About us

It Started With a Problem We Couldn't Ignore

At Zumbamboo, we're honest about why we exist: too many kids weren't sleeping well, and too many parents were exhausted trying to figure out why.

Scratchy fabrics. Night sweats. Irritated skin. Pajamas that looked cute but felt uncomfortable. We kept hearing the same stories from families, kids waking up multiple times a night, parents doing endless loads of laundry, little ones with sensitive skin struggling to find anything that didn't irritate them.

These weren't small problems. They were affecting entire families, night after night.

So we decided to do something about it.

Why Bamboo? Because It Actually Works

We didn't choose bamboo because it was trendy. We chose it because when we researched materials that could genuinely help with these issues, bamboo kept coming up as the answer.

It's naturally softer than cotton, significantly softer. It breathes better, wicks moisture away instead of trapping it, and has antimicrobial properties that help keep things fresher. For kids with eczema or sensitive skin, these aren't just nice features. They're life-changing.

But we also knew that not all bamboo fabric is created equal.

We Built Zum® Bamboo From Scratch

Here's the truth: most bamboo pajamas on the market are fine. We wanted to make something better.

We worked with our manufacturing partners to develop Zum® Bamboo, 95% viscose from bamboo and 5% spandex. Then we kept going.

We source ultra-fine bamboo fibers for extra softness. We use specialized weaving techniques that maximize bamboo's natural breathability and moisture-wicking. Our finishing process took months to perfect, but we ended up with something unusual: a fabric that's thicker than standard bamboo (so it lasts longer) but somehow softer and cooler.

It costs more to make. It takes more time. But when parents tell us their child finally slept through the night, or that angry red skin has calmed down, that's when we know the extra effort was worth it.

The "Oh, Wow!" Moments Matter Too

Solving sleep problems is important. But we also believe bedtime should be something kids look forward to, not dread.

That's why we put real thought into our prints. Adorable designs that kids genuinely get excited about, because when a three-year-old can't wait to put on their dinosaur pajamas, bedtime becomes easier for everyone. When a child chooses their PJs as their favorite outfit, that tells us we're doing something right.

And our custom name personalization? That came from watching how kids react when they see their own name on something special. The pride in their eyes. The way they announce "These are MINE!" It transforms ordinary pajamas into something they treasure.

We've refined our personalization process to be as durable as the fabric itself, because those moments of joy should last through countless washes.

We Don't Cut Corners

Every Zumbamboo product is OEKO-TEX® certified. That means every single component, fabric, thread, zippers, has been independently tested and verified as free from harmful chemicals. We don't just say our products are safe; we have the certification to prove it.

Our quality control is thorough because it has to be. Multiple inspections during production. Testing every batch of fabric. Checking seams, zippers, and print quality. It's more expensive and time-consuming this way, but we're making products for children. There's no room for shortcuts.

We're Still Learning

We don't claim to be perfect. We're constantly refining our processes, listening to feedback, and looking for ways to do better.

But we can tell you this: we genuinely care about making products that help families. Not just products that look good in photos, but ones that actually solve problems and create real moments of joy.

When a parent emails to say their child with eczema is finally comfortable, or that their toddler sleeps peacefully for the first time in months, or that bedtime has gone from a battle to a ritual they both enjoy, those messages keep us going. They remind us why quality matters, why attention to detail matters, why it's worth taking the time to get things right.

Thank you for giving us the chance to be part of your family's bedtime routine. We don't take that trust lightly.