Babies generally begin wearing bibs between 0 and 4 months, serving as a helpful essential for both hygiene and skin health throughout their development. In the early months, absorbent cotton or lyocell bibs are great for catching milk drips and teething drool, preventing the moisture-induced rashes and "milk neck" that can irritate skin.
As babies transition to solids, bibs evolve into protective gear; they safeguard clothing during eating and teething but also for play exploration—like water play or finger painting—and ensure that food bacteria doesn't linger on a child's chest.
By providing a clean, dry layer during feeding and creative play, bibs help lighten the mental load of cleaning, and the laundry!