How to dress a newborn baby in winter
Winter is a challenging season for parents of newborns, particularly first-time parents. How do you dress a newborn baby in winter to keep them warm and comfortable? Are you dressing them in too many clothes, or are you not protecting them properly from the cold?
In this article, we'll give you some tips on essential clothing items for your newborn baby in winter and how to check if they are properly dressed.
Essential clothing items
To protect your baby from the cold, it's important that they wear several layers of clothing, but without overdoing it, so they don't get too hot.
A good rule of thumb is to dress your baby in one more layer than you would wear yourself . For example, if you are wearing a sweater and jacket, your baby should wear a bodysuit, a sweater, a jacket, and a hat.
The essential clothes for your newborn's wardrobe are:
- Bodysuits : These are the first layer of clothing your baby should wear. They should be made of cotton, soft and comfortable. Opt for bodysuits with snaps on the front or side, which make diaper changes easier and don't interfere with the baby's umbilical cord.
- Sweaters : These are the second layer of clothing your baby should wear. They should be made of wool, knit, or fleece to keep their body warm. Opt for sweaters with buttons or a zipper in the front, which are easier to put on and take off.
- Coats : These are the third layer of clothing your baby should wear. They should be made of waterproof and padded fabrics to protect from wind and rain. Opt for jackets with hoods that cover the baby's head and ears.
- Hats : These are essential for keeping the baby's head warm, as this is where they lose the most heat. They should be made of wool, knit, or fleece, and should fit snugly but not too tightly. Opt for hats with brims, which also protect the baby's ears and neck.
- Gloves : These are important to prevent the baby from scratching their face or hurting themselves with their nails. They should be made of cotton, soft and comfortable. Opt for gloves with elastic, which won't fall off easily.
- Socks : These are necessary to keep the baby's feet warm, as they also lose a lot of heat. They should be made of cotton, soft and comfortable. Opt for socks with non-slip soles, which prevent the baby from slipping if he or she starts walking.
- Babygrows : These are a great option for dressing your baby quickly and easily. Babygrows should be made of warm and comfortable fabrics, such as wool, knit, or fleece.
How to know if the baby is comfortable
To know if your baby is comfortable in the clothes you've chosen, it's important to observe a few signs. If the baby is very restless, crying, red, or sweaty, they may be too hot. In this case, remove a layer of clothing or open their jacket a little. If your baby is very quiet, pale, bluish, or shivering, they may be too cold. In this case, add a layer of clothing or close their jacket tightly.
A simple way to check your baby's temperature is to touch the back of their neck. If it's warm and dry, it means your baby is well dressed. If it's warm and damp, it means you have too many clothes on. At this point, it's recommended to remove a layer of clothing.
Remember that strollers offer extra protection against wind or rain, so be careful not to overdo it with layers of clothing.
Choose quality clothing that is also environmentally responsible.
When choosing clothes for your newborn baby, opt to do so consciously, without compromising on quality. Petit Fox Portugal is the online store for second-hand children's and maternity clothing that offers the best options in terms of quality and price to dress your newborn in winter.
By shopping at Petit Fox Portugal, you contribute to the circular economy, reducing waste and the environmental impact of the textile industry. In addition, you support other families who sell clothes their children no longer use, generating extra income and fostering solidarity.
