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  • 34brands

The quick look

the short version
  • What it is.Baby socks are small stretchy socks.
  • Start with 5.Published checklists typically say 5 for the newborn stage and 4 for each later size.
  • 34 brands.22 budget-friendly, 12 mid-range and 0 splurge.

What is baby socks?

Baby socks are small stretchy socks. Many have grippy dots on the sole.

How socks help

  • They cover the feet when an outfit has no feet.
  • Grippers add traction once a baby is standing.
  • Many brands sell them in multipacks.

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Socks by budget

Price tier is our read of each brand's typical list prices, not a quality rating. Brands are A to Z within each lane.

Budget-friendly$ · Mostly under typical mall prices22
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Mid-range$$ · Department-store pricing12
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All 34 brands that make socks

Socks: shop by what you care about Tap one to filter the list. Grouped by what each brand says on its own site.

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ComparePriceWhere to buySizesFabricsOrganic fabric (brand says)OEKO-TEX certifiedGOTS certified
babyGap SocksFor example: Baby First Favorites Crew Socks, 3-PackBig store / mass market $Own site, Gap stores––✕✕✕
Bbluv Socksrattle socks. For example: Duo Foot Finders (rattle socks)National brand / DTC $MacroBaby––???
Bombas SocksFor example: Baby Socks 8-Pack (0-6M)National brand / DTC $$Own site, Nordstrom––✕✕✕
Burt's Bees Baby Socksorganic cotton blend. For example: Ankle Socks 6-PackNational brand / DTCOrganic fabric (brand says) $Own site, Target, BabylistNB to 24M; preemie - 9 months and 12…Organic cotton, Honeysoft lyocell, PolarBee fleece✓✕✕
Cat & Jack (Target) Sockstoddler sizes start 12-24M. For example: Toddler 10pk Striped Ankle SocksBig store / mass market $Target––???
Child of Mine by Carter's (Walmart) SocksWalmart-only Carter's line. For example: Baby Boy Ribbed Quarter Crew Socks, 6-Pack (0-12M)Big store / mass market $Walmart––✕✕✕
Condor SocksFor example: Rib Knee SocksPremium / European $$Boutiques, Scout & CoBaby up to age 14 years–✕✕✕
Finch & Fable Socksorganic cotton. For example: Organic Cotton Baby SocksBoutique / indieBamboo viscoseOrganic fabric (brand says)OEKO-TEX certified $$Own siteBodysuit and babygrow listed 0-3 months…Soft organic cotton (footed babygrow), merino wool and bamboo blend (as the brand words it)✓✓✕
Gerber Childrenswear Sockswiggle-proof multipacks. For example: Wiggle-Proof Jersey Crew Socks, 8-Pack (0-3M to 6/9M)Big store / mass marketBamboo viscose $Own site, Walmart, TargetPreemie-5Tcotton, fleece, hacci✕✕✕
H&M SocksFor example: Non-slip Socks, 5-PackBig store / mass market $Own site, H&M stores––✕✕✕
Hanna Andersson SocksFor example: 2-Pack Baby SocksNational brand / DTCOrganic fabric (brand says)OEKO-TEX certifiedGOTS certified $Own site, Babylist, Nordstrom–100% organic combed cotton rib knit (HannaJams Sleeper)✓✓✓
Hudson Baby Socksalso Grow With Me 12-pack 0-24M. For example: Non-Skid No-Show Socks (0-6M)Big store / mass market $Walmart––???
Jefferies Socks Sockssock and tights maker. For example: Baby socksSpecialistOrganic fabric (brand says) $Own site, boutiquesNewborn, Infant, ToddlerCotton, nylon, organic✓✕✕
Kyte Baby SocksFor example: Quarter Socks Combo 5-PackNational brand / DTCBamboo viscoseOEKO-TEX certified $$Own site, BabylistPreemie, Newborn, 0-3 months, 3-6…Rayon made from Bamboo and Spandex✕✓✕
Little Bipsy SocksFor example: Socks (core collection)National brand / DTC $$Own site, boutiquesNewborn to 18-24M–✕✕✕
Little Treasure SocksHudson Baby family brand. For example: Baby Girls' Newborn Socks 8-Pack (6-12M)Big store / mass market $MacroBaby, Walmart––???
Luvable Friends Socksmultipacks. For example: Newborn and Baby Terry SocksBig store / mass market $Kohl's, Walmart––???
Modern Moments by Gerber (Walmart) SocksWalmart line from Gerber. For example: Wiggle-Proof Socks, 8-Pack (Newborn-12M)Big store / mass market $Walmart––✕✕✕
Mud Pie SocksFor example: Cross Foldover Sock 0-6MBoutique / indie $Own site, MacroBaby, gift shops––???
Nike / Jordan Baby Socksalso Nike infant gripper socks. For example: Jordan Infant Ankle Socks 6-Pack (6-12M)National brand / DTC $Own site, Foot Locker, WalmartJordan Baby (0-12M) and Jordan Baby…100% polyester (23 Jersey Set)✕✕✕
Old Navy SocksFor example: Unisex Ankle Socks for Toddler & Baby, 10-PackBig store / mass market $Own site, Old Navy storesBABY (0-24M)–✕✕✕
Petit Bateau SocksFor example: Toudou Set of Three SocksPremium / EuropeanOEKO-TEX certified $$Own US site, Nordstrom0-36m–✕✓✕
Quince SocksFor example: Organic Cotton Gripper Socks, 8-PackNational brand / DTCBamboo viscoseOrganic fabric (brand says) $Own siteNewborn through 12 (collection-wide)"organic cotton, bamboo viscose and washable cashmere", merino wool✓✕✕
Quincy Mae SocksFor example: Socks SetBoutique / indieBamboo viscoseOrganic fabric (brand says) $$Rylee + Cru site, boutiquesNB and 0-3M through 18-24M, plus 2-3Y…Brand names certified organic cotton, fabric categories include bamboo, brushed jersey✓✕✕
Ralph Lauren Childrenswear SocksFor example: Polo Bear Crew Sock 3-Pack (baby boy)Premium / EuropeanOrganic fabric (brand says) $$Own site, Macy's, NordstromBaby (Sizes 0-24M)Organic cotton, fleece, cashmere✓✕✕
Rose Textiles SocksFor example: 3pc Headband & Sock SetBoutique / indie $MacroBaby, boutiques––???
Smartwool Socksmerino wool. For example: Baby Sock Sampler (infants)National brand / DTC $$Backcountry, REI–Merino wool (brand name for its line)✕✕✕
Squid Socks Socksreal site is squidsocks.ink; a fake store uses the name. For example: Baby & Kids Grip Socks, 3-PackSpecialistBamboo viscose $Own site0-6 Months, 6-12 Months, 12-24 Months…85% viscose from bamboo, 12% nylon, 3% spandex✕✕✕
Stance Socksbaby sizes from 0-6M. For example: Baby/Toddler Crew Socks 3-PackNational brand / DTC $$Own site, Scheels, evo––✕✕✕
Stephen Joseph Socksgift sock sets. For example: Baby Sock Set, BunnyNational brand / DTCBamboo viscose $$Gift shops, MacroBaby, boutiques–Silicone, muslin, bamboo✕✕✕
The Peanutshell Socksrattle socks. For example: Baby Rattle Socks and Wrist Rattle Set, 5-pieceNational brand / DTC $Own site, Targetsleepers designed for 0-3, 3-6 and 6-9…100% Cotton✕✕✕
Touched by Nature Socksorganic cotton; Hudson Baby family brand. For example: Baby Organic Cotton Socks (0-6M)Big store / mass marketOrganic fabric (brand says) $Walmart––✓??
Trumpette Socks$26 for 6. For example: Maryjane Pastel Socks, 6 PackSpecialist $$Own site, boutiques0 - 12 Months, 12 - 24 Months (Maryjane…Cotton rich with small amounts of nylon and spandex✕✕✕
Vaenait Baby SocksFor example: Zoo Socks Non-Slip GripBoutique / indie $boutiques––???

