Kids T-Shirts for Newborns, Babies, Toddlers and Kids

Baby and Kids T-Shirts, 0 to 4 Years

Soft, breathable t-shirts for babies, toddlers and kids from newborn to 4 years. Four fabric options, one consistent standard and purposeful by design for everyday comfort.

• Fabrics: Micro Modal, Pointelle Knit, Cotton Single Jersey, Drop Needle Rib Knit

• Sizes: 0 to 3 months through 3 to 4 years

• Features: Shoulder Snap Button, Binding Finish, Rib Neck

What Fabric Are These T-Shirts Made of

A t-shirt sits directly on skin all day, through heat and sleep and everything else, so the fabric matters. If you are searching for soft cotton t-shirts for toddlers, this page has those. We also make t-shirts in other soft, skin-friendly fabrics designed for everyday comfort. Here is what we work with.

Micro Modal: Cloud Soft and Breathable

Micro Modal comes from beechwood pulp, which is what makes it feel different from regular cotton. The fibres are finer, so it is noticeably softer against skin, stays breathable in warm weather, and absorbs moisture well. When parents ask about breathable t-shirts for young children, Micro Modal is genuinely one of the better answers. See everything we make in this fabric with the Micro Modal range.

Pointelle Knit: Cotton With Texture

Made from 100% cotton, Pointelle Knit features a delicate geometric eyelet pattern that adds texture and allows better airflow than a plain knit. The fabric also has a natural stretch, making the t-shirt easy to pull on and off. It offers a textured look with breathable comfort, without feeling heavy. More Pointelle styles are available in our Pointelle collection.

Cotton Single Jersey: Soft Everyday Cotton

Cotton Single Jersey is what most people picture when they think of a basic cotton tee. It is 100% cotton, knit in a standard jersey weave, soft and easy to wear. No fuss. Good for everyday use from newborn through 4 years.

Drop Needle Rib Knit: Ribbed Cotton Texture

Drop Needle Rib Knit is also 100% cotton, but the way the fabric is knit creates a ribbed texture. The needle drop technique leaves alternating raised lines across the fabric, which gives it a bit more stretch and visual character than plain cotton single jersey. Specific styles in this fabric may vary by availability in the collection.

Fabric Comparison Table

Here is how the four fabrics compare, so you can pick what works best for your child.

How Our T-Shirts Make Dressing Easier

The small design details are what make daily dressing easier, especially in those early months when every clothing change feels like a small event.

Shoulder Snap Button for Easy On and Off

The shoulder snap opens the neckline wide so the t-shirt goes on without pulling over the baby's head. For newborns who cannot hold their heads up, this makes a real difference. The snaps are rust resistant, so no rough hardware against skin after washing. See our shoulder snap collection if this is a feature you look for specifically.

Binding Finish and Rib Neck Together

The neckline uses a binding finish, giving a clean flat edge that does not scratch. The ribbed neck band stretches easily over the head and returns to its original shape after each wear. No raw edges, no tight band pressing against the collar.

Our Kids T-Shirts Size Guide: Newborn to 4 Years

At R for Rabbit, we make these t-shirts across eight sizes. Same fabric, same construction across all of them.

Newborn Sizes, 0 to 3 Months

T-shirts start from 0 to 3 months. The shoulder snap is especially useful here since newborns cannot hold their heads up and getting a tee over their head takes a bit of care. More picks are available at newborn essentials.

Baby Sizes, 3 to 12 Months

Babies in this range are moving more, often kicking during changes and generally making dressing a bit more difficult. The shoulder snap still makes things easier in the smaller sizes. Available in:

• 3 to 6 months

• 6 to 9 months

• 9 to 12 months

Toddler and Kids Sizes, 12 Months to 4 Years

These everyday t-shirts for toddlers and kids cover the full range from walking age through pre-school. Sizes:

• 12 to 18 months

• 18 to 24 months

• 2 to 3 years

• 3 to 4 years

For the 3 to 4 year range specifically, our 3 to 4 years clothes page has more options across different garment types.

Skin Safety Certifications

Every t-shirt on this page goes through safety testing. Dyes are AZO free, fabric is free from harmful metals, and the fabric finishes are checked for pH, colourfastness and pilling. Here is what each of those means.

AZO Free Dyes and Fabric Free from Harmful Metals

Dyes on all our t-shirts are skin-friendly and AZO free and Fabric free from harmful metals. Both matter because a t-shirt sits directly on a baby's skin for most of the day.

Dyes on all our t-shirts are skin-friendly and AZO free

pH Balanced, Colorfast, No Pilling

• pH balanced: Fabric is gentle on skin, including newborn skin which is more sensitive

• Colorfast: Colours do not fade or bleed with regular washing

• No pilling: Fabric surface stays smooth even after many washes

The fabrics are colorfast and hold their shape, so you do not need to handwash or do anything special. A standard cold cycle works.

Where to See Lab Test Results

We put our test reports on the site because we think parents should be able to check them themselves. The clothing lab test report is available anytime for you to read.

T-Shirt Names Across India

Kids t-shirts for summer wear go by a lot of names across India, depending on where you are from and what language you grew up speaking. Here is a quick reference.

Indian Names for Baby and Kids T-Shirts

For summer wear beyond t-shirts, we also have a summer clothes collection covering more garment types.