wasn't designed with this in mind. Most onesies cover a baby's abdomen completely, while many diapers sit directly over or against the umbilical cord. As a result, parents often find themselves folding diapers down, adjusting clothing, or searching for ways to prevent unnecessary rubbing or covering of the cord.
That led us to ask one simple question: Why isn't newborn clothing actually designed for newborns?
Our Story
That question became the inspiration behind Infant Fit. Our company was created by parents and inspired by the experience of welcoming five children at home. Through those experiences, we learned something important: newborns have needs that are different from older babies. Yet most newborn clothing is simply a smaller version of infant clothing, instead of being intentionally designed for what babies need during those precious first weeks.
How Infant Fit Makes a Difference
Our signature organic bamboo jumpsuit was intentionally designed with long sleeves and full-length legs to help keep your baby warm and comfortable, while leaving the umbilical cord area uncovered. Our specially designed abdominal opening allows the area to remain exposed to air while the rest of your baby's body stays cozy.
Parents no longer have to choose between keeping their baby warm and allowing the umbilical cord the exposure it needs during those first weeks.
We also created the Infant Fit diaper with a unique design that fastens comfortably below the umbilical cord instead of covering it. Together, our jumpsuit and diaper create a complete newborn clothing system thoughtfully designed to help minimize rubbing and irritation around one of the most delicate areas of a newborn's body.
Our Materials
We chose organic bamboo fabric because it's exceptionally soft, breathable, naturally moisture-wicking, and gentle on sensitive newborn skin. Every seam, every opening, and every design decision was made with one purpose: to provide exceptional comfort while supporting the unique needs of newborns in their first days of life.
Infant Fit is not a medical device or medical treatment. It is thoughtfully designed newborn clothing inspired by the unique needs of babies during their first days of life. Every family should follow the guidance of their pediatrician or healthcare provider regarding umbilical cord care.
"Because every new beginning deserves thoughtful care."
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Kaz Gleason
Chief Operations Officer, Infant Fit LLC