What to look for

  1. Grippers on the soles matter once babies pull to stand.
  2. Longer socks with a snug top stay on better than ankle styles.
  3. Sizes vary by brand. Many brands size by weight and height, not age. See each brand's sizes

How many socks to buy

Typical counts from 11 published baby clothing checklists, adjusted to your answers.

How far ahead are you shopping?

Your call. Some parents buy the first size and shop as baby grows; others stock up a year out. Babies grow at their own pace, so keep tags and receipts on later sizes in case you need to swap.

How often do you do laundry?

No washer at home, or a trip to the laundromat? Pick about once a week.

How we count
  • Each number is the typical (middle) count across the checklists. Most give one total for the newborn stage, so Newborn and 0–3 months share one number.
  • The counts assume laundry every 2–3 days. About once a week roughly doubles it (Babylist, Nurture&). A winter baby gets 2 extra pairs of socks (Babylist).
  • Each size is worn for about 3 months starting from the due month. Snowsuits, mittens and outerwear count only for sizes worn in fall or winter; sun hats and swimwear only in spring or summer.

Before you buy

four things to check
  • The smallest size.7 of the 15 brands with a size list here start at newborn or smaller.
  • The fiber.It is on the product page and the sewn-in label.
  • The regular price.Sale prices come and go. The table here lists regular prices.
  • The return window.Check how long the store gives you to send a size back.

Sizes by brand

from each brand's own size list

Each bar shows the sizes a brand lists. Fit still varies, so check the brand's own chart before you buy.

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BrandPreemieNB0–33–66–99–1212–1818–242T+
Burt's Bees BabyPreemie to 18–24
Finch & Fable0–318–24
Gerber ChildrenswearPreemie2T+
Jefferies SocksNB2T+
Kyte BabyPreemie to 18–24
Little BipsyNB to 18–24
Nike / Jordan Baby0–3 to 18–24
Old Navy0–3 to 18–24
Petit Bateau0–3 to 2T+
QuinceNB
Quincy MaeNB to 2T+
Ralph Lauren Childrenswear0–3 to 18–24
Squid Socks0–3 to 2T+
The Peanutshell6–9
Trumpette0–3 to 18–24
Ask the meadow

Questions about socks

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

What is baby socks?

Baby socks are small stretchy socks. Many have grippy dots on the sole. They cover the feet when an outfit has no feet.

What is the difference between socks and booties?

Booties fasten around the ankle and are thicker. Booties are soft foot covers that fasten around the ankle.

Which brands make organic socks?

8 of the 34 brands on this page say they use organic fabric. Use the Organic filter above the table to see them. "Organic" is each brand's own claim unless a GOTS certificate is listed.

What sizes do baby socks come in?

It depends on the brand. 16 of the 34 brands here list their sizes, and the size chart on this page shows which brands start at preemie or newborn and how far each one goes.

Is "bamboo" baby clothing really bamboo?

Fabric sold as "bamboo" is almost always rayon or viscose made from bamboo, and the FTC requires it to be labeled that way. FTC guidance.

What does OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 mean on a label?

It means the item, or its materials, was tested for a list of harmful substances under that program. We show it only when the maker lists the certificate.

Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.

Ask the grown-ups

safety answers from the agencies, not from us

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