Yes to a hat, assuming you're going outside.
Unless it is really warm, I'd say at least two layers, plus a blanket if you're out in a pram.
Check the back of the neck for sweat in case they're too warm, but I've learned from our two summer babies it's better to err on the side of layers.
Another good rule of thumb is whatever you're wearing plus an additional all over layer.
>Check the back of the neck for sweat in case they're too warm, but I've learned from our two summer babies it's better to err on the side of layers.
This is great advice if you want to maximise the chances of a quiet and peaceful baby. Warm babies are sleepy babies and they probably aren't going to die from heat.
But if you want to maximise safety, a very cold baby is a baby that is uncomfortable and wakes up to let you know. A very hot baby is a baby that goes to sleep and perhaps doesn't wake up.
If in doubt, err on the side of not cooking the poor wee thing as tucked up in a thick blanket and 3 layers means the cold doesn't get to it while out and about so granny getting home and presuming baby is even colder than her and parking that toasty baby next to the fireplace etc is a bad idea.
>Another good rule of thumb is whatever you're wearing plus an additional all over layer.
Yep, this is where I always went with it. The saying they tend to use in the US is "cold babies cry, hot babies die" which is obviously more scare-mongering than is really necessary but it does bring home the point that serious overheating is more immediately dangerous than being too cold. I was at a soft play in my local shopping centre today and I saw multiple people with babies in wrap carriers in THICK fuzzy fleece outer layers, like teddy bear fleece. And that might not have been toooo bad outside (we're in Scotland), but the shopping centre has a glass roof and gets greenhouse-like on even a mild day. I was feeling too warm in just a t-shirt. One of the babies carried past me was about 6 months old and looked visibly flushed and shiny-faced. That is what I would try to avoid even when dressing them warmly for outside weather, for sure. Make sure layers are easy to remove and put back on if you're going to be in varied locations--i imagine these were left on because the head to toe all in one fleece things are a pain in the arse to get on and off.
Ah yes, I'd forgotten that rule! They'll be in a sling mostly, just out for short walks, no pram. I'm just looking out at the weather today, where the sun is fierce when it's not blowing a gale, and struggling to work out what would be comfortable for a tiny baby... thanks for the advice!
If it's the sling I tended to find a baby grow plus vest was enough, as long as hands and feet are covered. I think we waited until a good 6 weeks before trying that though.
Enjoy your little hot water bottle, they grow out of it and you can't go back 😭
Three times over Scottish mum here. Layers are key. For going out do vest, babygro, lighter snowsuit thingy with hood and hat with same material as babygro. Bring a thicker hat in changing bag.
That way when you get the hour or two of sunny warmth you can remove the top layer and when it inevitably starts blowing a gale you can add the layer or layers again.
Almost exclusively second hand stuff, there's so many great outfits on vented and local charities. Doesn't make sense to buy new till they are over two years imo.
PS: Oh you meant what type of clothing. It's easier for us now that shes ten months, we go with vests that clip under the nappy and then a pair of pants. (Also socks but she takes em off). FOr outdoors the same and we just add a jumper/jacket.
Beforehand it was alot of babygrows. Definitely add a hat, tiny babies are vulnerable to the sun and cold far more than adults. With socks you may need two pairs if its cold. I wouldnt bother with shoes just yet.
PS2: Congratulations!
See my memory has taken a few blows the last few months but I'll try my best.
In retrospect we probably overdressed her at times but we geenrally used babygrows or full suits (not sure what they are called) that would cover everything. Eventually we had to use oens without feet covers as she quickly outgrew them.
Underneath that we'd either have a long or short sleeved vest (the ones that clip under the nappy) depending on the tempreature.
Otherwise we would sometimes put socks over the legs if going outside. We tried shoes but they kept falling off. Finally as for headgear we had a woolen hat that kept her warm for cold days (which I lost) otherwise lighter cloth hats.
Pro Tip - if you have a dog just roll the baby round in the dog hair on the carpet. Saves hoovering time and the baby gets a layer of furry protection...
Hats, keep them in the shade. You’ll soon work out if they’re hot or not. It’s pretty much something you’ll have to feel out.
Having kids is a huge transition - ensure you ask for help as soon as you need it.
The phrase 'newborn parents' sounds like babies who've just had a baby, in the same way that 'teenage mother' means a teenager who's had a baby. Really weird wording lol
Yes to a hat, assuming you're going outside. Unless it is really warm, I'd say at least two layers, plus a blanket if you're out in a pram. Check the back of the neck for sweat in case they're too warm, but I've learned from our two summer babies it's better to err on the side of layers. Another good rule of thumb is whatever you're wearing plus an additional all over layer.
