With so many cute infant fashions hanging on the racks of just about any department store, it can be difficult for expectant parents to decide which ones to choose for their new baby. Babies have tender skin that needs to protect, and any clothing they wear needs to fit properly and keep them comfortable. Everything you wanted to know about baby clothes and how to select the right ones outlined here in this helpful guide.
The average infant will produce a lot of laundries, often needing several changes of clothes every day, so it's important to be well prepared with a large supply of easy-care outfits for daily use. It's always best to focus on buying clothes to fit the baby right away and not be too concerned with larger sizes for later; the time will arrive soon enough to purchase these since infants grow fast.
The term "layette" refers to the collection of necessities needed to care for an infant. It includes essential clothing items for play, sleeping, outdoors etc., and also other pieces such as bathing and feeding accessories, and bedding, but the focus here will be on clothing, in particular. All items should provide comfort, and be easy to use and care.
"Onesies" are one-piece underwear suits with loose sleeves that have snaps at the bottom to make diaper changing easier. They are something parents should have plenty of since they are great for putting on under the infant's clothing or wearing alone when it's warm outside. Pull-over t-shirts are another item to stock up on, and can pair with anything. Several sleepers with feet in them and long sleeves are the most suitable infant sleepwear, as they prevent heat loss.
A baby's feet and head should be kept covered when it's colder, so it's necessary to have a few caps and pairs of booties. Knit caps with no irritating side seam and booties with Velcro fasteners and ankle elastics that are not too tight are the most suitable. When teething starts, babies tend to drool, so a few teething bibs will be needed, as well some larger-sized feeding bibs when the child starts eating solid food.
Other common outfits a child is likely to need in his or her first year include rompers, which are one-piece garments that consist of attached shorts and shirt and snaps at the crotch. An "overall" is a version of this only with long sleeves and covered legs that can wear when it is colder. "Shortalls" have long legs but short sleeves and are suitable for any weather.
Cold weather outside means that babies need to be dressed in three layers when they go out. The first layer needs to be loose-fitting, non-absorbent fabric. The second has the job of trapping air and also absorbing perspiration, fleece or wool work well. And the third layer is there to keep out the elements, and should be a wind and water-resistant material like nylon or polyester. Overheating can be avoided by removing a layer or undoing a zipper.
Baby sizes include children who are 10-36 inches tall and weigh between 5 and 29 pounds, or in the age group of newborn to 24 months old. Purchasing one size up from the child's actual age, or weight/height is advisable since baby clothes usually tend to run small.
The average infant will produce a lot of laundries, often needing several changes of clothes every day, so it's important to be well prepared with a large supply of easy-care outfits for daily use. It's always best to focus on buying clothes to fit the baby right away and not be too concerned with larger sizes for later; the time will arrive soon enough to purchase these since infants grow fast.
The term "layette" refers to the collection of necessities needed to care for an infant. It includes essential clothing items for play, sleeping, outdoors etc., and also other pieces such as bathing and feeding accessories, and bedding, but the focus here will be on clothing, in particular. All items should provide comfort, and be easy to use and care.
"Onesies" are one-piece underwear suits with loose sleeves that have snaps at the bottom to make diaper changing easier. They are something parents should have plenty of since they are great for putting on under the infant's clothing or wearing alone when it's warm outside. Pull-over t-shirts are another item to stock up on, and can pair with anything. Several sleepers with feet in them and long sleeves are the most suitable infant sleepwear, as they prevent heat loss.
A baby's feet and head should be kept covered when it's colder, so it's necessary to have a few caps and pairs of booties. Knit caps with no irritating side seam and booties with Velcro fasteners and ankle elastics that are not too tight are the most suitable. When teething starts, babies tend to drool, so a few teething bibs will be needed, as well some larger-sized feeding bibs when the child starts eating solid food.
Other common outfits a child is likely to need in his or her first year include rompers, which are one-piece garments that consist of attached shorts and shirt and snaps at the crotch. An "overall" is a version of this only with long sleeves and covered legs that can wear when it is colder. "Shortalls" have long legs but short sleeves and are suitable for any weather.
Cold weather outside means that babies need to be dressed in three layers when they go out. The first layer needs to be loose-fitting, non-absorbent fabric. The second has the job of trapping air and also absorbing perspiration, fleece or wool work well. And the third layer is there to keep out the elements, and should be a wind and water-resistant material like nylon or polyester. Overheating can be avoided by removing a layer or undoing a zipper.
Baby sizes include children who are 10-36 inches tall and weigh between 5 and 29 pounds, or in the age group of newborn to 24 months old. Purchasing one size up from the child's actual age, or weight/height is advisable since baby clothes usually tend to run small.
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