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The story of Sniffle Buddies begins with Kelly’s son, who unfortunately suffers from many allergies including almost all “outdoorsy” allergies (grass, trees, mold, feathers, dust, dogs, cats, rabbits, etc.). After watching her son in the hospital for breathing problems at age 2, Kelly had to keep a close eye on him for any eye rubbing or sniffling while out playing with friends. Kelly later got the idea to place a tube sock over his hand and wrist, allowing him to still rub his eyes for relief, while trying to prevent germs from getting into his eyes. This led Kelly to start looking into types of fabrics and what would be best for her son. Kelly eventually settled on Bamboo Velour-breathable, cashmere-like soft, eco-friendly, washable, and more absorbent than cotton.