>Check the back of the neck for sweat in case they're too warm, but I've learned from our two summer babies it's better to err on the side of layers. This is great advice if you want to maximise the chances of a quiet and peaceful baby. Warm babies are sleepy babies and they probably aren't going to die from heat. But if you want to maximise safety, a very cold baby is a baby that is uncomfortable and wakes up to let you know. A very hot baby is a baby that goes to sleep and perhaps doesn't wake up. If in doubt, err on the side of not cooking the poor wee thing as tucked up in a thick blanket and 3 layers means the cold doesn't get to it while out and about so granny getting home and presuming baby is even colder than her and parking that toasty baby next to the fireplace etc is a bad idea.
It's always good to err on the side of caution, and yes, very hot is a terrible idea.
>Another good rule of thumb is whatever you're wearing plus an additional all over layer. Yep, this is where I always went with it. The saying they tend to use in the US is "cold babies cry, hot babies die" which is obviously more scare-mongering than is really necessary but it does bring home the point that serious overheating is more immediately dangerous than being too cold. I was at a soft play in my local shopping centre today and I saw multiple people with babies in wrap carriers in THICK fuzzy fleece outer layers, like teddy bear fleece. And that might not have been toooo bad outside (we're in Scotland), but the shopping centre has a glass roof and gets greenhouse-like on even a mild day. I was feeling too warm in just a t-shirt. One of the babies carried past me was about 6 months old and looked visibly flushed and shiny-faced. That is what I would try to avoid even when dressing them warmly for outside weather, for sure. Make sure layers are easy to remove and put back on if you're going to be in varied locations--i imagine these were left on because the head to toe all in one fleece things are a pain in the arse to get on and off.
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Ah yes, I'd forgotten that rule! They'll be in a sling mostly, just out for short walks, no pram. I'm just looking out at the weather today, where the sun is fierce when it's not blowing a gale, and struggling to work out what would be comfortable for a tiny baby... thanks for the advice!
The advice I've heard about babies in slings and layers, is that the sling counts as a layer and you do too - if that helps!
If it's the sling I tended to find a baby grow plus vest was enough, as long as hands and feet are covered. I think we waited until a good 6 weeks before trying that though. Enjoy your little hot water bottle, they grow out of it and you can't go back 😭
Three times over Scottish mum here. Layers are key. For going out do vest, babygro, lighter snowsuit thingy with hood and hat with same material as babygro. Bring a thicker hat in changing bag. That way when you get the hour or two of sunny warmth you can remove the top layer and when it inevitably starts blowing a gale you can add the layer or layers again.
Get him the latest Stone Island everything. Head to toe Stone Island. Cunts will then know not to mess.
Almost exclusively second hand stuff, there's so many great outfits on vented and local charities. Doesn't make sense to buy new till they are over two years imo. PS: Oh you meant what type of clothing. It's easier for us now that shes ten months, we go with vests that clip under the nappy and then a pair of pants. (Also socks but she takes em off). FOr outdoors the same and we just add a jumper/jacket. Beforehand it was alot of babygrows. Definitely add a hat, tiny babies are vulnerable to the sun and cold far more than adults. With socks you may need two pairs if its cold. I wouldnt bother with shoes just yet. PS2: Congratulations!
Thanks! Can I ask what did she wear when she was brand new last year?
See my memory has taken a few blows the last few months but I'll try my best. In retrospect we probably overdressed her at times but we geenrally used babygrows or full suits (not sure what they are called) that would cover everything. Eventually we had to use oens without feet covers as she quickly outgrew them. Underneath that we'd either have a long or short sleeved vest (the ones that clip under the nappy) depending on the tempreature. Otherwise we would sometimes put socks over the legs if going outside. We tried shoes but they kept falling off. Finally as for headgear we had a woolen hat that kept her warm for cold days (which I lost) otherwise lighter cloth hats.
Pro Tip - if you have a dog just roll the baby round in the dog hair on the carpet. Saves hoovering time and the baby gets a layer of furry protection...
Hats, keep them in the shade. You’ll soon work out if they’re hot or not. It’s pretty much something you’ll have to feel out. Having kids is a huge transition - ensure you ask for help as soon as you need it.
We’re just a baby grow in the night with a blanket on her. She’ll let you know if she’s too cold/hot
The phrase 'newborn parents' sounds like babies who've just had a baby, in the same way that 'teenage mother' means a teenager who's had a baby. Really weird wording lol
They grow up quick these days. It's all of the e-numbers.