The information in the article that concerned me the most was that polyester slowly emits endocrine disruptors which can promote certain types of cancer. I’ve always believed that natural fibres were better for babies (and adults) however, polyester can be found in so many items of clothing that it’s hard to believe it might be harmful. I believed polyester was completely safe until my daughter started showing some sensitivity to the microfleece and suedecloth in her cloth diapers at 4 or 5 months of age. After that I became a little more cautious about using polyester clothing. That cautiousness lasted a few months until I needed some warm sleepers for my daughter. I decided to try fleece sleepers which are available everywhere. Finding sleepers made of natural fibres that fit a tall toddler is almost impossible. So, we tried fleece sleepers and my daughter hated them.  This did not surprise me since I do not like to sleep in polyester fleece anything either.  I ended up dressing her in wool longies, a cotton shirt and socks.  Of course most socks contain at least a little bit of polyester as well.  There is no escaping it!

What do you think – is polyester safe or not?