What size should I choose?

Size 2 suits roughly 18 months to 3 years, size 3 around 2-4 years, size 4 around 3-6 years, and size 8 around 7-9 years. Mitten sizing runs by hand size rather than age alone, so measure your child's hand width if they're between sizes.

Why is there no zipper on this pair?

It's a deliberately simpler design: fewer moving parts, faster to pull on and off, and one less thing for little fingers to fuss with. If you'd rather have the mitten open fully for easier on/off, the Pink Reflective Spring/Autumn Mittens with Zipper use the same fabric and lining in a zip-opening version.

What does the 10,000 mm waterproof rating mean in practice?

Fabric is generally considered waterproof from 3,000 mm upward; at 10,000 mm, this Active+ fabric handles puddles and steady rain comfortably, well beyond that baseline.

Will my child's hands get sweaty inside?

No, the fabric is also rated to 10,000 g/m²/24h breathability, and the fleece lining itself is moisture-wicking and quick-drying, so hands stay warm rather than clammy.

What's the reinforced palm for?

It's a tougher fabric panel across the palm, where mittens see the most wear from gripping, crawling and climbing, so the pair lasts longer than a single-fabric mitten.

How should I wash them?

Wash at the temperature on the care label, skip fabric softener, avoid soaking so the print doesn't bleed, and air-dry away from direct heat.

How does this pair compare to the Blue Spring/Autumn Mittens?

Both share the same Active+ fabric, reinforced palm and fleece lining. This pair adds the reflective strip and butterfly print for extra visibility, while the Blue Spring/Autumn Mittens keep a plainer, less reflective look.