How to dress a newborn baby in winter
Winter is a challenging season for parents of newborns, especially first-time parents. How do you dress a newborn baby in winter to keep them warm and comfortable? Are you dressing them too much or, on the contrary, not protecting them properly from the cold?
In this article, we'll give you some tips on the essential items of clothing for your newborn baby in winter and how to check that he or she is actually well wrapped up.
The essential pieces of clothing
To protect your baby from the cold, it is important that he wears several layers of clothing, but without overdoing it, so that he does not get too hot.
A good rule of thumb is to dress your baby in one more layer than you would normally wear . For example, if you are wearing a sweater and coat, your baby should wear a bodysuit, sweater, coat, and hat.
The items of clothing that cannot be missing from 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. Choose bodysuits with buttons on the front or sides, which make diaper changes easier and don't irritate the baby's belly button.
- Sweaters : These are the second layer of clothing your baby should wear. They should be made of wool, knitwear or fleece to keep their body warm. Choose sweaters with buttons or a zip at 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, padded fabrics to protect against wind and rain. Choose coats with a hood that covers your baby's head and ears.
- Hats : These are essential for keeping your baby's head warm, as this is where he or she loses most of his or her heat. They should be made of wool, knitwear or fleece, and should fit snugly but not too tightly. Hats with brims are ideal, as they also protect your baby's ears and neck.
- Gloves : These are important to prevent your baby from scratching their face or hurting themselves with their nails. They should be made of cotton, soft and comfortable. Choose gloves with elastic, which do not fall off easily.
- Socks : These are necessary to keep your baby's feet warm, as they also lose a lot of heat. They should be made of cotton, soft and comfortable. Choose socks with non-slip grips, which prevent your baby from slipping if he or she starts to walk.
- 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, jersey or fleece.
How to know if your baby is comfortable
To know if your baby is comfortable in the clothes you have chosen, it is important to look for some signs. If your baby is very agitated, crying, red or sweaty, he or she may be hot. In this case, remove a layer of clothing or open the coat a little. If your baby is very still, pale, purple or shivering, he or she may be cold. In this case, add a layer of clothing or close the coat tightly.
A simple way to check your baby’s temperature is to touch the back of their neck. If it is warm and dry, your baby is well-dressed. If it is warm and damp, it means they are wearing too much clothing. At this point, it is recommended to remove a layer of clothing.
Don't forget that strollers offer additional protection against wind or rain, so be careful not to overdo it with the number of layers of clothing.
Choose quality and environmentally responsible clothing
When choosing clothes for your newborn baby, choose 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.
When you buy from Petit Fox Portugal, you contribute to the circular economy, reducing waste and the environmental impact of the textile industry. You also support other families who sell the clothes their children no longer use, generating extra income and solidarity.
