| " If athletes can keep cool with clothing that wicks moisture from the skin, why not women with hot flashes?" " It's a simple but smart idea: Create a soft, comfortable fabric that uses the kind of wicking technology found in athletic wear that pulls moisture from the skin and keeps you dry. From that fabric, create pajamas designed especially for menopausal women who suffer from night sweats." " Started about five years ago by Kendra Novick, a stay-at-home Colorado mom who developed night sweats because of a thyroid condition. She worked with a mill to develop a fabric that feels like cotton." " Pajama sets range from about $50 to $80; nightgowns are about $40; short sets about $50." " Founded in 2000 by Canadian business woman and runner Wendy McClung, who wore one of her athletic Ts to bed one night and realized it helped her sleep through her hot flashes. She found a business partner to design the pajamas and worked with a mill to come up with a wicking fabric." " The drawstring night lite dress in Airs and Graces Blue (about $55) and the slip dress (about $48). This line features some bright, happy colors and on-the-wild-side prints. Some styles could even work as daywear." " These feel more like a polished cotton than a cotton -- almost like children's fire-retardant pajamas." " Range from about $35 for shorts to $90 for an embroidered pj set. Prices are shown in Canadian and U.S. dollars." " Founded by David Chandler, former pro racquetball player, who first developed wicking athletic wear for several companies. It's based in Denver." " The wicking pajama lace camisole ($29) and lace crop pant ($37) are cute (especially in pinstripes!), and a travel robe recently on sale ... read the whole article |