Finding a face mask to fit a child: Disney-theme masks go to daycare - oregonlive.com

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As more childcare centers across Oregon open and summer school and youth programs launch, parents are looking for protection against viruses that kids like. Here are face masks in small sizes for children older than 2:

Disney has donated $1 million to the medical community through MedShare from sales of its popular Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars character-theme face masks.

The iconic smiles of Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, Stitch and Marie brighten the 5-inch-wide cloth coverings in one of several sets that can be preordered.

Mask are also available in medium and large sizes (see measuring chart). There is free shipping on orders of $75 or more with the code SHIPMAGIC.

Cloth face mask sizing guide by Disney StoreDisney Store

Face coverings are to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus and should be made based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations for non-medical-grade masks. Most have three soft and breathable cotton layers and elastic, over-the-ear straps.

CDC guidelines underscore that parents do not need to buy surgical masks or N95 respirator masks. Those kinds of masks should be left for hospital staff and first responders, or essential workers who must be interacting with the public on a regular basis to perform their work duties.

Protective coverings over mouths and noses prevent an uncovered sneeze or cough from spreading into the air and to others.

Pediatrician Dr. Ray Fabius told Kindercare parents that “most kids can’t help but touch their faces with unclean hands often. A mask would be helpful if [children older than two] can manage it and want to wear it. If not, washing hands is often your best defense.”

Fabius suggests making wearing a mask less strange, awkward or uncomfortable by first practicing wearing one around the house and playing games. Point out to kids that firefighters, doctors, nurses, dentists and superheroes wear masks to protect people.

Old Navy posted on Twitter that “masks are the new capes.”

Children’s masks are about 5.75 inches wide by 3 inches high while adult masks are typically 7.5 inches long and 3.5 inches tall. None is made to be used on children under age 2 or anyone who has trouble breathing.

Here are other companies that shifted from making clothing to creating face masks for children and adults. Several support health efforts and people affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

A three-pack of Portland Trail Blazers facial coverings ($25) in three designs comes in youth and adult sizes as does the one-piece Trail Blazers neck gaiter ($13).

Seattle Seahawks fans might like to sport their team’s logos as seen on a three-pack of face covers, in youth or adult sizes, for $25.

The NFL and FOCO will support the CDC Foundation by donating all NFL proceeds from the sale of licensed face coverings of nearly every NFL franchise.

Vistaprint has colorful, reusable masks with a 100% cotton anti-allergenic inner layer.Vistaprint

Vistaprint has colorful, reusable masks with a 100% cotton, anti-allergenic inner layer and a replaceable filter system that blocks airborne contaminants without trapping moisture.

One child’s mask has dinosaurs and doodles while another has bands of colors. There is also a mask with solid colors of pink or green.

The print company says 10% of mask sales will be donated to help small businesses. ($13 child size, $18 adult, free shipping).

Rabbit Skins has a two-ply cotton face covering for kids that is washable and reusable ($10, free shipping).Rabbit Skins

Amazon has an ever-changing supply of children’s protective masks. Rabbit Skins has a two-ply cotton face covering for kids that is washable and reusable ($10, free shipping).

North St. Bags in Portland has solid-colored, cotton face masks ($19.99 each) for children and adults (made to order in two weeks). The company retooled its production line to make personal protective gear for health organizations, hospitals and government agencies.

Maisonette donates to Baby2Baby, which helps children living in poverty.Maisonette

Maisonette has brightly printed and patterned cotton face masks in small, medium and large sizes. For every mask sold ($16-$20), a donation will be made to Baby2Baby, which helps children living in poverty.

Old Navy is offering fun and affordable face masks.

Old Navy has a five-pack of reusable, cloth face masks ($12.50) for adults, in assorted colors, prints and patterns. Children sizes are sold out but the company promises “more are on the way.” Old Navy has donated more than 50,000 face masks to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Here are adult-size masks for older children:

Portland-based U.S. Outdoor has BlackStrap civil face masks ($15.95) in one size as well as balaclava options.

Redfora, which sells emergency kits, has a two-pack of face coverings made of high-density wool felt that moisture wicks, temp regulates and is oven-safe to disinfect ($29.99).

Dick’s Sporting Goods has comfort masques and balaclavas available with contact-free curbside pick up or free shipping for orders of $49 or more.

Everlane’s reusable, non-medical mask is made from double-layer knit and has cotton-Lycra ear loops. Everlane

Everlane’s reusable, non-medical mask is made in Los Angeles from double-layer knit and has cotton-Lycra ear loops. For every three-pack produced ($28), a mask is donated to Feeding America to help with COVID-19 relief efforts. Save 10% on your first order by creating an account.

Uncommon Goods has a set of two, kid-designed, reusable rainbow face coverings for $25, with 100% of profits donated to NYC Health + Hospitals.

Maskguard has reusable, washable Kawaii Anime face masks to protect against dust, riding outdoors and traveling on airplanes while looking like a bear, cat, pig or sporting a toothy grin ($16.99).

Portland’s vintage athletic wear shop Laundry PDX has a 2001 Reebok Allen Iverson Bandana Pocket Face Mask ($40) and a pocket face mask made from repurposed NBA “Fan The Fire” rally bandanas ($40) that pay homage to the 1997 Trail Blazers.

Outdoors website Backcountry has ski masks and balaclavas on sale.

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